{"id":26782,"date":"2024-09-11T14:44:27","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T04:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=26782"},"modified":"2024-12-17T13:16:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T02:16:04","slug":"kickstart-a-career-in-the-fast-lane-with-bridgestone-aleeshas-career-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/kickstart-a-career-in-the-fast-lane-with-bridgestone-aleeshas-career-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Kickstart a Career in the Fast Lane with Bridgestone: Aleesha&#8217;s Career Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Think working in the tyre industry is just for guys who love getting their hands dirty? Think again! In this eye-opening interview, we sit down with Aleesha, an Assistant Store Manager at Bridgestone, to debunk the myths and highlight the diverse opportunities in the tyre world.<\/p>\n<p>Aleesha shares her journey from an administrative role to managing one of Bridgestone\u2019s largest commercial sites in Australia. She discusses how the industry has evolved, the company\u2019s commitment to sustainability, and the importance of a positive workplace culture. With a focus on safety, growth, and inclusivity, Aleesha\u2019s story challenges stereotypes and shows how anyone, regardless of gender, can thrive in this dynamic field.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re curious about career paths outside the typical office environment and want to hear from someone who\u2019s found success in an unexpected place, this video is for you. Dive into Aleesha\u2019s experience and discover how Bridgestone is driving for a more inclusive and supportive industry.<\/p>\n<div class=\"o-fluid-object o-fluid-object--4by3\" data-aspectratio=\"0.66667\"><iframe title=\"Kickstart a Career in the Fast Lane with Bridgestone: Aleesha&#039;s Career Journey\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9e2l2zp9d_k?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3>Find Out More<\/h3>\n<p>At Bridgestone, career opportunities extend far beyond traditional roles. Bridgestone prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every individual\u2019s contributions are valued. From hands-on roles in tyre fitting and technical services to dynamic positions in management and corporate functions, Bridgestone offers a variety of career paths suited to different skills and interests.<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about roles at Bridgestone and how you can get on an unexpected and varied career path, check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/employers\/bridgestone\/\">employer profile<\/a> now!<\/p>\n<h3>Video Transcript<\/h3>\n<p>That stereotype of it being a boys\u2019 club because it&#8217;s quite labour-intensive work simply isn&#8217;t true.<\/p>\n<p>Hi, I\u2019m Aleesha, and I work for Bridgestone as an Assistant Store Manager at our Rockley store in Queensland.<\/p>\n<p>Bridgestone is a global market leader in the tyre industry, with a strong presence in every country. We\u2019re also committed to sustainability, taking numerous steps to be environmentally friendly.<\/p>\n<p>In my role as Assistant Store Manager at one of our largest commercial sites in Australia, I handle day-to-day operations, lead safety activities and audits, and support our staff. This includes exploring their future with Bridgestone and finding ways to support their growth.<\/p>\n<p>My role is more office-based, which aligns well with my career path. While I have a lot of knowledge about the staff\u2019s floor activities and tyre changing, my focus is on ensuring everyone&#8217;s safety and helping them work at their best capacity. What I do now\u2014taking care of the staff\u2014wasn\u2019t what I initially envisioned as a career. However, after moving states and starting at this particular store, I realised it was a great company to work for and decided to stay.<\/p>\n<p>I didn\u2019t have a specific career path in mind but chose to follow the opportunities that came my way. My passion for working at Bridgestone has grown over time, and I\u2019ve learned a lot about career development from within the company.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re open to taking opportunities as they arise, people are more willing to invest in you and teach you the skills you need. When I recruit staff, I focus on the attitude they bring to work.<\/p>\n<p>The culture at Bridgestone is the best I\u2019ve experienced. We prioritise safety, and the safety culture here is exceptional. Everything revolves around ensuring everyone gets home safe at the end of the day. The workplace is also fun and light-hearted, with staff enjoying a good sense of humour while working.<\/p>\n<p>That old stereotype of the tyre industry being a labour-intensive boys&#8217; club just isn\u2019t accurate. We have many females working on the floor in tyre fitting and in our corporate environment. 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