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Brisbane City, Qld, Au

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Primary Role:- Spearheaded digital supply projects and intelligent automation initiatives, leveraging AI for payment claims and invoice processing.- Automation for timesheets, contractor management, gate logs, payments and agreements. - Led various process improvements and provided strategic oversight for the Financial Control Department.Accomplishments:- Developed and deployed a custom AI chatbot and knowledge bank, significantly reducing time spent on research… Show more Primary Role:- Spearheaded digital supply projects and intelligent automation initiatives, leveraging AI for payment claims and invoice processing.- Automation for timesheets, contractor management, gate logs, payments and agreements. - Led various process improvements and provided strategic oversight for the Financial Control Department.Accomplishments:- Developed and deployed a custom AI chatbot and knowledge bank, significantly reducing time spent on research, queries, admin tasks, onboarding, and fact-finding.- Deployed AI Notetakers, which reduced departmental workload by 60 hours per week and improved the interactivity and effectiveness of meetings.- Re-engineered the Accounts Payable process and introduced Intelligent Document Reading (IDR) technology to eliminate manual data entry, reducing overdue on-hold invoices from 55% to 9%. - Nearing completion of phase 2 in a major project aimed at establishing a centre of automation, projected to save around 8,000 hours of labour by utilising various platforms, bots, and digital workers. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Manage - Supply Excellence Team - Purchasing & Expediting- Inventory Management & Sourcing- Data & Analytics, - ERP Systems, Digital Platforms & Processes (Supply)- Compliance, Governance and Audits- Payment Claims- Suppliers & Vendor Management- Strategic Improvements and oversightAccomplishments:- Successfully navigated post-pandemic global supply chain shortages, ensuring continuity in operations.- Led an outsourced tactical sourcing… Show more Manage - Supply Excellence Team - Purchasing & Expediting- Inventory Management & Sourcing- Data & Analytics, - ERP Systems, Digital Platforms & Processes (Supply)- Compliance, Governance and Audits- Payment Claims- Suppliers & Vendor Management- Strategic Improvements and oversightAccomplishments:- Successfully navigated post-pandemic global supply chain shortages, ensuring continuity in operations.- Led an outsourced tactical sourcing project, reducing inventory and achieving $5M in savings.- Established a Data & Analytics team from scratch, developing approximately 45 dashboards to support various levels of the organisation and complement the new ERP.- Optimised inventory practices to improve data accuracy and processing times, upgrading the category listing of 30k items and grouping them according to best practices.- Enhanced competitive requirements for sourcing and implementing an automated expediting system that improved DIFOT statistics.- Fully digitised the supplier registration process, enhancing efficiency and reducing an FTE.- Successfully completed all audit reporting including SOX, Modern Slavery Act, and Payment Times (PTR).- Fostered a culture of responsibility, accountability, and performance measurement using data and analytics. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Primary Role:- Lead a team of 5 Category Specialists (and Senior Category Specialist) in three different locations. - Provide guidance and best industry practices to the team. - Ran cost-saving initiatives and optimised strategic sourcing activities.- Monitor compliance, audits, and consistency of approach for the Company.- Managed all aspects of strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract functions for various areas, including IT Infrastructure & Comms, Site Services… Show more Primary Role:- Lead a team of 5 Category Specialists (and Senior Category Specialist) in three different locations. - Provide guidance and best industry practices to the team. - Ran cost-saving initiatives and optimised strategic sourcing activities.- Monitor compliance, audits, and consistency of approach for the Company.- Managed all aspects of strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract functions for various areas, including IT Infrastructure & Comms, Site Services, Maintenance, Engineering, Corporate & HR, Major Works, HSET, Camps, Dragline Shutdowns, ROMs/CHPP/TLO, and Plant.Accomplishments:- Successfully managed a $400M annual spend portfolio, leading to a 15% reduction in costs through strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives.- Led the transition to Oracle Cloud as a Project Stream Lead, successfully deploying 6 modules in the new ERP.- Recognised for analytical proficiency in managing a complex portfolio, providing actionable insights that drove data-informed decision-making.- Led a project to upgrade all contract templates and insurance provisions, gaining better leverage and lowering the company's risk profile. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Primary Role:- Led procurement and contract administration for CapEx projects, including civil, SMP, E&I, & construction.- Provided commercial advice and support to project managers to achieve optimal outcomes. - Managed procurement and contract functions, including negotiating contracts, facilitating tendering processes, guiding stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to policies.- Developed and implemented cost-effective strategies - Responsible for budgeting, analysis… Show more Primary Role:- Led procurement and contract administration for CapEx projects, including civil, SMP, E&I, & construction.- Provided commercial advice and support to project managers to achieve optimal outcomes. - Managed procurement and contract functions, including negotiating contracts, facilitating tendering processes, guiding stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to policies.- Developed and implemented cost-effective strategies - Responsible for budgeting, analysis, reporting, claims, negotiations, and project closeout.Accomplishments:- Successfully delivered key projects valued over $150M enhancing operational efficiency and compliance.- Implemented innovative procurement and contracting strategies to reduce costs by 15% and lower risk profile.Developed and implemented a comprehensive framework for managing projects according to project management standards, including standardised templates, tools, training for project managers, and regular audits. Incorporated lessons learnt and risk management strategies to ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement. Show less

