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Brian Hornblow

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Adept at fostering customer relationships and driving process improvement, my tenure as a Business Owner and roles in painting and contracting, notably with Peninsula Hot Springs, highlight my entrepreneurial spirit and attention to detail. Leveraging skills in customer service and resource allocation, I consistently deliver high-quality outcomes, enhancing company reputation and operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Self Employed Services
07.2020 - 03.2025
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Sub Contractor

Peninsula Hot Springs
06.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed site preparation and cleanup efforts, maintaining safe working conditions throughout the duration of the project.
  • Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
  • Worked closely with general contractor on completion of punchlist tasks.
  • Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering a collaborative work environment for successful project completion.

Residential Painter

Four Seasons Health Care
02.2017 - 03.2020
  • Enhanced residential property appeal by skillfully applying various painting techniques and finishes.
  • Collaborated effectively with other contractors for seamless project execution, resulting in positive feedback from clients.
  • Performed accurate measurements and calculations to estimate required materials and labor for each project, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail in all painting tasks.

Residental Painter

Bluecross Residental Care
01.2013 - 03.2017

I was the South East Residental Painter, responsible for 9 Facilities. My daily duties included

  • Maximized durability of paint jobs by thorough surface preparation and proper use of primers.
  • Achieved smooth finishes on surfaces with careful sanding, patching, and caulking before painting commenced.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality results by adhering to industry best practices and safety standards.

Education

No Degree - English Language And Literature

St. Birinus School
Didcot, Oxfordshire, England, UK
01-1979

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Customer relations
  • Attention to detail
  • Driven and determined
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Relationship building
  • Business planning
  • Entrepreneurial personality
  • Process improvement
  • Employee development
  • Corporate governance
  • Resources allocation
  • Talent allocation

Timeline

Sub Contractor

Peninsula Hot Springs
06.2024 - 02.2025

Business Owner

Self Employed Services
07.2020 - 03.2025

Residential Painter

Four Seasons Health Care
02.2017 - 03.2020

Residental Painter

Bluecross Residental Care
01.2013 - 03.2017

No Degree - English Language And Literature

St. Birinus School
Brian Hornblow