Adam Belton
New Plymouth,Taranaki
Summary
Dynamic Operating Manager with a proven track record at Mark Roads Limited, excelling in project management and client relations. Skilled in process improvement and employee motivation, I successfully negotiated favorable contracts and enhanced team communication, driving operational efficiency and boosting morale across multiple sites.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Manager / Shareholder
Mark Roads Limited
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers, securing favorable terms.
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and promotional initiatives.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress towards goals and objectives.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Supervised day-to-day operations across multiple sites and locations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Responded to information requests from superiors, providing specific documentation.
- Evaluated existing processes for potential opportunities for streamlining or automation.
Building Apprenticeship
Smart Build Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials from delivery trucks to construction sites.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Reported any issues or concerns immediately upon discovery while working onsite.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
Owner/Operator
AB Roadmarkers Ltd-Waikato
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered excellent customer service to clients and fellow employees.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Devised and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients.
- Collaborated with dispatch and supervisors to map out routes and schedules.
- Provided leadership support for team members through coaching and mentorship programs.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
Skilled Operator/Forman
Fulton Hogan Ltd-Waikato/Fiji
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Skilled Operator/Forman
Allstate Linemarking Pty-Australia
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Road Marking Apprentice
Independent Roadmarkers Taranaki Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Developed and maintained effective working relationships with other apprentices, colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Followed safety, environmental, and regulatory policies by properly handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
- Participated in workshops and training sessions to enhance technical knowledge.
- Prepared construction sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
Education
GED -
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki
New Plymouth, NZ12-2003
Skills
- Day to Day Operations
- Project Management
- Health and Safety Representative
- Traffic Control
- STMS
- National Certificate in Roadmarking, Skilled Operator
- Class 1, 2, 4L, 6R, D, F Licenses
- Small Business Management
- Industry Training
- Team leadership
- Process improvement
- Customer service
- Project planning and development
- Client relations
- Customer retention
- Quality assurance and control
- Multitasking
- Employee motivation
- Recruitment and hiring
- Cultural awareness
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Communication Skills
I understand the value of a good sense of humor, being adaptable and self-motivated. I work well either in a team environment or on my own while maintaining a high standard of workmanship and an enjoyable workplace. Having worked in the road marking industry for the past 23 years, I take pride in my workmanship and the ability to deliver a quality product for client satisfaction. I am a team player, reliable, hardworking, and loyal with the desire to learn and succeed.
Timeline
Operating Manager / Shareholder
Mark Roads Limited
01.2022 - 01.2025
Building Apprenticeship
Smart Build Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2022
Owner/Operator
AB Roadmarkers Ltd-Waikato
01.2018 - 01.2020
Skilled Operator/Forman
Fulton Hogan Ltd-Waikato/Fiji
01.2012 - 01.2018
Skilled Operator/Forman
Allstate Linemarking Pty-Australia
01.2007 - 01.2012
Road Marking Apprentice
Independent Roadmarkers Taranaki Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2007
GED -
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki