Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Generic

Logan Ballantyne

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Motivated ex builder who is committed to learning and implementing skilled trades and meeting customer needs. I follow instructions and can lead others well. I can cultivate a productive working relationship and instill confidence and trust.

Im committed to learning new skills and knowledge. Am good with numbers, communication and people. I love working with my hands and are not afraid to learn new things.

Im hard working and put in 110% into everything i do and will be a valuable member of the team

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

BBQS & MORE
, Christchurch
07.2023 - Current
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Lead Installer

Lotus Doors
, New Zealand Wide
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Positioned and held timbers, lumber or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
  • Secured metal or wooden frames with screws, nails, or adhesives.
  • Followed safety, environmental, and regulatory policies by properly handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
  • Engaged in preparation work to ready worksite for installers.
  • Constructed partition walls from pre-fabricated pieces or blocks of material.
  • Checked wood and other materials to assess for damaged or defective items before starting projects to accurately determine projects scales and quotes.
  • Selected tools, equipment and materials from storage to transport to work site.
  • Prepared construction sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
  • Cleaned up work area after completion of project ensuring all debris was disposed properly.
  • Read and interpreted construction blueprints for various projects.
  • Moved construction materials by hand or various transport methods.
  • Communicated with management and customers at project completion and verified customer satisfaction with finished work.
  • Analyzed blueprints and drawings to determine structural dimensions of framework.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials.
  • Analyzed problematic installations and implemented appropriate solutions for quick remediation.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Builder

Infinity Building and Maintenance Ltd
, Auckland
01.2010 - 02.2022
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Installed kitchen cabinets, countertops, bathroom fixtures, appliances, and trimming.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Assembled scaffolding to provide safe access to elevated work areas.
  • Drove various lifting devices to move products, equipment, and materials around warehouse or yard.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Builder - Construction & Residential

Various companies
, Auckland
01.2003 - 12.2009
  • Installed kitchen cabinets, countertops, bathroom fixtures, appliances, and trimming.
  • Adhered to safety requirements by operating equipment and appropriately handling material.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job.
  • Assembled scaffolding to provide safe access to elevated work areas.
  • Performed daily inspections and other tasks to maintain clean and safe work environment.
  • Followed build procedures and work instructions to construct varied-size structures.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Administration
  • Contract Management
  • Business Development
  • Workforce Management
  • Financial Management
  • Operations Management
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Project Management
  • Negotiation
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management

Affiliations

  • Fishing
  • Low n Slow BBQ
  • Cars and Music

Accomplishments

  • Led teams of 10+ guys in construction and residential building
  • Ran my own company for 12 years successfully with a turnover of $1m+

References

  • Lotus Doors - Project Manager - Linton August 0220402535

Timeline

Manager

BBQS & MORE
07.2023 - Current

Lead Installer

Lotus Doors
02.2022 - 07.2023

Builder

Infinity Building and Maintenance Ltd
01.2010 - 02.2022

Builder - Construction & Residential

Various companies
01.2003 - 12.2009

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Logan Ballantyne