Murray Cruickshank
Mildura,VIC
Summary
Dynamic team leader with a proven track record at Tronox Mining, excelling in team motivation and performance improvement. Skilled in risk management and fostering collaboration, I enhanced productivity and reduced turnover through effective coaching and mentoring, creating a cohesive and high-performing team environment. Committed to safety and quality assurance in all operations.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lesder
Tronox Mining
11.2010 - 11.2024
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Fostered positive work environment, resulting in decreased employee turnover and increased team cohesion.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Team Member
Cable Sands Mining
01.2005 - 11.2010
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Provided exceptional support to colleagues by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering teamwork.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak periods via effective time management techniques such as delegation and task prioritization.
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies and procedures while sustaining high-quality work standards under pressure.
- Supported new staff through comprehensive onboarding process, ensuring smooth transition into their roles.
- Fostered positive work environment, leading by example and offering support to team members as needed.
Team Leader Mowing Crew
Busselton Shire
01.1985 - 01.2004
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, consistently delivering aesthetically pleasing results in line with client expectations.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Assisted with the training of new crew members, ensuring they quickly became productive members of the team.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Consistently met performance metrics established by management for quality of work, productivity, and timeliness.
- Reduced customer complaints by maintaining a consistent schedule for lawn care services.
- Proactively identified potential issues such as pests or diseases affecting lawns, recommending appropriate treatment plans.
- Enhanced lawn appearance by performing precise mowing and trimming tasks.
- Implemented sustainable practices in lawn care, reducing environmental impact while still achieving desired results for clients.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions, adjusting schedules as needed to minimize delays while ensuring optimal lawn health.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
- Collaborated with crew members to provide exceptional groundskeeping services for residential and commercial properties.
- Promoted safe work environment by following safety guidelines during all tasks.
- Improved team efficiency with proper maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Contributed to company growth through positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.
- Utilized industry best practices in mowing patterns and techniques, producing visually appealing landscapes that contributed to overall property value.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization on job sites, minimizing disruptions to clients'' daily routines.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Education
No Degree - Cert 2 in Metalliferous Mining Operations
Catipilla Institute WA
Western Australia01-2006
No Degree - Leaving Certificate
Busselton Senior High School
Busselton, WA12-1980
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- People management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance improvement
- Complex Problem-solving
- Overseeing daily activities
- Quality improvement
- Safety
- Safety processes and procedures
- Team building
- Giving constructive feedback
- Verbal and written communication
- Risk management
- Leadership
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Quality assurance
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork
Timeline
Team Lesder
Tronox Mining
11.2010 - 11.2024
Team Member
Cable Sands Mining
01.2005 - 11.2010
Team Leader Mowing Crew
Busselton Shire
01.1985 - 01.2004
No Degree - Cert 2 in Metalliferous Mining Operations
Catipilla Institute WA
No Degree - Leaving Certificate
Busselton Senior High School
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