Paul Smith currently serves as the Director of Agency Engagement and Integration at Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity, a position held since October 2020. Prior to this role, Paul Smith was the National Manager for Next Generation Critical Communication at Fire and Emergency NZ from June 2018 to October 2020. Paul Smith's career with New Zealand Fire Service spanned from April 1996 to June 2018, during which time roles included Senior Station Officer, Assistant Area Commander, and Station Officer, culminating in the position of Senior Station Officer. Paul's extensive experience in emergency services and agency integration highlights a strong background in leadership and critical communications.
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Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity
The Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity (NGCC), Poutama Whai Tikanga Pāpāho, is the government’s leading advisor on critical communications for public safety in New Zealand. Established in 2020, the NGCC Lead Entity supports healthier, safer and more connected communities throughout New Zealand. We work with agencies and companies on programmes to enhance public safety operations through sharing innovation, developing capability and leading the implementation of change. Our team of critical communications experts and corporate professionals is responsible for the Public Safety Network Te Kupenga Marutau (PSN), one of government’s largest infrastructure initiatives. The PSN will begin to deliver modern, secure digital communications from 2023 through a new national radio network, cellular services and personal alerting for Hato Hone St John, Fire and Emergency NZ, Wellington Free Ambulance and Police.