Established and grew Guru Engineering Pty Ltd to employ up to seven staff providing engineering, reliability maintenance, and facilities management services to organisations in FMCG food production. This role is responsible for: • Undertaking strategic and operational planning, management and reporting relating to business strategy, structure, and management and operations (particularly in the areas of business strategy, financial and management controls, compliance and risk management… Show more Established and grew Guru Engineering Pty Ltd to employ up to seven staff providing engineering, reliability maintenance, and facilities management services to organisations in FMCG food production. This role is responsible for: • Undertaking strategic and operational planning, management and reporting relating to business strategy, structure, and management and operations (particularly in the areas of business strategy, financial and management controls, compliance and risk management, human resources, organisational structure and growth) to achieve value creation, improve business performance, and identify and develop strategies to take advantage of opportunities to maximise growth and manage risks/threats. • Developing recommendations and providing leadership (as required) in the implementation of strategic and operational objectives and to achieve sustained growth.• Providing day-to-day operational management (including book-keeping, debtor and credit control, financial reconciliations and reporting and GST and PAYG, banking) and addressing governance and legal compliance relating to finance, insurance, human resources and industry standards and regulations.• Providing business and facilities management consultancy and services to clients. Show less

Formerly, WA State Representative from 2011 to 2013. Elected annually into position of President since 2013: responsible for the holistic management of the Society and ensuring compliance obligations under the Associations Incorporation Act [WA] and Corporations Act [Clth] are met.

The Paper Light Project is one of two project teams tasked with transitioning Communities to a single digital (electronic) recordkeeping environment; and, with particular priority for work teams relocating from current premises across various locations (Perth CBD, West Perth, East Perth, Shenton Park) to Fremantle and within Perth (East Perth). The long-term objectives of the program include the management of physical records, digitisation of physical records, and born digital records,… Show more The Paper Light Project is one of two project teams tasked with transitioning Communities to a single digital (electronic) recordkeeping environment; and, with particular priority for work teams relocating from current premises across various locations (Perth CBD, West Perth, East Perth, Shenton Park) to Fremantle and within Perth (East Perth). The long-term objectives of the program include the management of physical records, digitisation of physical records, and born digital records, with the expectation that all business units will be fully digital using a single Electronic Document Records Management System (Objective). Show less

Established and implemented a Best Practice framework, processes, tools and templates to develop technical capability within a lean manufacturing supply chain environment. This was supported by the standardisation of work processes across the technologically diverse vocational streams within this Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) supply chain, and ensures food safety and quality.Through the application of learning and assessment theory and practice, and lean manufacturing principles, a… Show more Established and implemented a Best Practice framework, processes, tools and templates to develop technical capability within a lean manufacturing supply chain environment. This was supported by the standardisation of work processes across the technologically diverse vocational streams within this Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) supply chain, and ensures food safety and quality.Through the application of learning and assessment theory and practice, and lean manufacturing principles, a 'learning management' framework that captured underpinning knowledge and a structure for developing, coaching and supporting Subject Matter experts were developed and implemented. A process for assessing learning effectiveness and evaluating training and assessment was developed and implemented, and this included managing the integrity and quality of training materials and activities. In addition to developing, planning, managing and reporting on the program, operational activities included:• Developing and implementing Best Practice capability development plans, including stakeholder consultation and learning needs analyses• Developing and delivering communication plans to engage multiple stakeholders across both project and 'business-as-usual' teams• Support team members in standard work, Best Practice and capability development (including competency assessment) via a combination of applied learning resources, coaching and partnering• Coordinating and/or conducting training and assessment activities, including preparation of supporting documentation, and record keeping for training and assessment outcomes. This has included the development of individual and team training plans, training and assessment records, training matrices, and a planning, tracking and reporting ‘tool’. Show less

