Brussels Metropolitan Area
As Cluster Production Optimization Director at Air Liquide, brings over a decade of experience in enhancing operational efficiency, with a focus on risk assessment, process safety, and incident management. Leads initiatives to optimize industrial performance through disciplined execution, innovative strategies, and standardized processes, ensuring safe, sustainable, and reliable service delivery. Previous leadership roles, including Operations Director, have solidified expertise in production systems and energy management. Committed to fostering team collaboration and aligning operational strategies with company goals, contributing to the resilience and cost optimization of Air Liquide’s global supply chain operations.
Oversee daily production planning and execution, including remote management of production units and real-time optimization at Remote Operations Control Center Manage and monitor asset alerts, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure operational adjustments and backlog closure. Ensure reliable supply to customers by setting liquid and gas parameters, monitoring production and energy, and integrating daily changes in capacity, consumption, and energy prices. Drive continuous improvement by identifying and closing performance gaps, challenging operational settings, and leveraging digital tools and innovative solutions. Lead and mentor a team of analysts, fostering expertise in production processes and ensuring effective communication of performance insights and alerts to stakeholders.
Led a team of Network Pilots and Managers to ensure operational excellence in the delivery of industrial gases. Developed and implemented strategic plans for optimizing network performance and reliability. Fostered strong stakeholder relationships, enhancing communication with customers and internal teams for seamless operations.
Responsible from 15 production sites in Germany, leading operations and maintenance of the units in order to supply our customers in a reliable and efficient manner. Represented Operations on the German Leadership Team, driving strategic initiatives across 20 units. Led a team of over 150 employees, achieving a 50% reduction in lost time accidents through proactive safety measures. Managed operational expenses exceeding 20M€, delivering 4M€ in net efficiencies in annual operating costs.
Managed overall Operations and Maintenance of a BTC Crude Oil Pipeline Pumping Station.
Worked as an Operations Chief Engineer for Botas International Limited, BTC Pipeline Operating Company.
Executed station and field operations in oil production