Overview
Work History
Timeline
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Antony Lindsay

Antony Lindsay

Caloundra,QLD

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Road Train Driver

Jamiesons Transport
Port Hedland, WA
06.2021 - Current

Driving side tipper road trains, carting iron ore from various mine sites in the pilbara back to Utah port, in Port hedland

Owner Operator

Startrans
Gisborne NZ.
11.2019 - 06.2021

Towing refrigerated B-doubles New Zealand wide. Carting refrigerated produce and general freight.

Owner Driver

TOLL NZ Networks Ltd
Hawkes Bay , NZ
03.2015 - 09.2019

Owner Driver for toll NZ, towing curtainside B-doubles on a set run. Unit was double shifted with myself and one employee.

Owner Driver

NZL Group
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
09.2017 - 08.2019

Owner Operator, Prime mover towing 6 axle flat top B-double. Specializing in carting Conrete pipe, for Humes NZ. Along side other general flat top cargo and over size loads

Transporter Driver, Tyre Technician

Tony D'AlBerto Racing (V8 Supercars Australia
Melbourne, VIC
12.2012 - 12.2013
  • Transporter Driver for a v8 supercar team
  • Drive B-double race transporter to all race meetings throughout Australia
  • Secondary to driving the transporter, my other role was Tyre technician, looking after all of the tyres for the race car at each race meeting

  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Driver

Armestos Transport
Beerwah, QLD
07.2012 - 12.2012
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
  • Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
  • Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.

Transport Manager

Toll New Zealand - Transport Services
Hastings, New Zealand
03.2010 - 08.2012
  • Improved efficiency in transportation operations by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Created detailed reports on transportation metrics such as on-time delivery rates or fuel consumption per mile driven – this enabled informed decision-making related to resource allocation priorities.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
  • Coordinated with external partners such as carriers, vendors, customs brokers, and warehouse personnel to ensure seamless end-to-end logistics management.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Oversaw team of Number drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Fostered positive relationships between transport managers from other departments through routine cross-functional meetings focused on sharing best practices and addressing common challenges.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Managed a team of drivers, dispatchers, and administrative staff to ensure smooth transportation operations.

Logistics Coordinator

Toll New Zealand - Transport Services
Hastings , New Zealand
01.2009 - 08.2012
  • Generated monthly performance reports to track and analyze shipping trends.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for efficient project execution and timely completion.
  • Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to address client concerns and expedite orders when necessary.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
  • Implemented systems and procedures for accurate data collection and reporting.
  • Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
  • Created and managed budgets related to logistics and transportation.
  • Devised routing plans and schedules to facilitate safe and timely delivery of goods.
  • Established an effective communication system between departments involved in logistics coordination ensuring seamless information flow.
  • Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected disruptions in the supply chain, developing contingency plans to minimize negative impacts on business operations.
  • Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.

Branch Manager

Halls Refrigerated Transport
Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
  • Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
  • Championed process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency, improved service quality, or cost savings for the organization as a whole.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.

Timeline

Road Train Driver

Jamiesons Transport
06.2021 - Current

Owner Operator

Startrans
11.2019 - 06.2021

Owner Driver

NZL Group
09.2017 - 08.2019

Owner Driver

TOLL NZ Networks Ltd
03.2015 - 09.2019

Transporter Driver, Tyre Technician

Tony D'AlBerto Racing (V8 Supercars Australia
12.2012 - 12.2013

Driver

Armestos Transport
07.2012 - 12.2012

Transport Manager

Toll New Zealand - Transport Services
03.2010 - 08.2012

Logistics Coordinator

Toll New Zealand - Transport Services
01.2009 - 08.2012

Branch Manager

Halls Refrigerated Transport
01.2007 - 01.2009
Antony Lindsay