Travis Preston
About Travis Preston
Travis Preston is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with a background in human resources and commerce. He has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including VenuesLive, Sodexo, and VGW, and has expertise in workforce optimization and negotiation within the mining and technology sectors.
Work at VGW
Travis Preston has been employed at VGW as a Talent Acquisition Specialist since 2021. In this role, he focuses on recruiting talent to support the company's growth and operational needs. His experience in human resources and commerce contributes to his effectiveness in identifying and attracting qualified candidates. His tenure at VGW has allowed him to apply his skills in workforce optimisation and negotiation, particularly within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Travis Preston holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a double major in Management and Human Resource Management from Curtin University, which he completed from 2014 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce from St Stephen's School, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in workforce optimisation and negotiation, particularly in the mining and technology sectors.
Background in Human Resources
Travis Preston has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various roles that enhance his expertise in talent acquisition. He served as a Human Resources Assistant at VenuesLive for nine months from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he completed a four-month internship at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia in 2016. His experience also includes a two-year position at CTI Logistics Limited in logistics and warehouse distribution.
Previous Experience at Sodexo
Before joining VGW, Travis Preston worked at Sodexo as a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant from 2018 to 2021. In this role, he was responsible for managing the recruitment process and collaborating with various departments to meet staffing needs. His experience at Sodexo further developed his skills in talent acquisition and human resources management.
Skills in Team Organisation and Management
Travis Preston possesses strong skills in team organisation and management. These skills are essential for his role in talent acquisition, where effective collaboration and communication are crucial. His ability to organise teams and manage recruitment processes contributes to his success in identifying and securing top talent for the organisations he has worked with.