Operations manager with more than 15 years of diverse experience in the remote sector of the Mining Facility Management and Hospitality industry. Dedicated to continuous process improvement and delivery on key performance indicators. Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts, lead high performing teams, and solve complex operational problems.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Manager
Discovery Parks Australia
Darwin, NT
01.2022 - Current
Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for employees and guests.
Implemented policies and procedures, and WHS, to new acquisitions.
Ensured the park grounds were clean and well maintained by supervising staff and contractors.
Scheduled routine inspections of all facilities to identify any potential hazards or repairs needed.
Created detailed reports on budgeting, staffing needs, maintenance requirements.
Addressed issues related to visitor complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Managed financial operations including revenue collection from fees and admissions and tracking expenses associated with operating the park.
Store Manager
ALPA
Darwin, NT
01.2021 - 11.2021
Working in remote communities to run community stores providing jobs and training for a sustainable business reducing the need for welfare dependency. Working closely with indigenous families in remote locations.
Village Manager
AIC
, WA
01.2020 - 12.2020
Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste.
Prepared quotes for new products and services and composed budgets.
Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
Village Manager
GLENDEN - Blackdown Accommodation Services
Glenden, QLD
01.2019 - 12.2019
Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams as needed
Ensured compliance with safe operating practices and checked that operations were carried out with best practices
Ensured projects were completed according to approved time, quality and cost estimates
Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites
Project / Site Manager
Compass Group ESS Remote
Various Sites, WA and QLD
01.2007 - 12.2018
Managed client relationships and contractual requirements for the operation of services and maintenance facilities in remote mining camps and vessels
Built and maintained effective business relationships
Mentored and built high-performing teams of casual and permanent staff
Monitored quality customer service practices
Identified and created new business opportunities
Developed, implemented, and monitored retail sales and marketing strategies
Controlled the cost of goods, including food and supplies, ensuring compliance with the budget, utilising the Compass systems to maintain efficient operations
Established and maintained a safe and secure workplace
Ensured contract compliance and service delivery standards for 100 - 10,000 man camps
Established a culture of safety and maintained long-standing incident and injury free record, identifying and addressing safety concerns and issues
Mobilisation and demobilisation of camps and vessels
Assigned Sites/Vessels:
Eureka, Eramurra, Gorgon Project, Barrow Island, Europa Cruise Ship, CCAU, Onslow Aerodome, Onslow Service Stations - Cafe, Mechanics, Koolyanobbing, Windarling, Mt. Richardson, Nifty, Eneabba, Golden Grove, Murrin Murrin, Lake Eaton, Kambalda, Southern Cross, Tropicana
Manager
Prestige Property Management
Perth, WA
06.2006 - 04.2007
Administrator / Teaching Aide
Australian International School
Sharjah, UAE
08.2005 - 06.2006
Skills
Budget Optimization
Contract Retention
Strategic Revenue Optimization
Contract Compliance
Accommodations System Management
Health Safety Management
Exceptional Customer Service
Collaborative Leadership
Accounts Payable / Receivable
Senior First Aid / CPR
Small Business Management
FSANZ
Additional Information
Small Business Management
RSA, able to complete Approved Manager
Strong knowledge of Food Safety for Supervisors (HCCP)