Brisbane, Queensland 4169 Australia
Home Number:
Mobile Number:
Email Address:

A dynamic and reliable individual with 20 years of experience with proven commercial judgement; strong strategic capability, leadership and general management experience plus a track record of managing multi-functional business units. Skills in B2B development working in a variety of business types.

Is driven by the challenge to focus on achieving results; utilising excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels and in all business types. Has ability to work side by side or in a leadership role with a focus on business success; using broad based skills analysing markets, competitors and factors that are absolutly necessary to grow business.

Sharing ideas and strategies; developing teams and skills transfer are just a part of my skills.

 

Strong team player, fast learner and excellent problem solver with strong communication skills and a keen focus on delivering high-quality business solutions and systems.

• Managed budgets in excess of $8m
• Was promoted from manager to General manager after only 8 months in the job and retained that position for 6 years
• Redesigned and implemented more effective month end reporting mechanisms for remote sites into a head office accounting system achieving decreased reporting times
• Reduced monthly costs for contracted services by $35,000 over a 3 month period resulting in contractor improving performance levels
• Integrated a complex computerised management system resulting in improved accountability and reporting capabilities.
• Improved ties with competitors by forming a industry association resulting in direct improvements in consulting with government bodies
• Introduced new technologies into market place resulting in new sales and new clients
• Elected leader of a non-profit community club for 3 consecutive years

Jul 2007 - May 2010

Company name: Coffey International Development Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea Industry: Government Company size: 11-50 employees Company web site: http://www.coffey.com.au/ Comments: One of the world’s most experienced international development consulting companies working directly with domestic and foreign governmental ministries, departments and units as well as a number of foundations, universities, non-government organisations (NGOs) and private corporations.       Job Title: Facilities & Security Manager Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Logistics, Transport & Supply Closest Job Role: Manager Summary: Services Support Detailed Description: Reporting to the ISP Manager Coffey DSU with total responsibility for management of the facilities department incorporating 10 residential compounds throughout PNG. Sourced new residential accommodation and oversaw management of existing accommodation. Provided support to management in relation to management of ISP personnel and ensuring that provision of security services were maintained for program officials. Oversaw operations ensuring program services were maintained to the highest standards as required under contractual arrangements. Managed risks associated with placing personnel in high-risk environments. Communicated with stakeholders and managed expectations.

Jul 2005 - Jun 2007

Company name: Protect Security Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea Industry: Security & Protective Company size: 5001-10000 employees Company web site: http://www.prosec.com.pg Comments: Large Security Solutions provider working to provide high quality, cost effective security solutions, enabling clients to enjoy a safe and secure environment in which to live and work throughout Papua New Guinea       Job Title: National CVT Manager / National Training Development Manager Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Executive Closest Job Role: Business Development Consultant Summary: Systems & Training Development Detailed Description: Managed the co-ordination of the Cash & Valuable Transport Divisions throughout PNG. Liaised with existing PNG domestic and international clients, sourced new clients, ensure our equipment and vehicles were in operational order, communication systems and security methods and importantly operational methods used were best practice. Due to the many challengers faced on a daily basis in Papua New Guinea, ensured that local counterparts were abreast of any given situation, and their methods of resolving these situations were sustainable through extensive training and mentoring. As National Training Development Manager, developed and designed Security Training for the company. Designed and implemented new three (3) week Security Officers Training Course for new recruits, the first of its kind in PNG which included the design a Driver Training Course and Security Dog Handlers’ Course. Managed the registration, and certification of the company’s Training Division with the PNG National Training Council.

Apr 2002 - Jun 2005

Company name: Securimax Security Group Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea Industry: Security & Protective Company size: 1001-5000 employees Comments: Leading security provider consisting of three divisions; Manpower Guarding, Electronic Security, Installations and Monitoring, Cash & Valuable Transport with an annual budget of K16m.       Job Title: General manager Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Executive Closest Job Role: Other Executive Detailed Description: Appointed to assume total responsibility for the day to day management of a complex Security Company. Turned around a previously problematic financial position through the total revamping of financial reporting mechanisms – these significantly improved accounts collections. Recruited and mentored a National Citizen as Credit Manager who is now employed with a local multinational company and is well recognised for his tenacity. Initiated the improvement of the financial reporting mechanisms which turned around the financial viability of the group. Mentored and led a team of managers who were encouraged to take responsibility for their divisions. In 2002 relocated Port Moresby Operations to new premises - this involved relocating head office and branch facilities including a 24hr a day operations room. Redesigned and refurbished purpose built facilities. Successfully coordinated planning for relocation without incident and or loss of operational capabilities.

Jul 2001 - Apr 2002

Company name: Securimax Security Group Location: Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea Industry: Security & Protective Company size: 201-500 employees Comments: Local Branch of a leading security provider consisting of three divisions; Manpower Guarding, Electronic Security, Installations and Monitoring, Cash & Valuable Transport with an annual budget of K.5m.       Job Title: Branch Manager Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Logistics, Transport & Supply Closest Job Role: Manager Summary: Manage day to day Operations Detailed Description: Managed the day to day running of a branch office of the Company. Introduced a mentoring program which instilled a sense of worth for senior supervisors. Successfully improved branch performance and in recognition of achievements, promoted to the position of Group General Manager.

