Lisa Grantham

Operations & Services Management Professional
Horsham, AU.

About

Highly accomplished Operations and Services Management professional with over two decades of experience driving efficiency, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes across diverse industries including healthcare, civil construction, retail, and legal services. Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage comprehensive administrative, HR, and financial functions, and build strong stakeholder relationships. Adept at leveraging strong organizational skills, strategic problem-solving, and a people-focused approach to achieve measurable results and foster positive organizational outcomes.

Work

headspace | Uniting (Vic/Tas)
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Manager of Operations / Administration Client Services

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Summary

Led operational accreditation and tender submissions for a new facility, ensuring compliance and strategic growth for mental health services.

Highlights

Collaborated with a 2-member team to successfully achieve contracted Accreditation with headspace National, ensuring operational compliance every three years.

Oversaw the comprehensive preparation and submission of a Tender for a new headspace presence in Hamilton, Victoria, demonstrating strategic project management.

Arjays Sales & Services and Rod Rocket Enterprises
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Manager of Administration / Finance / PA

Pinelands, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

Managed comprehensive administration, finance, and human resources for civil construction and retail businesses, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.

Highlights

Served as primary contact for all Suppliers, Clients, Stakeholders, and Insurers, streamlining inquiries across Administration, HR, Tenders, and Finance functions.

Directed all aspects of Contract Works mobilization for work crews and sub-contractors, optimizing workflow and productivity via an electronic planning board.

Prepared and controlled Government Tender submission documents and Contract works documentation, ensuring compliance and successful project delivery.

Managed Indigenous Grants workers' mobilization and served as project manager, conducting audits to ensure compliance with Tender quotes.

Maintained currency and compliance of various electronic spreadsheet-based databases, ensuring all colleagues and subcontractors held current insurances, induction, and trade certificates.

Glover & Glover (Residential / Commercial & Civil Construction & Maintenance)
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Operations | Mobilisation & Maintenance Manager HR Officer

Winnellie, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

Managed comprehensive operations, mobilization, maintenance, and HR functions for a residential, commercial, and civil construction firm.

Highlights

Mobilized work crews and oversaw projects, ensuring efficient deployment and execution of construction works.

Prepared residential Client Building Contracts, Building Applications, permits, and Government Tender submissions, ensuring comprehensive documentation and compliance.

Resolved complaints and grievances by employing empathy and a non-judgmental approach, fostering positive outcomes and restoring goodwill among all parties.

Ensured document compliance and control for SWMS / JSEA's / WAF's, completion documents, and certificates, facilitating timely payment for services provided.

Maintained compliance of electronic spreadsheet-based databases, ensuring all colleagues and subcontractors held current insurances, induction certificates, and trade certificates.

Kentz Engineers & Constructors – SNC Lavalin – Inpex/Ichthys Project
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Mobilisation Coordinator/HR Administrator

Bladin Point, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

Coordinated mobilization of new recruits and managed HR administration for the Inpex project, ensuring compliance and efficient onboarding.

Highlights

Achieved autonomous responsibility for mobilizing new recruitment employees to Kentz within one week of handover, ensuring compliance, travel, accommodation, and site induction.

Served as Indigenous Liaison Field Officer, collaborating with Indigenous staff for project induction and managing daily onsite attendance while promoting cultural awareness.

Quickly expanded role to encompass HR Administration, including managing leave requests, sick leave reporting, and short-notice staff relocation and priority position infill.

Tschirpig Conveyancing
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Manager of Business / HR & Finance – Conveyancing Clerk

Coconut Grove, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

Managed business operations, HR, finance, and conveyancing processes for a law firm, ensuring compliance and seamless client transactions.

Highlights

Functioned as a Conveyancing Clerk, preparing Sale and Purchase Contracts and liaising with stakeholders to ensure seamless processes and timely settlements.

Managed all aspects of business operations, including marketing, advertising, general business, registration, and compliance, optimizing firm visibility and adherence to regulations.

Oversaw staff recruitment, probation monitoring, annual reviews, and incentive strategy reports, leading to improved staff retention and growth.

Managed full-cycle accounts, including weekly/month-end reconciliations, wages, payroll, and BAS preparation for both the company and the Director's personal finances.

Implemented dispute resolution processes and mentored staff to enhance workflow and productivity, fostering positive team dynamics.

Managed Director's personal investment portfolio, trust accounts, and business bank accounts, ensuring financial accuracy and preparing tax documentation.

