Experience

New Century Resources
• Australia
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Construction Manager

  • Jun 2022 - Present


Krest Constructions

• United Kingdom
• Construction

• Managing Director

  • Jul 2016 - Present

  In this role I successfully set up and effectively ran own construction company. I consistently played an active role in the development of the safety culture on the project, successfully making safety a natural part of all work performed. I also successfully engaged in controlling project schedule and cost through the efficient use of all construction resources including manpower, materials, tools and all relevant professional equipment. My task was to execute field construction activities in conformance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, quality requirements and applicable safety standards. I regularly conducted various administrative and financial duties, as required. Finally, I thoroughly monitored productivity and cost and continuously implemented actions to maintain maximum labour productivity and cost-effectiveness. Key Achievements: • Effectively and continuously ensured all work undertaken was strictly within approved scope boundaries and was also in full compliance with all requirements and applicable rules and regulations. Show less



Newcrest Mining

• Australia
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager - Lihir Contracting Services (LCS)

  • Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

  In this role I am tasked with a management of all day-to-day project activities and interactions between the clients and staff members. My task is to accurately and regularly measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques and periodically report and escalate to management, as needed. I regularly perform risk management in order to minimise project risks. I also continuously create and maintain comprehensive project documentation. My duty is to faultlessly manage the relationship with the client and all essential stakeholders. I ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within set budget. In the course of my duties, I accurately report on project progress and proactively manage commercial and technical issues. I effectively develop a detailed project plan to precisely track progress and ensure resource availability and allocation. Finally, I regularly engage in developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant essential stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. Key Achievements: • Successfully coordinated internal resources and third parties and vendors for the flawless execution of projects as well as consistently maintained excellent professional relationships with the clients, third parties and vendors. • Effectively and consistently led and championed a culture of ‘safety first’ and seamlessly promoted a no-compromise approach to safety and quality. Show less



Ok Tedi Mining Limited

• Papua New Guinea
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager - Owners Team

  • Feb 2019 - Oct 2021

  In this role I was engaged in managing all day-to-day project activities and interactions between staff members and clients. I closely and continuously coordinated with cross-discipline team members and effectively ensured all parties were on track with project requirements, deadlines and schedules, as required. My task was to submit project deliverables and ensure that they strictly adhered to quality standards. I accurately reported on project progress and proactively managed commercial and technical issues. I also conducted post-project evaluation and precisely identified and developed new opportunities with clients. In the course of my duties, I vigorously promoted a culture of ‘safety first’ and strongly endorsed a very strict approach to safety issues. Finally, I consistently monitored environmental and health/safety compliance and strongly promoted a safe working environment. Key Achievements: • Successfully completed the construction and commissioning of the Ok Tedi Mines Crusher Replacement Project (CRP - US $230M), which involved the construction of the new crusher (largest in the southern hemisphere) screening plant, conveyors and reclaimed chambers and all ancillary equipment. • Demonstrated excellent understanding and respect for established safety procedures, regulations and legislation. • Regularly engaged in meeting with project team members and precisely identified and promptly and efficiently resolved pending issues. Show less



FK Gardner & Sons Group

• PreContracts Manager - Infrastructure

  • Jan 2014 - Jul 2016

• Construction Manager - Infrastructure

  • Jan 2014 - Jul 2016

  In this role I effectively maintained regular communication and attended meetings with clients and their representatives and regularly informed them of progress on the project and other relevant issues. I checked design documents with architects, surveyors and engineers.My task was to effectively manage the construction site on a day-to-day basis, including supervising the labour force, monitoring subcontractors, checking materials, inspecting work and overseeing quality control. I promptly and efficiently dealt with any unexpected problems that occurred during the project.I was also tasked with planning the work and overseeing the buying of necessary materials and equipment. I communicated with consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners and other stakeholders involved in the project, as required.My duty was to plan and coordinate a project from start to finish, including organising the schedule of work, costings and budget. Finally, I strongly promoted and maintained health and safety, including site inspections to ensure safety rules were being strictly followed.Key Achievements:• Successfully ensured the project was delivered on time and on budget by setting benchmarks, agreeing budgets and closely monitoring progress.• Drove process improvement initiatives that delivered efficiency and effectiveness by overseeing multiple projects and tenders from tender stage through to project completion. Show less



Hutchinson Builders

• Australia
• Construction
• 700 & Above Employee

• Team Leader - Civil Operations

  • Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  I served as a Chief Estimator for civil works. My task was to regularly check and engage in signing off work, as needed. I faultlessly worked with technical drawings and plans, as required. My duty was to be efficiently involved in the senior management of all sites and staff. I monitored team performance and engaged in carrying out appraisals. I also consistently engaged in senior management of all sites and staff members. I was tasked with the management of Queensland Head Office for civil constructions. In the course of my duties, I seamlessly planned workloads and accurately delegated work to team members, as needed. I effectively ensured workers continuously and strictly followed applicable company policy and procedures. Finally, I successfully ensured adequate resources were allocated to achieve stated targets, standards and legislative compliance for quality, health, safety, environment and employee relations. I also consistently and faultlessly implemented efficient systems to closely monitor performance. Key Achievements: • After only two months won the first project being the EHM underground dewatering project at Cloncurry. • Successfully won the $35 million civil concrete package at the Grosvenor Mine at Moranbah, as well as the construction of the conveyor and man and material drifts for Redpath Mining. • Successfully developed and maintained organisational culture, values and reputation in target markets and with all staff members, customers, suppliers, partners and regulatory bodies. • Created a successful civil business unit inside a Tier 1 building company. • Consistently ensured work was completed on time, to a high standard and in line with health and safety guidelines. Show less



S&N Civil Constructions

• South Africa

• State Manager - Queensland

  • Feb 1996 - Nov 2011

  Projects Kestrel Mine Expansion Ausenco/Rio Tinto Ernest Henry Magnetite Project Ausenco/Xstrata Copper Ernest Henry Underground Project Xstrata Copper Mt. Isa Mine Expansion Xstrata Zinc Queensland Nickel Maintenance Works Contract BHP Billiton/Queensland Nickel Ernest Henry Shaft Collar Project Xstrata Copper Crinum North Project BMA/Bechtel Carborough Downs Expansion Project Ausenco/Vale Townsville Power Station Leighton’s/Origin Energy Mungana Mine Project Kagara Zinc Yabulu Road Upgrade Stages 2 & 3 BHP Billiton Lady Annie Mine Expansion - Copper Co Yabulu Extension - BHP QNI Cell Lift Concrete Works - BHP MHP Road Upgrade - BHP Tippler Area Construction - BHP I worked in various roles for S&N Civil Constructions, including Formworker, Supervisor, Site Manager, Operations Manager & State Manager - Queensland. I regularly reported work progress and budget matters to clients. I also prepared cost estimates, budgets and work timetables, as needed. My task was to select subcontractors and schedule and coordinate their activities. My duty was to strictly comply with legal requirements, building and safety legislation and other regulations. I closely collaborated with architects, engineers and other construction specialists. I also promptly and efficiently responded to work delays, emergencies and other problems. Finally, I interpreted and explained contracts and technical information to other professionals, as required. Key Achievements: • Strategically planned corporate goals and engaged in building a business from no accolades at all to building and achieving a first class and successful multi-million-dollar operation. • Full Accreditation - Xstrata Metals, BHP, Rio Tinto, Vale. • National Finalist - Work Safe Australia Awards - best workplace health and safety management system. • Winner - 2009 Workplace Health & Safety QLD Work Safe Awards - best workplace health and safety management system. Show less