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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Chris Collard

Ipswich,QLD

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated individual with strong sense of empathy and excellent organizational abilities. Possesses deep understanding of grief counseling principles and proficient in coordinating memorial services and managing administrative tasks. Committed to providing meaningful support and ensuring respectful and comforting experience for families during difficult times. Developed skills in compassionate and highly organized environment, excelling in providing support and managing sensitive tasks. Proven ability to coordinate services, handle administrative responsibilities, and offer meaningful assistance to individuals. Looking to transition into new field where these skills can contribute to creating positive experiences and outcomes. Experienced with coordinating funeral services, ensuring all details are managed with precision. Utilizes strong communication skills to support families through difficult times. Knowledge of grief counseling and ceremony planning critical to delivering exceptional service. Devoted Funeral Director with extensive experience in industry and talent for consoling bereaved families. Patiently counsels families, as well as clients exploring pre-need future funeral options. Caring Job Title driven to deliver exceptional and professional service to families in need. Committed to coordinating funeral services and offerings seamlessly to simplify funeral and burial process for grieving families.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Betabord Pasterboard

Truck Driver
11.1999 - 03.2002

Job overview

Plasterboard delivery

Golden Cockerel

Truck Driver
02.1990 - 08.1999

Job overview

  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.

Golden Cockerel Pty Ltd

Leading Hand
01.1990 - 08.1999

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.
  • Mentored junior staff members to enhance their technical skills and boost overall team performance.

K.M Smith Funeral Directors

Funeral Director
10.2003 - 11.2007

Job overview

  • Assisted in the preparation of bodies for visitation or burial, adhering to strict standards of care.
  • Established trust among clients by consistently delivering exceptional service while maintaining sensitivity towards their needs.
  • Maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming environment for grieving families.
  • Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
  • Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
  • Served diverse clientele by offering a range of culturally and religiously appropriate services.
  • Upheld legal compliance with local regulations regarding burials, cremations, and embalming practices.
  • Increased customer retention, skillfully addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
  • Developed strong relationships within the community through outreach initiatives and networking events.
  • Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
  • Collaborated with clergy members to plan meaningful and respectful memorial services.

Education

The Gap State High School

Year 10
11.1983

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Pricing structures
  • OSHA regulations
  • Customer response
  • Mortuary operations
  • Cremation services
  • Empathetic
  • Body preparation
  • Funeral home services
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Funeral service coordination
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Funeral Director

K.M Smith Funeral Directors
10.2003 - 11.2007

Truck Driver

Betabord Pasterboard
11.1999 - 03.2002

Truck Driver

Golden Cockerel
02.1990 - 08.1999

Leading Hand

Golden Cockerel Pty Ltd
01.1990 - 08.1999

The Gap State High School

Year 10
Chris Collard