William Te Kawau Wharewera
Waiouru
Summary
Professional with extensive experience at Lockheed Martin Global, excelling in teamwork and problem-solving. Proven track record in reducing equipment downtime through effective troubleshooting and maintenance. Skilled in weapon operation and committed to upholding safety standards, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhances overall performance.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Simulation Range Operator
Lockheed Martin Global
06.2013 - 10.2024
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new operators, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Implemented new safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents and promoting safer working environment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Transportation Supervisor-Dispatcher-Driver
Lockheed Martin Global
07.2010 - 06.2013
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
- Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Addressed issues swiftly, resolving conflicts between drivers, customers.
- Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules and operator assignments.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service practices.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular vehicle inspections and enforcing strict adherence to regulations.
- Oversaw transportation daily by coordinating personnel and developing efficient routes and workload schedules.
- Monitored and maintained on-time delivery, reliability, service and performance.
- Worked with service providers to resolve issues and correct delays.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
Storeman
Transfield Services
04.2007 - 07.2010
- aintained a clean and clutter-free warehouse, ensuring easy access to products and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to workplace health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections, and reporting hazards immediately.
- Ensured timely order fulfillment through accurate picking, packing, and dispatching of goods as per customer requirements.
- Reduced product damage with proper handling, storage, and packaging techniques during loading and unloading processes.
- Optimized space utilization within the warehouse, implementing effective stacking and storage strategies.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming goods before storage or distribution to ensure they met company standards.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to minimize downtime due to malfunctions or safety concerns.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by conducting regular stocktakes and updating the tracking system accordingly.
- Supported customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to orders, deliveries, or products.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall warehouse performance and customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined warehouse operations for increased efficiency through regular assessments and improvements to the organizational layout.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Cadet Unit Commander
New Zealand Cadet Forces
03.1992 - 02.2006
- Developed leadership skills in junior cadets by assigning them challenging tasks and responsibilities.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration among cadets by organizing team-building activities and exercises.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model for cadets to emulate in their own careers.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of successful field training exercises for enhanced practical experience.
- Supported fellow staff members in creating a positive learning environment for all cadets on base.
- Improved cadet physical fitness levels with rigorous training programs, focusing on endurance and strength development.
- Led community service projects, strengthening bond between cadet program and local community.
- Ensured strict adherence to military protocols and etiquette during all cadet activities, maintaining high standards of conduct.
Boat Builder
Kawerau Fiber Glass Ltd
08.1989 - 1992
- Coordinated with sales teams to provide accurate estimates on lead times for prospective clients.
- Maintained clean, organized workspace for safe operation during daily tasks.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Repaired damaged boats, and other structures.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
Soldier NZ Army
New Zealand Defence Force
1972 - 1984
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the NZ Army with honor at all times.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Coordinated patrol operations to maintain safe urban and rural environments.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete transport taskings.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
Education
Whakatane High School
New Zealand02-1962
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Valid Driver's license
- Forklift operation
- Tool operation
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
- Hand-eye coordination
- Flexible schedule
- Customer service
- Facility maintenance
Timeline
Simulation Range Operator
Lockheed Martin Global
06.2013 - 10.2024
Transportation Supervisor-Dispatcher-Driver
Lockheed Martin Global
07.2010 - 06.2013
Storeman
Transfield Services
04.2007 - 07.2010
Cadet Unit Commander
New Zealand Cadet Forces
03.1992 - 02.2006
Boat Builder
Kawerau Fiber Glass Ltd
08.1989 - 1992
Soldier NZ Army
New Zealand Defence Force
1972 - 1984
Whakatane High School