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Nicolaus Cooney

Glen Iris,VIC

Summary


Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager - Risk & Continuous Improvement

Secon Freight Logistics ( Silk Holdings )
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Developed a Continuous Improvement reporting dashboard, enabling real-time visibility on improvement initiatives and ROI tracking.
  • Established and chaired a Safety Committee, improving site safety engagement and reducing incident frequency through proactive worker involvement.
  • Initiated and led a Risk Mitigation Committee focused on identifying high-risk activities and implementing controls, resulting in measurable risk reduction.
  • Managed new operational setups in multiple states, coordinating resources, processes, and compliance to ensure successful go-live.

Transport & Terminal Manager - ( Specialized )

Qube Logistics
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Full accountability for P&L performance across transport and terminal operations, ensuring cost control and margin protection.
  • Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions.
  • Championed a strong safety culture, reducing incidents through toolbox talks, driver coaching, and site safety audits.
  • Implemented KPI dashboards to monitor productivity, turnaround times, and cost-to-serve, driving data-informed decision-making.
  • Built strong relationships with key customers as an Account Manager.
  • Fostered a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations, coaching team leaders, and recognising top performers—resulting in improved staff engagement and operational outcomes.
  • Designed and implemented end-to-end supply chain solutions tailored to customer needs, improving efficiency, reducing lead times, and enhancing service reliability.

National Transport Manager

Kawasaki Kiser Kaisha ( K-Line )
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effective transportation solutions.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for improving service delivery.
  • Monitored key performance indicators, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Coordinated with external partners such as carriers, vendors, customs brokers, and warehouse personnel to ensure seamless end-to-end logistics management.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize transport costs.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.

Transport Planner & Supervisor ( VIC )

ACFS Port Logistics
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Developed transport models to optimize network efficiency and reduce operational costs.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to assess transportation needs and recommend solutions.
  • Developed innovative approaches to address complex transport challenges, incorporating cutting-edge technology and best practices into solutions.
  • Improved transportation efficiency by analyzing and optimizing route plans for various modes of transport.
  • Reduced costs for clients with strategic planning and thorough analysis of transportation options.

Operations Supervisor

Qube Logistics
12.2015 - 01.2020
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Optimized resource allocation through data-driven decision-making.
  • Coordinated with departments to ensure seamless workflow integration.
  • Analyzed operational metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Established standard operating procedures increasing productivity and consistency.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.

Education

Bachelor - Leadership Management

Leadership Management Australia
Melbourne
04-2024

Certificate IV - Advanced Microsoft Excel

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
07-2023

Certificate III - Intermediat - Microsoft Excel

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
04-2023

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College
Melbourne
12-2015

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Performance management
  • Business administration
  • Budget control
  • Financial management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Manager - Risk & Continuous Improvement

Secon Freight Logistics ( Silk Holdings )
07.2024 - Current

Transport & Terminal Manager - ( Specialized )

Qube Logistics
09.2021 - 07.2024

National Transport Manager

Kawasaki Kiser Kaisha ( K-Line )
03.2021 - 09.2021

Transport Planner & Supervisor ( VIC )

ACFS Port Logistics
01.2020 - 03.2021

Operations Supervisor

Qube Logistics
12.2015 - 01.2020

Bachelor - Leadership Management

Leadership Management Australia

Certificate IV - Advanced Microsoft Excel

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

Certificate III - Intermediat - Microsoft Excel

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College

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