An energetic and results driven professional with broad international multi-disciplinary industrial experience in product development, manufacturing operations and customer environments. Specialises in leading improvement programmes, through detailed critical analysis, fast identification of opportunities, and development of robust solutions. Combines strategic thinking and structured tactical planning with practical hands-on management.KEY SKILLS• Solid technical background in Engineering and Material Science - expert in Manufacturing Engineering and process technologies• Project management and team leadership - extensive experience in cross-functional and international projects• Communication, presentation and negotiation - quickly builds effective business relationships and confidence• Personnel management - coaches and develops individuals, fosters and sustains high performing teamsCORE COMPETENCIES• Problem Solving - for crisis management and recovery, sustainable performance improvement and cost reduction• Change Management - adept at delivering operational change and restructuring at all levels of an organisation• Innovation - conceives, develops and implements new products, equipment and processes. Patent Holder• Lean Manufacturing - career-long history using lean principles to improve working methods and equipment