Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Squash, Bowls & Interaction with people
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Dean Chandler

Summary

Highly detail-oriented and professional Branch manger successful at meeting and exceeding branch goals. Expertise in customer service relations and sales management.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Fleet Image NZ Limited
11.2018 - 10.2023
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
  • Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.

Truck Driver

Northchill Ltd
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Truck Driver

Jackson Roadhaul
09.2011 - 12.2016
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.

Truck Driver

Alderson Bulk Haulage
11.2009 - 09.2011
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Truck Driver/Owner Operator

Dibble Transport Limited
03.2001 - 11.2009
  • Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Truck Driver

J Swap Contractors
03.1999 - 03.2001
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

Apprentice Truck Painter

Roy Browne Carpainters
08.1995 - 03.1999
  • Used proper PPE and safety protocols for personal health and safety of other staff.
  • Maintained knowledge of equipment necessary to complete jobs, acquiring new skills and techniques.
  • Cleaned and prepared equipment necessary for projects.
  • Mixed paint colours and appropriate chemicals to complete projects.
  • Buffed and finished surfaces after painting to complete product finish.
  • Cleaned and prepared surfaces for paint application with exacting accuracy.
  • Sanded and removed blemishes, dents and other imperfections on painting surfaces.
  • Created specific colour shades by mixing pre-existing shades to meet customer desired colours.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Customer Service
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Business Development Expertise
  • Interviewing and Hiring
  • Work Prioritization
  • Branch Operations Management
  • Sales Development
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Strong Team-Builder
  • Excellent Time Management Skills
  • Friendly
  • Team Player
  • Attention to Detail

Squash, Bowls & Interaction with people

I am a very social person who enjoys interacting with people and i have given 100% to everything that i have done in my life

Timeline

Branch Manager

Fleet Image NZ Limited
11.2018 - 10.2023

Truck Driver

Northchill Ltd
01.2017 - 11.2018

Truck Driver

Jackson Roadhaul
09.2011 - 12.2016

Truck Driver

Alderson Bulk Haulage
11.2009 - 09.2011

Truck Driver/Owner Operator

Dibble Transport Limited
03.2001 - 11.2009

Truck Driver

J Swap Contractors
03.1999 - 03.2001

Apprentice Truck Painter

Roy Browne Carpainters
08.1995 - 03.1999

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