Key Job Responsibilities include:- Single point of accountability for commercial, procurement and administration aspects of the $75 million ROM Upgrade Project from approval to completion.- Lead commercial, procurement and project controls to ensure the achievement of key outcomes: safety, environmental compliance, time, quality, cost management, and successful handover. - Manage and lead the project team including admin, finance, legal, and consultants.- Maintained commercial… Show more Key Job Responsibilities include:- Single point of accountability for commercial, procurement and administration aspects of the $75 million ROM Upgrade Project from approval to completion.- Lead commercial, procurement and project controls to ensure the achievement of key outcomes: safety, environmental compliance, time, quality, cost management, and successful handover. - Manage and lead the project team including admin, finance, legal, and consultants.- Maintained commercial & financial records integrity, tracked procurement, and administered all project requirements.- Coordinated tendering processes, including technical and commercial evaluations, and developed effective negotiation strategies.- Ensured timely delivery of major procurements and implemented risk mitigation strategies.- Conducted continuous legal audits and ensured compliance with relevant legislation, contractual obligations, and technical standards.- Compiled and presented monthly reports and presentations to the Project Steering Committee. Accomplishments:- Successfully delivered the ROM Upgrade Project on time and under budget, meeting all key outcomes: safety, environmental compliance, time, quality, cost management, and handover.- Received an "Excellent" rating in an external project audit from KPMG, reflecting the project's high standards and successful delivery Show less

Brisbane

Primary Role:- Managed the Commercial category, overseeing Facilities, Camps, Leases, Utilities, Environmental Services, Health & Safety, Training, IT & Telco, Engineering Services, Professional Services, and Specialist Services.- Oversaw Capital Projects and Upgrades, including sedimentation pits, tailings dams, civil earthworks, dragline shutdowns, and infrastructure and plant upgrades.- Challenged existing practices to drive contract improvements.- Articulated… Show more Primary Role:- Managed the Commercial category, overseeing Facilities, Camps, Leases, Utilities, Environmental Services, Health & Safety, Training, IT & Telco, Engineering Services, Professional Services, and Specialist Services.- Oversaw Capital Projects and Upgrades, including sedimentation pits, tailings dams, civil earthworks, dragline shutdowns, and infrastructure and plant upgrades.- Challenged existing practices to drive contract improvements.- Articulated contract-related issues across stakeholders and provided procurement expertise.Accomplishments:- Oversaw a diverse portfolio including Capital Projects, infrastructure upgrades, and large-scale commercial contracts, with an annual spend of $250 million.- Implemented strategic improvements and maintained comprehensive category plans. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Project: BHP Billiton Hub - Caval Ridge Coal Project (5.5 Million Tonnes per annum coal production, Cost Over AUD 4,500 Million)Key Job Responsibilities include:Develop, issue and negotiate contracts and services agreements as assigned by performing the following:* Prepare bidders' lists* Pre-qualify bidders* Form bid request packages* Issue bid request packages to approved bidders* Coordinate bidders' questions and answers to those queries* Receive… Show more Project: BHP Billiton Hub - Caval Ridge Coal Project (5.5 Million Tonnes per annum coal production, Cost Over AUD 4,500 Million)Key Job Responsibilities include:Develop, issue and negotiate contracts and services agreements as assigned by performing the following:* Prepare bidders' lists* Pre-qualify bidders* Form bid request packages* Issue bid request packages to approved bidders* Coordinate bidders' questions and answers to those queries* Receive bids* Evaluate bids commercially and analytically* Prepare Commercial Bid Summary and Recommendation letter* Recommend and secures approval in accordance with established procedures* Prepare contract documents for execution* Prepare and maintains control and status reporting documentsPrepare and organize assigned Contracts sponsored meetings, such as bid clarification and pre-award meetings, for the purpose of ensuring complete understanding and agreement between Company, the Client and Contractor on all contractual and commercial matters. After reviewing plan and agenda with supervisor, conducts meeting and prepares and issues meeting notes delineating important statements, required actions and schedules.Performs all tasks involved in the formation and award of contracts. Communicates with bidders and personnel within Bechtel to establish clear definition of requirements and to assure performance to the stated project requirements. Assists and conducts meetings as needed to perform the work.Monitor cradle to grave processes and activity to include financial activities for funding and forecastingAccomplishments:Handled a variety of Contracts in formation phase which included Architectural/Engineering Contracts, large scale complex Construction Contracts, large scale Engineer-Procure-Construct Contracts, Technical Services Contracts and other consulting type contracts and agreements with total value above AUD 250 Million. Show less

As a Civil Engineer worked meticulously on various projects concerned with planning, designing, modelling, and execution of infrastructure projects e.g. water supply networks, sewerage systems, storm-water systems, roads, pump stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Key responsibilities include:* Preparing feasibility reports, inception reports, conceptual and detail design reports. * Preparing bill of quantities, cost estimates, tender documents including specifications &… Show more As a Civil Engineer worked meticulously on various projects concerned with planning, designing, modelling, and execution of infrastructure projects e.g. water supply networks, sewerage systems, storm-water systems, roads, pump stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Key responsibilities include:* Preparing feasibility reports, inception reports, conceptual and detail design reports. * Preparing bill of quantities, cost estimates, tender documents including specifications & drawings.* Perform design calculations & modelling of networks using software's. * Developing technical drawings (CAD) according to standards and specifications.* Carrying out prequalification and bid evaluation processes. * Preparing Financial Proposals, Consultancy Contract Agreements and Work Schedules.* Collecting data and carrying out necessary survey works. * Communicating relevant issues to technical staff, regulatory authorities and Client. * Project Monitoring & Assessment of Physical & Financial progress (Planning & Scheduling).* Preparing Budgets and Control Estimates.* Scrutinizing/checking the Contractor's Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs). Show less

Bachelors Of Engineering, Civil Engineering

Advance Diploma, Project Management

Certificate Iv, Puchasing 101

Key Achievements: *Completed BNIT TAFE Certificate IV in Purchasing and Instructor Led Purchasing 101 Training. *Acquire knowledge &.