Graeme Taylor
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Toxfree Australia, excelling in project management and staff development. Skilled in training and mentoring, I enhanced team performance and drove significant process improvements, resulting in increased efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment and achieving strategic business goals.
Experienced with team leadership and operational management. Utilizes strong organizational skills to optimize workflow and improve team efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative work environment to achieve collective goals.
Experienced Supervisor leads team members to complete jobs on-time. Assigns tasks, trains employees, and implements company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provides leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor/ Leading Hand
JJ Richards/ Createnergy
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted team in daily operations, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
- Learned company protocols and adhered to safety guidelines during all activities.
- Supported inventory management by organizing supplies and maintaining stock levels.
- Collaborated with colleagues to optimize workflow processes and improve team dynamics.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of operational tools.
- Monitored equipment usage, reporting issues promptly to maintain operational integrity.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Manager
Toxfree Australia
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Streamlined project management workflows, resulting in timely delivery of key initiatives.
- Developed and executed training programs for staff, promoting skill enhancement and productivity.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends, informing strategic decision-making processes.
- Evaluated vendor performance and negotiated contracts, driving cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
GM/ OWNER
GBR Enviroservices PTY LTD
02.2009 - 01.2015
- Directed operational strategies to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows across multiple departments.
- Mentored and developed management team to improve leadership skills and drive employee engagement initiatives.
- Implemented performance metrics to monitor productivity, resulting in improved departmental accountability and outcomes.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic planning, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer needs.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, enhancing brand reputation and driving business growth through strategic partnerships.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning
- Grew company to It's final point where three large waste management companies were actively opting to purchase GBR finally sold GBR to Toxfree Australia 15th January 2015..
Education
Series 600 Advanced Construction Science - Construction Management
Angus Technical College
Arbroath Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Team building
- Operations management
- Project management
- Project planning
- Conflict resolution
- Business development
- Workflow management
- Performance management
- Risk management
- Staff education
Certification
- License -SSAN
- MC license
- confined space
- Breaching Apparatus
- Au/NZ unit standard 4098 & 4099 (trainer assessor)
Timeline
Supervisor/ Leading Hand
JJ Richards/ Createnergy
02.2019 - Current
Manager
Toxfree Australia
01.2015 - 02.2019
GM/ OWNER
GBR Enviroservices PTY LTD
02.2009 - 01.2015
Series 600 Advanced Construction Science - Construction Management
Angus Technical College