Rhys Black
Forestry Management - Operations Manager
Wakefield
Summary
A collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote an engaged and empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings to achieve objectives in a timely manner.
A self-starter offering high-level experience in supervision and management of operations. Adept at identifying strengths and directing work alongside business colleagues and external stakeholders.
Attentive to detail, with realistic time management and a love to role the sleeves up and get stuck in to help achieve safety and environmental impact reduction objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Manager
IFS Growth Ltd
11.2021 - Current
- Refined existing methods, practices, and systems through encouraging team collaboration to reduce turnaround times, improve accuracy and consistency and optimise overall client satisfaction.
- Established positive and effective communication among staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and optimising team efficiencies.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve Delivery On Time In Full.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction, and work towards achieving Key Performance Indicators.
- Negotiated contracts with customers and suppliers to obtain pricing and terms for respective clients that provided point of difference.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail, to collaboratively work through and deal with any issues as the arise.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently, to build connections and nurture relationships for future proofing work programs.
Forester
IFS Growth Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Prepared detailed reports outlining progress towards meeting established objectives within specified timeframes.
- Implemented reforestation projects to develop long-term forest management plans, mainly to productive forests with some diverse native species where logical to ensure ecological sustainability and economic viability.
- Evaluated potential timber sales based on market conditions, landowner objectives, and ecological considerations for informed decision-making processes.
- Trained new foresters in field techniques, safety protocols, data collection methods leading to increased team efficiency.
Graduate Forester
IFS Growth Ltd
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Improved soil quality by employing erosion control measures, such as terracing and riparian buffers.
- Applied geospatial technology tools, including GIS and remote sensing, to analyze forest data for improved management decisions.
- Secured funding for forestry projects through grant writing and partnership development with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private entities.
- Evaluated potential timber sales based on market conditions, landowner objectives, and ecological considerations for informed decision-making processes.
- Planned efficient harvest operations that maximized yield while minimizing environmental impacts such as soil compaction or sedimentation in waterways.
Summer Inter
Pacific Forest Products Ltd
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Created and optimized records to coordinate and protect information.
- Trend analysis and worked with stakeholders to develop solutions.
- Completed quality control and research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forestry Science (Hons)
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, CAN 02.2015 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
James Hargest College
Invercargill, STL 04.2001 -
Skills
Supply chain and operational management
Contract management and operational supervision
Procurement and strategic planning
Research and data analysis
Land use planning
Analytical skill & problem-solving abilities
Adaptability
Written communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Sports
Over the past 5 years, I have transitioned into Football as my sport of preference.
Coming from a Southland Rugby upbringing, I provide the game with a lack of finesse but a great work ethic.
Captain of the Tahuna FC 3rd XI, we've recently been promoted to a higher division after having an undefeated season to take away the league and cup final.
I also sporadically make the golf greens and hunt on the hillsides around the region, although some may argue it's more of a walk than a successful hunt.
I enjoy the sense of comradery that comes from sports teams, and have been called competitive on numerous occasions, so enjoy the opportunity to participate in anything sporty.
Timeline
Operations Manager
IFS Growth Ltd
11.2021 - Current
Forester
IFS Growth Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2021
Graduate Forester
IFS Growth Ltd
12.2018 - 11.2019
Summer Inter
Pacific Forest Products Ltd
11.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Forestry Science (Hons)
University of Canterbury
02.2015 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
James Hargest College
04.2001 -