Andrew Cadd
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Reliable Area Manager successful at operating in high-volume, fast-paced environment. Skilled in leading teams to meet objectives on stringent timelines. Empowering leader with superior communication and collaboration abilities demonstrated over 5 years of management performance.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Dedicated with extensive knowledge of mechanical & electrical technologies, tools and practices. Designs and develops systems to customer needs. Experienced in leading projects from initial conception to completion within customer budget.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sole Trader
Shire Deep Cycle & Handyman
04.2023 - Current
- A focus on installing and troubleshooting aftermarket electrical 12 & 24 volt deep cycle systems in cars, vans, 4X4's, campers & caravans to meet customer requirements and personalisation.
- General handyman works - lawns & gardens, small home maintenance jobs.
Area Manager
Battery World Kirrawee, Caringbah & Bankstown
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
- Directed workforce planning, customer retention and customer service management for multiple locations.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
- Supervised 3 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
Assistant Store Manager
Battery World Coffs Harbour
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Retail Store Manager
Battery World Kirrawee
02.2019 - 11.2021
- General sales duties, managing cash flow, managing staff, light auto electrical (12V&24V) work on vehicles
- Building trust & Working with customers to achieve their desires for their boats, cars ,4X4’s, camper trailers, Caravans, Motorbikes & More.
- Dealt with suppliers to keep stock levels up and making sure we have the best quality products from the most reliable brands and keeping the customers coming back to someone they trust.
- Completed routine store inventories.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Retail Sales Assistant
Battery World Caringbah
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Carried out general retail sales duties, offered advice and customer service
- Stock ordering, stocktaking duties.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Handyman
Andy’s Handy Services
02.2016 - 12.2017
- Run by myself, which involved general home & Garden maintenance
- General plumbing work, demolition (stripping of bathrooms/kitchens), small tree removals, lawn and garden care and many more odd jobs.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
Cabinet Maker/Shop Fitter
Australian BBQ's & Outdoor Kitchens
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Manufacturing BBQ's from high quality stainless steel, building modular stainless and also PVC Vlite (waterproof) kitchens for outdoor settings in factory and then delivering and installing on site.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
Glazier Assistant
All Doors And Windows
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Followed established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Fabricated and installed required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Completed fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
CASUAL Surveyor/Field Assistant
Alpha Geo Science
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Used a metal detector and hand tools, shallow searching for UXO (unexploded ordnance) targets and abnormalities in the geology of the work site.
- Spotting for plant operators.
- Learnt surveying skills and how to use some surveying equipment.
Hospitality Worker
Multiple Employers
01.2009 - 12.2014
- Worked at multiple fast food chains to bars & Nightclubs to high end restaurants as my skills grew.
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
Education
White Card In Building & Construction Safety - Construction Trades
EOT
Sydney, NSW2015
RCG - Hospitality
Sydney Bar School
Sydney, NSWRSA - Hospitality
TAFE
Loftus, NSWCertificate II - Chef Training
TAFE
Loftus, NSWCertificate II - Cafe Operations
TAFE
Loftus, NSWYear 10 School Certificate - undefined
Menai High School
Sydney, NSW2009
Skills
- White Card (Building & Construction)
- General handyman skills
- Above average mechanical & auto electrical skills
- Retail sales & management
- Cash handling & reconciling procedures
- Equipment Functionality
- Supplier Monitoring
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Order & refill stock and stocktaking
- Managing multi site staff & rosters
- Conflict resolution
- Overseeing and reporting on multiple sites performances
- Understanding and executing different types of duties
- Food preparation & kitchen operations
- Certificate II Cafe Operations
- Certificate II Hospitality
- RSA
- RCG
- Food hygiene
- OH&S procedures within hospitality industry
- Exceptional customer service
Timeline
Sole Trader
Shire Deep Cycle & Handyman
04.2023 - Current
Area Manager
Battery World Kirrawee, Caringbah & Bankstown
06.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Store Manager
Battery World Coffs Harbour
12.2021 - 06.2022
Retail Store Manager
Battery World Kirrawee
02.2019 - 11.2021
Retail Sales Assistant
Battery World Caringbah
01.2018 - 02.2019
Handyman
Andy’s Handy Services
02.2016 - 12.2017
Cabinet Maker/Shop Fitter
Australian BBQ's & Outdoor Kitchens
08.2015 - 12.2015
Glazier Assistant
All Doors And Windows
12.2014 - 04.2015
CASUAL Surveyor/Field Assistant
Alpha Geo Science
06.2014 - 01.2015
Hospitality Worker
Multiple Employers
01.2009 - 12.2014
White Card In Building & Construction Safety - Construction Trades
EOT
RCG - Hospitality
Sydney Bar School
RSA - Hospitality
TAFE
Certificate II - Chef Training
TAFE
Certificate II - Cafe Operations
TAFE
Year 10 School Certificate - undefined
Menai High School
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