C U R R I C U L U M V I T A E

Gary HallWaipu Email: garyhall31@yahoo.co.nz

Mobile: 022 128 4252

PERSONAL STATEMENT

A versatile and dependable individual, with experience in a variety of engineering business and service environments. Strong communication skills facilitate a high level of collaboration among all levels.

KEY STRENGTHS

Excellent communication skills at all levelsProject management experiencePlanning & scheduling experienceCost management experience Wide experience in general engineering practisesWell versed with analysing/ report writing Great team playerProficient with all Microsoft software including SAPHealth & Safety QualifiedCustomer Focused

WORK HISTORY

Planner/Scheduler/EstimatorActing Workshop Manager July 2013 to 2016South Pacific Industrial Main Focal point between estimation/proposals/customer and workshop through

effective communicationDeputy workshop manager including managing and developing staffPlan and schedule all projectsExcellent problem solving skills in varying situations Estimating of projectsActive role in tool box talks including H&S Ensure delivery is on time and within budgetsProduce and deliver reports for internal & external clients Prepare and attend weekly planning meetings on and off site Manage all procurement and associated documentationMaintain all relationships between customers, staff, contractors and suppliersMaintain records for management reporting and management data system for all

planningAsset management

Technical Sales Engineer 2012 to 2013Stafford Engineering Establish effective communications with all staff, customers (new and existing) and

contractors. Analysing of technical drawings to enable accurate estimation of manufacture Problem solving project issues to find a suitable solution Receive new sales orders, vetting and organising information as to present clear and

correct information to the workshop in a timeframe that ensures business is not constrained to deliver on Customer requirements

Log client contact & information into Act CRM Ensure customer satisfaction is maintained

Scheduler/Special Hazards Manager 2012Fire Control ServicesLiaising with customers via e-mail, telephone or face to face to ensure customer

satisfaction is maintained Look for any value additions to the business.Grow the business in all areas including special hazards and project managementMaintaining database with correct details and finishing completed jobs in a timely

manner ensuring cash flow of business is adequateSetting up new customers in database and MYOB

National Fire Protection Manager 2009 to 2011Chubb New ZealandConducted site surveys and presented clients with an optimum solution Coordinated projects to ensure they are delivered within timeframe and budget. Training of all staff on safety and technical aspects of systems Estimating of all national and off shore projects Managed and developed staff.Implemented and monitored key process and proceduresManaged technical support for products and systemsConsulted with customers to offer solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction is achievedBuilt and developed trusting relationships with external and internal customersIssued highly detailed reports indicating areas of concern and solutions for risk

managementEnsured that all products, services and processes meet company and regulatory

safety and environmental requirements

Insurance Broker 2006 to 2009Self employed Interviewed prospects to identify current and future risk Built trusting relationships with customers to ensure their satisfaction was first priority Completed a need analysis profile with clients Maintained a customer management database to ensure all customers information

was up to date Contacted clients on a regular basis to sustain relationship

Technical Assistant Engineer 2005 to 2006Maersk New Zealand Developed and maintained relationships with internal/external customers through

effective communication skills Deputy department manager Managed and developed staff an subcontractors Maintained repair standards for all contractors by means of auditing and training

nationwide including detailed report writing Consulted and trained contractors and staff to use computer system, either for

estimate entry or parts control

Overhaul Project Engineer 2002 to 2005 Siemens UK Managed all internal departments and external contractors to ensure a smooth,

project completion Pivotal member of a process improvement/ implementation team Led weekly meetings with managers and other departments to update progress and

timescales of each project, highlighting any outstanding issues Performed detailed reports and analysis of findings including solutions. Compiled detailed reports and technical quotations/estimates for customers and

insurers, taking on an active role in technical and commercial meetings to resolve issues and negotiate options

Fully conversant in SAP, Microsoft packages, email and internet. Monitored individual customer requirements ensuring long term customer satisfaction

Aircraft Engineer – 1990 to 2002Royal Air Force, UK

QUALIFICATIONS

HNC. Engineering ONC. Aeronautical Engineering NEBOSH. National Certificate in Health and Safety Enclosure Integrity Testing (level 2) European computer license (ECDL) City and Guilds. Skills Test in Mechanical Specialism City and Guilds. Basic Engineering Competence’s

INTERESTS

DIY Kayaking Spending time with my family and socialising with friends

REFEREES ON REQUEST

Sam Wales – South Pacific Industrial – Workshop Manager – 021660548 Dave Stuart – Stafford Engineering – Sales & Eng manager - 0292006405 Apratim Sengupta – Chubb – National Sales manager - 0272046377