Cornelius Kritzinger

Work History

Self Employed - Renewable Energy Sector

03.2016 - Current

Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
Fostered innovation and creativity within design team, encouraging exploration of new ideas.
Enhanced user experience with ergonomic design principles and user-centric testing.
Implemented sustainable design practices, contributing to environmental conservation efforts.
Tailored design approaches to meet specific client requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Self-employeed

01.1997 - 03.2016

Mentored employees in professional development opportunities, enhancing their skillsets and career growth potential within the company.
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and training staff on exceptional customer service techniques.
Supervised daily activities of restaurants and 150+ employees.
Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
Improved employee retention by fostering a positive work environment, offering competitive compensation packages, and providing opportunities for growth and development.
Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.

Rosslyn Micro Flyers

10.2004 - 07.2014

Trained individual clients in art of aviation through theoretical and practical flight instruction
Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles, ensuring maximum retention of material covered.
Assisted students in mastering complex aviation concepts through clear explanations and practical demonstrations during ground school sessions.
Collaborated with fellow flight instructors to share best practices, enhance teaching methodologies, and ensure consistency across programs.
Conducted regular stage checks to evaluate student progress, providing feedback and recommendations for additional training as needed.
Assisted students in developing effective goal-setting strategies and time management skills for successful completion of their training programs.
Improved student confidence and performance with thorough pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings, addressing specific areas for improvement.
Mentored new flight instructors by sharing knowledge, techniques, and insights from personal experiences in the field.
Enhanced student pilot skills by implementing personalized training plans and progress tracking.
Introduced students to procedures and instrument flight techniques.
Recommend curriculum improvements to improve student learning and success.

South African National Defence Force

01.1991 - 12.1994

Mentored junior officers to develop leadership skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Developed comprehensive training programs for subordinates, resulting in improved skill sets and job performance.
Evaluated subordinate performance fairly and accurately, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
Facilitated cross-training programs, significantly enhancing unit versatility and adaptability.
Directed intelligence-gathering operations, providing vital information for strategic planning.
Implemented mentorship program, significantly improving junior officers' leadership skills.
Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.