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== Pre-2014 Roles ==
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=== LeasePlan NZ - Software Tester (Apr-2013 - Dec-2014) ===
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| [[Skills#Risk Based Testing|Risk Based Testing]], MS-Access VB App Testing, <br />AS-400 Testing, VB Automation Scripts
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:Full time testing contractor to the IS department, testing a variety of bespoke applications primarily for internal use.
:* Complex quotation app for car leasing built in MS-Access
:* Online driver FBT data collection portal (UI, web security, data flows, emailing)
:* Legacy AS-400 system testing
:* Developed a test automation framework for AS-400 using VB
:At LPNZ I was introduced to testing as a proper profession by my friend [https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalinwood/ Christina Linwood].
:Attended the NZ Tester Magazine conference, and the Risk Based Testing Workshop by Matt Mansell, it was exhilarating to learn from people passionate about testing.
=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2009 - Mar-2013) ===
=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2009 - Mar-2013) ===
:Looking after my two kids, the house chores, and '''[[Volunteering]]''' for the community
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| Parenting
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:Looking after my two school age children, the house chores, and '''[[Volunteering]]''' for the community
 
=== Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Logistics Manager (Aug-2005 - Aug-2009)===
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| [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|Firmware & Embedded System Testing]], [[Skills#Manufacturing Resource Planning|Manufacturing Resource Planning]], <br />[[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electrical & Electronic Engineering]], Staff Supervision, Continuous Improvement, <br />Logistics, Mechanical Product Design, Networking (TCP-IP, RS-485, RS-232)
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=== Research Assistant – University of Auckland (Aug-2011 - May-2012 Part Time) ===
:* Managed end-to-end logistics and quality control for electronic hardware production and delivery, including procurement, packing, and global shipping.
:Setup a large database (MS Access) of historic Auckland traffic flows for research into a cyclist's exposure to air pollution when commuting to and from work.
:* Managed all aspects of sourcing sub-assemblies from third-party suppliers.
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:* Supervised staff and casual workers, fostering a culture of customer service and product quality.
:* Continuously reviewed and optimised company procedures to enhance workflows and business information accuracy.
:* Implemented innovative solutions to improve production quality and efficiency.
:* Worked closely with mechanical & electronic engineers designing large cash receiving units (similar to ATM’s).


===Logistics Manager - Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd (Aug 2005 - Aug 2009)===
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2009MikeOgram.pdf 2009 Mike Ogram]
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=== Primary Caregiver (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005) ===
|[[Template:References|Reference]]
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| Parenting
|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2009MikeOgram.pdf 2009 Mike Ogram]
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:Management of all aspects of production and delivery of the electronic hardware goods sold by the company. Including stock management, procurement, packing and shipping to local and overseas customers, coordinating sub-assemblies from third party suppliers, and management of one staff and some casual workers. Reviewed related company procedures, and developed new systems & procedures to boost work-flows, increase business information accuracy/completeness, and improve production quality and efficiency.
:Looking after my two young children and facilitating the renovations of our first home prior to selling and moving to larger home.
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===Primary Caregiver (Sep 2003 - Jul 2005) ===
=== University of Auckland - Lab Coordinator & Physics Tutor (Sep-2003 - Jul-2005 part time) ===
:'''BTech(Opto-electronis) Lab Coordinator (part time)'''
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::University of Auckland, Dept of Physics, managed the lab for 20 students and assisting them with their final year projects and also primary academic supervisor for several students.
| [[Skills#Teaching & Tutoring|Teaching, Tutoring]]
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:BTech Opto-electronics lab coordinator & Dept of Maori & Pacific Island Health physics tutor


:'''Physics Tutor (part time)'''
=== Bioengineering Institute - Embedded Software Engineer (Sep 2002 - Aug 2003)===
::University of Auckland, Dept of Maori & Pacific Health, Physics tutor for pre-stage 1 MAPAS course.
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| [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|PIC Embedded System Development & Testing]], <br />Bluetooth Protocol, [[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electronics]],  [[Skills#C++, Arduino, ESP32|C++ Programming]]
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:Developed an embedded solution with Bluetooth protocol stack for data telemetry from devices implanted in rabbits used for medical research at the University of Auckland.
:* Bluetooth HCI commands
:* Protocol stack implemented in low resource PIC micro-controller
:* Code written in C++ and cross compiled for multiple device types
:* LabView integration


