Objective
By utilising my highly developed research and analytical skills coupled with my strong commercial acumen to eventually hold a globally responsible position within a multinational maritime solutions provider.
Experience
2006 - Current
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics AS,
Contract Management Coordinator and Regional Equipment Controller, Contract and Equipment Management - Operations Department, Region Oceania, Australia
- Responsible for the management of all supplier contracts for Ocean Transportation within the region, including negotiations, revision, renewals and updates under the direction of the Regional Contract Manager.
- Control of all equipment movements within the region, ensuring sufficient stock is maintained, equipment off-hired, excess stock redirected globally and repairs undertaken in a cost efficient manner.
- Control of shore based Forklifts & Tugmaster, including the provision of invoices for repair, provision of vessel pre-maintenance schedules on a monthly basis and compliance with OH&S standards.
Dec 00 – Jan 06
Global Linc (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka – Own Business
- Complete management control over all aspects.
- Successfully maintained and developed agencies for the below organisations and ran recruitment agency for semi skilled workers.
- Responsible for advancing the strategic interests of the below organisations in Sri Lanka and other regions.
- Handed over control of agencies to another family member in Jan 06.
- Had a full time staff of 5 persons working for me and additional labour hired as required.
o Force 21 Equipment Pte Ltd, Singapore,
o Expedia Tours & Travels, Nepal.
o Flora Co, Japan.
o Venturi-Tec Marketing, Singapore.
o China State Shipbuilding Corporation (Lashing gear supplies), China.
o Supplier of human resources to several large scale oil and gas projects in the Middle East.
Jan 03 – Jan 04
McQuire Rens Consulting (Pvt) Ltd, Specialist Consultant, Sri Lanka, and Maldives
- Provision of advice and analysis to various organisations on Human Resources and Strategy related issues. Work with both private and public sector organisations in a variety of fields.
Dec 99 – Dec 00
Aeon Corporation, Foreign Training Executive, Japan
Other interests
? Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, External Consultant, Sri Lanka
? Refco (S) Pte Ltd., Introducing Broker, Singapore
? Global EdVantage, Australia
- Currently developing web based education marketing service for Australian education providers.
Short term projects/work
Provision of consultancy services and feasibility studies to several organisations wishing to establish businesses in Singapore and Australia. Focusing on market entry strategies and initial market assessments. Organisations included – Flora Co, Japan, Kay Ess Enterprises, Singapore, Hock Tong Bee – Wine and Spirits Merchants, Singapore.
Served as an external advisor to the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka dealing with macro level policy issues pertaining to education and the development of human capital.
Provided advice to corporate members of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce on Export Readiness and issues affecting quality management of the export process.
Education
Completed
Bachelor of Business Administration – Central Queensland University (Human Resources & Strategic Management)
Completed
Master of International Studies - University of Sydney (International Political Risk Analysis)
Current
Studying for the qualifying exams at the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, UK. Exams to be completed in April 2007.
Subjects
Introduction to Shipping;
Economics of Sea Transport & International Trade;
Legal Principles in Shipping Business;
Shipping Business;
Shipping Law;
Shipping Operations & Management;
Marine Insurance.
Certification
Skils
• Imaginative problem solver with exceptional organizational skills
• Customer Service – Telephone, Email, Face to Face
• Product Sales & Marketing
• Cross Cultural Communication
• Office Administration & Cost Management
• Project Management & Coordination
• Research and Analysis
• Ability to plan, initiate, and carry out ideas and programs to completion
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment as a team player or individually
• Knowledge of Office Equipment
• Conflict Resolution
• Supervision & Training
• Eye for detail
If moving overseas, must be willing to cover relocation costs. At least 1 return air ticket to home country per year. Appropriate leave and medical benefits an advantage. Initial housing expenses if on non-expatriate terms.