Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Education
Languages
Interests
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Aphrodite Thimiopoulos

Summary

A very proactive person with a great sense of responsibility and very receptive to ideas and suggestions. Reliable, success-driven, and competent professional with hands-on experience in administration and customer service. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Works well in a team environment and as a self-starter.


Proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.


Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Temping & Contracting

Various Organisations
08.2016 - 05.2025
  • I have been temping and contracting, in long term roles, since leaving the NSW Rural Fire Service 2016.
  • I have worked for numerous organisations including John Holland, Veolia Waste Management, AFT Australian Forklift Training, Cleanaway, ARA Fire, DEM Fire, Grasshopper Environmental Services, Suez Waste Management, Ngroo Education etc.
  • I have undertaken various tasks and duties including:
  • Procurement functions, Order Processing – producing purchase orders, invoicing, receipting, credits, reconciliations, and cost coding.
  • Responsible for PPE stock (including order placement and allocation and management of stores).
  • Inventory and stock control
  • Rosters including scheduling – technicians, students
  • Microsoft Outlook – Utilised Calendar – Staff movements, booking of Boardrooms and scheduling appointments
  • Schedule and prepare paperwork etc for - toolbox talks, agendas & minutes
  • Respond to queries from internal and external customers
  • Solid basic administration i.e., records (electronic & manual including archiving), stationary, petty cash, new starter packages, leave requests, credit cards and timesheets
  • Customer Service: telephone & face-to-face, internal & external
  • Sourcing and booking travel and venues for conferences & events
  • Create SOPs and guidelines
  • Producing various reports
  • Credit Control & Collections
  • Weighbridge Administration
  • Operated computerized systems and other work-related systems.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Administration Officer

NSW Rural Fire Service
08.2006 - 07.2016
  • Administered inventory control and procurement functions, including obtaining and evaluating quotations, preparing requisitions, and liaising and negotiating with suppliers using online ordering system.
  • Created reports related to budgets / expenditure, stock control, staff movements, and forecasting procurement needs.
  • Maintained registers (equipment, budgets, usages) and business information systems community engagement training course and workshop attendance and qualifications.
  • Prepared meetings minutes to maintain accurate record of proceedings.

Temping & Contracting

Various Organisations
02.1993 - 07.2006
  • Credit Controller, Administration Manager, Warranty Coordinator, Accounts Payable, Call Centre Representative, Operations Manager, Administrative Assistant, Personal Assistant, Visit Officer, Administration, Secretary, Quality Control, Administration Clerk, Administration Officer.

Education

Certificate IV - Frontline Management

TAFE NSW Riverina Institute
01.2016

Certificate IV - Business

TAFE NSW Riverina Institute
01.2011

Diploma - Business Administration

St Joseph's College
01.1985

Skills

  • Highly Developed Customer Service
  • Successful Working Independently & in a Team
  • Strong Administration
  • Function & Events Coordinator
  • Team Leading / Supervising
  • Problem solving & Negotiating skills
  • Reporting including analysis reporting
  • Motivated and the ability to motivate
  • Budgets
  • Understanding of Legislations (ie WHS)
  • Credit Control
  • Public Speaking
  • Inventory Control / Stock takes / Quality Control
  • Rostering of Staff and scheduling staff
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Organised & Attention to detail
  • Logistics - very strong in warehousing
  • Understanding of Business Concepts & Change
  • Invoicing and purchasing
  • Current Drivers Lic
  • Writing Policies & Procedures
  • Weighbridge Operations
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft products
  • Greek Speaking
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Certification

  • Evidence of Covid-19 Vaccination
  • Issued by Australian Government
  • Jul 2021 - Current
  • Digital Certificate

Additional Education

  • Community Liaison Officer (NSW Rural Fire Service) 2012
  • Basic & Advanced Firefighting (several other courses)

Languages

Greek
Native or Bilingual

Interests

1 week notice

Timeline

Temping & Contracting

Various Organisations
08.2016 - 05.2025

Administration Officer

NSW Rural Fire Service
08.2006 - 07.2016

Temping & Contracting

Various Organisations
02.1993 - 07.2006

Certificate IV - Business

TAFE NSW Riverina Institute

Diploma - Business Administration

St Joseph's College

Certificate IV - Frontline Management

TAFE NSW Riverina Institute
Aphrodite Thimiopoulos