Christopher Smart Email & Phone Number

I am a State Manager with over 25 years experience managing the business operations for organisations with expertise in administration, financial and facilities management. Demonstrated ability to deliver business outcomes, review and improve internal processes, manage and develop staff. Strong analytical skills possessing business acumen to build professional working relationships experienced working with and reporting to senior executives.Demonstrated management experience delivering change across the organisation impacted by budget reductions in the government sector in Queensland and Tasmania. Strong organisational skills with excellent planning and problem solving capabilities and I embrace new challenges. Effective communication skills and enjoy the challenge to mentor, educate and lead staff through a “get on the bus approach” working as part of a team or autonomously as required.I possess the ability to undertake a broad range of diverse tasks requiring different mind sets at any one time to enable the completion of priorities and to meet deadlines in accordance with organisational goals and strategic objectives.I excel in a busy, dynamic, highly regulated environment and I am recognised for: Management and leadership skills in office administration Contract and Project Management Financial Performance Management Procurement Management Facilities Management Managing change and creating continuous improvement through ongoing reviews of operational efficiencies Ability to embrace new technology Ability to build excellent professional relationships with customers and peers A self-driven individual, passionate about personal and business performance excellence Effective communication, both verbal and written skills Excellent customer service skills working in a team environment Strong work ethic – honest, trustworthy and loyal  Computer skills including Microsoft software suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, MYOB)