Dave Thomas

Dave Thomas currently serves as a Human Resources Business Partner at Tauranga City Council, specializing in Regulatory and Compliance as well as Corporate Services and City Developments and Partnerships. Previous experience includes a role as Project Manager at New Zealand Defence Force, focusing on career and talent management processes, and serving as Training Warrant Officer for the Multinational Force and Observers, where leadership development was a key focus for personnel from various nations. Additional expertise was gained through HR Business Partner roles at New Zealand Defence Force, managing workforce planning and talent development. Education includes a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies from Victoria University of Wellington and a Bachelor’s Degree in Training Development from the University of New England.