Mudex is a privately owned and operated Australian drilling fluids company specialising in the manufacture and supply of high quality and environmentally friendly drilling fluid products for the HDD, Mining, Water Well and Civil construction industries.A core part of Mudex involves the provision of on-site technical support and training of drilling personnel. With a focus on reliable service, competitive pricing, and a complete range of performance-proven and innovative mud products, Mudex can give you the right options to control down-hole problems, reduce drilling costs, and improve your productivity.

Seismic Drilling Services (SDS) strives to be the leader in the provision of best value boutique drilling services, specializing in difficult access, small footprint and individualized customer requirements.SDS runs a highly experienced and efficient drilling operation which caters for its’ clients’ needs, the safety and wellbeing of its highly skilled workforce, and on delivering a service with low fuss and minimal environmental impact.Seismic Drilling Services (SDS) is Australia’s first indigenous owned and operated multipurpose drilling contractor and a Supply Nation registered indigenous provider.

Researching and evaluating existent business structure by applying various business analysis tools, formulating end-to end solutions, streamlining operations, while contributing to the long term growth to objectives of Washingtons InternationalExpanding business reach and proactively creating new sales leads/ opportunities.Expanding channel business by sourcing new clients as well as maintaining efficient business relationships with existing partners to enhance profitability of business operations.Improve brand recognition, advertising and marketing.

Responsible for the overall management of the business in Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands with 35 drilling rigs and over 350 employees.Undertook a complete restructure of the PNG and Solomon Island business units.Undertook a diversification of the drilling services and skill set in PNG and the Solomon's to meet the needs of a developing market.Develop relationships with potential new clients to acquire the knowledge needed to be able to bid on new projects.Ensure all aspects of the company comply with set QED SHE policies and procedures and best practice.Implement the policies set by equity holders.Develop budgets and forecasts.Provide monthly report to the board of directors on the performance of the business units in line with budgeting and forecasts.Attend and present to the board of directors at quarterly meetings.Supervise the overall operations of the company to achieve the set goals and targets and maintain profitability.Set individual goals and targets for all working units according to policies established by the Board of Directors.Review performance reports from individual divisions and sectors, and then take measures to verify that all sections are operating efficiently according to company guidelines and KPI’s.Conduct on-site auditing on the performance of each division.Formulate strategies and set priorities in order to best achieve company objectives.Oversee all administrative matters and design training programs for various operational departments.Determine resource requirements in accordance with business and operational plans.Develop team cohesion, commitment and cooperation.

Responsible for the day to day operations of the Diamond Drilling DivisionResponsible for the safe and efficient performance of all of the Drill SupervisorsEnsure production and productivity is maintained as determined by the CompanyLiaise with Client and ensure continued satisfaction and suitability of servicesLiaise with Client Representatives and drill crews concerning safety and operational issuesAdvance Client relationshipsReview all safety systems and work proceduresReview project specific systems and proceduresRestructure Health and Safety department, including the development of New Standard Work procedures, System procedures and Safety management planRestructure training department including the development of a Training management plan, Green start program and competency based assessment tools and training programs.Maintain communications between field and baseAdvise on the purchase of equipment and consumablesEnsure that field training and development of drill crew is being carried out by the Drill SupervisorProvide accurate reports and maintain reporting schedulesReport faults and ensure remedial actionConduct regular audits to ensure that equipment inspections are carried out correctly and on timeConduct regular audits to ensure that maintenance schedules of all equipment are carried out correctly and on timeAssist with competency based training to MDAA Competency Standards

Managed all Human Resource activities for staff of 120 field employees working on various mine sites throughout Australia.Instigated a complete Review of all Human Resource functions and implemented Systems, Procedures and Policies to ensure legislative requirements were met and adhered to best practice for the Drilling industry in Australia.Provided recruitment advice and full services, including advertising, screening resumes and applicants, short-listing, interviewing and testing.Managed the site specific requirements relating to licenses, medicals and inductions.Proactively coordinated, travel and logistics for employees.Responsible for the scheduling of employee rosters on various sites across Australia.Facilitated employee inductions, training and development.Liaised daily with site supervisors regarding personnel and roster issues.Provided strong interpersonal and written communication skills to relate effectively with individuals on all levels of the organisationEnsuring programs and monitoring are in place to provide a safe place of work for employees as well as to ensure compliance with legislationReviewing and implementing employee contractsJob description review and writingDeveloped and implemented performance management systems, to plan, appraise and improve individual and team performanceDeveloped policies and plans to meet business needs to ensure best practiceProvided supportive individual and group counseling servicesManaged monthly HR statistics for FORACO