Accomplished leader with expertise in multi-site operations management at Services Australia. Excelled in strategic workforce planning and stakeholder engagement, driving service excellence and innovation. Proven track record in performance management and team development, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering community partnerships and promoting digital services.
Lead multi-site service delivery operations, managing diverse teams and customer portfolios while driving strategic initiatives and maintaining government service standards.
Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Lead and coordinate operations across multiple service delivery sites, optimizing resource allocation and workflow management
• Manage and develop high-performing teams of service officers, implementing performance management, coaching, and succession planning strategies
• Drive business performance through strategic monitoring of KPIs, quality assurance, and comprehensive reporting to executive leadership
• Resolve complex customer escalations and policy-impacting issues, including emergency/disaster response situations
• Foster strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery capability and community engagement
• Spearhead innovation initiatives and change management processes, adapting to evolving government priorities and customer needs
• Exercise significant decision-making authority with consideration for broader agency implications and strategic direction
Managed day-to-day team operations while developing staff capabilities and maintaining service excellence across multiple customer channels.
Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Supervised team operations including priority setting, resource management, and workflow optimization to meet performance targets
• Led staff development through coaching, training, and mentoring programs, identifying and addressing learning needs
• Established and maintained productive relationships with local stakeholders and inter-agency partners
• Monitored and improved work quality through comprehensive analysis and reporting against established performance standards
• Managed customer feedback and complaints resolution, investigating complex issues and implementing process improvements
• Contributed to business planning and strategy development, driving improvements in key performance measures
• Promoted digital service adoption and self-service channels to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
Provided specialized support to vulnerable customers facing multiple barriers, coordinating tailored assistance and cross-agency collaboration.
Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Coordinated comprehensive support for disadvantaged customers, developing individualized assistance plans and vocational skill development pathways
• Collaborated with government and community services to deliver integrated customer solutions
• Provided frontline customer service including vulnerability assessment, issue identification, and appropriate service streaming
• Mentored and trained junior staff, supporting their professional development and service delivery capabilities
• Resolved complex customer enquiries and complaints, escalating systemic issues through appropriate channels
• Promoted digital services adoption while ensuring accessibility for diverse customer needs
Delivered comprehensive customer service across mainstream, new customer, and specialized incarcerated customer segments.
Key Achievements & Responsibilities:
• Processed customer applications and assessments across multiple payment programs and services
• Provided expert advice on legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate service delivery
• Resolved routine and complex customer enquiries while maintaining high service quality standards
• Participated in quality assurance activities and business improvement initiatives
• Supported vulnerable customers through specialized service channels and appropriate escalation processes
Leadership & Management
Multi-site operations management
Team leadership and development
Performance management and coaching
Strategic workforce planning
Stakeholder Engagement
Internal and external relationship building
Inter-agency collaboration
Community partnership development
Executive reporting and communication
Service Excellence
Customer service delivery
Complaint resolution and escalation
Quality assurance and improvement
Digital services promotion