Maintained and updated the Company website with current Industry and Government Property Incentive Scheme information, enhancing client access to critical data.

Westerns Investigations
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Licensed Factual/Private Investigator/Surveillance

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

Conducted factual and private investigations, surveillance, and legal document services for various claims and legal matters.

Highlights

Conducted factual investigations for workers' compensation, workplace grievances, spousal infidelity, missing persons, and general insurance claims, providing comprehensive evidence.

Performed video recording and covert surveillance ('track and trail') to gather critical evidence for legal cases.

Processed and served legal documents to defendants and involved parties in civil matters, retrieving documents and filing court and regulatory body papers.

Maintained strict confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling sensitive information, ensuring court admissibility and client trust.

P.T. Bajra Mandalasakti Perth Office
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Australian Administration / Logistics Consultant

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Summary

Consulted on administration and logistics, coordinating procurement, freight, and documentation for international operations.

Highlights

Coordinated with suppliers, stakeholders, and freight forwarders to monitor project schedules and ensure timely inbound and outbound movement of materials.

Reviewed and approved critical freight documentation (Bill of Lading, Airway Bill, Packing Lists, Performa Invoices, Insurance Certificate, Country of Origin Certificate), ensuring compliance.

Resolved conflicts through direct mediation without impacting project schedule, maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Collated monthly invoicing against freight documentation, ensuring all goods were received and programmed for timely creditor payments.

Provided weekly and monthly progress reports, enhancing transparency and communication for stakeholders.

Mareena Purslowe & Associates / Simplicity Funerals
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Funeral Arranger / Mortuary Attendant / Coronial Transfer Attendant

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Summary

Provided compassionate funeral arrangements and mortuary services, supporting bereaved families and managing sensitive situations with professionalism.

Highlights

Served as the first point of contact for bereaved families, providing empathetic and professional support during highly emotional periods.

Managed after-hours Coronial contract duties, including preparing and transferring deceased individuals while maintaining composure in sensitive situations.

Prepared and managed children and babies for funeral services, instilling trust in grieving parents and often leading to arranging funerals and post-funeral grief recovery sessions.

Demonstrated conscious awareness and sensitivity to diverse cultural traditions regarding the preparation of the deceased, funerals, grief, and mourning.

Education

SCIA
Perth, WA, Australia

Modules

Mortuary Science

The Australian College of Private Investigators
Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Diploma

Private Investigation

Certificates

WZ2 Traffic Management - Traffic Controller

Issued By

N/A

WZ3 Traffic Management - Traffic Management Implementer

Issued By

N/A

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Issued By

Galaxy Training Pty Ltd (RTO)

Responsible Gambling Services

Issued By

Galaxy Training Pty Ltd (RTO)

Train the Trainer

Issued By

Cannington TAFE Centre

Customer Service Skills

Issued By

Cannington TAFE Centre

Skills

Management & Operations

Operations Management, Services Management, Administration Management, HR Management, Financial Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Workflow Optimization, Process Improvement, Resource Mobilization.

Compliance & Governance

Accreditation, Legislative Adherence, Regulatory Compliance, Document Control, Contract Management, Audit Reporting, Risk Mitigation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Client Relations, Supplier Management, Stakeholder Communication, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Community Engagement.

Financial & Administrative Functions

Accounts Management, Payroll Processing, BAS Preparation, Reconciliations, Invoicing, Data Entry, Record Keeping, MYOB.

Human Resources

Recruitment, Onboarding, Staff Mobilization, Performance Review, Grievance Resolution, Leave Management, Indigenous Liaison.

Strategic & Analytical Skills

Strategic Planning, Tender Preparation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Reporting, Market Research.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication, Written Communication, Active Listening, Empathy, Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Presentation Skills.

Technical & Industry-Specific

Conveyancing, Private Investigation, Surveillance, Funeral Arranging, Mortuary Attending, Logistics Coordination, Freight Documentation, Traffic Management (WZ2, WZ3).

Licenses & Clearances

Working with Children Check (Victoria), National Police Clearance, Construction Induction (White Card), VIC Heavy Combination HC Driver's Licence, Open R Motor Bike Licence, FL (Forklift) Licence, Private Investigators Licence.

Interests

Family & Leisure

Time with adult children, Water Sports, Bicycle Riding, Classic cars & antique homewares.

Personal Development

Technology, Maintaining an active, fit, and healthy lifestyle, Good non-fiction reads.

References

Mr. Steven Wild

Project Manager, Glover & Glover, Ph: 0432 822 094