Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
· Spearheaded strategic direction and capital allocation for a multi-billion dollar global mining and energy portfolio, driving sustainable growth and operational resilience across diverse international markets. · Led comprehensive M&A due diligence for strategic acquisitions valued at over $3 billion, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate strategy and defining post-acquisition integration plans to realize full value. · Championed enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, integrating AI/ML platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Google Cloud AI Platform) and IoT solutions to enhance operational efficiency by 25% and reduce unplanned downtime by 30% across mining and oil & gas assets. · Directed global vendor evaluation and strategic sourcing, optimizing procurement processes for critical industrial software (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365) and fleet management systems (e.g., Geotab, Caterpillar, Komatsu), resulting in 15% cost reductions and improved supply chain resilience. · Oversaw a portfolio of multi-million dollar capital projects, leveraging advanced project and portfolio management software (e.g., Prometheus Group solutions) to ensure strategic alignment, enhance visibility, and achieve on-time, on-budget delivery. · Navigated complex regulatory environments and geopolitical risks across key operating regions including South Africa, Australia, and Chile, ensuring compliance and unlocking market opportunities.
· Managed global operations for a leading renewable energy developer, overseeing the deployment of over X GW of solar and wind capacity across Europe, North America, and Asia. · Led the integration of advanced automation and AI technologies into energy production and grid management systems, improving energy demand forecasting and smart grid optimization. · Directed strategic partnerships and business development efforts, securing over $800 million in capital for new energy transition projects, including hydrogen development and small modular reactors (SMRs). · Implemented robust risk management frameworks to address climate risks and geopolitical uncertainties impacting energy supply chains, particularly in Europe and Asia. · Collaborated with government and regulatory bodies in Germany and France to shape policy frameworks supporting accelerated energy transition and decarbonization pathways.
· Initiated and led digital transformation roadmap for upstream and downstream operations, today’s equivalent of deploying IoT and smart sensors for real-time data collection and predictive maintenance, reducing unplanned downtime by 20%. · Implemented, today’s equivalent of AI and Machine Learning algorithms for optimizing drilling processes, predicting equipment failures, and identifying new reserves, leading to a 6-8% increase in production rates. · Managed the selection and implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g. today’s equivalent of SAP S/4HANA, Oracle NetSuite) to streamline financial, supply chain, and project management functions across global assets. · Oversaw the evaluation and selection of chemical additives and consumables from key suppliers (e.g., Clariant, Nalco, Baker Hughes) for enhanced operational performance and environmental compliance. · Provided technical due diligence support for M&A opportunities, assessing target companies' technological infrastructure, operational efficiencies, and integration complexities. · Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations in the US and Canada, particularly concerning environmental protection and resource conservation.
· Directed large-scale open-pit and underground mining operations across Australia and Indonesia, optimizing production schedules and improving operational efficiency by 10%. · Led the adoption of specialized mining software (e.g., Vulcan by Maptek, Deswik, Micromine) for geological modeling, mine planning, and production management, enhancing decision-making and resource estimation accuracy. · Managed supply chain logistics and procurement for critical mining equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness across remote sites. · Implemented stringent health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols, reducing incident rates by 15% and ensuring compliance with Australian and Indonesian regulatory frameworks. · Contributed to strategic planning for new mine developments and expansions, including feasibility studies and capital expenditure benchmarking.