"Welcome to the JNP Aviation Training Whānau. We proudly call ourselves a whānau because our team, like any family, share a commitment to a common set of values. We understand and appreciate the true value of people and family and strive to provide empowerment through shared knowledge and collaboration.
JNP Aviation Training’s parent company, JNP Aviation, provides world class airport handling services and sets a new standard in aviation services.
At the core of its operations is the provision of all ground handling services to Air New Zealand and Charter Airlines. Currently, these services are provided by highly trained, skilled and capable Customer Service Agents and Loaders at Whangārei, Napier, Gisborne, Tauranga, Rotorua, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Blenheim, Hokitika and Timaru. JNP Aviation also offers cargo management, passenger services and airport management.
We invite you to join JNP Aviation Training here in Tauranga to embark on an exciting career in aviation. This industry offers so many unique career paths for you to pursue. We guarantee your experience will be both challenging and enjoyable".
JOSH PAYNE
CEO & JNPAT INSTRUCTOR
Airport operations roles are vital to providing a safe, efficient airport environment and good customer service. All airport operations require specialist skills and knowledge. Those working with aircraft and on airports must be properly trained and qualified according to aviation law and regulations.
At JNP Aviation Training you will receive expert hands-on training leading to New Zealand qualifications and the opportunity to find your dream job in the aviation industry. We will provide you with the best possible opportunity to gain the highest standards in the industry giving you that competitive edge. You’ll be training with New Zealand’s leading aviation service provider, JNP Aviation, gaining tangible industry experience by enrolling in programmes based at our Tauranga training hub.
You’ll be receiving the best possible start to your aviation career.
We will personally help you navigate towards employment with our industry partners.
The JNP Aviation Training (JNPAT) team are a dedicated group of aviation specialists based in Tauranga. Essentially we love all things aviation and want to share all we know in a supportive, fun, safe and inclusive learning environment. We focus on excellence and quality in education without losing the sense of excitement and enjoyment the world of aviation can bring. Our JNPAT whānau cannot wait to share our special aviation environment with you and create potential employees who are highly qualified, safety aware and who reflect our passion in the aviation field.
Having had the absolute pleasure of leading a hugely dedicated, talented and skilled team at JNP Aviation to be an award winning, reputable and successful force in the aviation industry, I am delighted to head another organisation, JNP Aviation Training. I am confident JNPAT will clearly excel in every aspect of its operation - that's the JNP way! I am truly convinced that the quality of our tailored-made programmes, the highly skilled and qualified instructors who deliver them, the people-centric ākonga support team and the senior leadership team charged with quality assurance, student wellbeing, safety, compliance and business performance, will combine to deliver an exceptional experience!
As the General Manager Training at JNPAT, I am entrusted with and responsible for the safety, wellbeing and development of ākonga and staff and the on-going credibility, viability and success of the training school. This is a fit-for-purpose role for me as I have a passion for all things aviation coupled with an inherent desire to assist people achieve amazing goals. I am excited about working alongside the talented and committed JNPAT team in providing quality training that makes a difference to each and every student.
I work from behind the scenes at JNPAT keeping all policies and processes monitored and current to ensure 100% quality education is delivered safely to all JNPAT students in the aviation environment. My job is to assist JNP Aviation Training to continually meet its vision of excellence in aviation training. My background and current line of work is in all things education - both tertiary and industry, and working with JNPAT has provided me with an insight into the exciting aviation sector amongst a positive and motivating team.
I have over fifteen years’ aviation experience in New Zealand and overseas including five years as a Commercial Pilot for Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong and other pilot contracts for private scenic charters in New Zealand. I have also spent over 5 years as Chief Flight Instructor here in the Bay, and in Hamilton. My enthusiasm and passion for teaching and being part of people's growth and learning journeys has never left me – and after being in several management roles I am now very excited to be back in aviation ground operations and to be an integral part of the learning journey – for our learners, ground operations staff and myself!
Emily is JNPAT's team administrator. Emily is an integral part of our team to ensure everything is running smoothly and all our data management systems are up to date. She takes care of all enrolments, queries and JNPAT's general admin. Most importantly, Emily is there for our ākonga to contact whenever they feel the need. Emily is our student contact and support - and with a vast education expertise she is our Literacy & Numeracy expert! Last but not least our JNPAT Administrator takes care of all JNPAT student's personal academic information - ensuring it is collected, entered and stored privately and safely [admin@jnpat.ac.nz]
Our Ākonga Support & Cultural Navigator provides a supportive learning environment for all Māori and Pasifika learners at JNP Aviation Training (JNPAT). JNPAT's aim is to foster a positive and productive 'team environment' that is culturally inclusive for all students - an environment that already exists at JNP Aviation in the workplace. We are lucky enough to have Aifai - born and raised in the village of Tuana’i in Samoa. Aifai has worked in ground operations himself along time ago, and now is the Director for Pacific Growth Services (https://www.pacificgrowth.co.nz/). Thoroughly acquainted with the Samoan culture with an acute understanding for the context that comes with being a Pacific Islander raised in New Zealand. Aifai is on board with JNPAT to support all learners - from both the working environment and to school learners. Aifai will ensure JNPAT's ākonga are inspired to be connected to JNPAT’s community and he will always available for a good kōrero!
JNPAT’s IT Manager is in charge of all IT systems and processes. Ongoing content and learning experience improvements ensure we stay ahead and improve JNPAT student success! As a Microsoft Innovation Award winner, IT manager of teams in both businesses and education providers, and leader of large scale digital transformation projects, clear communication, demonstrating authenticity and effective problem solving is high priority. Innovation is essential when it comes to the integration of our educational resources with our associated industry partner’s training. Our IT Manager, is the overall innovator and supporter of all things IT for JNPAT – with the overall goal of both supporting and enhancing the learner experience.
Our JNPAT Instructors come from the aviation ground operations industry. They are highly trained 'TTT' trainers and have a wealth of skills and knowledge to share with our new learners at JNPAT.
Safety is an integral part of aviation, and as the Health and Safety Manager for JNP Aviation and JNPAT I’m privileged to be able to guide and facilitate the safety culture within these organisations. Excellence in aviation training requires a total commitment to embedding safety as a core value in all of our staff and students. My role in health, safety and wellbeing gives me endless opportunities to grow my knowledge and understanding of everything we do, and to meet and interact with people from around the aviation sector.
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