Derryn Williams
Thomson,VIC
Summary
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and reliable professional with a proven track record of efficiency. Known for bolstering workplace morale and fostering collaboration among team members. Adaptable problem solver, capable of thriving in challenging environments both independently and as part of a team. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and achieving operational excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader / Forklift Driver
Kitchen Warehouse
Epping, VIC
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the forklift drivers
- This includes making sure they operate in a safe manor and they maintain the safe operation of the forklifts, the reporting of Maintenace issues and arranging of services to keep the forklifts functioning without issue
- I am also responsible for the Replenishment team, making sure stock is available for picking orders and stock levels are maintained to meet demand
- Maintaining safe work practices for staff and complying with the values and polices of the company
- Collecting the order transcripts that come through and picks the orders, creating pallets for each store
- Packing them securely for transport and loading them on the trucks as they arrive
- Transfer stock to the replenishment team as needed
- Participate in stock takes as needed
- Maintain accurate records and paper trails for all orders and stock transfers
- Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
Warehouse Manager/ Forklift Driver
Mildura Fresh
Epping, VIC
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Followed strict produce policies to maintain a high level of professionalism and compliance polices
- Operated a forklift, following speed limits, lift limits, and safety guidelines.
- I was responsible for checking the condition and freshness of produce to ensure that quality produce was being delivered and sold to consumers.
- Assisted in sales to consumers, including the negotiation process for buying and selling produce based on the quality and quantity of stock incoming and onsite.
- Maintaining safe work practices, I loaded and unloaded trucks.
- I gained experience working in cold storage, including maintaining fridges at the optimal temperature to keep fresh produce.
- I took responsibility for opening and closing the store, as well as setting it up for sales and trading. I made sure to position the stock in demand and in season to appeal to the consumer, driving sales.
Delivery Driver
Rock's fruit and veggies home delivery service
10.2017 - 03.2021
- Complied with established company policies and procedures to maximize road safety
- Researched and traveled most direct route and delivered items on schedule or ahead of schedule
- Drove delivery vehicles safely for team-leading duration without accident
- Handled products with care and delivered to customers in pristine condition
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles, delivered packages to customers doors, and collected payments upon delivery when required
- Planned efficient routes to serve the maximum number of customers each day
- Pick and packed customer orders on a daily basis
Farmhand
Youngs fruit and veg
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Applied safe treatments and sprays to crops and pastures to control pests
- Lubricated, adjusted, and made minor repairs to farm equipment with oil cans, grease guns, and hand tools
- Operated tractors and tractor-drawn machinery to plow, harrow, and fertilize soil or plants
- Loaded agricultural products onto trucks to drive vehicles to market or storage facilities
- Built and repaired fences, buildings, and installations to maintain usefulness in protecting livestock and storing resources
- Moved livestock to pastures, scales, trucks, and other enclosures
- Harvest fresh produce from the land for commercial sale with the likes of Potatoes, Broccoli, Cabbage, Pumpkin, Lettuce, Berries etc
Store Manager
Van Dorssens Tobacconist, Gifts & Post Office
01.2007 - 06.2014
- Oversee store operating budget, product inventory, purchasing decisions, and sale development strategies
- Managed product inventory by projecting demand for popular items based on sales reports
- Interviewed applicants for employment, made hiring decisions, and trained new staff in job functions
- Managed store sanitation, cleaning, and organizing to maintain presentability and professionalism
- Issued detailed responses to problems and complaints to resolve customer service issues
- General customer service, money transfer duties and letter parcel post
Cafe Manager
Big Apple Cafe
01.2005 - 03.2008
Stores And IT
First Security
09.2007 - 02.2008
Restaurant Waiter
Club Med, Lindeman Island
05.2001 - 10.2005
Education
High School Diploma -
Burnie High School
Burnie, TAS12.1999
Skills
- White Card
- Consumer Fraud Training
- Forklift Operation
- Loading and Unloading
- Warehouse
- RF Scanning
- Picking and Packing
- Counter Balance
- Manual Handling
- Dispatch
- Own or Access to A Vehicle
- Vic Drivers Licence
Certification
- Vic Construction Induction White Card, (Current)
- First Aid Certificate, (Current)
- Licence to preform High Risk Work (Current)
- Vic Drivers Licence, (Full/ Current)
- Evidence of Full Covid-19 Vaccination (Current)
Timeline
Team Leader / Forklift Driver
Kitchen Warehouse
08.2023 - 01.2025
Warehouse Manager/ Forklift Driver
Mildura Fresh
11.2021 - 08.2023
Delivery Driver
Rock's fruit and veggies home delivery service
10.2017 - 03.2021
Farmhand
Youngs fruit and veg
08.2014 - 08.2017
Stores And IT
First Security
09.2007 - 02.2008
Store Manager
Van Dorssens Tobacconist, Gifts & Post Office
01.2007 - 06.2014
Cafe Manager
Big Apple Cafe
01.2005 - 03.2008
Restaurant Waiter
Club Med, Lindeman Island
05.2001 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
Burnie High School