Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Cameron Tata

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Employed into the then NZ Government Railways Department and its list of successors in 1981 at Age 17. Over My 40 Plus Years in the Rail Transport Industry, with approximately half of that period spent in the operations field with the remainder spent in the various Head Office based roles.

Experienced Coordinator with proven background in project management and team leadership. Skilled in streamlining operations, improving productivity, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Known for successfully coordinating multiple projects simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines. Display strong communication skills coupled with problem-solving abilities that have positively impacted previous workplaces.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Roster Coordinator

Kiwirail
Auckland
01.2007 - 08.2023
  • Prepared Fortnightly Rosters for designated network locations, depots, and terminals. Collaborated with stakeholder staff using a friendly and helpful approach. Followed applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to create a safe working environment.
  • Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including personnel documents and project timelines.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.

Duty Roster Coordinator

Kiwirail
Wellington
02.2003 - 12.2006
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.

Team Leader (Amicus) Train Build

Transrail/Toll Rail
Auckland
01.1994 - 02.2003
  • Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
  • Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.

Shunter / Train Examiner Operations/Mainline Technician

NZ Rail /Transrail
Auckland/Whangarei
05.1988 - 12.1993
  • Inspected tracks, switches, couplings, brakes, drawbar's, journals, wheels, trucks, air hoses and other equipment for defects.
  • Checked and monitored the shunting operations and ensured that all safety regulations are followed.
  • Coupled and uncoupled locomotives and railcars to form trains for transportation.
  • Provided assistance in loading and unloading of cargo from wagons or trucks.

Skills

  • Administrative Leadership
  • Information Collection
  • Data Entry
  • Project Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Staff Supervision
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership
  • MS Office
  • Database Management

Accomplishments

  • Terminal Planning Introduction Team (Nation Wide)
  • Alertness Management Facilitator (Sleep Awareness)
  • Support Facilitator (Sexual Harassment)
  • Training Facilitator (Train The Trainer)
  • Train Build (Process Manual AMICUS)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Roster Coordinator

Kiwirail
01.2007 - 08.2023

Duty Roster Coordinator

Kiwirail
02.2003 - 12.2006

Team Leader (Amicus) Train Build

Transrail/Toll Rail
01.1994 - 02.2003

Shunter / Train Examiner Operations/Mainline Technician

NZ Rail /Transrail
05.1988 - 12.1993
Cameron Tata