Bowen Taylor
Seaford,VIC
Summary
Quality-focused professional with vast experience in fence construction , installation and maintenance. All types of fencing wether it be Colourbond , Paling or Custom / Feature specialist who possesses strong leadership skills and commitment to customer satisfaction. Works well with team or independently to construct, repair and replace all types of fences. Well-trained Fencer works fast and provide finished projects that exceed client expectations. Highly energetic, used to working outdoors and promoting 5 years of experience in the fence installation industry. Adaptable to all types of situations and weather conditions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fencer
Self Employed
Seaford, VIC
07.2018 - Current
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Conducted site inspections to determine project costs and required installation materials.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
- Discussed fencing needs with customers and estimated and quoted prices.
- Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.
- Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
Operations Manager
Bradnams Windows And Doors
Dandenong South, VIC
01.2005 - 07.2018
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Advanced productivity KPIs by leading trainings on procedures and safety practices.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed 85 employees on day and night shift, overseeing efficiency of all practices involed with supply and distribution.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of process optimization in relation to profit and loss.
- Provided exceptional customer service to customers, increasing customer orders delivered in full to 98%
- Nominated by Work Safe for an award for exceptional process maintained by regular risk assessments and employee training
- Return to work coordinator
- Led the buisness during a complete system change to JD Edwards without effecting supply to customers
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing into the buisness
- Managed all TMS Requirements
Licensed Security Guard
Peninsula Hotel Security
Mornington, VIC
01.2006 - 05.2011
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
- Provided basic first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel.
Tradesman
Self-employeed
Langwarrin, VIC
01.2003 - 12.2004
- Run my own Kitchen and Vanity Installation company sub contracting for company I completed my apprenticeship and a few other local cabinet makers
- Maintained all tools to deliver a high standard of installation
- References available upon request
Apprentice Cabinet Maker
Mansion Kitchens
Carrum Downs, VIC
12.1998 - 12.2002
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Operated Beam Saw , Panel Saw , Edgebander
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Installed kitchens and Vanitys on site
- Preparation of material for painting
Education
Completed Year 10 -
Frankston High School
Frankston, VIC1998
Skills
- Fence Repair and Installation
- Digging Post Holes
- Hand and Power Tools
- Basic Carpentry
- Safe Work Practices
- Business Operations
- Multitasking Abilities
- Site Installations
- Fence Installations
- Fence Post Alignment
- Operational Safety
Accomplishments
White Card
First Aid - Incl CPR
LF and LO Licenced
Public Liability
Qualified Cabinet Maker
Multiple buisness management qualifications
Multiple supply chain warehousing and distribution qualifications
Timeline
Fencer
Self Employed
07.2018 - Current
Licensed Security Guard
Peninsula Hotel Security
01.2006 - 05.2011
Operations Manager
Bradnams Windows And Doors
01.2005 - 07.2018
Tradesman
Self-employeed
01.2003 - 12.2004
Apprentice Cabinet Maker
Mansion Kitchens
12.1998 - 12.2002
Completed Year 10 -
Frankston High School