Shaun Ngatai
Panmure
Summary
Resourceful Yard Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in inventory management, logistics coordination, and safety compliance, ensuring smooth yard operations. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and team leadership to optimize workflow and meet operational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Yard Manager
Mitre10 Mega Manukau
Manukau
08.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily yard operations and coordinated team activities.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock for efficient access.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and proper equipment handling.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding product availability and location.
- Provided training sessions for new hires on proper handling techniques for cargo while working in the yard.
- Inspected incoming loads for damage before unloading them from trucks into storage areas.
- Oversaw the loading and unloading process of goods from containers into trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Collaborated with third-party logistics providers to optimize transportation routes for incoming and outgoing freight.
- Supervised yard staff, maintained records, and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of all shipments received at the yard, including delivery dates, quantities, weights.
- Conducted periodic inspections of the premises to identify any issues or deficiencies in safety standards or operational efficiency.
- Scheduled maintenance checks for trucks and other heavy equipment in the yard.
- Resolved discrepancies between actual shipments received versus expected deliveries based on order documents.
- Implemented effective strategies to reduce theft incidents within the facility by increasing security measures.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints regarding shipping delays or incorrect items shipped.
- Tracked shipments throughout their journey by communicating with customers, carriers, warehouse teams and other stakeholders involved in the process.
- Analyzed data collected from daily operations to identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of cost savings or increased efficiency.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and vendors.
- Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
Yard Worker
ITM DYSART
Glen innes
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely around the yard.
- Sorted and organized inventory for efficient access and storage.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the work area.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth daily operations and workflows.
- Trained new workers on safety procedures and equipment usage effectively.
- Implemented best practices for material handling to enhance efficiency.
- Operated lawn mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, and other tools.
- Transported materials such as soil, compost, rocks, gravel, via wheelbarrow or truck.
- Weeded flower beds and pruned hedges and shrubs.
- Used power tools such as drills and saws for various projects.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on vehicles used in yard work operations.
Education
Te Reo Maori
Tamaki College
Tamaki, Auck 08.1996 - 08.1998
Skills
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Staff training
- Load planning
- Customer service
- Logistics coordination
- Record keeping
- Route optimization
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Environmental awareness
- Budgeting and cost control
- Policy enforcement
- Scheduling and planning
- Warehouse operations
- Equipment assessment
- Personnel oversight
- Fleet management
- Safety management
- Incident reporting
- Supervisory skills
- Public speaking
- Teamwork
- Yard task delegation
- Team building
- Physical stamina
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self motivation
- Quick response time
- Multitasking capacity
- Safety conscious
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Yard Manager
Mitre10 Mega Manukau
08.2022 - Current
Yard Worker
ITM DYSART
08.2017 - 08.2022
Te Reo Maori
Tamaki College
08.1996 - 08.1998
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