Operations Director responsible for Severn Power (850 MW) and Sutton Bridge (850 MW) Power Stations.Entrusted with full responsibility for the executive management of a portfolio of power assets on behalf of their Secured Lender, Beal Bank of Texas, USA, reporting to Non-Executive Directors. Successfully oversaw return to service of the two plants from deep preservation to being fully operational,

Providing leadership and governance to assets in the region - delivering initiatives and projects in commercial operation, mobilisation and decommissioning with the aim of ensuring optimum returns.Achievements and responsibilities included;• Chairman, Director and Board Member, S2 O&M Company (Shuweihat S2 Power and Desalination Plant (Gas fired, 1,500 MW, 100 MIGD), UAE. • Chairman, Director and Board Member, for both Asia Gulf Power Services O&M Company, and Asia Gulf Power Holding Company (Taweelah B Power and Desalination Complex (Gas fired, 2,000MW / 160MIGD) UAE).• Chairman, Director, Board Member and Company Representative – F3 O&M Company (Fujairah 3 Power Plant (Gas fired 2,400MW), UAE). Leading mobilisation of O&M Company; plant in construction through period.• Liaison and Coordination: Regularly liaised and coordinated with Marubeni Hong Kong and Tokyo power division departments. Acted as the Marubeni liaison for Mesaieed Power Company Limited (Gas-fired, 2,000MW, Qatar) and Taweelah A2 Power and Desalination Plant (Gas-fired, 710 MW, 50 MIGD), UAE, supporting the demobilization of the O&M company.• APAC Siemens Gas Turbine User Group: Organizer and Facilitator: Played a pivotal role as the organizer and facilitator for the APAC Siemens Gas Turbine User Group, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among industry professionals.

AGPS is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the entire Taweelah B Power and Desalination Complex (2,000MW, 160 MIGD), located in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE.''AGPS's vision is to be recognised as setting the UAE standard for, Power Production, Water Production, Health & Safety Excellence, Environmental Stewardship and become a model example of successful Emiratisation''.Achievements and responsibilities included;• Exemplary HSE Leadership: Acted as a strong role model for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), leading and maintaining international levels of safety performance.• Accountability for AGPS: Held full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility and power of attorney for all business activities at AGPS. Successfully delivered annual dividends to shareholders, showcasing financial acumen and strategic decision-making.• Multi-Cultural Team Leadership: Led and inspired a diverse, multi-cultural team of over 200 individuals, fostering effective localization. Achieved an impressive representation of UAE Nationals at over 45% of employees, demonstrating commitment to diversity and inclusion.• Certification Maintenance: Ensured the maintenance of ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001 certifications, and achieved compliance with the ISO 55001 standard for asset management.• Strategic Contract Management: Implemented, negotiated, and managed Long Term Maintenance Agreements and contracts, showcasing proficiency in contract management and negotiations.• Capital Improvement Projects: Successfully delivered capital improvement projects, including the ongoing upgrade of the Distributed Control System (DCS), highlighting a commitment to technological advancements and operational efficiency.• Crisis Leadership: Provided leadership and direction during crisis events (including the pandemic), demonstrating resilience, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate challenging situations effectively.

Providing strategic leadership to assets in the Middle East and Africa, with a focus on Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities. My role encompassed identifying best practices, driving continuous improvement, coaching plant leadership teams, developing maintenance practices, and leading initiatives for projects in commercial operation and under mobilization to ensure optimum returns.Key Achievements and Responsibilities:• Director and Board Member - F2 O&M Company (Fujairah 2 Power and Desalination Plant, UAE): Served as Director and Board Member for the 2,000MW / 130MIGD facility, representing Marubeni as the primary point of contact. Led the business development of an RO desalination plant expansion proposal, involving liaison with shareholders and government, and budget reviews for model input.• Management System Implementation - Ash Sharqiyah O&M Company (Aramco Cogeneration Facilities, Saudi Arabia): Spearheaded the implementation of a robust management system and provided mobilization support for Aramco's Cogeneration Facilities in Saudi Arabia.• Business Development Support - Thabametsi Project (300MW Coal, South Africa): Contributed to business development efforts for the Thabametsi Project, a plant in South Africa.• Operational Excellence Programme - Asia Gulf Power Services O&M Company (Taweelah B Power and Desalination Complex, UAE): Provided oversight and expertise support to an Operational Excellence Programme.These achievements highlight a track record of strategic leadership, business development, project management, and operational excellence in diverse regions, showcasing a commitment to optimizing asset performance and achieving significant milestones.

