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Aberdeen, Gb

• Provide consultancy services to Goldenwell (Iraq) with a focus on operational procedures, maintenance processes and business development throughout the organisation• Analyse and interpret data to unearth weaknesses and problems, and comprehend the causes • Formulate recommendations and solutions with attention to a client’s wishes, capabilities and limitations forming concise reports• Present findings and suggestions to clients with ample justification and practical advice• Drive organizational effectiveness, succession planning, workforce management, talent acquisition, training and development• Identify improvement to continuous resource management processes, and develop and share leading practices

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Citadel Technologies is the world leader in Carbon Fibre composite repair systems for oil and gas pipelines, refineries, petrochemical and sub sea pipelines. Reported to the President in Tulsa USA.• Responsible for 46 distributors worldwide and the development of new global partnerships in composite pipeline engineering products & services• Managed the full business development cycle and negotiated joint-venture agreements with local & international service providers to establish partnerships in the following countries: Iraq, Dubai, Pakistan, Kuwait, Egypt, Brazil, USA and Mexico• Highlight product line synergies, working with global commercial teams to recognise and promote said synergies • Attend Client meetings internationally to represent and promote the Company, negotiate submitted proposals, outstanding contracts and further develop Client relationships• Attend various Oil & Gas and Pipeline Exhibitions worldwide to network as a Business Director and exhibitor

Muscat Oman

• Reported to the Chairman, managing of a team of 7 direct reports with a total 510 employees• Responsible for Operations, Contracts, Business Development, HSE, Quality, Purchasing, Transport & IT• Enhance business performance in order to ensure the company gained international recognition • Manage Company relations with Oxy, Oman Refinery (ORPC) & Duqm Development

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Consultant to the Oil & Gas industry for clients on a contractual basis with the following roles detailing the responsibilities: Walker Technical Resource Ltd (WTR) International Business ConsultantReported to the MD in Aberdeen, developing global partnerships in composite pipeline engineering products & services. This was a newly created position to expand Walker Technical Resource (WTR) outside of Scotland.Managed the full business development cycle and negotiated joint-venture agreements with local & international service providers to establish partnerships in the following countries: Brazil, USA, Mexico, Baku and Kazakhstan.Represented the company as a Trade Mission Delegate working closely with UK Trade & Industry (UKTI) and foreign embassies to source suitable partners; as well as attending various Oil & Gas and Pipeline Exhibitions worldwide to network as an international technical consultant and exhibitor.Presented company portfolio of products & services to major operators including Shell, BP, Petrobras, Pemex, Woodgroup, and KPO.Biggest JV achieved was with Wood Group in Brazil a five year contract valued at USD 10 million.Tyco Fire & Integrated Services Shell Global Business Development ManagerReported to Operations Director to develop & manage the Shell Pan Expro Maintenance & Service Contract. Formulated business development strategy, launched new products, delivered sales, marketing, advertising and promotion planning. Created proposals, presented business cases and helped implement various technology transfers to Shell. Responsible for strategically leading the teams associated with the Service, Operations & Sales side of the business, as well as full commitment to HSE reporting. Developed strong relationships with Shell and managed to double the business revenue for Tyco to GBP six million per year.

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Reported to the MD in England, successfully established a new Aberdeen branch office & workshop.Responsible for expanding the high-end valve solutions business into the North Sea market. Awarded major maintenance & service contracts with Shell UK and Marathon Oil. Managed to increase turnover from USD 800,000 to USD 10.2 million per annum.Managed recruitment, motivation, training and development of the new team to satisfy new ventures with global operators.Accountable for administration, HSE, budgeting, KPI monitoring, reporting, communication and liaison with the Directors and Clients. In order to satisfy the demand of new contracts, successful led the buyout of Transmark Engineering Ltd in Scotland, which increased management responsibilities with the integration of new premises and employees.

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Reporting to the Operations Manager, worked on & offshore (OEM Vendor) with full responsibility for the maintenance of all pumps & associated equipment on various North Sea platforms.Executed minor modifications & supervised installation of pumps and motors. Carried out onshore inspection and repair working to extremely close tolerances on all types of pumps and ancillary equipment.Promoted to Project Manager, leading a team of three Project Engineers, accountable for cost management across the business and driving cost efficiencies as well as savings. Customer focused ensuring customer satisfaction and proactive management of client interfaces.

North Sea Scotland

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all mechanical equipment on North Sea Platforms. Commissioned two new platforms for BP Millar and Saltire. Carried out maintenance activities in accordance with parent company and industry standard policies and procedures. Accountable for the execution of maintenance activities ensuring permits, tools, materials, equipment, work site preparation and all supporting documentation, are in place in accordance with the operators permit to work process. Hook-up and commissioning of Rolls Royce RB211 power turbine and Nova Pignone gas compressors.

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Time served as Apprentice Marine Fitter in the shipbuilding industry. Worked in all aspects of marine engineering, engine builds and installation, carrying out sea trials for various ships.