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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Australia, Papua New Guinea

Initially appointed to rollout telecommunication towers throughout Papua New Guinea, I was promoted to GM to develop and grow a best practice logistics division. Leading logistics operations end-to-end, I identified gaps in the market to grow the shipping business, while developing new policy and process frameworks to generate a leading customer value proposition. Today, I hold full P&L responsibility for the shipping business, lead a team of +180, and engage regularly with government, industry… Show more Initially appointed to rollout telecommunication towers throughout Papua New Guinea, I was promoted to GM to develop and grow a best practice logistics division. Leading logistics operations end-to-end, I identified gaps in the market to grow the shipping business, while developing new policy and process frameworks to generate a leading customer value proposition. Today, I hold full P&L responsibility for the shipping business, lead a team of +180, and engage regularly with government, industry and safety regulatory bodies, converting opportunity while ensuring compliant, resource efficient and cost effective operations.• Delivered the most cost effective and efficient shipping solution for two telecommunications customers, eventually building double the initial remit and providing a platform for sustainable growth; • Diversified existing revenue lines to drive growth, introducing a regular passenger service that is now the most popular in the region; • Established a company culture centred on integrity and accountability, introducing robust governance and compliance procedures. Show less

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Vanuatu, Fiji, Australia

Having developed a reputation as an effective problem solver in remote locations, I was engaged to support the delivery of a government contract to provide logistical and procurement support in the event of natural disasters. A high-pressure role, I developed a strategy to distribute Australian aid on the ground to disaster areas in a timely and cost effective manner. Engaging and managing stakeholder relationships was a crucial element to the role, with regular liaison with government… Show more Having developed a reputation as an effective problem solver in remote locations, I was engaged to support the delivery of a government contract to provide logistical and procurement support in the event of natural disasters. A high-pressure role, I developed a strategy to distribute Australian aid on the ground to disaster areas in a timely and cost effective manner. Engaging and managing stakeholder relationships was a crucial element to the role, with regular liaison with government departments, NGOs, local suppliers and contractors to meet SLAs in a high profile environment.• Delivered goals for aid distribution in Vanuatu in the wake of Cyclone Pam in half the time frame expected, exchanging the delivery method from fixed plane to helicopter;• Achieved 100% of SLAs and reporting, developing skills across communication and stakeholder engagement;• Improved collaboration between NGOs, achieving quicker results by combining budgets and delivering aid kits simultaneously. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Engaged to build the company’s Queensland operations, I was initially tasked with driving revenue and growth. The role later evolved to develop strategic alliances with international shipping industry stakeholders, setting up a freight forwarding agency in Brisbane, and ship agency and fuel depots in the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. A key objective of the role was to build a customer base in the Torres Straits and establish a supply chain from the Cairns warehouse, a model designed to win… Show more Engaged to build the company’s Queensland operations, I was initially tasked with driving revenue and growth. The role later evolved to develop strategic alliances with international shipping industry stakeholders, setting up a freight forwarding agency in Brisbane, and ship agency and fuel depots in the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. A key objective of the role was to build a customer base in the Torres Straits and establish a supply chain from the Cairns warehouse, a model designed to win market share from key players in the area. During this period, I oversaw end-to-end logistics and improved processes, systems and reporting in line with corporate standards. • Won 2 major tenders and obtained 40% of the market in the Torres Strait via superior customer service;• Achieved significant cost savings and created opportunities in the region by developing local talent;• Established fuel depots in the south Pacific in challenging circumstances, introducing robust safety processes and tools to ensure the safe handling of dangerous goods. Show less

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Global Business Management

Master of Business Administration - Global business Management

Bachelor, International Business

Bachelor of International business

Diploma, Business Administration

Bachelor of Business

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