Thomas Tipping
PORT MACQUARIE,New South Wales
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Manager
Autobarn
09.2014 - Current
- Travelled for the company to train other business managers.
- Touring/Electrical fitter from 2018-current.
- High motivation and drive for understanding P&L's,EBIT,KPI's.
- Travelled NSW to assist in store refurbishments and stocktakes.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Headed the hiring process and training of new employees.
- Executed business plans to further strengthen and maximize territory sales and profits.
- Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.
Laborer
Port Poly Glaze
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Machine sanding kitchens and wood bench tops prior to priming and painting.
- Final inspection and polishing prior to client pick up or delivery.
Paint Shop Laborer
Hastings Auto Paint Supplies
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Reduced paint waste through proper mixing techniques and accurate measurements.
- Adapted quickly to new equipment or technology implementations within the paint shop environment.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate tracking of paint products, supplies, and equipment usage.
- Promt delivery of customer's products to on-sight or to a workshop with high safety standards.
- Mixing of automotive,marine and industrial types of paint.
Sales Assistant
Supercheap Auto
11.2011 - 09.2014
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering detailed product knowledge and comparisons.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Met and exceeded sales targets consistently, contributing to overall team success.
Education
Certificate II - Structural Engineering/fabrication
Kempsey Tafe Campus
Kempsey, NSWHigh School Certificate -
Wauchope High School
Wauchope, NSWSkills
- Excellent communication
- Mechanically minded
- Auto electrical minded
- Financial management
- Customer service
- Project management
- Employee management
- Sales and marketing
- Employee motivation
- Staff training
Certification
Certificate II in structural engineering/fabrication
Nsw driver's license
Oh&s white card
Yr10 High school certificate
Affiliations
Shaun Mejlak-Mejlak Installations
Luke Davies-Autobarn District Manager
Dave Hourigan-Haps Trade Supplies
Interests
4wding
Motorbikes
Performance cars
Mechanical/Electrical
Timeline
Laborer
Port Poly Glaze
01.2017 - 11.2018
Business Manager
Autobarn
09.2014 - Current
Paint Shop Laborer
Hastings Auto Paint Supplies
02.2014 - 05.2017
Sales Assistant
Supercheap Auto
11.2011 - 09.2014
Certificate II - Structural Engineering/fabrication
Kempsey Tafe Campus
High School Certificate -
Wauchope High School