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Practicing Visual Artist from 2015 to present exhibiting Locally and Internationally.
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Christine Myerscough

Swanhaven

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 25 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities and Operations Manager

National Art School
08.2010 - 01.2021
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance

Facilities Manager

Economics And Business, University Of Sydney
07.2005 - 08.2010
  • Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
  • Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
  • Supervised staff of 3 in day-to-day activities.
  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
  • Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
  • Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
  • Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
  • Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
  • Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
  • Led facility management staff and consultants in producing business plan that focused on facility operations.
  • Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies
  • Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements
  • Directed tenant improvements to meet contractual demands and update building areas
  • Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities
  • Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances

Education

Masters of Visual Art - Sculpture

University of Sydney, Sydney College of The Arts
Sydney, NSW
11.1998

Bachelor of Visual Arts - Ceramic/Sculpture

University of Sydney, Sydney College of The Arts
Sydney, NSW
11.1995

Skills

  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Contract Administration
  • Budget Development and Management
  • Policy and Procedure Implementation
  • Planning and Implementation
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Project Development
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Management
  • Business Administration
  • Data Archiving
  • Workflow Planning
  • Team Leadership
  • Employee Motivation
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Process Improvement Strategies
  • Leadership
  • Employee Relations
  • Staff Development
  • Data Evaluation
  • Client Relations
  • Health Information Policy and Procedure Development
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Multi-Site Operations

Practicing Visual Artist from 2015 to present exhibiting Locally and Internationally.

Christine Myerscough is an Australian Artist with a Master of Visual Arts majoring in Sculpture from Sydney College of the Arts. Her works are primarily in sculpture and installation and her art practice encompasses a range of media, including found objects as well as non objective art. Her photography informs all aspects of her art practice. 

Previous site-specific works include her 2007 installation, A Delicate Balance 2007 at Sculpture in the Vineyards at Undercliff Winery in Wollombi, NSW. 


Her  recent series of assemblages were exhibited in the sixth edition of the International Biennial of Non Objective Art of the city of Pont de Claix (Isère-France) where 4 works were purchase by the City of Pont De Claix for their public collection and the remaining for artworks bought by a Private collector.


Her artworks have been exhibited in public and private galleries, artist-run initiatives and non-traditional art spaces since 1993 and her work is in Private and Public collections within Australia and Overseas.  Christine’s studio is based at her South Coast home in Conjola National Park, NSW on Yuin Country.

Timeline

Facilities and Operations Manager

National Art School
08.2010 - 01.2021

Facilities Manager

Economics And Business, University Of Sydney
07.2005 - 08.2010

Masters of Visual Art - Sculpture

University of Sydney, Sydney College of The Arts

Bachelor of Visual Arts - Ceramic/Sculpture

University of Sydney, Sydney College of The Arts

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