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Halls Head, Wa, Au

Halls Head, Wa, Au

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Perth, Australia

Responsible for the manufacturing operations of the ASW manufacturing plant in Perth, producing steel and wire products for the construction and mining industries. This position reports directly to the MD and Company Owner and involves leading production, logistics and maintenance teams, as well as implementing various Continuous Improvement initiatives.• Improved general housekeeping and safety awareness.• Develop and implement strategies to improve production and maintenance efficiencies.• Implemented non-existing KPI’s.• Implemented a scrap management program to reduce waste/scrap.• Program manupilation and changes to Kuga Robot program

Hemmant, Queensland, Australia

Overall responsibility for the Multitrode manufacturing plant and Australian representative in the global group of manufacturing plants reporting to the head office in Switzerland. Direct and provide oversight of operations and production, managing and coordinating multiple international teams inclusive of two production teams, quality control, procurement/sourcing, supply chain, and service and maintenance teams. Develop and implement business strategies to drive financial objectives and maximise profitability, as well as developed New Product Introduction processes.• Directed business turnaround; re-designed business operations, introducing KPI's and implementing continuous improvements, resulting in 15% increase to OI budget.• Negotiated a 10% savings with suppliers in 2016; built and maintained strong business relationships, enhancing communications and stock holdings, reducing raw materials inventory by 50%. • Increased procurement efficiency, reducing inventory by 50% and indirect working capital by 45%; created an accurate replenishment forecast model. • Spearheaded a new system that monitors demand vs. manufacturing model; increased DIFOT by 20%, production and warehouse efficiency by 45%, and customer satisfaction by more than 50%. • Cross collaborated with local and international R&D teams; developed streamlined product introduction processes, increasing product line and profit margin.

Brisbane, Australia

As a Production Manager I delivered automation, engineering, and manufacturing services to the LNG and water treatment environment. I also evaluated business processes, developed and implemented continuous improvement strategies and systems to manage resources, service delivery, and quality. Some highlights of my experience as a Production Manager include…• Increased production efficiency by 40%; developed and implemented effective planning and scheduling methods.• Reduced costs by 30%; created improved processes including effective stock control management systems.• Assisted in the achievement of ISO accreditation; evaluated processes and procedures, identifying opportunities and implementing changes. • Managed safety initiatives; ensured compliance with standard operating procedures and safety regulations. • Managed customer relationships; responded to inquiries, and identified and resolved issues in a timely manner.

Brisbane, Australia

As an Electrician Field Service Officer, I managed client relations; worked directly with clients to provide electrical services, metering testing, additions and alterations services, and maintained low voltage overhead power lines. Responded to customer issues and resolved issues in a timely manner. Some of the highlights of my experience as an Electrician Field Service Officer include…• Successfully lead crews through day-to-day activities, as well as through the restoration of electricity in the Brisbane region after severe storms and flood, achieving a 0% incidents and accidents KPIs

Pretoria Area, South Africa

As a Works Manager, I oversaw production and plant maintenance activities regarding the manufacturing of electronic components for multiple industries including defence, aerospace, and telecommunications. I developed customised software (Excel, VBA, and VB based) to support operations and increase efficiency and productivity.Some highlights of my experience as a Works Manager include… • Spearheaded the development of software, producing customised ERP, MRP and CMM systems; increased fulfilment of orders by almost 25%, and provided access to manufacturing data. • Served as a software developer, utilising a combination of skills and knowledge of project management, production/operations, and programming skills. • Created an automated, visual scheduling estimation and prediction system, which resulted in a reducing each department manager’s workload by more 40%, increased the accuracy of the production schedule to almost 95% and enhancing the leadership team’s ability to plan strategically. The board of directors used the system, because of its accuracy in forecasting the business financials. Overall, the system ensured maximum growth and minimum waste. • Evaluated and updated policies and procedures to assist in ISO accreditation.

Pretoria Area, South Africa

GEMS, later called Omnigo, manufactured electronic components for the defence, telecommunications and aerospace industry. After leaving GEMS to start my own business, I was later asked to return as the Maintenance Manager. Reporting to the Director Engineering, I managed electrical and mechanical maintenance teams. The success I had in this role, flowed over into the next role at Omnigo (new name for GEMS). Achievements in this role, included:♦ Developed systems to assist planning preventative and predictive maintenance, across 3 plants (metal shop, electronic manufacturing & aerospace R&D).♦ Successfully brought about positive changes to plant reliability and performance, which later resulted in reducing resources to myself and 2 trade assistants. ♦ Developed accurate predictive maintenance system, reducing maintenance costs.♦ Designed and created a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).♦ Self-studied, investigated and implemented RCA and RCM techniques, increasing reliability.

Pretoria Area, South Africa

Service contracting company, serving the commercial and retail industries responsible for the installation and maintenance of mechanical, electronic and electrical security and automation systems, as well as commercial and domestic electrical and mechanical services.• Successfully negotiated a contract to provide services to the British Embassy. • Financially sound with good cash flow within 3 months, with minimal advertising.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Artificial Intelligence

Diploma, Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Grade 12

Electrical Engineering