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Benjamin Tierney

Toowoomba,Australia

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive expertise in customer service and collaboration, particularly at Ergon as Meter Reader. Demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving and IT, skilled at orchestrating complex tasks while prioritizing safety and compliance. Dedicated to providing exceptional service and optimizing operational efficiency across diverse environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Meter Reader for Ergon

Servicestream
Toowoomba, Queensland
01.2020 - Current
  • Conducted electricity meter readings for Ergon customers across Toowoomba Region.
  • Delivered information on meter reading procedures to Ergon customers.
  • Assessed hazardous situations involving live electricity and wildlife.
  • Collaborated with team members to support fellow meter readers in need.
  • Provided meter reading services in diverse terrains and conditions throughout the region.

Facilities Attendant

MILNE BAY AQUATIC CENTRE – HIGHFIELDS FITNESS & RECREATION CENTRE
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided facility information to customers to enhance service experience.
  • Processed customer payments for facility usage efficiently.
  • Facilitated membership and class sign-ups for customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure exceptional customer service.

Customer Compliance Officer

Chandler Macleod
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Handled incoming and outgoing calls for Centrelink customers.
  • Completed thorough reviews of complex customer cases.
  • Performed data entry and coded information accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery for Centrelink customers.
  • Adhered to Workplace Health and Safety procedures throughout all activities.

Sales Team

Rebel Toowoomba
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Guided customers in locating products and enhancing in-store experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness and presentation standards for store products.
  • Collaborated effectively within a team to achieve store objectives.
  • Adhered to Workplace Health and Safety Procedures to ensure safety compliance.

Labourer

Supine Furniture
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Executed furniture sanding to achieve smooth finishes.\nAssembled furniture components according to specifications.\nCollaborated effectively within a team to enhance productivity.\nAdhered to Workplace Health and Safety Procedures to maintain a safe environment.

Traffic Controller

LACK ROAD TRAFFIC CONTROL AND LABOR HIRE
, NSW
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Placed road safety signs to enhance driver and linesmen safety.
  • Directed traffic flow to minimize hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members while also executing tasks independently.
  • Adhered to strict Workplace Health and Safety procedures at all times.

Volunteer

SES STATE EMERGENCY SERVICES
, NSW
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Completed First Aid training to enhance emergency response skills.
  • Acquired safe work practices to promote workplace safety.
  • Participated in storm and water damage training for effective disaster response.
  • Attended ground rescue training to develop critical rescue techniques.
  • Operated heavy machinery, including jaws of life, for emergency situations.
  • Achieved RCR Road Crash Rescue certification to respond to vehicular accidents efficiently.

Night Fill Staff

COLES
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Ensured shelves remained fully stocked at start of each day.
  • Practiced safe manual handling techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Unloaded pallets and cases of stock efficiently.
  • Labeled goods with prices upon request and discarded expired items.

Waitstaff

COURTYARD CAFÉ
Tenterfield, NSW
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Delivered exceptional customer service while managing barista and waitering tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operations and positive experiences.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dishes and equipment to uphold high hygiene standards.

Education

Heavy Rigid Truck License -

Ideal Driving School
Toowoomba, QLD
04.2025

Remote pilot license (RePL) - English language proficiency (ELP) and Aeronautical radio operator’s certificate (AROC)

Wicked Drones
Toowoomba, QLD
06.2022

Certificate III Business Administration - Business Administration

TAFE Queensland
QLD
06.2019

Arrowsmith Program - Cognitive Education

Arrowsmith
Toowoomba
01.2017

Year 12 -

Scots PGC College
QLD
01.2011

WHS White Card -

TAFE QLD
QLD
01.2010

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication skills
  • IT proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Organization
  • Multitasking

References

  • Darryl Geraghty, Field Officer, Meter Reading Team Leader, 0437 309 335, darrylgeraghty@live.com.au
  • Jim Hamilton, Lack Traffic Control Group Manager, 0407 408 946, jg_hamilton@hotmail.com
  • Lisa Cutts, Contract Manager, 0419413130, lmcutts15@gmail.com

Timeline

Facilities Attendant

MILNE BAY AQUATIC CENTRE – HIGHFIELDS FITNESS & RECREATION CENTRE
01.2022 - 12.2022

Meter Reader for Ergon

Servicestream
01.2020 - Current

Customer Compliance Officer

Chandler Macleod
01.2019 - 12.2019

Sales Team

Rebel Toowoomba
01.2018 - 12.2019

Labourer

Supine Furniture
01.2018 - 12.2018

Traffic Controller

LACK ROAD TRAFFIC CONTROL AND LABOR HIRE
01.2014 - 12.2015

Night Fill Staff

COLES
01.2013 - 12.2014

Volunteer

SES STATE EMERGENCY SERVICES
01.2012 - 12.2015

Waitstaff

COURTYARD CAFÉ
01.2012 - 12.2012

Heavy Rigid Truck License -

Ideal Driving School

Remote pilot license (RePL) - English language proficiency (ELP) and Aeronautical radio operator’s certificate (AROC)

Wicked Drones

Certificate III Business Administration - Business Administration

TAFE Queensland

Arrowsmith Program - Cognitive Education

Arrowsmith

Year 12 -

Scots PGC College

WHS White Card -

TAFE QLD
Benjamin Tierney