Oct 1999 - May 2001

Company name: Tim Altass Real Estate Location: Balmoral, Brisbane, Australia Industry: Property & Real Estate Company size: 1-10 employees Company web site: http://www.timaltass.com       Job Title: Office & Systems Manager Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Admin/Office Support Closest Job Role: Other Office Support Detailed Description: Managed the front office management of the Real Estate Office, receipting Trust Account monies, management of contracts of sale, liaison with legal representatives of buyers and owners of properties. Implemented a computerised data management system.

Aug 1988 - Jun 1998

Location: Toowoomba, Australia Industry: Property & Real Estate Company size: 11-50 employees       Job Title: Consultant Job Type: Self-Employed Position Department: IT & Telecommunications Closest Job Role: Conslt / Funct. Consultant Detailed Description: Provided consultation and training to the Real Estate Industry in Data Base management programs, sales and trust management programs and computer software training.

Jan 1998 - May 1998

Company name: PRD Realty Location: Darwin, Australia Industry: Property & Real Estate Company size: 11-50 employees       Job Title: Consultant Job Type: Self-Employed Position Department: Admin/Office Support Closest Job Role: Contracts Administrator Detailed Description: Contracted to provide consultation, in-house training and support for MacPro Sales Management software. This involved dedicated training of support staff to the sales and property management departments ensuring security and validity of data.

Apr 1996 - Dec 1997

Company name: Macpro Software & Micro developments Location: Brisbane, Australia Industry: Information Technology Company size: 11-50 employees       Job Title: Area Sales Representative Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Sales Closest Job Role: Sales Rep / Consultant Detailed Description: Primary responsibilities were in sales and business development consulting Real Estate Offices on Sales and marketing Software

Apr 1995 - Feb 1996

Company name: Headland Crest Lodge Location: Buderim, Sunshine Coast, Australia Industry: Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Company size: 1-10 employees       Job Title: Owner Operator Job Type: Self-Employed Position Department: Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Closest Job Role: Manager & Supervisor Detailed Description: Managed a 20 room motel with a 200 seat function room which catered predominately for functions and weddings

Dec 1994 - Apr 1995

Company name: Nora gardens Hostel Location: Buderim, Sunshine Coast, Australia Industry: Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Company size: 1-10 employees       Job Title: Owner Operator Job Type: Self-Employed Position Department: Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Closest Job Role: Manager & Supervisor Detailed Description: Involved in the initial set up of this small retirement hostel for elderly residents, including marketing and the provision of services and administration.

Apr 1993 - Nov 1994

Company name: Griffith University Location: Brisbane, Australia Industry: Education & Childcare       Job Title: Student Job Type: Full-Time

Jan 1974 - Mar 1993

Company name: Queensland Police Service Location: Australia Industry: Government Company size: 1001-5000 employees       Job Title: Law Enforcement Officer Job Type: Full-Time Position Department: Government & Defence Closest Job Role: Police & Prison Detailed Description: Entered the Queensland Police Service as a Police Cadet in 1974 and sworn in as a constable of Police in April 1977. Initial service was performed as a uniformed constable in both urban and country policing environments. Promoted to the rank of Detective Constable in 1980. After spending the initial training period with various investigative branches, promoted to Detective Sergeant 2/c with the Crime Operations Group at Police Headquarters. Initially performed investigative work in a general squad then progressing to specialised investigative roles within the Major Crime Task Force. Roles included Investigating Detective in charge of Covert Operations within the Drug Squad. Appointed in charge of the Recidivist Offenders Unit within the armed offenders Unit with responsibility for the co-ordination and development of systems to centralise information regarding offenders responsible for armed offences involving property and money.

Dec 2000

Institution: Dialog Training Institute Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

Sep 1998 - Sep 1998

Institution: Real estate Institute of Queensland Institution Type: TAFE Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Statement of Attainment Study Units/Modules: Introduction to Property Management Consumer Protection Residential Tenancies Managing Listings

Jan 1994 - Nov 1994

Institution: Griffith University Institution Type: University Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Bachelor of Commerce - Foundations of Commerce & Administration Study Units/Modules: Introduction to Information Systems Introduction to Marketing Accounting Principles Essentials of Economics

Jun 1992 - Jul 1992

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Incident Room Management Course

Feb 1992 - Mar 1992

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Covert Police Operatives' Controller Course

Nov 1991 - Nov 1991

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Train The trainer Programme

Nov 1991 - Nov 1991

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Auto Theft Investigation Course

Jul 1991

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Officer In Charge Workshop

Aug 1987 - Sep 1987

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Sergeant Qualifying Course

Jun 1987 - Jul 1987

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Drug Investigation & Enforcement Course

Jun 1987 - Jul 1987

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Drug Enforcement Course

Aug 1981 - Sep 1981

Institution: Queensland Police College Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Crime Investigation Course

Jan 1974 - Dec 1976

Institution: Queensland Police Academy Institution Type: College Location: Brisbane, Australia Course Name: Police Entrance Certificate Study Units/Modules: Police Law Police Practices

Jan 1964 - Nov 1973

Institution: Wandoan State High Institution Type: High School Location: Wandoan, Australia Course Name: Secondary School Certificate Grade: 10

Socialising, Foreign Cultures, Learning new Strategies to Develop Business, Reading and Traveling.

Job Seeking Status:	Seriously Looking
I am on a notice period (days):	0
I am available from:	21st April 2011
Would you relocate for a job?	Yes
Gender:	Male
Marital Status:	Married
Do I have a drivers license?	Yes