Charles Zemura
Gledswood Hills
Summary
Dynamic warehouse professional with extensive experience at Qantas Ground Services Freight, excelling in order picking and loading. Proven leadership in promoting safety and teamwork, resulting in enhanced productivity. Certified forklift driver skilled in hazardous materials handling, committed to continuous improvement and fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Storeperson
Qantas Ground Services Freight
09.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals of breaking down freight, building up of outward freight and promoting a positive work environment through open communication and teamwork.
- Maintained clean, organized warehouse spaces, enabling efficient movement of goods and reducing risk of accidents or damage to freight or cargo.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the warehouse by consistently adhering to all guidelines and encouraging team members to do the same and as a Health and Safety representative and committee member.
- Used pallet jacks, and forklifts to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers whilst observing safety standards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and manoeuvre freight throughout distribution network whilst breaking down and building up freight.
- Delivery of cargo to bays for onward loading into aircraft for export.
- Attending Warehouse Health and Safety monthly meetings and contributing continuous improvement in physical and mental health of all stakeholders.
- Great understanding of dangerous goods through the network on how to store and secure for safe transportation.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Surrounded items in cling film, and tape to protect from damage.
Leading Hand
Coles Supermarkets
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
- Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
- Supervised and direct a team of cleaners and trolley collectors in a safe and clean environment.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight deadlines.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Work Area Manager
Royal Mail Group
01.2000 - 09.2014
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment by conducting daily team huddles or tools boxes.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Managed time and absence to improve attendance.
- Submitted daily reports about performance, productivity and safety related issues.
Education
Advanced International Diploma - Travel And Tourism Management
Speciss College
Harare Zimbabwe 11-1988
Skills
- Order picking
- Loading and unloading
- Packaging and labeling
- Workplace cleanliness
- Warehouse safety
- Barcode scanning
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Package handling
- Certified forklift driver
- Safety procedures
- Load planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Hazardous materials handling
- Willing to learn
- Cargo security
Timeline
Warehouse Storeperson
Qantas Ground Services Freight
09.2017 - Current
Leading Hand
Coles Supermarkets
07.2015 - 08.2017
Work Area Manager
Royal Mail Group
01.2000 - 09.2014
Advanced International Diploma - Travel And Tourism Management
Speciss College
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