John Worrell
Business Owner
Millner,NT
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Tourism and Transportation. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
81
81
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Darwin Private Hire Cars
Millner, NT
01.1996 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations.
- Developed and managed relationships with clients and suppliers.
- Client transfers and tours
- Transfer of on-shore marine crews
Manager
Fannie Bay Newsagency
Fannie Bay , NT
01.1997 - 01.2021
- Day to Day operations of a busy Newsagents
- Customer service
- Cash handling and banking
Tour Bus Driver and Guide
Keetleys Tours
Darwin, NT
09.1992 - 09.1996
- Day Tours Darwin Area
- Guided day tours Kakadu , Litchfield and Katherine
- Extended two and three day guided tours throughout the region
- Specialist knowledge of flora and fauna and Territory history
- Worked with Overseas and Domestic customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
- Worked with overseas and domestic customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
Chairman of Directors
Noonbraid Pty Ltd T/as NT Private Hire Cars
Darwin, NT
06.1992 - 01.1996
- Manage day to day operations of chauffeured car fleet ( Co-op)
- Liaise with NT Government re industry standards and report to members
- Supervise fleet wide fatigue management
Senior Technical Trainer
British Aerospace ( Australia)
Khamis , Saudia Arabia
10.1990 - 06.1992
- Compiled IT training and assessment resources based on understanding of technical processes and skills-development needs.
- Oversaw technical documentation, instruction and evaluation to meet IT education initiatives.
- Trained and mentored 25 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Set up Maintenance Data Analysis systems for UK MOD in Country
Owner Operator
Allmac Tours
Darwin, NT
10.1988 - 06.1990
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations.
- Developed and managed relationships with clients and suppliers.
- Client transfers and Guided tours of the region
Airframe Fitter
R.A.A.F
Brisbane, QLD
09.1968 - 09.1988
- Used hand and power tools, pneumatic drills and rivet guns to manufacture aircraft sheet metal and structural parts.
- Maintained sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
- Read and interpreted manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Adhered to strict safety procedures and protocols when operating heavy machinery and tools, protecting both personnel and equipment.
- Enhanced functionality of systems by performing routine maintenance in accordance with manufacturer manuals, completing basic repairs and replacing worn out components.
- Identified issues with components and isolated faults prior to implementing corrective actions.
- Cultivated vast knowledge of aircraft systems by attending training workshops and implemented expertise in routine work and special projects.
Education
Associate Diploma - Engineering Technology
Newcastle Technical Colledge
Newcastle, NSW 02.1979 - 09.1984
Skills
Operations oversight
Documentation and reporting
Customer Relations
Business administration
Tour Guide Knowledge
Driving Licence HC with H endorsement
Additional Information
Active involvement as Secretary / Treasurer with several Masonic organisations
Licensee of the Masonic Club in Parap
Booking Manager for Community Hall
Timeline
Manager
Fannie Bay Newsagency
01.1997 - 01.2021
Owner/Operator
Darwin Private Hire Cars
01.1996 - Current
Tour Bus Driver and Guide
Keetleys Tours
09.1992 - 09.1996
Chairman of Directors
Noonbraid Pty Ltd T/as NT Private Hire Cars
06.1992 - 01.1996
Senior Technical Trainer
British Aerospace ( Australia)
10.1990 - 06.1992
Owner Operator
Allmac Tours
10.1988 - 06.1990
Associate Diploma - Engineering Technology
Newcastle Technical Colledge
02.1979 - 09.1984
Airframe Fitter
R.A.A.F
09.1968 - 09.1988