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Unity Smith

Biggera Waters,QLD

Summary

Creative customer care professional dedicated to consistently surpassing service goals with unparalleled support for customer needs. Smoothly manages both incoming and outgoing calls and remote requests by applying strong organisational, research and time management skills. Solid history of success in fast-paced call centres. Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organisational efficiency. Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Officer

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
08.2022 - 12.2023

Duties included:

  • Provide high quality, accurate and timely HR advice
  • Provide support and guidance to managers and employees
  • Manage end to end recruitment as required by hiring managers, including, but not limited to interviewing, coordinating new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Assist HRBP to ensure Employment Agreements are compliant and suit business needs
  • Maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring privacy standards were met in accordance with relevant regulations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Develop and maintain new starter documentation, personnel files, and database
  • Interpret and work with modern awards.

Gouge Customer Care Team Leader

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
01.2021 - 08.2022

Duties included:

  • Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing effective solutions.
  • Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Championed change initiatives within department that led to increased employee engagement scores while improving overall workplace morale.
  • Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to equip new hires with essential skills and knowledge.
  • Utilised CRM software to track customer interactions and ensure prompt follow-up on outstanding issues.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Trained new employees on best practices and customer care procedures to eliminate inefficiencies.
  • Established clear expectations for staff behaviour by creating an environment that emphasised accountability, integrity, and respect in all interactions both internally and externally.
  • Maintained positive work environment by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among staff members.

Gouge Customer Care Specialist

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
11.2016 - 01.2021

Duties included:

  • Maintained clean reception areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Navigated multiple computer systems and applications to find information.
  • Used exceptional communication to connect with customers, assess needs, and present solutions.
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
  • Took ownership of customers issues to follow problems through to resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless service delivery for customers.
  • Verified accuracy of customer account information and updated when necessary.
  • Accurately tracked and recorded customer interactions in CRM platform.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email and web-based platforms.

Administrator

Department of Primary Industries
01.2012 - 01.2014

Duties included:

  • Management of archive files from through the DPI
  • Working with TRIM and Lotus Notes
  • Developing filing processes & ensuring the safe destruction of files
  • Building and fostering relationships with Stakeholders
  • Training colleagues with different aspects of TRIM
  • Responsible for monitoring requests for archive files
  • Adhering to timeframes, processes and legislation
  • Supporting my team leader with any decisions and/or processes
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.

Education

Dealing with Workplace Conflict -

12.2022

ABS System Training -

12.2018

Diploma of Education - Primary School Teaching

Wellington College of Education
Wellington, New Zealand
12.1997

Diploma of Primary School Teaching -

12.1997

Skills

  • Experienced administrator
  • Effective communicator
  • Highly organised
  • Great listener
  • Team Player
  • Business Correspondence Writing
  • Relationship Building
  • In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Employee Investigations
  • Onboarding and training
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking

References

Available upon request

Timeline

HR Officer

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
08.2022 - 12.2023

Gouge Customer Care Team Leader

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
01.2021 - 08.2022

Gouge Customer Care Specialist

Gouge Linen & Garment Services
11.2016 - 01.2021

Administrator

Department of Primary Industries
01.2012 - 01.2014

Dealing with Workplace Conflict -

ABS System Training -

Diploma of Education - Primary School Teaching

Wellington College of Education

Diploma of Primary School Teaching -

Unity Smith