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Mark Gladwell

Cairns,QLD

Summary

Accomplished Supervisor with a proven track record at Big Boyz Binz, enhancing team efficiency and customer satisfaction through expert leadership and problem-solving skills. Skilled in safe driving practices and team development, consistently drive product and service improvements, achieving significant operational excellence without exceeding a numerical percentage. Dependable and goal-oriented, excel in fast-paced environments, prioritising safety and quality.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Operations

Big Boyz Binz
02.2009 - Current
  • Managed approximately 50 incoming calls and emails per day from customers
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, offering constructive feedback designed to promote growth within their roles.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent attention to detail and effective communication skills.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Reconciled daily summaries of transactions to balance cash drawers and maintain accurate account of assigned banks.
  • Performed routine inspections of work areas, promptly addressing any issues or hazards that arose during daily operations.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.

Supervisor of Transport Division / HC Driver

Hedley Project Services
01.1997 - 02.2009
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Co-ordination, allocation and transportation of heavy machinery to job sites and interstate including: Cranes, Trucks, EWP, knuckle booms, Backhoes, excavators, roller, shipping containers etc.
  • Loading and unloading heavy machinery to transport to job sites and interstate.
  • Ensure all OH&S policies and procedures concerning the load restraint are met to the highest standards.
  • Vast experience in the use of Overhead gantry, forklift, Truck mounted Hiab.
  • Clean driving record interstate as well as local. Adhering to log book regulations.
  • Extended knowledge in the use of dropdeck and extendable trailers.
  • Verify adherence to regulations among transport staff and contractors.
  • Complete necessary OH&S paperwork
  • Risk assessments
  • Incident reports
  • Job safety analysis

Exploration Drillers Assistant/Heavy Truck Driver

Grimwood Davies Exploration Drillers
03.1996 - 01.1997
  • Site specific navigation to coordinates for drill holes at varying degrees and depths
  • Adhere to strict OH&S practices
  • Compliance and use with all PPE
  • Radio communication (for position identification while blasting is in progress)
  • Participated in regular OH&S training as required by the mine site.
  • Mixed chemicals in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets
  • Stock control of chemicals
  • Carried out pre start checks on all machinery
  • Inspect sites for Hazards prior to start up
  • Carried out general field operations
  • The supply of correct lengths or drill rods
  • Cleaned and greased drill rod threads ready for use
  • Monitor the supply of drill bits, cores lifter, consumables etc.
  • Inform driller of any shortages
  • Operation of high pressure equipment including, Air pumps, water pumps, and the removal of waste
  • Maintained all vehicles ion a clean and tidy condition inside and out
  • Carried out basic maintenance on equipment as required
  • Taking product samples to specific guidelines
  • Operate in a remote location camp environment for weeks at a time
  • Operate heavy vehicles in rugged terrain ( sandy and muddy environment)

Assistant Manager Taxi Driver

Black and White Taxis
04.1993 - 03.1996
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Handled upkeep for taxi, added fuels, cleaned exterior, and sprayed out interior.
  • Navigated difficult driving conditions safely, prioritizing passenger well-being at all times.
  • Improved passenger satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during taxi rides.
  • Maintaining and overseeing the smooth running of 12 vehicles, with full managerial control during managers absence

Education

High School Diploma -

Gymea High
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Team development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff management
  • Goal oriented
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • HC License
  • PWC/ Boat licence
  • Open Motorbike Licence
  • A, B & H Firearm Licence

Interests

  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Volunteering with youth sports programs as a Coach for Jr Soccer
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Active member at Cairns Target shooting club, regularly competing in pistol competitions
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Woodworking

Timeline

Supervisor of Operations

Big Boyz Binz
02.2009 - Current

Supervisor of Transport Division / HC Driver

Hedley Project Services
01.1997 - 02.2009

Exploration Drillers Assistant/Heavy Truck Driver

Grimwood Davies Exploration Drillers
03.1996 - 01.1997

Assistant Manager Taxi Driver

Black and White Taxis
04.1993 - 03.1996

High School Diploma -

Gymea High
Mark Gladwell