About Philip....

Profile

● I have solid experience in both providing technical support in a range of environments and also working alongside marginalised people to bring positive change and enhanced wellbeing ● I have proven commitment and a successful work record in a faith based organisation both in New Zealand and overseas ● In my previous employment I have worked as a reliable team member, a capable manager and an effective leader ● I have proved my loyalty to my previous employers, my capacity to develop and my commitment to take on responsibility and challenge ● I model transparency in my relationships, respect to others and focus on the tasks assigned to me ● I am adaptable and eager to learn new systems ● I apply and share knowledge effectively, respond positively to challenges and make effective decisions to produce consistent quality results

Key Competencies

Skilled Technician – An experienced A Grade Motorcycle mechanic with technical skills in the repair of a vast range of mechanical, electrical and technical equipment and machinery both in New Zealand and third world

Personal Attributes

· An active listener who is an effective communicator in any setting

· Has a history of working in challenging situations while maintaining tenacity and demonstrating resilience

· Plans and organises ahead, prioritises tasks and follows through to meet deadlines

· Pays accurate attention to details to methodically deliver quality outcomes

· Will learn new systems and processes efficiently in a hands-on way

· A team worker who shares knowledge and experience cooperatively

· Takes responsibility and consistently delivers on this

· Personal committed to a faith-based mission of caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society

· Team-oriented leader who is known for loyalty, reliability, transparency who nurtures respectful relationships

Employment history

The Salvation Army, Palmerston North. Apr. 1997 – Aug. 2016

• Addictions and Supportive Accommodation Services Director, Palmerston North (2015 – 2016)
• Addictions and Supportive Accommodation Services, Manager, Palmerston North (2011 – 2015)
• Men’s Hostel Manager and Court Liaison Officer, Palmerston North (1997 – 2011)

The Salvation Army, Africa Aug 1989 – Oct 1996

Rwanda – Technical, Security & Logistics Officer

• Providing technical, security & logistics support to an international Salvation Army team, leading the rebuilding and repairing of two local health centres and related infrastructure in two rural locations.

Chikankata Mission Station, Zambia – Technical Services Director

• Managing technical infrastructure for 700 pupil school, 24o bed hospital, nurses and laboratory technician training school, outreach teams totalling up to 2,000 people.

Chikankata Mission Station, Zambia – School Engineer

• Maintaining school equipment, buildings and houses for a 700 pupil rural boarding Secondary School

Early Career: 1980-1989

Two Builders – Builder’s Labourer

Jamieson Honda, Feilding – Service Manager & Motor Cycle Mechanic

Ingram and Worsley, Feilding – Garage Assistant / Motorcycle Mechanic / Workshop Foreman / Service Manager /

Parts Department Manager

Qualifications

Advanced (A Grade) Certificate - Motorcycle Mechanic – NZ Trade Certification Board (1985)

Gained top marks in NZ for this exam

Trade Certificate – Motorcycle Mechanic – NZ Trade Certification Board (1983)

Driver Licenses - Classes 1 (private car) and 2 (motorcycle) – NZTA (1977)

Professional Membership

Manawatu Community Housing Trust – Trustee and Inaugural Chairperson (2007 – current)

The Institute of New Zealand Motor Industry – Senior Craftsman (1986)

Volunteer Work

Gateways Christian Fellowship – Management and hands on work with various practical projects (2018 – current)

Manawatu Community Housing Trust – Trustee and Inaugural Chairperson (1998 – current)