Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Scott Brennand

Auckland

Summary

Dedicated Canadian Kiwi Citizen with over 12 years of residency in this beautiful country. Skilled in welding, carpentry, television production, project and operations management. Excel in managing installation projects with a focus on teamwork and adaptability. Proficient in troubleshooting, technical installations, and ensuring high-quality results. Committed to achieving project goals efficiently. Prepared to invest 100% in the position and company for a mutually beneficial partnership. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Installer Aluminum Facades

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate installations.
  • Reduced installation errors, implementing thorough quality control measures.
  • Mentored junior installers, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and professionalism throughout the entire installation process.
  • Provided on-site supervision, ensuring proper adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
  • Exceeded company targets consistently by completing high-quality installations ahead of deadlines.
  • Streamlined installation processes for increased productivity and faster project completion.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.

Project Manager

Insol
11.2020 - 11.2022
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for projects ranging from $10,000 - $1 million+.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.

2IC to Operations Manager & Special Projects Manager

Pick A Part Holdings Ltd
11.2012 - 11.2020
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
  • Managed multiple projects including implementation of a Data Analysis System, Social Media Platforms, Advertising and Vehicle Procurement.
  • Supervised a team of four Call Center Representatives and co-managed six area managers to ensure daily & weekly targets achieved.
  • Established and maintained multiple partnerships outside organization that supplied consistent and steady income into business.
  • Maintained up-to-date on business operations as well as positive and negative impacts.
  • Successfully lowered spend within company while boosting sales up to twenty percent in areas.
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation for all financial department procedures.
  • Suggested budgetary changes to increase company profits.
  • Hit all KPI's introduced into my roles and positions.

Producer, Editor and VIDEOGRAPHER

Wild TV Network
08.2007 - 11.2012
  • Wrote, edited and produced shows for multiple television series, including Internet and digital channels.
  • Supervised staff, including offering feedback and enforcing deadlines.
  • Arranged and edited footage for broadcast using Apple Final Cut Pro.
  • Oversaw all phases of video production for multiple television shows, from pre-production to post-production.
  • Discussed marketing goals with clients to identify their needs and articulate them to the marketing team.
  • Operated cameras during shooting.

Home Builder, Foreman and Self Employed

McCool Construction Corporation
07.2000 - 08.2007
  • Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work.
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Estimated costs and set quality standards.
  • Installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints.
  • Understood steps needed to complete a home from the start to the finish.
  • Used machines and tools such as nail guns, saws and grinders safely and with accuracy.
  • Efficiently met deadlines under weather and time constraints.
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.

Apprentice Welder

Suncor Energy, Syncrude Energy and many sites called out to.
01.1997 - 06.2000
  • Maintained equipment in good working order.
  • Fetched materials, equipment and tools for welding professionals.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Trained with company experts to weld intricate parts.
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine.
  • Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.

Tree Planter

Silverado Silviculture
04.1994 - 10.1997
  • Probably the hardest work I've ever done. Planted thousands of tree's per day in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia. Paid per tree so the harder you worked the more you earned. Averaged earnings of $250-$3oo per day at the young age of 17-20. Seasonal work and I did it from Spring to Fall.

Education

GED -

Ross Sheppard Composite College
Edmonton, AB

Skills

  • Extremely quick learner
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Project management experience
  • Process implementation
  • Team leadership
  • Self-motivated
  • Data analysis
  • Customer service
  • Computer literate
  • Fluent in English
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Goal-oriented
  • Creative problem solver
  • Motivated team player
  • Power tools operation
  • System installations
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Customer relations

Certification

  • Certified Forklift Licence.
  • Currently up to scratch with the ever changing OSHA.
  • Experience working with EMA.
  • Seminars in SEO and Social Media platforms to enhance business.

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Camping
  • Road Trips

Timeline

Lead Installer Aluminum Facades

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current

Project Manager

Insol
11.2020 - 11.2022

2IC to Operations Manager & Special Projects Manager

Pick A Part Holdings Ltd
11.2012 - 11.2020

Producer, Editor and VIDEOGRAPHER

Wild TV Network
08.2007 - 11.2012

Home Builder, Foreman and Self Employed

McCool Construction Corporation
07.2000 - 08.2007

Apprentice Welder

Suncor Energy, Syncrude Energy and many sites called out to.
01.1997 - 06.2000

Tree Planter

Silverado Silviculture
04.1994 - 10.1997

GED -

Ross Sheppard Composite College
Scott Brennand