Work Experience
Communications Specialist
New Zealand Transport Agency
February 2023 - Current
My current position is tasked with providing official information to the general public of New Zealand. The information conveyed relates to travel information for state highways around the country (for example, relaying the opening and closing of major transport routes) in response to severe weather events (flooding, slips etc), crashes, and planned works. I keep the official NZTA X/Twitter, Facebook, and website updated with information as events unfold in real-time. The information I publish is regularly shared by major news outlets in the country. This position is based within a specialised control room, as part of the Real-time Operations Group.
Senior Technical Writer
Youtap
June 2022 - February 2023
Youtap is a global FinTech leader in providing B2B solutions for digital wallets and payments
infrastructure. In this cross-functional role I produced a wide range of written marketing copy,
technical documentation, and market research. I was also involved in client management (from
start-ups through to globally recognised commercial entities), project management on a pilot
program, and raising investor capital via a 150 page information memorandum I wrote.
Copywriter
Various Companies (Independent/freelance)
June 2021 - June 2022
Youtap is a global FinTech leader in providing B2B solutions for digital wallets and payments
infrastructure. In this cross-functional role I produced a wide range of written marketing copy,
technical documentation, and market research. I was also involved in client management (from
start-ups through to globally recognised commercial entities), project management on a pilot
program, and raising investor capital via a 150 page information memorandum I wrote.
Compliance Officer
The Department of Conservation
January 2021 - June 2021
My primary task was to investigate breaches in conservation legislation throughout New
Zealand. I interviewed suspects and witnesses, gathered evidence, led stakeholder engagement,
wrote evidential reports, issued infringements, and recommended prosecution action.
Enforcement Officer
Auckland Council
March 2019 - December 2020
Investigating illegal dumpings throughout the Auckland region was a key component of this
role. Day-to-day responsibilities included gathering evidence, investigating multiple sites
around Auckland, enforcement action, and building relationships with numerous stakeholders.
Rifleman/Infantry
New Zealand Army, PTE, 5/7 Battalion RNZIR
2015 - 2016
Skillsets prioritised in this role include a heightened awareness for health and safety,
teamwork, navigation, technical capabilities (weapons, radios etc.), living in isolated environments, attention to detail, self-discipline, and expanding my mental/physical limitations.
Sales, Hospitatlity & Miscellaneous
Various companies.
2015- 2018
Key skills developed in these roles include customer service, product knowledge, and the
development of a professional work ethic.