Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Trevor Chivers

CAROOL,NSW

Summary

Years of involvement in the Joinery type of businesses including several stints overseas. Along with the development of 3D Cad based and other software solutions has given me a fantastic tool set, to analyse the best and most needed solutions for the business.


Having been in the positions of

Business Owner, Business Developer, Operations Manager, Systems Analyst, Cad and Machine Integration, Estimation,


I am an encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

A background in software development has lead to many bespoke solutions being developed for many business.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Managers

M2Joinery
01.2020 - 05.2023
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.

Partner

Advanced Commecial Joinery
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Stayed informed on industry developments and market trends to gain competitive advantage.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
  • Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance partner relations.
  • Evaluated productivity and quality of service and made recommendations for improvement to reach firm's short-term and long-term goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with partners to give equitable terms to all parties.
  • Streamlined internal processes, fostering improved efficiency and productivity within the firm.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and legislative changes impacting clients'' businesses or industries.
  • Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Implemented new inventory management system to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Production Executive

Select Joinery
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Met regularly with production team and managers to analyze problems and plan cost-effective and high-quality product delivery.
  • Directed team of 20 employees focused on producing bespoke range of items.
  • Developed new ways of manufacturing and improved existing manufacturing processes.
  • Wrote standard operating procedures and adjusted policies to meet changing demands.
  • Managed daily production schedules to optimize output while maintaining quality standards.
  • Initiated cost-saving measures in procurement strategies, improving bottom-line profitability without compromising quality.
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.

Drafting Estimation Manager

INTONE Joinery
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Education

Cabinet Making

Balcatta Tafe
Perth, WA

High School Diploma -

Balcatta Senior High School
Balcatta, WA
12.1976

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Business Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Production
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Staff Training
  • MS Office
  • Product Management
  • Planning and Implementation
  • Operation System Software
  • Application integration
  • Process Improvement

Certification

Cabinet Makers Certificate

Current QBCC Cabinet Maker Supervisor License

Driver License



Additional Information

Proficient at using and developing

Bluebeam PDF Software

All Microsoft Office Programs

Including a comprehensive programming knowledge of VBA

AutoCad

Sketchup Cad

Cutlist Plus


Timeline

Operations Managers

M2Joinery
01.2020 - 05.2023

Partner

Advanced Commecial Joinery
01.2018 - 01.2020

Production Executive

Select Joinery
01.2016 - 01.2018

Drafting Estimation Manager

INTONE Joinery
01.2014 - 01.2016

Cabinet Making

Balcatta Tafe

High School Diploma -

Balcatta Senior High School
Trevor Chivers