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Joel Kennington

Lake Coogee

Summary

Experienced with coordinating and overseeing shipping operations to ensure timely delivery and accuracy. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to optimize logistics workflows. Track record of enhancing team collaboration and maintaining high operational standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shipping Agent

Wilhelmsen Ships Service
04.2023 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and professionally, leading to increased satisfaction ratings.
  • Developed strong relationships with carriers for better collaboration and improved shipment reliability.
  • Handled and resolved customer complaints professionally providing timely updates on shipment status and ensuring their satisfaction at all times.
  • Coordinated and verified proper dispatch of cargo shipments, working closely with different departments to resolve issues.
  • Arranged with Port to organise arriving/ sailing times for vessels to enter berths at all hours.
  • Helped assist with crew changes, communicating with both crewing agencies and local transport companies to arrange accordingly.

Retail Worker

Bunnings Warehouse
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.

Retail Worker

City Beach
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently while adhering to company loss prevention guidelines.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Education

High School Diploma -

Seton Catholic College
Samson, WA
10-2021

Skills

  • Port operations
  • Shipping software
  • Warehousing operations
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Decision-making

Certification

  • Forklift Certification
  • WA Driver's License
  • MSIC
  • White Card

Timeline

Shipping Agent

Wilhelmsen Ships Service
04.2023 - Current

Retail Worker

Bunnings Warehouse
11.2021 - 04.2023

Retail Worker

City Beach
09.2019 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Seton Catholic College
Joel Kennington