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Bryan Hands

Wandin North

Summary

Over 35 years of experience in the motorcycle industry, encompassing ownership and management of a successful Kawasaki Dealership and serving as President of the Motorcycle Racing Club of Victoria from 2003 to 2013. Accredited Junior Motorcycle Coach for Off-road Racing from 2009 to 2015, with a strong commitment to youth development in motorcycling through active involvement in the Junior Motorcycling Accreditation Program. Proven ability to organize National Championship motorcycle events in collaboration with Motorcycling Australia, demonstrating dedication to excellence and community engagement. Recognized for professionalism and strong leadership skills, fostering positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and manufacturers while ensuring operational efficiency and safety standards in high-pressure environments.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Chief / Manager

Stop And Seal Superbike Team
10.2023 - Current
  • Crew Chief / Manager of Australian Super Bike Team competing around Australia and overseas.

Manager

Valley Central Automotive
06.2024 - 03.2025
  • Developed strategic plans to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced operational costs.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Dealer Principal

Hands On Kawasaki
11.2007 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development of strong relationships and personalized service.
  • Led dealership to achieve top rankings in sales and technical performance, outpacing competitors consistently.
  • Established a strong company culture that promoted teamwork, accountability, and excellence across all departments.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining an impeccable record for audits and inspections.
  • Built a robust service department that delivered exceptional client experiences while driving repeat business.
  • Checked condition of vehicles to maintain highest quality standards.
  • Determined monthly and yearly forecasts in terms of unit sales, gross profit objectives and departmental profits.
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.


Working exclusively with Kawasaki Motors Australia with all franchises that KMA has to offer. Building a Sole Kawasaki Franchise from a ground up start.

Manager of Operations

First Class Motorcycles
02.1998 - 10.2007
  • General Manager
  • Tasked with the project of the acquisition of a Japaneses Manufacturer to add to an existing European Manufacturer.
  • Employing staff and training staff in their new role.
  • Overseeing Technical Services Department.

Motorcycle Technician

Jeffrey Sales And Service
01.1993 - 02.1998
  • Dismantled and rebuilt engines to diagnose and repair problems.
  • Performed maintenance on different categories and brands of motorcycles.
  • Diagnosed and repaired electrical assemblies such as headlights, tail lights, starters and signal lights in accordance with DOT Laws.
  • Conferred with clients to establish nature of defects or malfunctions affecting vehicle operations.
  • Listened to engines, examined vehicle frames or conferred with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.

Motorcycle Technician

Nova Honda And Ducati
01.1987 - 01.1993
  • Started Motorcycle Technician Apprenticeship.
  • Became a Qualified Motorcycle Technician.

Education

Completed Year 11

Mount Evelyn Technical School

Qualified Light Engine Technician -

Richmond College of Tafe
1990

Skills

  • Dealership Operations Management
  • Qualified Motorcycle & Light Engine Technician
  • Strategic Decision Making
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Manage Employees
  • Analyzing Profitability
  • Staff Coaching and Training
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Adaptable to Changing Demands
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Team leadership
  • Professionalism

Accomplishments

    Completed Bass Strait Crossing on a Jet Ski from Victoria to Tasmania and back unassisted and raised money for MS.

Timeline

Manager

Valley Central Automotive
06.2024 - 03.2025

Crew Chief / Manager

Stop And Seal Superbike Team
10.2023 - Current

Dealer Principal

Hands On Kawasaki
11.2007 - 06.2023

Manager of Operations

First Class Motorcycles
02.1998 - 10.2007

Motorcycle Technician

Jeffrey Sales And Service
01.1993 - 02.1998

Motorcycle Technician

Nova Honda And Ducati
01.1987 - 01.1993

Qualified Light Engine Technician -

Richmond College of Tafe

Completed Year 11

Mount Evelyn Technical School

Hobbies

Camping 

Fishing 

Hunting

Boating 

Jet Skiing

4x4 Trips

Off Road Motorcycling



Bryan Hands