General Manager
Geotech
Total years of experience :16 years, 9 Months
Geotech Jan 2014 - Present
General Manager
Accountable for formulating and implementing strategic priorities in the energy and resource markets while undertaking full P&L accountability.
Developing business by strengthening customer relations through regular engagement with key stakeholders and clients.
Developing system integral to the business including safety management, project management and plant management.
Managing activities related to cost control and capital expenditure as well as creating and implementing maintenance programme, managing critical spares and procuring new plant.
Effectively managing staff and operations within a complex regulatory environment.
Adapting and implementing change management plans.
Coe May 2012 - Dec 2013
General Manager - Coal and Energy
Effectively led and managed business including involvement in strategic business planning and implementation.
Oversaw activities relating to operations, sales, business development, financial, HSEQ, logistics and HR.
Developed and managed business development requirements including creation/maintenance of strong client relations focusing on tendering, contract negotiations and contract value added principles.
Prepared and maintained business financial documents and procedures including budgets and financial statements.
Directed and coordinated activities of business and departments concerned along with delivery of a cost-effective product and services.
Developed and implemented OHS&E systems and procedures for daily business operations as well as training systems.
Selected and procured appropriate plant and equipment to meet requirements of business strategy and client needs.
Determined staffing requirements, conducted interviews and hired and trained new employees.
Provided effective and positive communications with external and internal stakeholders.
AJ Lucas Sep 2008 - May 2012
Divisional Manager - Asset, Planning and Development May 2012
Maximised efficiency of business unit and achieved maximum availability with minimum cost.
Restructured division to meet current and future business strategies and structure; also rebuilt division with relocation of crew, equipment, workshops and warehouses.
Planned, maintained and developed existing assets such as facilities, support equipment and plant as well as future assets in support of profitable growth strategy of the business.
Implemented effective strategies to position the business with the latest plant and equipment technology.
Regional Manager Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
Undertook responsibility of managing entire operation of their Queensland division and ensuring its safe and efficient operations while liaising with clients including Anglo American, Xstrata, BMA and Arrow Energy.
Oversaw operations of their regional plant and equipment division.
Maintained professional lines of communications with external and internal stakeholders.
Developed and managed procurement and logistics systems/processes for their business unit.
Responsible for management of all regional facilities consisting four yards, stores warehouse, office facilities workshop facilities in locations all over Queensland
Spearheaded and facilitated continuous process improvement.
Project Manager Sep 2008 - Jan 2010
Managed and ensured successful completion of various projects in oil and gas production as well as their minerals exploration division.
Provided technical and operations support while liaising with various clients including Santos, Origin, AGL, Eastern Star Gas, Arrow Energy and Peabody.
Investigated and resolved site engineering problems/issues; also involved in cost and revenue budget control and reporting.
Coordinated and supervised major plant shutdowns, testing and commissioning activities while monitoring safety and implementing quality assurance documentation.
Participated in site and client meetings while providing appropriate feedback internally and externally.
Orica Aug 2007 - Sep 2008
Operations Manager
Advanced Diploma - Project Management | Australian Institute Project Management, Sydney 2011
Diploma of Business (Frontline Management) | Australian National Training, Canberra 2007