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Aaron Blake

Traralgon,Victoria

Summary

Resourceful Project Manager with 10+ years of expertise in organizing capital project, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing contractor teams, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in budget and financial management, contractor management, dairy food manufacturing, drafting and safety systems.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Plan Pro Technology
2017.08 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.

Operator

Programmed AU
2015.07 - 2017.07
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments. Areas of operating experience include;

- UHT milk packing

- milk powder packing

- Warehouse forklift operations including pallet wrapping, labelling, stacking, stock taking and truck loading

  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Ensured production up time, maximising efficiency

Document Controller

Jindi Cheese
2015.01 - 2015.11
  • Scanned, filed and transmitted various documents and adhered to digital filing procedures.
  • Maintained document archive and file server of approved documents and drawings to provide easy traceability and retrievability.
  • Maintained accurate records of all project-related documents, facilitating quick retrieval when needed.
  • Provided support for document controls and worked with contract documents.

Sheet Metal Fabricator & Insulation Installer

Insulmet
2014.06 - 2014.10
  • Cut, bent and shaped metal sheets and components to meet specific project requirements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and properly maintaining equipment.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
  • Prioritized tasks effectively, balancing multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Drafting Assistant

Plan Pro Technology
2010.02 - 2013.11
  • Liaised with external consultants as necessary to clarify design elements or obtain additional information required for accurate drafting execution.
  • Reduced errors in final drafts by meticulously proofreading and editing drawings before submission to clients.
  • Maintained organized digital archives of past projects, streamlining future access and reference needs.
  • Enhanced drafting efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving techniques.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Paul's Anglican Grammar School
Warragul, VIC
12.2009

Skills

  • 10+ years of project management and co-ordination
  • 10+ years of dairy process & packaging experience
  • CAPEX creation and submission
  • P&ID, layout & electrical schematic drafting with various CAD programs
  • Timeline creation in various programs including MS project
  • Timeline management and communication
  • Project budgeting
  • Purchase order creation, issuing & receipting with SAP and Ariba
  • Project spend forecasting
  • Contractor management
  • Organisation of stake holder communication briefs, meetings and memorandums
  • Implementation & validation of "clean in place" systems
  • Commissioning of new plant

Timeline

Project Manager

Plan Pro Technology
2017.08 - Current

Operator

Programmed AU
2015.07 - 2017.07

Document Controller

Jindi Cheese
2015.01 - 2015.11

Sheet Metal Fabricator & Insulation Installer

Insulmet
2014.06 - 2014.10

Drafting Assistant

Plan Pro Technology
2010.02 - 2013.11

High School Diploma -

St Paul's Anglican Grammar School
Aaron Blake