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Leanne Raftery

Port Pirie

Summary

Highly experienced customer service and team leadership professional with a strong background in supervision, travel consulting, and government services. Proven ability to lead and support high-performing teams, manage complex customer interactions, and implement operational improvements. Skilled in staff coaching, policy implementation, and resolving escalated issues. Adept at problem-solving, quality checking, and providing expert support in identity verification and claims processing.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

Services Australia
03.2025 - Current

• Supervise and manage Front of House staff.

• Monitor the Front of House and ensure smooth daily operations.

• Assist staff with complex and technical enquiries.

• Provide support to vulnerable customers and manage customer aggression.

• Conduct staff coaching sessions and support staff upskilling and training.

• Implement policies and procedures as directed by management.

• Create and amend staff schedules.

• Present daily stand-up huddles and help facilitate fortnightly team meetings.

  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Maintain an inclusive and diverse team culture.

Customer Service Officer

Services Australia
02.2021 - Current

• Enhance customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving their inquiries and concerns.

• Process new claims both in-office and online.

• Conduct quality checks - QMA & QOL.

• Resolve customer feedback and complaints.

• Provide local peer support.

• Identity Subject Matter Expert.

  • Educate customers about digital servicing
  • Cross-trained other customer service programs such as Medicare.
  • Respond proactively and positively to rapid change.


International & Domestic Travel Consultant

Middletons Travel
05.2005 - 02.2021
  • Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional communication and personalized service.
  • Organized trips for individual, family and business travellers.
  • Worked closely with clients to understand unique needs and meet specific travel desires.
  • Maintained accurate records of bookings, payments, and client information for smooth operations and future reference.

Customer Service Supervisor

Woolworths
03.1988 - 09.2001

• Monitored front-end service operations.

• Supervised staff and managed rosters.

• Controlled cash handling and transactions.

• Assisted customers with inquiries and concerns.

• Conducted pricing and date audits on stock.

• Audited stock invoices for accuracy and compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Pirie High School
Port Pirie, SA

Skills

    Team Leadership & Staff Supervision

    Coaching, Training & Upskilling

    Customer Service & Complaint Resolution

    Conflict Management & Vulnerable Customer Support

    Claims Processing & Quality Assurance

    Travel Consulting & Itinerary Planning

    Scheduling & Workflow Management

Timeline

Team Leader

Services Australia
03.2025 - Current

Customer Service Officer

Services Australia
02.2021 - Current

International & Domestic Travel Consultant

Middletons Travel
05.2005 - 02.2021

Customer Service Supervisor

Woolworths
03.1988 - 09.2001

High School Diploma -

John Pirie High School
Leanne Raftery