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Shanmuganathan Saranraj

Shanmuganathan Saranraj

Andrewes Close

Summary

Results-driven and adaptable professional with experience across civil site engineering, sales assistance, and warehouse operations. Proven ability to manage tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments, ensuring the timely completion of duties with a strong focus on quality and safety. Demonstrated success in coordinating operations, managing inventory, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Adept at problem-solving, following operational procedures, and maintaining a high level of accuracy. Enthusiastic about applying hands-on expertise and organizational skills to contribute effectively in a warehouse operative role

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales assistant

RN retailer
Leicester, Leicestershire
12.2023 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
  • Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Organised displays to promote inventory and encourage customer purchases.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Trained new staff members, fostering a supportive working environment.

Warehouse operator

Amazon Logistics
Derby, Leicestershire
09.2024 - 12.2025
  • Efficiently stowed and organized products using scanning systems to ensure accurate inventory management.
  • Operated warehouse machinery and equipment, maintaining safety standards and procedures.
  • Managed product movement within the warehouse, contributing to optimized workflow and timely order fulfillment.
  • Conducted quality control checks to ensure all items met company standards before dispatch.
  • Collaborated with team members and supervisors to meet daily performance targets.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote operational efficiency.

Site supervisor

Hyndai Rotem
Qatar
07.2017 - 11.2022
  • Monitored project progress, ensuring adherence to set timelines.
  • Updated managers on project progress for improved forward planning.
  • Supervised ongoing construction works, verifying against specifications.
  • Coordinated daily briefings for improved team understanding of project goals.
  • Managed site resources, maximising utility and reducing waste.
  • Identified project issues quickly to minimise delays.
  • Complied with all health and safety regulations, maintaining an accident-free work environment.
  • Achieved smooth workflow with efficient delegation of tasks.
  • Supervised specialist sub-contractors by providing thorough induction and delegating tasks.
  • Monitored progress to determine timely completion aligned to detailed design specifications.
  • Led labouring teams by driving continued productivity to reach targets.
  • Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.
  • Improved team efficiency through implementing effective communication systems.
  • Interpreted construction specifications to plan and implement effective schedules.
  • Procured necessary materials for uninterrupted workflow at the construction site.
  • Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports detailing project progress and challenges encountered during execution phases.
  • Negotiated cost-efficient supplier contracts to reduce project expenditure.
  • Liaised with coordinating construction teams to synchronise workflows.
  • Prioritised tasks and adjusted schedules following good weather.
  • Assessed construction constraints to appropriately determine planning requirements.
  • Scheduled staff and contractor shifts to meet construction project demands.
  • Oversaw subcontractor activities to ensure alignment with overall project objectives.
  • Recruited and onboarded required contractors and subcontractors for maximised project efficiency.
  • Sourced cost-effective materials and equipment, keeping projects within budgets.
  • Administered budgets, tracked expenses and documented changes for accurate cost controls.

Construction site engineer trainee

Vishnu Properties Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2015 - 11.2016
  • Supervised site work to verify quality and safety standards ahead of sign off.
  • Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and labourers to deliver on projects.
  • Documented daily progress, incidents and issue resolutions for accurate site records.
  • Oversaw Quality Control (QC) for construction teams, delivering results in line with project specifications.
  • Checked technical drawings for adherence to standards, maintaining operational compliance.
  • Monitored and maintained health and safety standards for site compliance.
  • Motivated site teams to achieve quality results against construction deadlines.
  • Inspected sites to verify safety and environmental conformance ahead of work commencement.
  • Prevented project delays through carefully considered risk and feasibility assessments.
  • Delegated tasks and communicated deadlines to maintain good project progress.
  • Oversaw selection and requisition of materials.
  • Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments and associated documents.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Civil Engineering

British College of Applied Studies
Colombo

Skills

  • Self-motivation
  • Customer engagement
  • Positive attitude
  • Time-management
  • Cash handling
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Decision making
  • Critical-thinking
  • Relationship-building
  • Computer literate
  • Proactive approach
  • Strategic planning
  • Risk management

Languages

Tamil
Native
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Warehouse operator

Amazon Logistics
09.2024 - 12.2025

Sales assistant

RN retailer
12.2023 - Current

Site supervisor

Hyndai Rotem
07.2017 - 11.2022

Construction site engineer trainee

Vishnu Properties Pvt Ltd
10.2015 - 11.2016

Higher National Diploma - Civil Engineering

British College of Applied Studies
Shanmuganathan Saranraj