Damien Spotswood
Doreen,VIC
Summary
Dynamic leader and problem-solver with a proven track record in creating and managing Elite Paving Melbourne, enhancing profitability by streamlining operations and forging strong customer relationships. Skilled in customer service and work planning, I excel in driving teams towards excellence and delivering outstanding results. Expert in reducing operational risks and negotiating to maximize efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Elite Paving Melbourne
08.2014 - Current
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities appropriately throughout the team.
Truck Driver
Prolift Transport
12.2010 - 08.2014
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Concrete Finisher
Bernardi Concrete Mathematics Quarter
11.2004 - 12.2010
- Streamlined workflow on job sites by skillfully operating various pieces of heavy machinery used in the concrete finishing process.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to Number pounds to move job materials.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
Mechanic
Brakes Plus
06.1997 - 11.2004
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Education
Year Ten Completion -
Merrilands Secondary College
Reservoir, VICMechanical Apprenticeship -
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC10.2000
Skills
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Driven and Determined
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Business Owner
Elite Paving Melbourne
08.2014 - Current
Truck Driver
Prolift Transport
12.2010 - 08.2014
Concrete Finisher
Bernardi Concrete Mathematics Quarter
11.2004 - 12.2010
Mechanic
Brakes Plus
06.1997 - 11.2004
Year Ten Completion -
Merrilands Secondary College
Mechanical Apprenticeship -
Kangan Institute
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