This casual role was responsible for:• Developing learning materials (including materials for new modules) for both face-to-face and online delivery, as approved by the Unit Coordinator.• Preparing for class facilitation and/or delivery of learning materials as approved by the Unit Coordinator. • Undertaking teaching and assessment of undergraduate students including conducting tutorials, lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical classes, as appropriate. (** This position… Show more This casual role was responsible for:• Developing learning materials (including materials for new modules) for both face-to-face and online delivery, as approved by the Unit Coordinator.• Preparing for class facilitation and/or delivery of learning materials as approved by the Unit Coordinator. • Undertaking teaching and assessment of undergraduate students including conducting tutorials, lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical classes, as appropriate. (** This position required that I have a National Police Clearance - current from October 2015.) Show less

I maintained business focus through consulting during a period of family responsibility. Consultancy services included:• Provision of strategic and operational advice and recommendations relating to business strategy, structure, and management and operations (particularly in the areas of business strategy, financial and management controls, compliance and risk management, human resources, restructuring and change management) to achieve value creation, improve business performance, and/or… Show more I maintained business focus through consulting during a period of family responsibility. Consultancy services included:• Provision of strategic and operational advice and recommendations relating to business strategy, structure, and management and operations (particularly in the areas of business strategy, financial and management controls, compliance and risk management, human resources, restructuring and change management) to achieve value creation, improve business performance, and/or maximise growth. • Assisting management teams (and provided leadership as required) in the formulation and implementation of recommendations/solutions.• Liaising with stakeholders to develop standardised procedures; developed procedures manuals, and provided training to ensure that procedures were implemented effectively. • Providing guidance and practical assistance to address governance and legal compliance to non-profit organisations.• Most notable achievement was the business transformation of a failing enterprise to become an Australia-wide industry leader (as recognised by a third-party industry association) within 3 years. Show less

• Managed the provision of efficient and effective delivery of financial, human resources, and administrative management services to the Department (of approximately 110 staff across 5 functional work units responsible for the holistic facilities management of the University’s physical facilities and infrastructure). This included custodial asset management, Committee/meeting coordination and management to meet corporate compliance, project and contract administration for a staff of 110… Show more • Managed the provision of efficient and effective delivery of financial, human resources, and administrative management services to the Department (of approximately 110 staff across 5 functional work units responsible for the holistic facilities management of the University’s physical facilities and infrastructure). This included custodial asset management, Committee/meeting coordination and management to meet corporate compliance, project and contract administration for a staff of 110 employees within Facilities Management with multi-million dollar operating (overheads) budget and responsibility for managing buildings and physical infrastructure; and, servicing of physical facilities and operations of the University. • Developed and implemented formal Departmental procedures for human resources management, contract administration, minor project administration support, and financial processes.• Prepared and presented documents and reports for University Committees (including liaison with Trade Union personnel; management of sensitive and confidential information; coordinating meetings; and minute-taking).• Developed and implemented organisational reviews and restructures (involving approximately 350 positions) to proactively prepare for transitioning of a workforce to accommodate changes within the organisational environment. • Developed and managed annual operating budgets, including reconciliations and reporting relative to operational budgets, projects, and services and works contracts.• Developed and implemented corporate governance and compliance program to align activities with broader Area and organisational strategic governance and compliance objectives.• Developed standardised processes and managed contract administration (for 200-250 service and minor project contracts per annum).• Developed standardised processes and provided minor project support (for approximately 1000-1500 minor projects per annum). Show less

• Developed a small privately-owned partnership (operating on very limited capital as a predominantly mobile service provider) into a registered privately-owned company that became a leader in it niche market• Developed, maintained, and reported against both strategic and annual operational business plans that incorporated business strategy, human resources management/staff planning, environmental and legislative knowledge, financial planning, information technology, physical resources… Show more • Developed a small privately-owned partnership (operating on very limited capital as a predominantly mobile service provider) into a registered privately-owned company that became a leader in it niche market• Developed, maintained, and reported against both strategic and annual operational business plans that incorporated business strategy, human resources management/staff planning, environmental and legislative knowledge, financial planning, information technology, physical resources planning, and development and marketing• Developed and maintained effective business relationships external to the Company to achieve specific work objectives (e.g. relating to vehicle modifications and licensing; supplier reliability and competitiveness; capitalising on marketing opportunities through strategic sponsorships; and, quality and customer responsiveness) Show less