Greater Adelaide Area
Professional, dedicated, strategic and results driven Manager with experience in managing large teams to ensure that objectives are in line with the strategic direction of the business. Ability to deliver major projects on time and within budget. Success in introducing cultural change in the workplace using strong communication skills and best practice manufacturing tools: 5’S, SMED and lean principles, 3Whys. A unique hands-on approach with team, developing trust and an understanding of individual needs and capabilities. Assists individuals to deliver their own goals, bringing together diverse groups of people to deliver business objectives. “Low cost conversion with quality with a customer centric focus” Delivering on strategic management plans and product growth through innervations, delivery and sales. Experienced operational / state manager, I have vast experience leading successful teams within a variety of multi-site FMCG, general manufacturing and engineering operations including food, beverage (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), print, extrusion, packaging and recycling.
Global leader in the recovery and re-manufacturing of primary resources, extracting maximum value from materials otherwise destined for landfill, Our Process Engineered Fuel (PEF) has a lower emissions profile which displaces fossil fuels, while reducing CO2. The use of our alterative manufactured fuel helps to protect and preserve the environment while mitigating the impacts of climate change.
To manage the SUEZ-ResourceCo Alternative Fuels (SRCo) focusing on delivering an efficient, safe, cost effective business while driving customer satisfaction, as we process various commercial & industrial (C&I) and construction & demolition (C&D) waste into alternative fuels for a environmentally sustainable solutions for energy substitution.
Astelec Pty Ltd is a privately-owned company specialising in the telecommunications and construction sector. With an industry reputation for quality and delivery to various carrier networks that meet client’s needs. Responsible for the leadership, strategic direction and goal setting of the Operational team. Working closely with the Executive team to envision and deliver on strategic objectives for the company with specific focus on operational excellence and results.
Total responsibility for the management of SA & WA recycling sector stretching across 7 different locations, Full responsibility of driving strategy & business direction, along with servicing of existing customer base while driving market penetration. Major focus on safety and compliance, standardisation between businesses and financial controls while at all times reviewing daily operations to ensure demands are met. Scope; • Coached the SA & WA team to understand and deliver on their responsibilities and objectives and ensured their objectives are in line with the business objectives. • Used strong ongoing value analysis, planning, costing and assignment of tasks to ensure they are able to meet strategic and operational goals. • Lead change and drive improvement across all areas including site amalgamation • Ensure compliance and all safety, technical and legislative requirements are adhered to. • Develop and implement productivity and quality improvements within onsite manufacturing and across the broader supply chain. • Analyse and resolve upcoming day to day issues in order to drive operational and cost efficiency gains. Achievements; • Successfully amalgamated 3 sites to deliver improved financial outcomes (Green field site) • Delivered in excess of $2 million in savings across 2 states • Negotiated multiple site EBA in line with business directive • Successfully awarded over $1 million in government grants • No recordable LTI
Queensland State Operation Manager (While residing in South Australia) Scope: Total reasonability for the management of QLD recycling sector stretching across 8 different locations throughout QLD, driving strategy & business direction, along with servicing of existing customers and driving a low-cost solution to deliver improved outcomes. Focusing on team development & utilisation - Supportive of overall brand positioning along with company values. Scope; • Building a management team that is united and delivers on key activities. • Ensuring that the business complies with OHS&E, legislation and regulations. • Driving business growth through NPD and improved material handling. • Focusing on revenue and sales targets while producing saleable product • Managing financial performance (setting & achieving budgets) P&L $82 million • Driving a low-cost successful operation while focusing at all times on CPT’s • Setting and managing productivity KPIs, training & development of employees and driving a safe and efficient operation of all Manufacturing sites. • Develop and drive a positive customer relationship through communication and delivery. • Oversee site EA / EBA with TWU and AMWU
Reviewing and on selling to various manufacturing FMCG (Box Plants) facilities throughout Australia and America for the introduction of new technology that will assist with operational saving through; Throughput increases / Setup time reduction Improved machine maintenance controls improved quality