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BusinessDevelopmentManager
Bradley Rake

Bradley Rake

All Rounder
Mount Pleasant,SA

Summary

Dynamic Business Development Manager with a proven track record at Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation. Expert in strategic planning and team leadership, successfully increased client base by identifying new opportunities. Skilled in negotiations and fostering relationships, delivering customized solutions that drive repeat business and enhance customer satisfaction.


Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation
07.2015 - 07.2024
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Establish new business arms


Community Projects Coordinator

Bynes CACS Ltd
11.2009 - 05.2014
  • Evaluated potential risks associated with proposed initiatives; developed contingency plans accordingly.
  • Managed grant applications and reporting requirements to secure funding for vital projects.
  • Assisted families in accessing community resources and opportunities such as summer engagement programs, counseling, food assistance and education language support.
  • Organized workshops and training sessions for volunteers, enhancing their ability to contribute effectively to various community initiatives.
  • Manage daily work plans
  • Oversee daily staff movements

Works Manager

Ngaliwurru Wuli Association
09.1999 - 12.2002
  • Executed, Government and Defence contracts
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing daily work plan's and optimizing workflow processes.
  • Monitored WHS performed by team members to facilitate safety across all work platforms
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and guidelines affecting operations.

Works Manager

Webb Constructions
02.1992 - 10.1995
  • Oversee all movement of cranes across gold mine construction of new mine
  • Establish daily work programs
  • Build strong working relationships with all contractors to meet there requirements of the equipment on site
  • Spearheaded cost reduction initiatives, identifying areas for potential savings without compromising product quality or safety standards.
  • Increased overall safety within the facility through thorough risk assessments and implementation of safety protocols.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, leading to streamlined processes and improved product quality.
  • Achieved on-time delivery of products by closely monitoring production schedules and addressing any bottlenecks or delays promptly.
  • Enhanced employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing training opportunities.
  • Streamlined communication channels between departments for better collaboration toward common goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newton Moore Senior High School
Bunbury, WA
01-1982

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Business development and planning
  • Customer service
  • Negotiations
  • Strategic planning
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Goals and performance
  • Operations
  • Process improvement
  • Project management
  • Cost management
  • Staff management

Interests

  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Drone Piloting
  • Camping
  • Photography
  • Road Trips

Certification

Enter and work confined spaces

Traffic Control

Traffic management guidance schemes

Cert 3 and 4 Indigenous mentoring

Tickets for the following;

Backhoe

Frontend loader

Skid steer

Tracked frontend loader

Heavy ridged

Open motor bike

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Ironbark Aboriginal Corporation
07.2015 - 07.2024

Community Projects Coordinator

Bynes CACS Ltd
11.2009 - 05.2014

Works Manager

Ngaliwurru Wuli Association
09.1999 - 12.2002

Works Manager

Webb Constructions
02.1992 - 10.1995

High School Diploma -

Newton Moore Senior High School
Bradley RakeAll Rounder