Andrew Hayward

• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Worked outside in all weather conditions.
• Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
• Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
• Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.

• Founded and Operated a Successful short and long haul trucking company
• Directly managed dispatching duties for a fleet of vehicles, coodinating complex multi-point schedules
• Oversaw all aspects of the business including driver recruitment, logbook auditing, fleet management and financial budgeting
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.

Spearheaded major municipal projects, including the development of the Louis Creek Industrial ParK

Collaborated closely with Province of B.C. , Thompson Nicola Regional District, and the Simpwc First Nation to impleme3nt the regional Eco-Depot and update local economic development bylaws

Managed stakleholder relations between government bodies, first nations ,private contractors and community members to streamline regional growth and industrial zoning