Mark Edwins

Mark was Head of Training/Senior Trainer at the New Zealand School of Tourism before joining Site Safe in early 2022. His responsibilities included guiding a team of trainers within the vocational space, and ensuring learners were coached and mentored correctly through their qualifications. His approach is one of personalised facilitation where learners can feel free to explore their learning needs and share their ideas within the classroom setting. Mark's key focus is to create an environment where all learners can succeed.

Areas of expertise 

• Adult Training /Education.
• Vocational Training.
• Health and Safety Training.
• Training and Supervision.
• Facilitation and Assessment.
• Coaching and Mentoring.
• Leadership Development.
• Effective Presentation Skills.

Qualifications 

• National Certificate in Health & Safety (Workplace Safety) New Zealand.
• ISO 31001 Certification.
• ISO 14001 Certification.
• ISO 45001 Certification.
• Unit Standards 23960, 23962, 23966 Mobile Elevated Working Platform.
• Unit standard 29315 Describe the role and functions of the Health and Safety Representative in a New Zealand workplace.
• Unit standard 21970 Improve building or construction site safety through changed work practices, actions, and attitudes.
• Unit standard 17601 Produce an occupational health and safety incident investigation.
• Unit standard 30265 Apply health and safety risk assessment to a job role.
• Diploma in Education.
• Adult Facilitation/Classroom Management.
• Certified Assessor & Moderator.
• New Zealand Certificate in Adult Teaching (Level 5).

Professional bodies

• Affiliate Member of the New Zealand Institute of Safety Management (NZISM).