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Overview
Work History
Education
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Blair Frew

Airlie Beach,QLD

Summary

Experienced Venue Manager skilled in minimizing risk through implementation of safety policies. Bilingual self-starter with expertise in public relations, team oversight and facility management. 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. Reliable individual with the desire to be physically challenged in construction environments.

Safety-conscious Scaffolder with a background building temporary stadium seating for sporting events. Willing to be challenged while taking on new responsibilities. Considered a valuable team player with organizational and time management skills. Fast-working Scaffolder skilled working in all types of weather conditions and unafraid of heights. Committed and collaborative team player with attention to safety and fantastic organization. Works efficiently in confined spaces to build safe and effective scaffolding systems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Venue Manager

Paradiso Whitsundays
01.2019 - Current
  • Inspected facility daily for overall cleanliness and to check supply quantities for reordering and restocking.
  • Supervised events from start to finish using effective crowd control methods.
  • Maximized cost-effectiveness by complying with budget, labor and revenue benchmarks.
  • Implemented and enforced safety policies and procedures to manage risks and prevent accidents and mishaps.
  • Assisted with public relations by participating in community events, which helped to draw in new business and patrons.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Scaffolder

Pacific Coast Scaffolding
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
  • Trained new employees on proper safety procedures for working on scaffolding.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.
  • Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
  • Worked in team-focused environment to collaboratively complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
  • Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
  • Safely installed and dismantled scaffolding from aerial lifts and larger lifts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robina State High School
Robina, QLD
11.2000

Skills

  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Pre-Event Walkthroughs
  • Database Maintenance
  • Environmental Impact Management
  • Organizational Structuring
  • Market and Competitor Research
  • Critical Thinking
  • Building Safety Codes
  • Staff Supervision
  • Manage Operations
  • Staff Management
  • Calculations and Measurements
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Material Selection
  • Troubleshooting
  • Managing Materials

Certification

Standard 11 (previously held)

Working at Heights (previously held)

Working in Confined Spaces (previously held)

Certified Forklift Operator

Current RMLV


Timeline

Venue Manager

Paradiso Whitsundays
01.2019 - Current

Scaffolder

Pacific Coast Scaffolding
01.2016 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Robina State High School
Blair Frew