A results oriented leader by nature with the ability to see the ‘bigger picture’, Shane utilizes skills from an extensive background in well-known blue chip organizations in positions including General Management, Business Development, and Innovation and Change Management.

With an excess of 30 years hands on experience gained from within the mining industry, combined with specific skills in Mining, Processing, Planning, Facilities management, Construction, Performance Management, Business Analysis, Business Growth and Development, Shane has positioned companies for optimal return to shareholders whilst providing strategic direction to enable growth and increased capital value.  In more recent years, Shane has been instrumental in the strategic investment for companies such as BHP Billiton, Xstrata and Mitsui Coal Global.

With an excellent record of initiating and leading turnaround improvement strategies in large multi-site environments, Shane’s successes and achievements are predicated on a passion for people development and empowerment.  He is known as an inspirational leader with a supportive yet challenging management style that motivates both teams and individuals to achieve and exceed targets.

Keys areas of expertise include:

• Business Strategy;
• Business Growth;
• High Performance Culture;
• External Relations; and
• Business Systems and Processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFFESIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

• Masters of Business Administration – General Management
• Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical
• Associate Degree – Electrical
• Chartered Professional Engineer with the Institution of Engineers Australia
• Mitsui representative on Queensland Resources Council
• Past Director of Queensland Resources Council