Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance. Accomplished Telecommunications professional skilled in coordinating systems upgrades, software and hardware installations and process improvements. Demonstrated success in collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project completion. Personable and focused with 30+ years of industry experience.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Adminstration Manager
Sydney Children's Hospital Network
WESTMEAD, NSW
10.2018 - Current
Engaged as project Officer for Pharmacy Redevelopment.
Developed and Implemented business processes to streamline daily operations and increase efficiency and ensure efficient workflow.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Provided administrative support to executive management team.
Oversaw daily operations of the business administration department.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to business administration activities especially in compliance with access and storage of patient records
Managed relationships with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders to ensure optimal service levels.
Reviewed invoices from vendors for accuracy before processing payments.
Analyzed data to identify trends in order to make recommendations on process improvements.
Created detailed reports on key performance indicators.
Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and vacation time requests through Health Roster
Developed effective systems for tracking customer orders and ensuring timely delivery.
Monitored inventory levels of office supplies and equipment to ensure adequate stock is available at all times.
Implemented processes for streamlining accounts payable and receivable functions.
Worked closely with IT personnel to develop automated solutions that would improve efficiency throughout the organization.- Pharmacy Ordering Portal
Handled confidential information in a secure manner according to established protocols.
Fostered client and vendor relationship building through consistent and effective communication.
Maintained work safety and followed established operating procedures and practices.
Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance and growth opportunities.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Facilitated the Children's Hospital Drug Committee and provide secretariat support through collaboration sites, documentation management distributions of correspondence and outcomes
Telecommunications Strategy Manager
Health Support services
Sydney, NSW
10.2005 - 05.2013
Strategic planning ,Transformation and direction of NSW Health for future telecommunications in conjunction with Strategic IM&T plans for NSW Health.
Analyzed market trends to identify areas of opportunity.
Collaborated with senior management to create new strategies and initiatives.
Conducted competitive analysis to assess industry landscape.
Identified key performance indicators and tracked progress against goals.
Developed detailed project plans to ensure successful execution of strategy initiatives.
Created and maintained relationships with external stakeholders such as vendors, suppliers and customers.
Provided leadership in the development of long-term objectives and short-term goals.
Facilitated workshops with cross-functional teams to define success criteria for projects.
Managed budgets and resources associated with strategic initiatives.
Monitored financial performance of strategic plans and made adjustments as needed.
Drafted presentations on strategies, results, and recommendations for executives.
Worked closely with department heads to ensure alignment between strategy and operations.
Established metrics for tracking effectiveness of tactics related to strategies.
Coordinated internal communication efforts around strategy changes or updates.
Led team meetings to review progress on current initiatives and brainstorm ideas for future ones.
Assessed customer feedback data to inform product and service enhancements or modifications.
Recommended improvements in organizational structure based on changing needs.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Telecommunications Manager
Sydney West LHD
Liverpool
03.1994 - 10.2005
Developed and implemented strategies for the optimization of telecom resources.
Managed telecommunications systems, including VoIP, PBX, SIP trunking and other related technologies.
Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices in the design and implementation of telecommunication services.
Provided technical support to users regarding telecom equipment, software and applications.
Performed troubleshooting activities to identify and resolve telecom issues quickly and efficiently.
Monitored performance of telecom systems to ensure optimal service levels are maintained.
Analyzed customer requirements to determine appropriate solutions for their needs.
Conducted research on emerging technologies in order to improve existing systems or recommend new ones.
Collaborated with vendors to select cost-effective products that meet customer specifications.
Created comprehensive documentation for all telecom processes and procedures.
Implemented security policies to protect critical data from unauthorized access.
Maintained inventory records of all telecom hardware components.
Coordinated with internal teams for installation of new communication infrastructure.
Evaluated vendor proposals for telecom services against company objectives.
Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favorable pricing structures.
Developed training materials for end users on proper use of telephone systems.
Generated monthly reports outlining key performance metrics related to telecommunications operations.
Identified areas requiring improvement within current telecom environment.
Assisted with budget preparation by providing accurate estimates on future costs associated with projects.
Oversaw and motivated group of eight technical personnel by implementing effective training plans and employee incentives.
Worked overtime to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
Evaluated client telecommunications needs and recommended targeted solutions.
Developed telecommunications disaster recovery plans to mitigate downtime.
Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications.
Monitored and replenished telecommunications equipment inventory for facilities and networks.
Performed regular tests on systems to keep components functional.
Supported end-users with network and device troubleshooting and diagnosis.
Assisted in designing and administering projects for Hospital redevelopment programs within LHD
Various
Telstra
Sydney, NSW
1973 - 04.1994
Customer Training Consultant on all Telecommunications products and services
Service Delivery Manager
Solutions Consultant
Contracted Telecommunications Manager For Centrelink Australia, Dept of Administrative services, Dept of Veteran Affairs and Australian Taxation Office