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Tushar PADODARA

Walkley Heights,SA

Summary

Experienced APS 4 Service Officer with strong experience in delivering high-quality customer service across complex government programs. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Delivery Officer APS4

Services Australia
Adelaide, South Australia
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented best practices regarding customer service standards across all channels.
  • Resolved complex client inquiries using problem-solving skills and available resources.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational workflows and processes.
  • Identified potential risks associated with service delivery processes, developing plans to mitigate them.
  • Provided troubleshooting assistance for technical issues related to IT services.
  • Worked closely with stakeholders from various departments to ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
  • Coordinated service delivery processes to enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure clear communication and effective service outcomes.
  • Developed risk assessment reports for internal stakeholders and management review.
  • Implemented compliance measures to align with regulatory standards and practices.
  • Identified areas of risk exposure and implemented controls to minimize losses due to fraud.

Customer Service Agent

Coles Supermarket
Adelaide, SA
10.2014 - 09.2024
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently.
  • Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by providing accurate, helpful responses.
  • Processed refunds, returns, exchanges, and order cancellations according to policy.
  • Collaborated with other departments, such as logistics and sales, to resolve customer issues.
  • Followed up with customers via phone or email after the purchase was made to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries regarding products and services through phone, email, and chat.
  • Trained, supervised, and developed departmental employees on software systems, platforms, health and safety regulations, road and safety protocols, inventory tracking systems, and database operations.

Business Owner/Operator

Convenience Store
Hallett Cove, SA
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Keeping all my equipment up to date with testing and tagging
  • Managing inventories by tracking weekly reports and ordering raw materials and supplies in order to meet customer requirements, maximize profits, drive sales and reduce out of stock
  • Schedule employees and delegate work roster among three staff members in accordance with their availability
  • Effectively utilizing employees and supplies to provide excellent customer service and to maximize store's profit
  • Develop and implement merchandising plans using guidelines and suggestions in order to meet the financial objectives of the store
  • Analyze Customer Satisfaction index and Employee Satisfaction Index to identify areas needing improvement and develop processes and procedures to address those issues
  • Maintaining accurate store records and profit & loss statement to ensure documentation of activities is available and are up to date
  • Direct, oversee and evaluate training provided to employees to reduce turnover, promote efficiency and control labor cost
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment to ensure occupational health and safety requirements are met.

Education

Masters Of Information Systems, E-Commerce -

University Of Ballarat
Adelaide

Graduate Certificate in IT -

University of Ballarat
Adelaide

Certificate III In Business -

Navitas
Australian Computer Society

Bachelor Of Commerce -

MS University
India

Skills

  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Document management
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Analytical
  • Data analysis
  • Problem resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization and time management
  • Problem solving
  • Self-Directed
  • Stakeholder management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Service Delivery Officer APS4

Services Australia
01.2024 - Current

Customer Service Agent

Coles Supermarket
10.2014 - 09.2024

Business Owner/Operator

Convenience Store
01.2012 - 01.2014

Masters Of Information Systems, E-Commerce -

University Of Ballarat

Graduate Certificate in IT -

University of Ballarat

Certificate III In Business -

Navitas

Bachelor Of Commerce -

MS University
Tushar PADODARA