As a born & raised entrepreneur, founding my own company was the logical step. Freelance management services in:- Business development- Engineering - Architecture - Maintenance - Automation & construction projects

Dedication is the key to success…Since January 1, 2023, I have been responsible for sales, after-sales service, and the Heli Safety Academy (HSA), with the goal of doubling the turnover of these business units. My current focus is on developing new dealerships, which will enhance our sales and after-sales service capabilities. To further support the growth of HSA, we have dedicated and adapted our location in Boom.As a strong believer in customer intimacy, I implemented… Show more Dedication is the key to success…Since January 1, 2023, I have been responsible for sales, after-sales service, and the Heli Safety Academy (HSA), with the goal of doubling the turnover of these business units. My current focus is on developing new dealerships, which will enhance our sales and after-sales service capabilities. To further support the growth of HSA, we have dedicated and adapted our location in Boom.As a strong believer in customer intimacy, I implemented Salesforce to enhance our customer relationship management. My goal is to build a professional, customer-focused team of experts.Dealerships:- LGMG (new)- UPLIFTER (new)- SPT CRANES (new)- HELI Forklifts (new)- BLUELIFT- SNORKEL- OMMELIFT- NIFTYLIFT- ISOLI (new) Show less

Always up for a challenge…I restarted and managed a team of technical-commercial representatives in Belgium and France, specializing in the rental and sales of aerial work platforms, mobile scaffolding, and lifting and hoisting equipment. Additionally, I was responsible for overseeing the Heli Safety Academy and managing marketing activities.Aerial platforms: scissor lifts, telescopes, articulated telescopes, compact, on trailer, on truck (driver's license B), spider lifts &… Show more Always up for a challenge…I restarted and managed a team of technical-commercial representatives in Belgium and France, specializing in the rental and sales of aerial work platforms, mobile scaffolding, and lifting and hoisting equipment. Additionally, I was responsible for overseeing the Heli Safety Academy and managing marketing activities.Aerial platforms: scissor lifts, telescopes, articulated telescopes, compact, on trailer, on truck (driver's license B), spider lifts & single-person aerial platformsLifting and hoisting equipment: assembly lifts , forklift trucks, (rotating) telehandlers, spider cranes, compact cranes, glass lifts & vacuumsystems Show less

After several years at Colruyt (2004-2016), I was approached by a headhunter, Benoit Lison, regarding the successor role for Paul Dens, the founder of Solystic Belgium, who was retiring.In my new role, I provided leadership and management to the business, taking full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Belgian branch of Solystic. With over 100 employees across Belgium and the Netherlands, Solystic operates autonomously with its own financial and HR… Show more After several years at Colruyt (2004-2016), I was approached by a headhunter, Benoit Lison, regarding the successor role for Paul Dens, the founder of Solystic Belgium, who was retiring.In my new role, I provided leadership and management to the business, taking full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Belgian branch of Solystic. With over 100 employees across Belgium and the Netherlands, Solystic operates autonomously with its own financial and HR departments.During my tenure, I increased the annual turnover by 38% (to 16,5M€) and the EBITDA by 6% by securing new long-term customers and contracts, including TNT/FEDEX, Easypost, Colruyt, and PostNL.OEM maintained by Solystic: Solystic, NEC, Pitney Bowes (BlueCrest), Leonardo, Fives, Vanderlande, Alvey, Motus, EasySystems,...#MaintenanceDirector #HeadOfEngineering #ReliabilityEngineering #BusinessDevelopment Show less

Having implemented most of the strategic automation at Colruyt and leveraging my extensive knowledge of maintenance, I was selected to take responsibility for maintaining and improving all machinery and automation across 10 different sites in Belgium.I managed a team of 160 people, including 12 managers, and was responsible for all machinery and automation in the Logistics, Distribution, and Production centers of the Colruyt Group. My responsibilities included:- Project Engineering… Show more Having implemented most of the strategic automation at Colruyt and leveraging my extensive knowledge of maintenance, I was selected to take responsibility for maintaining and improving all machinery and automation across 10 different sites in Belgium.I managed a team of 160 people, including 12 managers, and was responsible for all machinery and automation in the Logistics, Distribution, and Production centers of the Colruyt Group. My responsibilities included:- Project Engineering and Management- Reliability Management- Maintenance ManagementThis role involved maintaining and providing 24/7 support for €250 million worth of machinery and automation across 10 different sites in Belgium.OEM @ Colruyt: Vanderlande, Alvey/FLS, ABB, intrion, Createch, Swisslog, Eisenmann, Stow, TGW, Qubiqa, Savoye, Bollegraaf, Numafa, Fraxinus, Motus, Stork, Weber, ATTEC, Knapp, Krones,... #MaintenanceDirector #HeadOfEngineering #ProjectDirector Show less

