Ashley Wayne Botha
Auckland,Half Moon Bay
Summary
Experienced Facilities and Projects manager allows me to offer a background in managing and maintaining facility operations, especially strong safety records and attention to detail. I am methodical about checking work and correcting concerns. I enjoy working in a team environment. Always working on preventive maintenance programs and special projects, ensuring that they work smoothly. Organized supply manager and analytical problem solver. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities & Projects Manager
Vivo Salon LP
06.2021 - Current
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services.
- Communicated with Directors and Regional managers regarding upcoming repairs and projects.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster efficient use of facility space and resources.
- Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
- Monitored and enforced budget for all facilities-related activities to reduce unnecessary expenses.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective pricing and terms for facility-related services and supplies.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment and safety compliance
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Managed and coordinated all facilities maintenance and repair projects within time and budget constraints.
- Directed vendors, facilities staff, and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment.
- Defined and coordinated preventative maintenance plans to support longevity of facility systems and equipment.
Projects Manager
Dexion Supply Centre
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Operations Manager
Auckland Racking & Shelving Solutions
02.2015 - 06.2020
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Updated and resolved incident reports. Monthly reporting to Directors.
- Continual site inspections, that covered, quality control, safety audits and project milestones.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenwood Boys High School
Durban, South Africa12.1994
Skills
- Project Deadlines
- Timely Project Completion
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Building Codes and Regulations
- Staff Training
- Project Management
- Site Safety Coordinator
- Subcontractor Relations
Football for a Club
I play in the over 45's currently in division 1 Fencibles team as a defender.
I am also an assistant coach to the year 14 girls team.
References
Auckland Racking & Shelving Solutions - Steve Arnold (Director): 0274733634
Dexion Supply Centre - Mike Floyd (Operations Manager): 0211444731
Vivo Salons LP - Jane Wicks (General Manager) : 021543989
Timeline
Facilities & Projects Manager
Vivo Salon LP
06.2021 - Current
Projects Manager
Dexion Supply Centre
06.2020 - 06.2021
Operations Manager
Auckland Racking & Shelving Solutions
02.2015 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Glenwood Boys High School
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