Paul Mills
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
Dynamic lawn care business owner with expertise in equipment maintenance, inventory management, and client estimation. Proven ability to enhance operations and client relationships through effective contract negotiation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care Business Owner
Paul's Mowing Services
BOP, Tauranga
09.2021 - Current
- Managed daily lawn care operations and scheduling for residential and commercial clients.
- Operated lawn care equipment, prioritizing safety and maximizing operational efficiency.
- Maintained equipment and vehicle in good working order to prevent breakdowns and service delays.
- Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
- Developed customized estimates for potential clients, aligning services with individual needs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for the most competitive prices on supplies.
- Coordinated material purchases with suppliers, streamlining procurement processes.
School /PT urban bus driver
Bay Buses Ltd
Greeaton , Tauranga
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated various bus models to ensure safe and timely transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking for accessible service.
- Adhered to assigned routes while following traffic laws and regulations.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive passenger experiences.
Warehouse Coordinator
Genera Ltd
Mount Maunganui , Tauranga
06.2015 - 05.2020
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations and maintained efficient inventory flow.
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receiving, storing, sorting, and dispatching of goods.
- Managed shipments and ensured accurate documentation for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Organized and maintained inventory levels in the warehouse by properly stocking shelves, racks, pallets and bins.
- Executed unloading of dangerous goods using a forklift.
- Delivered dangerous goods products across North Island, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and timely service.
- Developed and maintained spreadsheets, invoices, and estimates using SAP software for accurate and timely documentation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Fraser High Shool
Hamilton, NZSkills
- Lawn care techniques
- Client estimation
- Project management
- Contract negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Lawn Care Business Owner
Paul's Mowing Services
09.2021 - Current
School /PT urban bus driver
Bay Buses Ltd
08.2021 - 02.2022
Warehouse Coordinator
Genera Ltd
06.2015 - 05.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Fraser High Shool