Joshua German
Truganina,VIC
Summary
As the Operations Team Lead at Aim Hire, oversaw the day-to-day operations of a diverse and dynamic team that provides fencing and transport solutions to various clients. With over five years of experience in the industry, I have developed a wide range of competencies, such as stock management, scheduling, recruitment, and client relations. The mission is to ensure the team delivers high-quality services on time and within budget, while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and safety among the team members.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Team Lead
Aim Hire
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Identified areas for improvement in operations, leading to cost savings and increased productivity.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
Operations Consultant / Team Leader
Aim Hire
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Championed innovation within the organization by fostering an environment where new ideas were encouraged, evaluated, and implemented when appropriate.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify trends and inform business strategy development efforts.
- Managed diverse teams and fostered positive working environment, leading to increased employee satisfaction.
- Reduced operating costs through identification of key areas for improvement and implementation of cost-saving measures.
MR Truck Driver / Fence Installer
Aim Hire
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
Fire Technician
Altaire Servicing: Fire Protection Engineers
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Played key role in reducing false alarms through careful analysis and troubleshooting of faulty detection equipment.
- Improved emergency response times with regular testing and calibration of fire detection systems.
Leading Hand
SDC Builders Ltd
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Communicated effectively with clients to identify needs, gather feedback, and provide regular updates on project status.
- Minimized waste and reduced volume of packaging materials used to prepare shipments.
- Leveraged technical expertise to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and restore normal operations quickly.
MR Truck Driver / Fence Installer
Aim Hire
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Contributed to decrease in fleet accidents by strictly adhering to safety protocols and continuously updating knowledge on current industry best practices.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
Stock Controller
Ozmosis (Rip Curl Group)
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.
- Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
07.2009 - 05.2012
- Documented training and progress on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
- Designed and executed training programs for new and existing crew members to provide knowledge, skills and techniques in performing tasks.
- Identified skill gaps within the team and designed targeted training sessions to address them.
Education
Diploma - Health Science
Melbourne Institute of Business & Technology
03.2013
Fire Warden
Fire And Safety Australia
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
First Aid - CPR
Safety Corp
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
Open Cabling Registration
Holmesglen Institute
Southbank, VIC10.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Operations Management
- Union Relations
- Team Management
- People Management
- Field Operations
- Construction
- Customer Service
- Workforce Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Strategic Planning
- Safety Compliance
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Training and Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Client Relationship Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Quality Assurance
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Effective Communication
- Data Analysis
- Inventory Management
- Emergency Response Planning
- Decision Making
- Technical Proficiency in Fencing and Transport
- Regulatory Compliance
- Continuous Improvement
- Multi-tasking
- Leadership Development
- Team Building
- Strategic Thinking
- Resource Allocation
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Relationship Management
- Quantitative skills
- Project restructuring
- Customer Relations
- Delegation
- Budget Administration
- Compliance Management
- Team Training
- Analytical Thinking
- Forecasting
- Staff Supervision
- Cycle counting
Certification
- MR Truck Licence
- White Card
- Forklift License
- Fire Warden Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
References
- Brad Gormely, Aim Hire Regional Manager, bgormley@aimhire.com.au, 0431 194 987
- Janine Mahoney, Aim Hire HR, jmahoney@aimhire.com.au, 0422 173 217
Timeline
Operations Team Lead
Aim Hire
01.2022 - 01.2024
Operations Consultant / Team Leader
Aim Hire
03.2021 - 01.2022
MR Truck Driver / Fence Installer
Aim Hire
11.2018 - 03.2021
Fire Technician
Altaire Servicing: Fire Protection Engineers
09.2017 - 09.2018
Leading Hand
SDC Builders Ltd
02.2016 - 08.2017
MR Truck Driver / Fence Installer
Aim Hire
06.2014 - 08.2015
Stock Controller
Ozmosis (Rip Curl Group)
07.2012 - 06.2014
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
07.2009 - 05.2012
Diploma - Health Science
Melbourne Institute of Business & Technology
Fire Warden
Fire And Safety Australia
First Aid - CPR
Safety Corp
Open Cabling Registration
Holmesglen Institute
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