Franco Leocata
Tatura,VIC
Summary
Proactive Business Owner and Water Planner with extensive experience in transport operations and heavy vehicle management. Established strong customer relationships and consistently met quality expectations while optimizing inventory and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Adept in financial management, project planning, and boosting profitability through strategic initiatives.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Sole/ Trader
2021.05 - Current
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities appropriately throughout the team.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favourable contracts with suppliers.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
Water Planner
Goulburn Murry Water
2005.04 - 2020.08
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving costefficiency.
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Managed successful day-to-day operations of projects by maximizing productivity from available resources.
- Implemented best practices in planning methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Evaluated key performance indicators regularly, making data-driven adjustments to plans when necessary.
Transport Operator
Mc Colls Transport
2001.08 - 2003.08
- Reduced fuel consumption by utilizing GPS tracking systems and promoting eco-driving habits among drivers.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by maintaining accurate logs, permits, licenses, and certifications for all vehicles and drivers.
- Maintained vehicle safety standards by conducting regular inspections and ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
- Inspected vehicles and completed daily maintenance actions.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Heavy Vehicle Transport Operator
Telfords Building System
1991.01 - 1997.01
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, securing favorable contracts for equipment purchases and service agreements.
- Improved employee retention rates by creating a supportive work environment that recognized achievements and provided opportunities for professional development.
- Conducted thorough background checks on potential hires to ensure the highest standards of safety were maintained within the transport operator team.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by maintaining accurate logs, permits, licenses, and certifications for all vehicles and drivers.
- Maintained vehicle safety standards by conducting regular inspections and ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Echuca Technical School
Echuca, VIC11.1991
Skills
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Driven and Determined
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Business Planning
Timeline
Business Owner
Sole/ Trader
2021.05 - Current
Water Planner
Goulburn Murry Water
2005.04 - 2020.08
Transport Operator
Mc Colls Transport
2001.08 - 2003.08
Heavy Vehicle Transport Operator
Telfords Building System
1991.01 - 1997.01
High School Diploma -
Echuca Technical School
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