Howard Gray
About
MINING & EMV: solid expertise in the working methods, procedures and techniques in dry mining operations, mining services and maintenance of EMV equipment. OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT: efficiently running multi-site operations, overseeing heavy duty equipment, P&L, budgets, service levels, Health & Safety procedures, forecasting for future activities. PROJECT & CHANGE MANAGEMENT: leading projects adhering to set budgetary and time constraints, embracing change, supporting innovation to improve status quo, providing support and assistance to colleagues during periods of uncertainty. STRATEGY: unique ability to think with bigger picture in mind, setting operational, tactical goals delivering strategic objectives, defining company direction and associated business plans. RISK MANAGEMENT: highly competent in assessing and managing operational risks, ensuring viable emergency plans are in place, securing minimal detrimental effects to overall operations. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to alter style of delivery according to situation at hand; substantial experience leading multi-cultural and multi-skilled operational teams LEADERSHIP: natural Leader, capable of leading teams to successful collective performance delivering set business objectives, leading and supporting colleagues. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT: successfully fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels, effectively managing their expectations and ensuring their needs are met. ANALYTICS & PROBLEM SOLVING: strong ability to address and tackle a wide array of issues in a logical and methodical manner, finding the most viable solution.
Work Experience
Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician
Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician
Workshop Supervisor
Workshop Supervisor
Acting Dealerpoint Manager
Dealerpoint Manager
Branch Manager
Transport Manager
Enjoyed a successful and progressive career with a leading producer of mineral sands in South West Africa, servicing the global market.
Earth Moving Section Head
Managing the entire earth moving department (EMV) - dry mining, mine services, transport haulage, static plant and marine, totaling 350 staff. Overseeing full budgets, cost management, and daily/nightly operations.
Workshop Manager
Appointed to relocate and manage haulage workshop/haulage transport operations after management restructure and reform of the company. Overseeing daily workshop and haulage operations at two locations.