Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Office/Operations Mananger
Hoodlum Engineering Pty
08.2015 - Current
Bookkeeping to Trial Balance
Maintenance of Office and Factory
Scheduling of works
Rostering of staff
Liaise with clients and external parties within the City of Melbourne and Commercial Clients regarding projects.
Job costing
Updating job files
Reconciliation of progress claims for current works
Invoicing and formatting of progress claims for clients
Site Supervision
Administrator / PA to Infrastructure Divisional Manager
Citywide Service Solutions
12.2007 - 05.2014
Administration Support Responsibilities
Support Divisional Manger with day to day operations and diary management.
Provide a high level of confidentiality and support.
Compile and collate agendas for various meetings.
Prepare papers and compile appropriate materials for meetings.
Write and distribute minutes from meetings.
Liaise with external companies to organising events and meetings.
Manage Travel and Accommodation needs of company staff.
Provide ongoing administration support to Business Unit Managers and staff.
Liaise with staff to monitor and action any urgent requests.
Assistant and support with any Projects within the Infrastructure Division and Head Office
Financial & Budgeting Responsibilities
Reconciling of all business expenses each month.
Oversee debt collection for the Infrastructure Division.
Processing of credit notes with relevant backing documents for auditing process.
Cash receipting and reconciling of debtor accounts.
Coordinate all administration processes including; invoicing, raising and receipting of purchase orders, monitoring Business Units budgets, return of purchase orders balances
Collate and format financial reports for Divisional Manager.
Staff Management Responsibilities
Ensured all sub-contractors onsite were inducted, all insurance and public liability documents were current.
Sourcing and purchasing of any equipment or new office furniture for the redevelopment.
Liaise with external contractors and Architects on plans for projects.
Induct and train new staff.
Administration/Accounts - Environmental Division
09.2006 - 12.2007
Liaise with clients and external parties within the City of Melbourne regarding Waste Management.
Support the office with any administration ad hoc requests and requirements.
Manage various complaints from residents in a timely and professional manner.
Process payment and enter all invoices and purchase orders
Reconciling of debtors and creditors
Administrator/Payroll/PA
Strategic Security Management
02.2005 - 09.2006
Managed all administration within the office; invoicing, papers for meetings, travel, data management, debt collection and reconciliation of accounts.
Support the Directors in managing diaries and day to day office duties.
Liaising with internal & external parties for meeting and events.
Arranged the 24/7 Security roster around various organisations for Melbourne.
Assist with day to day operational requirements.
Process the payroll on a fortnightly basis for over 90 employees.
Monitor and action all end of month accounts.
Projects Officer/ PA to General Manager
Epping Timber Joinery & Hardware Co. Pty Ltd
09.2002 - 11.2004
OH&S Manager representative for the Company, attending meetings and workshops
Writing and implementation of policies and company procedures
Informing all employees of changes made to workplace policies
Investigating and reporting on any workplace incidents
Co-ordination of all aspects of Work Cover throughout the workplace
Liaise with insurers, rehabilitation providers and medical practitioners
Co-ordinate and action the return to work plan
Monthly reporting on all Work Cover claims on and off site
Purchasing of safety equipment and uniforms
Induction of all new employees using various word programs to support staff training
Human Resources representative
Key laision with internal and external sales force, discussing and actioning sales figures, budgets and gross profit each fortnight
The primary contact for all training programs
Proactively support and assist Timber Manager
Organisation of travel for various managers
Organising all functions, liaising with external customers and guests
Accounts/Administration Department
08.1998 - 09.2002
Processing of payroll for 25 staff
Responsible for control of accounts receivable, payable, debt collection and reconciliation of accounts.
Training new employee to department and overseeing receptionist and account clerk.
Payment of work Cover claims.
Daily till reconciliation, banking, cheques and EFT transactions.
Conduct credit checks and liaise with suppliers for all new trade accounts.
Purchasing all office supplies and sundry items.
Coordinate the upgrading of new service pack to computer network system.
Account Manager
Harcor Security Seals Pty Ltd
12.1994 - 08.1998
Managing major corporate accounts.
Sourcing of new clients within Victoria and Tasmania.
Quoting and tendering of contracts for government departments and multinational companies.
Organised and manned trade shows to promote new security related products.
Presentations to potential clients.
Sales Co-ordinator
08.1991 - 12.1994
Solely responsible for sales orders, customer service and enquiries for Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania.
Responsible for control of accounts receivable, reporting monthly to head office.
Controller of all incoming stock for Victoria.
Proactively and efficiently support the sales team and the southern regional manager.
Prepare all documentation for sales quotes and contracts.
Education
Year 11 – Lakeside High School -
OH&S For Representatives -
01.2011
Office 2007 – New Features -
01.2010
OH&S for Supervisors and Managers -
01.2003
Certificate lll In Tourism -
01.2001
Bookkeeping to Trial Balance -
01.1999
Professional Selling & Negotiating Skills -
01.1994
Skills
Organizational Leadership
Office Administration
Staff Training
Document Management
Professional Development
Microsoft Applications
Internet Explorer (Outlook)
Great Plains
Pay Global
Asset Master
MYOB
Quickbooks
Attache Payroll
Unix Systems - Pro Stix
Attributes
Self-motivated, with strong initiative to improve processes
Committed to achieving results and working towards ways to improve
Well-developed organisational and interpersonal skills
Quick to gain new skills and a very strong desire to learn
Solid commitment to my role, employer and results
Ability to work effectively as part of a team or alone
Enjoy the prospect of learning new skills with loyalty, dedication and integrity
Timeline
Office/Operations Mananger
Hoodlum Engineering Pty
08.2015 - Current
Administrator / PA to Infrastructure Divisional Manager
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Human Resource Officer - Construction Industry at UNIK Construction Engineering (Pty) LtdHuman Resource Officer - Construction Industry at UNIK Construction Engineering (Pty) Ltd