Christopher Kelly
Bayswater North,Australia
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in project, operational, and people management across various industries. Strong leadership skills foster team collaboration and drive towards achieving targets, enhancing customer satisfaction and company image. High-energy manager adept at problem-solving and innovation, building effective relationships with clients, employees, and vendors. Committed to continuous professional development and leveraging past experiences to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Atkar Group
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinated multiple projects from sales handover to installation for seamless execution.
- Reviewed project scope to ensure alignment with client expectations.
- Facilitated communication between contractors and clients to promote collaboration.
- Evaluated technical drawings for drafting team, including material take-offs.
- Conducted costing reviews to align projects with budget and as-built conditions.
- Prepared comprehensive project documentation for manufacturing processes.
- Liaised with clients and logistics teams for safe delivery of goods.
Installation Manager
Imagination Play
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Coordinated multiple projects across Australia, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Managed subcontractor scheduling to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Ordered materials locally while overseeing quality checks for overseas shipments.
- Monitored stock levels across all departments, including indoor, outdoor, and consumables.
- Generated estimates for freight and installation costs while processing relevant documentation.
- Assisted with compliance checks for playground design and safety regulations.
- Installed outdoor playgrounds, indoor centers, and fitness equipment on-site.
- Developed succession planning procedures and provided coaching to warehouse and production staff.
Franchisee – Burwood East
VIP Fencing and Home Maintenance
10.2017 - 07.2022
- Management of multiple projects
- Generating quotes, scheduling and invoicing
- Ordering material, machinery and maintenance
- Fabrication of custom gates
- Managing Cashflow/ Invoicing
- Liaising with customer from enquiry through to completion of works
- New Franchise Trainer
National Projects Coordinator
Wastech Engineering
12.2015 - 09.2017
- Management and coordination of multiple projects
- Scheduling of works through production and monitoring quality control
- Ensure smooth project flow for clientele from design/ concept through to hand over
- Estimating and costing projects. Detailed job analysis of budget vs actual – Gross profit reports for presentation to operations management
- Review and approval of quotes/ costings to ensure a target (GP and margins) are achieved
- Leading and managing a team of five (Three design engineers and two sales managers)
- Liaising, sourcing and negotiation of costs with subcontractors
- Managing OHS documentation
- Purchasing of project specific equipment
- Onsite works heading up projects to ensure time lines are met and dealing with potential unforeseen issues that arise
- Root cause analysis on warranty
Production Manager/ General Manager in Training
ANSA Doors
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Managed production supply and installation to ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Oversaw quality control of supplies, aligning manufacturing with design proposals.
- Ensured compliance with overall quality standards based on customer requirements.
- Assisted general manager in human resource management, including hiring and disciplinary actions.
- Developed and maintained Occupational Health and Safety Policies for a safe work environment.
- Negotiated and resolved disputes with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders effectively.
- Implemented OHS Policies and ensured adherence throughout operations.
- Coached staff through one-on-one conversations to enhance skills and performance.
Engineering Manager
Wastech Engineering
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Detailed job analysis of budget vs actual – Gross profit reports for presentation to senior management
- Chairing weekly production meetings and OHS Committee meeting
- Engineering department and manufacturing end of month reporting for presentation at senior management meetings
- Generate reporting on labour and cost of jobs
- Working with overseas suppliers to ensure quality control and compliance is adhered
- Implementation of company vision and department business plan through quarterly review and forecast
- Oversee of manufacturing to ensure deadlines are met
- Creating training programs for service technician in support of product knowledge
- Coordinating the delegation of workload of manufacturing alongside production manager
- Performance management and mentoring of department managers and employees within the operations department banner
Engineering Coordinator
Wastech Engineering
07.2006 - 07.2013
- Established Occupational Health & Safety Standard AS4801 and obtained ongoing accreditation since 2006
- Projects managing an excess of 30+ jobs with ranging completion dates of 8 weeks to 6 months
- Representing the company overseas and providing assistance to the client with technical information as well as commissioning the equipment, providing training on operational excellence and maintenance
- Liaising with sub-contractors to ensure that the task at hand is completed in a timely and cost effective manner and ensuring that the work is to the standard of Wastech
- Liaising with the client to coordinate drawings, technical information, specifications and requirements for the install of the equipment and interface with other plant
- Comprehensive collaboration with clients to obtain ideal product operation to suit client application
- Created, established and maintained manuals for equipment
- Review of hydraulic and electrical schematics to ensure full understanding of the operation and provide support to technicians
Education
Diploma of Competitive System and Practises in Manufacturing -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC09.2014
Fireline Leadership Course -
10.2010
Certified in ‘Provide training through instruction and demonstration’ - TAADEL301B
University of Melbourne
01.2009
Bachelor of Manufacturing Engineering Management -
RMIT University
01.2005
Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety -
Certificate II in Public Safety - SES Rescue
Forklift license -
Skills
- Project management and planning
- Cost estimation and budgeting
- Quality assurance and control
- Resource allocation and logistics
- Client communication and relations
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Time management and prioritization
- Negotiation and influencing skills
- Problem solving and root-cause analysis
- Technical drawing evaluation and support
- Material procurement and purchasing
- Progress reporting and tracking
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Functional requirements analysis
- Inventory control and forecasting
Volunteer Experience
- SES, Unit controller for Narre Warren State Emergency Services, 01/01/12, 01/01/15
- SES, Deputy Controller for Narre Warren State Emergency Services, 01/01/07, 01/01/12
Accomplishments
- Design, logistics, and installation of the playground at Bluey's World on time
- Obtaining higher GP by redesign of components for efficiency
- Resolving issues in remote NSW to enable projects to be completed on time
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Project Manager
Atkar Group
12.2024 - Current
Installation Manager
Imagination Play
07.2022 - 12.2024
Franchisee – Burwood East
VIP Fencing and Home Maintenance
10.2017 - 07.2022
National Projects Coordinator
Wastech Engineering
12.2015 - 09.2017
Production Manager/ General Manager in Training
ANSA Doors
08.2015 - 11.2015
Engineering Manager
Wastech Engineering
07.2013 - 05.2015
Engineering Coordinator
Wastech Engineering
07.2006 - 07.2013
Diploma of Competitive System and Practises in Manufacturing -
RMIT University
Fireline Leadership Course -
Certified in ‘Provide training through instruction and demonstration’ - TAADEL301B
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Manufacturing Engineering Management -
RMIT University
Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety -
Certificate II in Public Safety - SES Rescue
Forklift license -
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