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Barry Ashby

Port Lincoln

Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in logistics and team leadership, notably as Yard Manager at Port Lincoln Food Warehouse. Excelled in safety management and warehouse operations, enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency. Holds forklift and MC licences, demonstrating a commitment to skill development and workplace safety. Proven track record of improving service delivery and achieving significant operational improvements.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Yard Manager

Port Lincoln Food Warehouse
03.2023 - 12.2024

organising paperwork

picking orders

loading and unloading trucks

operating forklifts

truck driving

delivering to customers on the eyre peninsula

working in coolroom/freezer

Leading Hand

Dennis Transport
11.2019 - 03.2023
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
  • Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
  • fork lift operations
  • truck driving

Truck Driver Yard Hand

Cleanseas
06.2016 - 11.2019
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • loading and unloading trucks
  • operating vehicle mounted crane when required
  • net mending and matinance when required

Baggage Handler

Regional Express
01.2014 - 06.2016
  • Proactively identified potential problems or errors in the baggage handling process, taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Improved baggage handling efficiency by streamlining loading and unloading processes.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of cargo from aircraft, maintaining proper weight distribution for safe flight operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient transfer of luggage between flights.

Rental Car Cleaner

Avis Budget Group
02.2012 - 01.2014
  • Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
  • Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
  • Applied revitalizers and preservation agents to vinyl or leather surfaces and treated fabrics with spot-and stain-resistant chemicals to preserve and protect interior components.
  • Maintained regular list of high-end clientele due to exceptional service and outstanding pricing.

Caretaker

Caravan Park
10.2009 - 01.2012

all facets of a caravan park ie groundsman,cleaner ,cash handling,security

Car Detailer

Atherton Car Care
01.2005 - 10.2009
  • Completed full-service washes that included vacuuming interiors, shampooing carpets, degreasing engines, polishing chrome accents, applying wax coatings to exteriors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by thoroughly cleaning and detailing vehicles, both interior and exterior.
  • Delivered consistent results while working independently on various makes/models/styles of cars within tight deadlines.

Truck Driver Laborer

Steggles
01.2003 - 12.2004
  • Kept vehicles clean inside out, presenting a professional image to customers at all times.
  • Safely operated heavy equipment during loading and unloading processes, preventing accidents and damages to goods.
  • Provided excellent customer service by professionally addressing any concerns or questions from clients upon delivery of goods.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions while maintaining safe driving practices for the protection of cargo and fellow motorists.

Manager

Farm Fresh Food Market
01.1990 - 01.2002
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Education

No Degree -

Moora Senior High School
Moora, WA
01-1985

Skills

  • Scheduling and planning
  • Warehouse operations
  • Safety management
  • Environmental awareness
  • forklift licence
  • mc licence
  • vehicle loading crane licence
  • dogging licence

Timeline

Yard Manager

Port Lincoln Food Warehouse
03.2023 - 12.2024

Leading Hand

Dennis Transport
11.2019 - 03.2023

Truck Driver Yard Hand

Cleanseas
06.2016 - 11.2019

Baggage Handler

Regional Express
01.2014 - 06.2016

Rental Car Cleaner

Avis Budget Group
02.2012 - 01.2014

Caretaker

Caravan Park
10.2009 - 01.2012

Car Detailer

Atherton Car Care
01.2005 - 10.2009

Truck Driver Laborer

Steggles
01.2003 - 12.2004

Manager

Farm Fresh Food Market
01.1990 - 01.2002

No Degree -

Moora Senior High School
Barry Ashby