Information extracted from the Telstra Australian Business AwardsQueensland 16 Jul 2013Regional AwardGeneral Trade Industries (GTI), ThargomindahGeneral Trade Industries grew from a one-man trade contracting business started by plumber Geoff Pike into a contractor installing utility equipment, establishing and operating services, primarily for the oil and gas industries, in remote and inaccessible parts of the State. Judges were impressed by the truly regional nature of this business, as staff sometimes had to travel up to five hours to get to a job. They said the owner is passionate about what he does and the business helps contribute to employment in the local community.Logistics/Operations manager for General Trade Industries dealing with all aspects of travel/Accommodation company wide for 250+ people over 6 different sites throughout QLD/SA. Including procurement and set up of accounts with suppliers in both aviation/Accommodation. Asset Manager for the company looking after asset register, calibrations/vehicle inspection and COI's. Implementation of new Journey management policy and procedure within the company and controlling all JM within the company.Dealing with internal stockholders within GTI and external agencies in the smooth running of supplying contractor support.

Instruct in job specific use of communication equipment to trainees and command post supervisors. Management of TMP's within an RTO. Coordinate of student travel, accommodation and course material.Instruct students within the guidelines and policies and procedures within defence.Visiting lecturer who was highly commended for work ethics and ethos and instructor ability.

Effective supervision and management of civil servant staff in the use of computer equipment.Production and maintenance of manning levels, including Rosters and holiday leave.Focal point for advice and practical assistance to staff on all course issues within the operations room.Update all flying records and manuals for all aircraft types as set out in Australian Aeronautical handbooks.Monitoring, assessment and evaluation of the daily flight program.

Effective Supervision and management of civil servant staff.Production and maintenance of manning levels, including rosters and holiday leave for 24hr cover in operations room.Management and control of special store items.Collate monthly flying hours for end of month reports.Update all flying records and manuals as set out in United kingdom Aeronautical handbooks.monitoring, assessment and evaluation for the daily flight program.Nurture health and well being of team members through implementing tri-weekly physical training sessions.

I have covered many varied roles within the British Army. I have dealt with transport issues both air and ground. I have also covered a wide and varied role in the logistical chain from furniture to fuel to name but a few.