Fuelled By People - Meet Johnny Murphy

Everyone has a story to tell. Find out how Johnny's journey brought him to Morgan Fuels.

Johnny worked for 34 years in his previous role before retiring at the age of 74. After three years in retirement, he decided he wanted to return to work.

"What killed me was that at 77 years young I felt I was on the scrap heap. No one wanted my physical ability or my brain power. But my life completely changed after answering my last chance advertisement."

Johnny wanted to get himself back out there and be part of a team again.

"From my successful interview to working at Morgan Fuels, my life has returned to being that of a real man."

You may be curious about what a typical day looks like for Johnny at Morgan Fuels and what he gets up to throughout the day.

Johnny's main responsibilities include ensuring customers are well looked after, keeping the premises clean and making sure all cash is accounted for.

Johnny also takes great pride in helping customers who may need a little extra assistance.

"What I am most proud of is providing personal customer care, particularly helping elderly customers who may have difficulty using the pumps or getting in and out of their vehicles."

It's more than just a job. Here's a glimpse into Johnny's experience at Morgan Fuels.

Johnny enjoys all elements of his role at Morgan Fuels, but said that the thing he enjoys most is working with the team, whether that is CEO Hugh Morgan or the bulldozer driver. All the staff have created a happy and supportive atmosphere for him.

"The best thing about working here is the care and respect given from top to bottom. Being well respected is a fantastic feeling."

He said that the team at Morgan Fuels is fantastic and always willing to lend a helping hand.

Johnny believes that working at Morgan Fuels has not only allowed him to gain knowledge of the company, but also helped him learn more about himself as a person.

The difference a small gesture can make.

For Johnny, finding one memorable moment was a struggle, despite only being at Morgan Fuels for eight weeks.

"One memorable moment was realising that I was recognised by the CEO of a multinational company. He bought me a coffee and later discussed our shared views on running and work ethic, saying, 'Rust will never sleep on either of us.' Wow, such respect."

Outside of the workplace, Johnny enjoys keeping fit and going to the gym regularly. He also loves going out for meals with his wife.

"Since joining Morgan Fuels, I feel more financially secure and can enjoy dinner dates with my very understanding wife without worrying about the cost of a good bottle of wine."

You may know Johnny from your interactions with him at Morgan Fuels, but did you know this about him?

"When I became General Manager of a company in East Africa, I was kidnapped at gunpoint, arrested at a South African airport and also spent 12 hours in a Nairobi jail."

Now that's a story we don't all have to share!

Johnny's story is just one example of the people who keep Morgan Fuels moving every day. Through teamwork, opportunity and a shared commitment to service, it's clear that at Morgan Fuels, everything truly is fuelled by people.

"I have only been at Morgan Fuels for a short time, but the care, respect, trust and cooperation will keep me here for as long as I'm wanted."

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