Richard Wright
Australind,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Anderson Fencing & Earthworks
Dunedin
08.2021 - 12.2025
- Managed daily operations for fencing and earthworks projects to ensure efficiency.
- Coordinated staff scheduling and material procurement for timely project delivery.
- Collaborated with clients, contractors, and suppliers to evaluate needs and provide solutions.
- Oversaw machinery utilization, health and safety compliance, and site planning activities.
- Handled quoting, tenders, budgeting, and overall business operations effectively.
Service Manager
R&D European
Dunedin
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed service department operations for European vehicle repairs.
- Supervised workshop staff and organized daily workflow.
- Handled bookings, customer enquiries, quotes, and follow-ups.
- Oversaw parts ordering, stock levels, and supplier relationships.
Car Salesman / Service Advisor
Armstrong Prestige
Dunedin
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Supported customers through vehicle sales, trade-ins, and finance options.
- Handled service bookings and liaised with workshop staff.
- Managed customer enquiries, follow-ups, and general administration.
Sales & Customer Service Representative / Store Person
Asmuss South Island
Dunedin
11.2006 - 12.2015
- Worked directly with customers on sales, quotes, and orders.
- Processed invoices and managed pricing/product lists.
- Oversaw stores, supervised staff, and handled stock and logistics.
- Operated forklift and overhead crane, loaded/unloaded trucks.
- Managed pickups, deliveries, and trucking coordination.
Sales/Customer Service/Store Person
Creekside Tile Company Ltd
Canada
02.2011 - 10.2011
- Provided sales and customer support.
- Handled cash, pickups, deliveries, and order picking.
- Managed inwards/outwards goods and resolved delivery issues.
Temp Worker
Select Recruitment
Dunedin
05.2006 - 11.2006
- Completed labouring roles including poultry farm work, furniture removal, concrete cutting, and bakery packing.
- Worked as a courier driver, completing jobs unsupervised.
Contractor
Murray Hagan Contracting
Dunedin
02.2005 - 05.2006
- Gorse spraying and general contracting work.
- Worked as a two‑man team across multiple assigned areas.
Entrée Chef
The Hungry Frenchman
Dunedin
01.2004 - 02.2005
- Prepared entrée dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Maintained hygiene standards, completed prep and kitchen hand duties.
Education
Certificate - Professional Cookery Level 4, Cookery Level 3
Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin01.2004
School Certificate - Maths, English, Science, History, Economics
John McGlashan College
Dunedin, NZ01.2002
Sixth Form - Maths, English, Chemistry, History, Computing
John McGlashan College
Dunedin, NZ01.2002
Skills
- Operations and team management
- Customer service and communication
- Sales advisory and support
- Inventory control
- Goods handling
- Machinery operation
- Project coordination
- Job scheduling
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Computer proficiency
- Email management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Business software expertise
- Full car licence
- Customer service
Training
- Vehicle License, Class 1,2,4
- OSH Forklift, A B Equipment, 2014
- Defensive Driving Course, NZTA, 2005
- First Aid Certificate, Red Cross, 2003
References
- Trent Anderson, Owner / Director, Anderson Fencing & Earthworks Ltd, 027 333 1744, trent@andersonfencing.co.nz
- Ryan Wallace, Owner / Director, R&D European, 021 264 7561, admin@rdeuropean.com
Timeline
Operations Manager
Anderson Fencing & Earthworks
08.2021 - 12.2025
Service Manager
R&D European
06.2019 - 08.2021
Car Salesman / Service Advisor
Armstrong Prestige
11.2015 - 06.2019
Sales/Customer Service/Store Person
Creekside Tile Company Ltd
02.2011 - 10.2011
Sales & Customer Service Representative / Store Person
Asmuss South Island
11.2006 - 12.2015
Temp Worker
Select Recruitment
05.2006 - 11.2006
Contractor
Murray Hagan Contracting
02.2005 - 05.2006
Entrée Chef
The Hungry Frenchman
01.2004 - 02.2005
Certificate - Professional Cookery Level 4, Cookery Level 3
Otago Polytechnic
School Certificate - Maths, English, Science, History, Economics
John McGlashan College
Sixth Form - Maths, English, Chemistry, History, Computing
John McGlashan College