Jill Briggs Email & Phone Number

Australia

The Granites

Perth, Australia

Meekatharra

Superintendent of a small team managing administrative and stores functions for the site. I also managed the catering contract with Cater Care Services, who provide catering services in the accommodation village. As part of the site management team, we ensured the continual running of the site and camp, and the smooth introduction of changes to structures and processes.Key Achievements:• Introduction of INX software module Inflight, used to make flight and accommodation bookings, and roster management.• Successful conversion of software package used by Stores personnel to manage inventory, including ordering of stock, undertaking regular stocktakes. Provided training for site personnel for raising purchase requisitions, and improving understanding of financial information.• Liaised with camp contracting company to improve level of service provided to ensure consistency in regards to dining experience, management of facilities, and safety reporting.

Pilbara

Managed the Facilities Management contractor, ensuring compliance to contract while operating safely and adhering to the charter values of the company. Supervised transport and flight logistics staff who provided transport, flight and accommodation services.Key Achievements:• Established a new transport service between camps, site and airport, reducing the number of light vehicles required, and associated costs.• Participated in contract negotiations for coach hire, ensuring sufficient provision of equipment.• Involved in compiling annual budgets, ensuring costs were managed and savings maximised. Ensured training was provided for team members to improve their understanding. • Formulated and introduced policies and procedures to allow improved functionality and reporting of existing systems. Conducted presentations of completed documents to team members and provided training as required.• Provided support for management team during adverse weather conditions, making sure transport and accommodation provided in the event of flight delays or cancellations.• Transitioned to new software for flight and accommodation bookings, checking validity of information, and ensured resources and training were suitable for implementation.• Organised site visits for family members over Christmas period, including flights, accommodation, entertainment and mine site tours for 200 people for three days. I also developed and managed budget for expenses.

Newman Area C

Managed administrative support services for the site, including department administrators, transport and security. Key Achievements:• Developed travel function, processing all requests for flights and accommodation for employees, contractors and visitors. Centralised processing allowing for consistency and timeliness of information.• Initiated the implementation of Oracle computer system for use by administrative staff, ensuring suitable resources and training available.• Reviewed and managed data integrity as part of transition to Operation owner (BHPBIO). Reduced amount of data, which enabled a smooth transition to owner.

Newman, Area C

Prepared monthly financial reports and provided assistance to department managers in development of annual budgets and analysis of monthly financial results. Supervised business analyst, security and airport contract and transport staff. Key Achievements:• Implemented site security system for client, utilised for access to site, and fatigue management.• Established security operations to manage site access and patrolling operations and camp areas after hours. • Supervised Business Analyst, allocated the task of developing analytical tools for use by Department Managers.• Established transport services to provide vehicle escort services, and transport off site when required.

Newman, Area C

Prepared weekly and monthly reports for project management team. Managed all financial aspects of site. Supervised administrative staff. Managed facilities management contract for compliance.Key Achievements:• Established administrative team to provide support for each department. Formulated roles and defined areas of responsibility including payroll processing, flight and accommodation allocation, purchasing stationery and equipment. Consistent support was provided to each department and team members increased skills.• Implemented reports showing flight and accommodation utilisation, used to manage flight allocations and future requirements. Reduced number of flights resulting in cost savings.

New Zealand

Supervised administrative and finance staff. Involved with set up of new operations, provided training and support for project managers. Formulated procedures for staff. Compiled weekly and monthly financial reports for regional manager. Prepared monthly claim submitted to client.Key Achievements:• Established corporate office to distinguish from site operations, allowing functions to operate separately. Defined roles for staff in line with corporate responsibilities. • Implemented procedures for processing payroll and accounts payable to utilise the software more efficiently. • Participated in establishment of new contract, mobilisation of staff, trained project manager and administrative staff on policies and procedures and reporting requirements. Advised project manager regarding client claim requirements and submissions.

Goonyella Operations, Qld

Supervised administrative staff and supported project manager with a strong focus on understanding and managing financial resources.

Tasmania Operations (Dido)

Site Accountant – Tasmanian Operations, DIDO Oct 2000 – Jun 2001Supervised administrative staff and supported project manager with a strong focus on understanding and managing financial resources. Key Achievements:• Developed and managed project budget and forecast for regional manager for two mines. • Managed completion of contract, including demobilisation of equipment and redeployment or redundancy of employees.