Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Grahame Phillips

Rockville,Toowoomba,QLD

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my sales expertise and goal-oriented mindset at Vanderfield/RDO to build a robust Hino Franchise from the ground up. With a background spanning from apprentice mechanic to sales manager, I excel in cash handling and stock management, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, willing to work and show my hand at any position.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Assistant

Vanderfield/RDO/Wideland Trucks And Equipment
11.1998 - 01.2024

SHhtarted at Vanderfield in a roll to assist the Truck sales manager in prep and delivery of vehicles, moved up to position of Truck and Machinery Sales person, then to Sales manager, in 2015 went back into Service as a service manager for Hino trucks and small John deer equipment i.e Mowers etc... in 2021 Vanderfield/RDO sold the fanchise of Hino Trucks to Wideland Truck and Equipment sales of which myself and team where part of the Aquisition, moved to Premises in 4 Carrington road where myself and team started a new workshop, building relationships with customers and building a strong Hino Franchise. When it was a well established Franchise I have decided to move on and try something else as I was with the Hino Brand for over 27 years.

Warranty Clerk

Westco Truck Sales
08.1993 - 08.1998
  • Assisted in the development of warranty claim forms, making them more user-friendly and intuitive for customers to complete.
  • Maintained accurate records of all warranty claims, ensuring proper documentation and organization.
  • Decreased instances of fraudulent claims through meticulous verification processes and careful attention to detail.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing warranty claims and providing timely resolutions.

Service Advisor

John Armstrong Nissan
07.1987 - 11.1993


  • Developed estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labor.
  • Handled customer issues with confidence, using complex problem solving to provide effective resolution.
  • Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.

Technician

Ray Cullen Truck Sales
03.1985 - 07.1987

Cummins Diesel Mechanic, and also drove interstate with MC License for approx. 12 Months.

Leading Hand, Service Advisor

Rees Edwards Nissan
02.1982 - 01.1987

Started on the floor and a Technician, went on to be leading and hand and finally Service advisor for the Nissan, BMW Brand

Oil Rig Mechanic

Century Drilling
02.1981 - 02.1982

On site Field service technician, involved in daily maintenance and repairs to oil rig machinery, from South Australia to Roma oil fields.

Apprentice Mechanic

Westco Truck Sales
01.1977 - 02.1981

Apprentice in all phases of dismantling, repairing and Assembling all types of combustion and diesel engines, and maintenance and repair of all sections of a motor vehicle, including chassis, transmissions, braking systems, electrical system and body work.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Marys College
Toowoomba
11.1976

Skills

  • Eager to Work
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Stock management
  • Sales expertise
  • Leading a Team
  • Willingness to get the Job done

Certification

I have also had many trade courses completed of my years, including advanced mechanical courses, time management, customer skills, as well as RWC Approved inspection station enabling me to issue rwc certificates from base or mobile, as well as HD Blue plates and S10 Volumetric loading maroon plates. I do not necessary need a job in the Automotive field. Willing to try my hand at anything, to keep me in the employment field.

Additional Information

I also hold a current drivers license, open for Motor bike, all classes up to MC and a Current LF Forklift license

Timeline

Sales Assistant

Vanderfield/RDO/Wideland Trucks And Equipment
11.1998 - 01.2024

Warranty Clerk

Westco Truck Sales
08.1993 - 08.1998

Service Advisor

John Armstrong Nissan
07.1987 - 11.1993

Technician

Ray Cullen Truck Sales
03.1985 - 07.1987

Leading Hand, Service Advisor

Rees Edwards Nissan
02.1982 - 01.1987

Oil Rig Mechanic

Century Drilling
02.1981 - 02.1982

Apprentice Mechanic

Westco Truck Sales
01.1977 - 02.1981

High School Diploma -

St Marys College
Grahame Phillips