Paul Goad Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Australia

Having just sold my business am working in a consulting capacity whilst seeking a full-time role as General Manager of a SME in the Engineering and/or Import Export area.

Melbourne, Australia

• 20 staff - Manufacturer and importer of trailer parts. Joined company as General Manager in 2007 and purchased the business in 2009.
• Realigned business with market changes and took business from 80% manufacturing / 20% imports to approximately 50/50. This was essential for the future existence of the business and improved profitability.

Melbourne, Australia

• 30 staff - Specialist material handling equipment custom designed, manufactured and installed Australia wide. Preferred supplier to major companies including Alcoa, Cadbury and APM. Southern Hemisphere representative.
• The Thordon portion of the business supplied specialist marine bearings for ships, boats and submarines supplied by us to the Australian Navy and the general maritime industry in Australia, South Africa and South East.

Melbourne, Australia

National Carpet manufacturer employing 50+ people. Held newly created position of Project Engineer responsible for installing carpet manufacturing equipment throughout the plant and was promoted to Plant Engineer.