ANDREW FOSTER
Eastleigh,Hampshire
Summary
I would like to class myself as a highly skilled and conscientious individual who possesses a very strong work ethic and is always keen to progress.
Has proven to be a very competent member of a company that will manage teams to produce results of high standards, whilst ensuring safety is paramount within the workplace.
Demonstrates excellent client communication skills and has a proven track record of problem solving. Highly sound and practical solutions for improvements regarding service company practices, client support and the training of apprentices.
I believe in building a strong foundation with my workforce so that when the structure is built we are strong together.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Site Supervisor
Veolia UK
Otterbourne, Hampshire
02.2023 - Current
- Closely managed site operations, keeping team production at optimal pace.
- Administered budgets, tracked expenses and documented changes for accurate cost controls.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials, researching best prices to reduce costs for the company.
- Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff well being and company compliance.
- Utilised tools, machinery and equipment following safety measures.
- Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
- Controlled resources by department or project and tracked use in [Software].
- Upheld highest quality standards in various tasks to achieve exceptional finished-project results.
- Managed site safety and security to prevent intrusion, criminal activity, vandalism and risk to workers.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Researched competitors sales activities and reported findings to manager.
Senior Contracts Supervisor
Altrad Services
Southampton, HAMPSHIRE
06.2003 - 02.2023
- Analysed and developed procurement plans with cost-effective solutions and increased purchase power.
- Facilitated project delivery by procuring raw materials and supplies.
- Created tender evaluation criteria for assessing and selecting suppliers.
- Supported procurement strategies, assessing objectives and implementing necessary service improvements.
- Collaborated with technical experts in managing contracting and vetting processes for issued tenders.
- Delivered tactical cost savings by negotiating advantageous terms and conditions for new contracts.
- Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.
- Assessed supplier base and categorised spending based on strategic and operational requirements.
- Built productive relationships with clients, communicated updates and sought mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.
- Developed professional expertise through training and mentorship to boost service delivery.
- Worked with department heads to determine requirements for procurement activities.
- Supported daily operations to improve outcomes.
- Followed all health and safety protocols to safeguard team and company assets.
- Prepared equipment and materials in alignment with project requirements.
- Prioritised competing tasks and utilised precise time management to meet stringent deadlines.
- Communicated professionally across all enterprise levels to build strong rapport.
- Defused high-tension situations with tactful communication and emotionally intelligent conflict resolution.
Warehouse Supervisor
Palmer & Harvey McLane Ltd
Fareham, Hampshire
10.1999 - 05.2003
- Minimised accidents and near misses with rigorous health and safety training.
- Enhanced picking and packing output through targeted team coaching and feedback.
- Investigated process faults and devised targeted solutions.
- Operated forklifts and low level order pickers with precision.
- Delivered performance appraisals to drive team productivity.
- Managed warehouse inventories, suggesting and implementing ideas to improve product movement processes.
- Improved warehouse layout to maximise storage space.
- Briefed team on productivity targets and process changes.
- Delegated tasks and coordinated warehouse workflow to support continuous productivity.
- Monitored warehouse safety and swiftly resolved hazards.
- Enforced safety measures and proper use of PPE.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks in alignment with safety protocols.
- Exceeded warehouse productivity targets with consistent operational oversight.
Education
GCSEs - Business studies
Bridgemary School
Gosport 09.1992 - 07.1997
GNVQ - Business Studies
Fareham College
Fareham 08.1997 - 06.1998
Skills
- Operations management
- Safety management
- Project coordination
- Employee management
- Contract management
- Behavioural safety
- Construction site management
- Site inductions
- Business development
- Health and Safety at Work Act
- Toolbox talks
- Emergency first aid
- Security awareness
- Site risk management
- Performance development planning
- Workforce development
- Customer rapport
- Commercial awareness
- Coaching leadership
- Operations oversight
- Policy development
- Project budgeting
- Financial management
- Integrative negotiation
- Contract variations
- Equipment supply management
- Recruitment processes
- Record-keeping
- Evidence collection and review
- Documentation skills
- Procurement
- Budgeting
- Pricing structures
- Purchasing
- Safety awareness
- Calibration understanding
- Excellent communication skills
- Material storage systems
- Quality analysis
- Visual management tools
- Waste elimination techniques
- Team player
- Site preparation
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Veolia UK
02.2023 - Current
Senior Contracts Supervisor
Altrad Services
06.2003 - 02.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
Palmer & Harvey McLane Ltd
10.1999 - 05.2003
GNVQ - Business Studies
Fareham College
08.1997 - 06.1998
GCSEs - Business studies
Bridgemary School
09.1992 - 07.1997
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