Joel Brown

Recognition for the implementation of complete store refit, Big Top Maroochydore Store Woolworths Ltd Oct 2014 I oversaw the complete refit of the Big Top Maroochydore Store and led the team to significant growth in both stores, exceeding previous year’s figures.

Fastracker of the Year 2013 Woolworths Ltd Jul 2013 In 2012 I was selected for the Fastrack Program to Management and Leadership. The program has been developed specifically for employees in operations (Stores and Distribution Centres) and aims to build skilled retailers with a focus on diversity of experience and thinking across multiple brands early in their careers. The emphasis is on identifying and developing talent for future management and leadership roles.

National Paul Simon's Award Finalist Woolworths Ltd Jul 2013 The Paul Simons Award is an annual award aimed at encouraging the development of trainees within Woolworths. The Award recognises and rewards outstanding trainees, and graduates in our organisation, with development and learning opportunities.

Implementation of the 'Take 5 Program' Woolworths Ltd My ability to improve a store safety record is attributed through implementing a ‘take 5’ approach in which team members take 5 minutes before starting their shift to answer a few quick questions regarding safety. This then puts safety at the forefront of their minds and helps create a safe team environment. In addition, I look after all return to work team members, and I am responsible for instilling a safety first culture within my team. This has proved to be highly successful reducing… Show more My ability to improve a store safety record is attributed through implementing a ‘take 5’ approach in which team members take 5 minutes before starting their shift to answer a few quick questions regarding safety. This then puts safety at the forefront of their minds and helps create a safe team environment. In addition, I look after all return to work team members, and I am responsible for instilling a safety first culture within my team. This has proved to be highly successful reducing incidents by 25%. Show less