:'''Home Renovations'''
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2004SimonMalpas.pdf 2004 Simon Malpas]
::Completed the renovations of our small 1st home prior to selling and upscaling to accomodate the new arrivals.
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===Bluetooth Software Engineer UoA Bioengineering Institute (Sep 2002 - Aug 2003)===
===Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd - Development & Support Engineer (Aug 1997 - Nov 2001)===
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| Customer Support, [[Skills#Firmware & Embedded System Testing|Firmware & Embedded System Testing]], <br />Release Management, Training, [[Skills#Electrical & Electronic Engineering|Electrical & Electronic Engineering]], <br />Networking (TCP-IP, RS-485, RS-232), Project Management
|[[Template:References|Reference]]
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|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2004SimonMalpas.pdf 2004 Simon Malpas]
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:Developed a Bluetooth protocol stack for the telemetry of data from devices implanted in rabbits used for medical research.
:*Bluetooth HCI commands
:*Protocol stack implemented in extremely low resource PIC micro controler
:*Code base written mainly in C and shared across multiple device types, and different compilers.
:*LabView integration
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===Physics Tutor University of Auckland (part time Jul 2002 - Sep 2002)===
::Dept of Maori & Pacific Health, Physics tutor for pre-stage 1 MAPAS course.
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===Senior Development & Support Engineer, Project Manager - Monitor Business Machines NZ Ltd (Aug 1997 - Nov 2001)===
:Monitor Business Machines developed a cost management system (mainly tracking photocopying) through networked (RS232/RS485/TCP-IP) electronic swipe card terminals.
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:My roles and responsibilities covered
|[[Template:References|Reference]]
:* Global customer support lead
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:* Development and Testing of Hardware, embedded firmware, and software
|[http://dirksonline.net/CV/2001MikeOgram.pdf 2001 Mike Ogram]
:* Release Management
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:* Global training  
:Monitor developed a cost management solution primarily for tracking photocopying through electronic swipe card terminals
:* Project Manager to develop a casino premium player loyalty program (Terminal & infrastructure hardware and software) for Burswood Casino (Perth)
:*Global customer support lead
:* Built a performance test lab for automated testing of firmware and software updates
:*Testing
:* Built numerous test jigs for testing & diagnosing various hardware items
:*Release Management
:* CE Mark & RoHS compliance Testing
:*Global training  
 
:*Project Manager to develop a casino premium player loyalty program (Terminal & infrastructure hardware and software) for Burswood Casino (Perth)
:[[References - Full List#Pre-2014 Roles|Reference]]: [https://dirksonline.net/CV/2001MikeOgram.pdf 2001 Mike Ogram]
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===Short Term Contracts (1996 - 1997)===
===Short Term Contracts (1996 - 1997)===
:*Cerebos Greggs – Production Planner & documentation
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:*Auckland City Council – Ph PABX maintenance & support
| Production Planning, Documentation, <br />Technical Support
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:* Cerebos Greggs – Production Planner & documentation
:* Auckland City Council – Ph PABX maintenance & support


===Production Scheduler - Carter Holt Harvey - Tissue Group (1994 - 1996)===
=== Carter Holt Harvey(Tissue Group) - Production Scheduler (1994 - 1996)===
:*Production scheduling (MRPII) of diapers and facial tissues
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:*Sales forecasting
| Production Planning, Documentation, Specifications <br />Technical Support, Sales Forecasting, VB Automation, AS-400
:*Product specifications
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:*Continuous improvement projects
:* Production scheduling (MRPII) of diapers and facial tissues
:*Developed a VB application to automate the generation of Excel productions plans from data in AS-400
:* Sales forecasting
:* Product specifications
:* Continuous improvement projects
:* Developed a VB application to automate the generation of productions plans from data in AS-400
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