John Hawes

John Hawes is an experienced professional in risk management and auditing, currently serving as a Senior Auditor and Risk Specialist at Airways New Zealand since October 2013. In this role, John has developed internal audit programs, led enterprise-wide risk strategies, and facilitated risk training and continuous improvement initiatives. Previously, John held positions as a Senior Change Assurance and Resilience Specialist and Senior Auditor at Airways New Zealand, contributing to change management, cybersecurity, and data analytics. Prior experience includes working as an Accountant at Colliers International and as an Auditor at Audit New Zealand. John Hawes holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) from the University of Canterbury, along with several ongoing certifications in risk management.