Yarra Trams is the largest operating tram network in the world with more than 200 million passenger trips taken each year.My role comprises safety management, risk assessment, investigations, government liaise & safety presentations and wellness across the operations and rolling stock network encompassing some 2000 staff, 9 depots, 500+ trams & 1700 tram stops.

With a focus on the plumbing & electrical fields in construction I am the pivot point for companies looking for skilled and unskilled short, medium & long term casual labour.My aim is to build long term relationships with both the companies we service and also the people we place to ensure a strong long term mutual working relationship, always on the look out for quality candidates and clients.

MIG was a Greenfields startup company that imported, marketed and distributed a range capital medical equipment throughout Australia & New Zealand. The diverse product range included an electric medical hi/lo bed range, Stainless steel products, X-ray viewing equipment, Ultrasounds & ultrasonic gel. In an extremely hands on role my duties consisted of:- Control & manage financial arm of MIG using the MYOB accounting system including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, BAS… Show more MIG was a Greenfields startup company that imported, marketed and distributed a range capital medical equipment throughout Australia & New Zealand. The diverse product range included an electric medical hi/lo bed range, Stainless steel products, X-ray viewing equipment, Ultrasounds & ultrasonic gel. In an extremely hands on role my duties consisted of:- Control & manage financial arm of MIG using the MYOB accounting system including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, BAS and monthly reconciliations.- Creation and implementation of trading terms, price lists, full catalogues and company website.- Liaise with International manufacturers regarding product range, pricing and marketing.- Co-ordinate import component inclusive of OS customs agents, Australian Govt via Austrade and Tradex, shipping & freight within Australia also export to NZ.- Startup to annual turnover of $2 million AUD within 5 years. Show less

MES was an importer and distributor of medical equipment into the Australia/NZ medical and Allied Health market.MES was the A/NZ agent for the Conmed Hyfrecator and associated products.- Managed all sales related activities, inclusive of national budgets and sales.- Liaise and sell to Australian / New Zealand distributors + source and grow customer base. Approx 120 distributors across Australia & NZ.- Implement national and International network of service technicians and… Show more MES was an importer and distributor of medical equipment into the Australia/NZ medical and Allied Health market.MES was the A/NZ agent for the Conmed Hyfrecator and associated products.- Managed all sales related activities, inclusive of national budgets and sales.- Liaise and sell to Australian / New Zealand distributors + source and grow customer base. Approx 120 distributors across Australia & NZ.- Implement national and International network of service technicians and training.- Negotiations of trading terms with agents and overseas manufacturers including product specifications. Show less

Maxxium was the worldwide spirits, wine & liqueur distributor for brands such as Jim Beam Bourbon, Absolut Vodka, William Grant & Sons, Remy Cointreau and many more.- Full state management responsibility for SA/NT branch including staff of 10 sales and 2 administrative.- Responsible for SA/NT budget + financials & expenses, reporting into National Sales Manager.- Implement and manage trade spend, Key Account & promotional plans.- Full HR responsibility (within overriding… Show more Maxxium was the worldwide spirits, wine & liqueur distributor for brands such as Jim Beam Bourbon, Absolut Vodka, William Grant & Sons, Remy Cointreau and many more.- Full state management responsibility for SA/NT branch including staff of 10 sales and 2 administrative.- Responsible for SA/NT budget + financials & expenses, reporting into National Sales Manager.- Implement and manage trade spend, Key Account & promotional plans.- Full HR responsibility (within overriding corporate structure) inclusive of appraisals, training and hire.- Manage implementation at state level of SAP into existing Maxxium business. Show less

Reporting into the State Sales Manager - Victoria for Jim Beam Brands. As part of the international arm of Fortune Brands representing products such as Jim Beam Bourbon, Small batch bourbon, Finlandia Vodka, Jagermeister & Old Crow just to name a few.Managed the Victorian Off Premise sales team, covering regional and Metro Victorian hotels, clubs, bottle shops and all licensed premises.- Reported in to State Sales Manager (VIC) managing 8 sales executives and 2 merchandisers.-… Show more Reporting into the State Sales Manager - Victoria for Jim Beam Brands. As part of the international arm of Fortune Brands representing products such as Jim Beam Bourbon, Small batch bourbon, Finlandia Vodka, Jagermeister & Old Crow just to name a few.Managed the Victorian Off Premise sales team, covering regional and Metro Victorian hotels, clubs, bottle shops and all licensed premises.- Reported in to State Sales Manager (VIC) managing 8 sales executives and 2 merchandisers.- Created and implemented national merchandising scheme that saw every state, employ, train and setup a merchandiser strategy.- Managed sales team through merge and absorption of Jim Beam Brands, Remy Cointreau and Highland Distillers Show less

Managed the "Sugar" Team which comprised of 6 sales representatives and 2 merchandisers. The Cadbury sugar range consisted of the Pascall, Molly Bushell & Trebor mints products.- Increased the traditionally flat sugar product sales by 17% over course of 2 years in role.- Implemented and managed marketing strategies and HO directives throughout Victorian Milk Bars, Independent grocers & National Chain and convenience stores.- Rolled out similar merchandising strategy as per Jim… Show more Managed the "Sugar" Team which comprised of 6 sales representatives and 2 merchandisers. The Cadbury sugar range consisted of the Pascall, Molly Bushell & Trebor mints products.- Increased the traditionally flat sugar product sales by 17% over course of 2 years in role.- Implemented and managed marketing strategies and HO directives throughout Victorian Milk Bars, Independent grocers & National Chain and convenience stores.- Rolled out similar merchandising strategy as per Jim Beam Brands role Show less

Joined as an area manager shortly after Lion Nathan purchased Tooheys from Bond Brewing. Tooheys had brands such as Tooheys Red, Blue & Classic plus the Hahn & Steinlager range of beers.Started covering the Northern Region of Melbourne eventually moving into a newly created role of Prestige Accounts.- Called on both on and off premise venues specialising in University Campuses, Gay Venues/ alternative venues (music etc)- Negotiated first non C&UB pouring agreement with AFL… Show more Joined as an area manager shortly after Lion Nathan purchased Tooheys from Bond Brewing. Tooheys had brands such as Tooheys Red, Blue & Classic plus the Hahn & Steinlager range of beers.Started covering the Northern Region of Melbourne eventually moving into a newly created role of Prestige Accounts.- Called on both on and off premise venues specialising in University Campuses, Gay Venues/ alternative venues (music etc)- Negotiated first non C&UB pouring agreement with AFL club (Fitzroy FFC - Albion Charles Hotel) Show less