Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline

Leana Ru

Schofields,NSW

Summary

I enjoy working in a customer service environment adaptable indoors and outdoors.

I develop a variety of skills that demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, offering proven ability to quickly adapt in new surroundings.

I am eager to contribute to team success and further develop and acquire to continuous upskill.

I bring a positive attitude, willingness and commitment to always orientate and contribute towards company success.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Truck Driver

TOM RYAN CARTAGE LIMITED
02.2016 - 06.2023
    • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
    • Provided reliable transportation of goods over long distances by maintaining a clean driving record and adhering to company guidelines for rest breaks, hours of service, or other relevant factors within the industry.
    • Coordinated effectively with shippers, receivers, brokers, or other relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics handling during each trip.
    • Established strong relationships with clients by delivering exceptional service consistently throughout each interaction.
    • Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations by consistently updating knowledge on changes in legislation, policies, or guidelines affecting trucking operations.
    • Increased on-time deliveries by implementing efficient route planning and time management strategies.
    • Assisted with loading and unloading of cargo when necessary, using proper equipment and techniques to maintain safety standards at all times.
    • Relief Dispatch Supervisor oversee and coordinate the operations of a team of 8 drivers. Ensuring smooth and efficient communication ensuring freight is loaded onto vehicles for transportation.
    • General administration with timesheets, managing incoming calls / emails from both internal and eternal clients professionally and promptly.
    • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures.
    • Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
    • Driven Manual Transmission and Roadranger gear box

Business Solutions Specialist

SPARK NZ
07.2002 - 03.2015

Retention Residential, Small Business and Medium Enterprise

  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Handled high volume of inbound calls per shift to offer callers product and service information and to offer any solutions based on their circumstances.
  • Level 1-3 Helpdesk assistance to assist with new connections of products and services, faults. Utilized basic troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and resolve customer inquiries.
  • Made outbound follow-ups to potential and existing customers by telephone and email. Followed-up on leads produced by outbound marketing campaigns based on established criteria.
  • Contacted customers after sales process to drive ongoing customer satisfaction and resolve issues and complaints.
  • Retail frontline face-to-face interaction and meeting with clients internally and externally
  • Streamlined contract renewal processes to enhance customer retention rates.
  • Worked cross-functionally with other departments at no notice to assist with pandemic issues countrywide.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines, protecting customer privacy and sensitive data at all times.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to continuously refine sales techniques and improve performance metrics.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to drive sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Aligned company goals with customer outcomes and increased satisfaction by automating contact management systems.

Education

NZQA LEVEL 3 - CERTIFICATE IN TRANSPORT

AMS GROUP, MANUKAU, NEW ZEALAND
12-2015

Completed Certification


  • Logbook requirements
  • Transport of Dangerous Goods
  • Workplace hazard identification
  • Heavy motor vehicle dynamics
  • Forklift OSH F endorsement
  • Rollers, Wheels & Tracks (RWT)
  • Risk reduction techniques while driving
  • Class 2 Licence upto 18,000 kgs
  • Class 4 Licence from 18,000 kgs


NZQA LEVEL 2 And 3 - Business Administration And Management

TRICIA'S ACADEMY OF LEARNING, HENDERSON, AUCKLAND
05-1996

Completed Certification


OFFICE MANAGEMENT

- Managing the day-to-day Administration

- Scheduling meetings and appointments

- Managing calenders and diaries

- Booking conferences rooms and facilities

- Coordinating travel arrangements

- Maintaining office supplies and inventory

COMMUNICATION AND COORDINATION

- Preparing and distributing emails, memos, presentations

- Taking meeting minutes and action item follow up

- Managing customer inquiries and providing customer service
ADMINISTRATION

- Processing expense reports and tracking receipts

- Basic accounting tasks

- Assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes

- Managing document filing and records keeping

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

- Analyzing and identifying operational inefficiencies

- Contributing to business planning and budgeting

- implementing new procedures and systems to assist

  • Pitmans Typing
  • Microsoft office suite


Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Fluent in writing and reading English
  • Hard worker, reliable and honest
  • Team Player
  • Flexible at a moment's notice

Interests

  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Hiking
  • Creative art making
  • Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Mindfulness Practices

Timeline

Commercial Truck Driver - TOM RYAN CARTAGE LIMITED
02.2016 - 06.2023
Business Solutions Specialist - SPARK NZ
07.2002 - 03.2015
AMS GROUP - NZQA LEVEL 3 , CERTIFICATE IN TRANSPORT
TRICIA'S ACADEMY OF LEARNING - NZQA LEVEL 2 And 3, Business Administration And Management
Leana Ru