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Michelle Elliott-MacKinnon

Karana Downs,QLD

Summary

Encouraging manager/coordinator and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading, and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Coordinator

Gymnastics QLD
07.2023 - Current
  • Liaise with Statewide Clubs & Coaches
  • Education Calendar Management
  • Day to day duties of Education Coordinator
  • Manage LMS & GOL system profiles and courses
  • Monitored expenditures to remain within budgets and improve forecasting accuracy.
  • Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
  • Provided ongoing support for Coaches & Clubs through regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities tailored to their unique needs.
  • Increased program enrollment, reaching out to potential Coaches through various marketing channels.
  • Liaising with Presenters and the organisation of all travel requirements.
  • Reports & Spreadsheet collection.

Venue Manager

Ferny Hills Aquatic Centre
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Financial Year Budgeting across all Departments of Venue
  • Employee Cross training to maximize performance
  • Mentoring & Leadership of 44 staff
  • F.I.A payroll approval
  • Problem Solving Complaints & Issues
  • Monthly KPI target achievement
  • Forward FY planning & expansion of Venue
  • Community Engagement & Events Management
  • RLSSA WH&S Safety
  • Council Relations and Contract Liaison

Centre Manager

YMCA Stafford
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Y Brisbane 'Leadership Award' Recipient 2022
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees
  • Raised performance in areas of sales, management, and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement
  • Directed staff and managed annual capital budget
  • Mentoring and leadership of 19 staff members
  • Monthly KPI targets
  • Community involvement Open Days
  • WH&S & Child Safety Risk Management
  • Multi Centre Management
  • Increasing KPI participation by 25-30%
  • Training & Mentoring of new managers with systems and procedures

Senior Assistant

YMCA Stafford
10.2018 - 09.2020
  • Responsible for all Staff and effective running of Reception
  • Customer Service - Inquires / complaints / communication
  • Finance / Cash handling / Accounts
  • Management of Computer Systems

Development Leader

YMCA Stafford
10.2018 - 09.2020
  • Guiding and Developing coaches' skills
  • Rostering / Timetable Management
  • Supporting Staff and Management in effective Programs
  • Education & Mentoring of all staff

Education

Coaching - Advance Coach

Gymnastics Australia
10.2024

Short Courses - Frontline Leader & Leadership

AIM
01.2020

Diploma - Child Care

QLD Tafe
01.2000

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Blue Card
  • Performance Tracking & Evaluation
  • Scheduling & Coordinating
  • Issue & Conflict Resolution
  • Administration & Reporting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Employee Coaching & Mentoring
  • Budgeting & Resource Management

Timeline

Education Coordinator

Gymnastics QLD
07.2023 - Current

Venue Manager

Ferny Hills Aquatic Centre
02.2023 - 04.2024

Centre Manager

YMCA Stafford
09.2020 - 01.2023

Senior Assistant

YMCA Stafford
10.2018 - 09.2020

Development Leader

YMCA Stafford
10.2018 - 09.2020

Short Courses - Frontline Leader & Leadership

AIM

Diploma - Child Care

QLD Tafe

Coaching - Advance Coach

Gymnastics Australia
Michelle Elliott-MacKinnon