After several years in France, I was selected to manage strategic projects for the Colruyt Group. Managing projects in building environment from study case to finished product. Leading teams to get the best value for money, in satisfaction to clients.Specialized in DC's with logistic automatisation, Datacenters & turnkey projects.Following up costs, planning (using WBS) & team achievement..Realizations:- Colruyt Datacenter- Refurbishing a office building-… Show more After several years in France, I was selected to manage strategic projects for the Colruyt Group. Managing projects in building environment from study case to finished product. Leading teams to get the best value for money, in satisfaction to clients.Specialized in DC's with logistic automatisation, Datacenters & turnkey projects.Following up costs, planning (using WBS) & team achievement..Realizations:- Colruyt Datacenter- Refurbishing a office building- Cold store orderpicking automatisation (-28°C)- High bay warehouse Ollignies (incl EHB system)Technics: - Construction- HVAC- IT- EL- Fire protection- Logistic / AutomationFollowed additional courses:- Myers-Briggs Type Indicator MBTI (Human Matters)- Project Management Methodology - Group dynamics (NSC)- Non violent communication (Human Matters)- Body language (IVC)- Grow assessment (Kaleido) Show less

Upon the acquisition of FEMA by Dolmen IP / INTRION / Colruyt, I was appointed to manage the company.In this role, I provided leadership and management to the business, assuming full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of various departments, including Sales, Accountancy, Quality (ISO), Manufacturing, and Service.Notable Projects: Algerian airport terminals in Oran and DjanetFollowed additional courses:- ISO 9001: 2000 & 2008 (LNE)#GeneralManagement… Show more Upon the acquisition of FEMA by Dolmen IP / INTRION / Colruyt, I was appointed to manage the company.In this role, I provided leadership and management to the business, assuming full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of various departments, including Sales, Accountancy, Quality (ISO), Manufacturing, and Service.Notable Projects: Algerian airport terminals in Oran and DjanetFollowed additional courses:- ISO 9001: 2000 & 2008 (LNE)#GeneralManagement #BusinessDevelopment Show less

As a Project Manager, I coordinated the execution of projects, often starting from the study phase. I organized and led the project team, ensuring adherence to both the project scope and delivery timelines. To achieve this, I cultivated optimal relationships with suppliers, clients, and colleagues, closely monitoring supplier performance.Additionally, I sought the most productive and effective working methods, balancing cost considerations with client requirements.Key… Show more As a Project Manager, I coordinated the execution of projects, often starting from the study phase. I organized and led the project team, ensuring adherence to both the project scope and delivery timelines. To achieve this, I cultivated optimal relationships with suppliers, clients, and colleagues, closely monitoring supplier performance.Additionally, I sought the most productive and effective working methods, balancing cost considerations with client requirements.Key Achievements:- Colruyt pork processing- FedEx CGN 3k Hub- FedEx CDG infeed and run-out extension- FedEx CDG maintenance improvement- FedEx CDG dangerous goods extension- DHL Vitoria Hub- Colruyt beef processing- Colruyt empty tray sorting system- FedEx CDG 2015 (24k -> 33k)#ProjectManagement Show less

As a Maintenance Engineer, I planned the routine maintenance of equipment and machinery, attended to breakdowns, diagnosed faults, and oversaw time-critical repairs. I supervised the work of maintenance personnel, including fitters and technicians, managing a team of 40 individuals.I was also involved in all stages of manufacturing. During equipment development, I worked to incorporate efficient maintenance methods for new equipment and participated in the installation and commissioning… Show more As a Maintenance Engineer, I planned the routine maintenance of equipment and machinery, attended to breakdowns, diagnosed faults, and oversaw time-critical repairs. I supervised the work of maintenance personnel, including fitters and technicians, managing a team of 40 individuals.I was also involved in all stages of manufacturing. During equipment development, I worked to incorporate efficient maintenance methods for new equipment and participated in the installation and commissioning processes. Throughout the production phase, I focused on improving the useful life of plant equipment and machinery.Followed additional courses:- Preventif maintenance (IfBD)- The engineer as leading manager (IfBD)- From Bale to Roll (VAPA) Show less

Thesis and internAs intern, I redesigned several machines using 3D CAD systems, to optimize production, maintenance and user support.