Successfully managed and led an operations team in overseeing a large, complex, and aging facility, navigating significant commercial, environmental, and technical challenges. Engaged in frequent stakeholder interactions, substantial union liaison, and fostered strong relationships within and between teams. Maintained financial responsibility for the operations budget, valued at approximately £1M per annum.Key Achievements:• Continuous Improvement and Technical Optimization: Led continuous improvement and optimization of technical processes, notably in 2013, optimizing emissions against generation, resulting in an additional gross margin gain of approximately £5M.• Restructuring Excellence: Managed a successful restructuring initiative in 2014, achieving a 10% headcount reduction in the section while maintaining business-as-usual operations. Led a process that resulted in a substantial reduction in overtime, equivalent to a 25% decrease, in annual spend.• Cost Saving Initiative: Championed a plant-wide initiative to generate and implement cost-saving/value-add projects, resulting in a tangible value of over £1M.• International O&M Review (2015): Conducted a comprehensive Operations and Maintenance (O&M) review assessment for a third party at Kapar Power Plant, Malaysia—a substantial 2,420MW power plant asset with oil, coal, and gas-fired facilities.• Academic Collaboration with Cardiff Business School: Established a collaborative relationship with Cardiff Business School, fostering various exchange activities, including student placements, MSc projects, and lecturing engagements.

Integral member of the management team overseeing project mobilization for a large plant on a brownfield site. In this unique role, championed a holistic approach to drive strategic business performance during mobilization, actively promoting innovation and continuous improvement through various initiatives.Key Achievements:• Commercial Performance Optimization: Led the team in optimizing, monitoring, and reporting commercial performance in electricity and gas markets. Achieved cost savings exceeding £7.5M during the commissioning phase of the Pembroke project.• Cross-Asset Strategic Performance Management Framework: Spearheaded the development and embedding of a comprehensive cross-asset strategic performance management framework, aligning operational goals with overarching business objectives.• Business Process Improvement and Asset Management Framework: Conducted stress-testing of business processes and undertook gap analysis against the PAS 55 asset management framework, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.• Technical Expertise in Wider Company Activities: Provided technical expertise in broader company activities, contributing to business process improvement initiatives. Engaged in Europe-wide RWE forums for gas turbine plant discussions, sharing insights and promoting collaboration.

In a strategic secondment, assumed dual responsibility for Business Performance and the Regulation Section. Led a team of five experts specializing in environmental compliance, power plant process chemistry, and health and safety. Seized the opportunity to deepen knowledge and competence in the intricacies of legislation associated with power plant operations and maintenance. Additionally, held financial responsibility for an environmental compliance budget of approximately £1M.

Appointed at the inception of the station's mobilization process prior to construction, played a pivotal role in coordinating a spectrum of initial operational activities. Responsibilities encompassed team recruitment, system establishment, and process development, incorporating best practices gleaned from other plants. Additionally, spent the initial three months at Staythorpe Power Station, a sister 1,650MW plant to Pembroke, actively assisting and reviewing power plant mobilization activities.

Led a dynamic team of technical experts to enable real-time technical and commercial management of the Didcot B 1,400MW combined cycle gas-fired power plant. Achieved safe, environmentally compliant, and efficient plant operations aligned with commercial objectives.

Key member of a shift management team on this 2,000MW coal-fired power plant responsible for enabling real time operation to achieve commercial, safety and environmental objectives.

Engaged in an enriching two-year program dedicated to managing projects across various functions within RWE. Highlights encompassed multifaceted responsibilities, including managing outage work at Ibbenbueren Power Station in Germany, conducting a technical investigation into wind turbine blade integrity with the renewables function, and leading engineering and maintenance outage work at Didcot A and Little Barford Power Stations.