Dynamic Manager with a proven track record at Viva Energy Australia, excelling in conflict resolution and stakeholder management. Successfully improved safety procedures and enhanced team performance through effective mentoring. Skilled in financial management, I consistently controlled budgets to maximize profitability while fostering strong customer relationships.
Multi-tasking Manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrated customer service expertise, including competitive offerings, pricing, and market positioning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Viva Energy Australia
09.2019 - 11.2025
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Successfully managed various sites around the State with KPIs to match.
Managing Director
Mr Boots
04.2012 - 05.2019
Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Finance & Accounts Manager
Martell Engineering Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 11.2012
Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
Complied with established internal controls and policies.