Gregory Ratajczak
Perth,WA
Summary
Accomplished Quarantine/Corporate Logistics Manager with a proven track record at Ertech, enhancing logistics efficiency and biosecurity integrity. Awarded for outstanding contributions to Australia's biosecurity, leveraging expertise in quarantine management and continuous improvement practices. Skilled in fostering team growth and driving operational excellence, with notable achievements in cargo compliance and audit leadership.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Quarantine/Corporate Logistics Manager
Ertechnologies (Ertech)
06.2023 - Current
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics department. Updated Quarantine Management Plan (QMP) for Ertech; providing advice, guidance and specific training regarding the preparation of cargo
- Conducted regular audits of logistics processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to industry best practices, by setting up procedures and changing the flow of cargo in warehouse
- Coordinated end-to-end shipment tracking capabilities, significantly improving visibility into order status for both internal teams and external customers, by preparing cargo to a quarantine compliant manner
- Championed the adoption of lean management principles within the logistics function, driving efficiency improvements by inspecting cargo/containers to a blue tag status
- Liaise and auditing third parties and their sites, with all aspects of quarantine requirements
- Conduct and drive safe work procedures via toolbox meetings, driving and implementing a work safe environment
Landside Operations Coordinator
Pilbara Port Authority
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Expedited and coordinated daily operations at Utah Point, Dampier, Port Hedland and Onslow Cargo wharves
- Conducted and supervised daily inspections as per Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations 1995 - Appointed Person/s Section 44, both fixed and mobile plant
- Reported non-compliant events through Tickit Management System. Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
- Developed and implemented daily operations plans such as, checking work permits for compliance, carry out inspections of port lease areas, liaise with shippers, importers and other port users through cargo briefs, wharf inspections and vessel approval to berth, conduct safety inspections for hazardous cargo vessels and other work place activities. this is to maintain accurate cargo data for operational efficiency and stevedoring performance, using VDS and Access systems
- Coordinate and supervise landside activities by issuing or approving traffic management plans, issuing site notifications or allocating laydown areas and completing inspections
- Update of daily shipping schedules and birth booking for PPA public wharves
Quarantine & Environmental Advisor
TOLL Energy
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Participated in industry conferences and professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in environmental management and sustainability. Training staff to Red Tag Quarantine status. Updated TOLL Quarantine Management Plan and corporate paperwork for audit purposes
- Inspections of cargo to Blue and Green Quarantine Tag status
- Reviewed contractor performance related to environmental matters, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and expectations set forth in contractual agreements, whilst coordinating movement of cargo, personnel and resources, as required
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations into all aspects of project planning and maintaining scheduled servicing to mobile plant equipment
- Liaising with government departments on safety, quarantine issues and scheduling, while driving a safety culture
Senior Quarantine Officer (Level 4)
AQIS (Australian Quarantine Inspection Service)
12.2004 - 02.2006
Quarantine Officer (Level 3&4)
Perth Airport and Fremantle Port QQIS
01.2001 - 12.2004
Education
Bachelor of Business - Business Management
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA12.2001
Skills
- Australian Biosecurity Award: Certificate of Commendation for making an outstanding contribution to maintaining Australia's biosecurity integrity in 2009 wile working on the Gorgon Project for Chevron
- Australian Quarantine Inspection Service Certificate 3 in Government
- Australian Quarantine Inspection Service Certificate 2 in Quarantine Inspection
- Quarantine Approved Premises - Class One Sea & Air Freight Deports, issued by AQIS for maintenance of the operations and structural requirements of a quarantine approved premise
- Accredited to conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations (bobcat)
- High risk licence forklift
- Dangerous Goods Security Card
- Basic Fire Training
- Recreational Skippers Ticket
- Certificate of Training in boat transfer and transfer at sea
- Internal Auditor Training (Chevron)
Timeline
Quarantine/Corporate Logistics Manager
Ertechnologies (Ertech)
06.2023 - Current
Landside Operations Coordinator
Pilbara Port Authority
01.2019 - 02.2023
Quarantine & Environmental Advisor
TOLL Energy
01.2016 - 03.2018
Senior Quarantine Officer (Level 4)
AQIS (Australian Quarantine Inspection Service)
12.2004 - 02.2006
Quarantine Officer (Level 3&4)
Perth Airport and Fremantle Port QQIS
01.2001 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Business - Business Management
Edith Cowan University
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