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Andrew Miller

Brookfield,QLD

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Resourceful Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Small Business Owner

Sports Maintenance Australia
04.2020 - Current
    • Achieved consistent growth with careful planning and execution of business development initiatives.
    • Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
    • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
    • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
    • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.

Small Business Owner

Grudge Imports
11.2004 - 03.2020
  • Managed a team of 13 people.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Achieved consistent growth with careful planning and execution of business development initiatives.
  • Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
  • Interviewed and hired ideal candidates to assist with logistics and tasks of business.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.

Service Manager

Clark Equipment
01.1998 - 08.2004
  • Led a team of 28 service technicians and admin staff
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying current on relevant updates and adjusting company policies accordingly.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by implementing streamlined service processes and staff training programs.
  • Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Coordinated warranty claims processing, advocating on behalf of customers to ensure prompt resolution of covered repairs or replacements.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Service Technician

Aran
02.1986 - 05.1996
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
  • Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
  • Enhanced system performance through troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex electronic and mechanical systems.
  • Facilitated smooth installations, ensuring proper setup and configuration of new equipment at customer sites.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brisbane Boys College
Brisbane, QLD
12.1979

Mechanical Trade Certificate -

Yeronga TAFE
Brisbane, QLD

Master of Business Administration Certificate - Business Administration

Central Queensland University
Brisbane, QLD

Skills

    • Delegation
    • Planning and execution
    • Hiring and Onboarding
    • Employee Motivation
    • Business management and development
    • Scheduling
      • Inventory Tracking and Management
      • Staff Management
      • Customer Relations
      • Sound Judgment
      • Supplier Monitoring
      • Operations Management

Certification

First aid Certificate

Forklift Licence

Skid steer Licence

Excavator licence

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Sports Maintenance Australia
04.2020 - Current

Small Business Owner

Grudge Imports
11.2004 - 03.2020

Service Manager

Clark Equipment
01.1998 - 08.2004

Service Technician

Aran
02.1986 - 05.1996

High School Diploma -

Brisbane Boys College

Mechanical Trade Certificate -

Yeronga TAFE

Master of Business Administration Certificate - Business Administration

Central Queensland University
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