Managing and coordinating all technical training and simulation services for RelyOn Nutec global operations- Participating in the Senior Leadership Team

Leadership and management of Aberdeen Drilling School Group of companies- Directing all ADS training and consultancy operations globally- Building and leading high performance teams- Leading all technology development, integration and commercialisation- Full control of ADS groups P&L- Ensuring high quality provision of training and competency management services to our global clients- Foresighting to ensure that our training and technology is future proof

Managing the global operations of Aberdeen Drilling School ensuring quality and efficiency of delivery.- Undertaking market and product diligence to support expansion and differentiation- Ensuring our products and services are delivered to the highest possible standardManaging the integration of Aberdeen Drilling School products and services into the RelyOn Nutec Group, ensuring continuity of business and customer service.

Managing the global business development teams and the expansion of Aberdeen Drilling School's international operations. Running extensive technical training projects in the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and West Africa.

Start up, management and international expansion of Aberdeen Drilling Schools Asian operations. From start-up to the largest independent well control training center in Asia within 3-years and still expanding our geographical footprint and portfolio of training services.Aberdeen Drilling School is a world leading technical training company providing accredited technical training to drilling and well operations personnel worldwide. In addition to weekly public courses, customised, well… Show more Start up, management and international expansion of Aberdeen Drilling Schools Asian operations. From start-up to the largest independent well control training center in Asia within 3-years and still expanding our geographical footprint and portfolio of training services.Aberdeen Drilling School is a world leading technical training company providing accredited technical training to drilling and well operations personnel worldwide. In addition to weekly public courses, customised, well specific training and consultancy services are delivered to clients with the aims of developing the competence of drilling personnel and promoting safety and cost savings through improved operational efficiency.Thousands of industry personnel have now passed through our Kuala Lumpur and Bandung training centres where we work in partnership with NOCs, Operators, Drilling and Well Services Contractors to support their training and competency development. Show less

Executive Chairman of RelyOn Nutec Simulation (Formerly Oiltec Solutions AS)- Managing the development of the most advanced dynamic simulation solutions for the offshore industry- Leading the technology steering group- Leading the commercialization team- Ensuring operational relevance in all technology developments- Supporting the Managing Director in the day to day running of the company

Acquisition, restructuring and integration of Oiltec Solutions into Aberdeen Drilling School. Establishing and managing the technology development and peer review group. Overseeing the redevelopment of drilling and offshore crane simulator technology.

Developing and maintaining global supply chain relationships with oil and gas operators and tier one contractors. Developing and supporting supply chain and procurement practices for Scottish offshore renewable energy projects.Supporting Scottish companies, products and services to access global energy supply chains.

The British Chamber of Commerce is a leading international and local business forum in Singapore, open to individuals and businesses of any nationality. The Scottish Business Group has been established to build on the long-established trading links between Scotland and Singapore, and to promote and advance commercial interaction between the two countries.

Management of Scottish Development International's offices, operations and staff throughout SE Asia and Australia.Supporting the formation, establishment and growth of Scottish businesses throughout Asia Pacific through the development of international business strategies. Advising clients with contract and marketing models for the region and undertaking commercial and technical diligence services for Scottish companies entering Asian/Australian markets.Leading the support for… Show more Management of Scottish Development International's offices, operations and staff throughout SE Asia and Australia.Supporting the formation, establishment and growth of Scottish businesses throughout Asia Pacific through the development of international business strategies. Advising clients with contract and marketing models for the region and undertaking commercial and technical diligence services for Scottish companies entering Asian/Australian markets.Leading the support for Scottish Oil and Gas companies to internationalise their products and services throughout the Asia Pacific region focusing on access to Asian projects and supply chains.Developing and managing supply chain relationships with key industrial clients in Asia and Australia Show less

6-Month secondment to SDI's Greater China office to lead, manage and support the reorganization and development of the Greater China Team (Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Taiwan). Commercial lead for the Scottish Governments 2011 Commercial & Trade Mission to China and Hong Kong. Planning, management and delivery of the Scottish First Minister's commercial engagements during the mission, including research, briefing and speech writing.

Networking Scottish Businesses and Scots working in SingaporeLobbying on behalf of Scottish Industry

Development of international export and marketing strategies for Scottish businesses, focused on the Asia Pacific markets of Japan, Korea, China, HK, Singapore and Australia. Establishing long term strategic relationships for Scottish business and academic sectors.Supporting major inward investment projects into the UK, managing their supply chain requirements and account managing major Asian and Australian clients entering the UK market.

A project and programme management role within Scotland's economic development agency, with responsibility for technology commercialisation, company creation and early stage business development.

Project management of BIOWISE, the UK Government's flagship Industrial Biotechnology programme. Coordination, recruitment and management of a Scientific Advisory Board for BIOWISE and UK governments Industrial Biotechnology programmes.Operational management of a multi-million pound outsourced management contract to raise awareness of industrial biotechnology and its benefits to the UK engineering and manufacturing sectorsResponsibility for policy development for industrial uses of… Show more Project management of BIOWISE, the UK Government's flagship Industrial Biotechnology programme. Coordination, recruitment and management of a Scientific Advisory Board for BIOWISE and UK governments Industrial Biotechnology programmes.Operational management of a multi-million pound outsourced management contract to raise awareness of industrial biotechnology and its benefits to the UK engineering and manufacturing sectorsResponsibility for policy development for industrial uses of biotechnology in UK industry. Overall responsibility for the development, implementation and monitoring of 18 highly successful technology demonstration projects within UK industry. Show less

Industrial biosensor technology