John Coat
About John Coat
John Coat serves as the Professional Services Director at FAIR Consulting Group, where he focuses on building communities and ensuring alignment between technical design and business needs. With over 15 years of experience in IT management and analysis, he has held various leadership roles in notable organizations such as Spotlight, CitiPower, and BHP Billiton.
Current Role at FAIR Consulting Group
John Coat serves as the Professional Services Director at FAIR Consulting Group, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on reinventing, implementing, and maintaining both new and legacy systems, architecture, and data quality. His responsibilities include ensuring that technical designs align with functional requirements, which helps bridge the gap between Information Technology and business needs. He is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Previous Experience in IT Management
John Coat has over 15 years of experience in IT management and analysis. He has held various roles in major organizations, including Application Team Leader at Spotlight, CitiPower, and Powercor, as well as SAP Program Leader at EnergyAustralia and TRUenergy. His career includes significant positions at BHP Billiton Petroleum, where he worked as a Management Accountant IT and IT Systems Analyst. These roles have contributed to his expertise in delivering high-quality work through effective documentation, training, and support.
Educational Background
John Coat studied at William Angliss College, where he achieved a Diploma in Management from 1990 to 1992. He also attended Swinburne University, earning a Certificate in Accounting. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both management and accounting, which supports his professional endeavors in IT and business alignment.
Community Building and Team Leadership
John Coat is recognized for his ability to build communities both internally and externally. He fosters strong relationships with colleagues, partners, outsourced providers, and customers. His insight into team dynamics and relationship building has been a key factor in aligning business and support teams towards common goals. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and communication, which enhances team performance.
Focus on Quality and Timely Delivery
In his professional roles, John Coat emphasizes the importance of high-quality and timely work delivery. He focuses on thorough documentation, training, and support to ensure that teams understand business needs effectively. His approach aims to enhance operational efficiency and ensure that projects meet their objectives within set timelines.