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PERSONAL DETAILS
NAME: Paul Nicholas Langsdorf
ADDRESS: 7 Wenlock Court, Weipa, Qld, 4874
Telephone: 0459 835 856
+61 (0)7 4069 9443
Email: flangsdo@bigpond.net.au
Date of Birth: 16/11/1969
Health: Excellent (non smoker)
PROFILE
Warehouse and Logistics Professional
TEAM LEADING FINANCIAL CONTROL PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Experienced Warehouse and Logistics professional with a career spanning over twenty-five
years mainly within the mining and resources sector in Northern Territory and Queensland.
Proven track record in leading teams, forecasting and managing multi-million dollar budgets
and delivering warehouse optimisation and process improvement projects for tier one
organisations.
Solid background in all aspects of OHS&E both on and off site with a demonstrated
capability in stakeholder engagement.
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PERSONAL and OPERATIONAL SKILLS
Excellent knowledge and compliance of Work Health & Safety procedures
Development of workplace culture (creating a desired workplace)
High level organisational, liaison and negotiation skills
Develop and manage Opex budgets accountable spend of $5m AUD pa
Monitor working environment for continual improvement opportunities
High level both verbal and written communication skills
Accountable for safe delivery of 20+ warehouse safety and productivity projects
Design and implement process improvement including development of logistical and
warehouse chain for Amrun project
Implemented Human Performance and Critical Risk Management programs
Manage and distribute inventory valued at $35m AUD
Manage warehouse and logistical machinery including development of compliance,
safe work and maintenance procedures
Manage inventory chain covering 900 kilometres of road travel on unsealed roads also
manage 2500 kilometres of sea cargo
Excellent knowledge of:
- Supply chain operations
- Integrated logistics
- Procurement
- Electronic commerce
- Financial budget management
- Resources management
ATTITUDES AND ATTRIBUTES
Courteous and friendly manner
High level of integrity and professionalism
Excellent time management and prioritising skills to achieve personal and
team targets and deadlines
Open minded, approachable and helpful
Logical, precise and thorough application of team leadership
Enthusiastic and proactive work ethic
Possess and exercise a genuine interest in people
Flexible work attitude with attention to detail
Rational and realistic approach to all situations
Able to relate to people at all levels with confidence and ability to negotiate to achieve
“win/win” result
Identify as an ISTJ on myers briggs temperament indicator
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EDUCATION and TRAINING
2012 Diploma Frontline Management
Certificate IV Warehousing Theory
2004 Workplace Health and Safety Officer
- Service Industry Module
Workplace Health and Safety Officer
- Core Module
ISPS Code and Australian Maritime
Transport Security and Regulations
1996 Dangerous Goods Vehicle Driver’s License
1992 Introduction to Supervision
Queensland Business and Industry Training
1984 Completed Year 10
Downlands Sacred Heart College, Toowoomba
TICKETS and LICENCES
• Workplace Health & Safety Officer
• Current Queensland Heavy Vehicle Drivers Licence HC. R (Semi Trailer)
• Bulk Dangerous Goods License
• Current Queensland Motorcycle Licence
• Speed Boat Licence
• B-A-2 Lift Truck Licence
• 1-B Derrick Crane Licence
• 7-A-1 Backhoe Bucket Ticket (capacity under 0.6m)
• 7-B Front end loader Ticket
• 8-A-2 Lift Truck Ticket
• Non-Slewing Mobile Crane Ticket.
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Oct 2010 - Current: Rio Tinto Procurement, Weipa, Queensland
Team Leader, Warehouse
Duties:
Manage, supervise, lead and deliver multiple cost reduction projects and programs in
line with recognised best practice methodology by managing risk, governance, quality
assurance, issue resolution, reporting and change management.
Responsible for the management of strategic contracts of the road and sea freight into
Weipa in excess of 4,900 tonnes annually
Liaise closely with key internal stakeholders (BU leaders and operational staff) in the
business along with other third party suppliers to ensure the effective and efficient flow
of controlled inventory
Manage Trade Working Capital reduction of $4m AUD from warehouse inventory.
Create, develop, maintain, present and update detailed project plans and schedules
ensuring all project dependencies and interdependencies are aligned and key milestones
are achieved.
Manage geographically diverse teams improving team safety, productivity and culture
Key Achievements:
No reportable injuries or incidents within the Weipa team during my tenure
Improved productivity and culture within Warehouse and Logistical Teams.
Increased diversity within team to exceed BU targets via indigenous training programs,
innovative recruiting and employment opportunities.
Successfully carried out major business unit restructure within warehouse and logistical
chain
Restructure warehouse and lay down area improving inventory flow, storage life and
improved inventory retrieval process
Recognised within the RTP and Weipa operational team for several manual handling
process improvements
Key participant in the cultural improvements within the team leading to recognition as a
desired workplace for external team members
Creation of team training matrix and reporting mechanism
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Jan 2007 – Sept 2010 Perkins Shipping, Weipa, Queensland
Terminal Manager
As Manager of the Weipa Terminal, I was responsible for daily operations, development of
load plans and stevedoring of ships, landing craft and barges.
Responsibilities:
Management of terminal operations
Loan plan development
Stevedoring of ships, landing craft and barges
Production of weekly delivery schedules
Maintenance of all equipment
Customer service liaison
Port Facility Security Officer, Humbug Wharf, Weipa
Oct 2006 – Dec 2006 Perkins Shipping, Karumba, Queensland
Qld HSES Officer (Health, Safety, Environment & Security)
In this role, I assisted management with the implementation of the HSES policy into the
Queensland terminals during my transition from managing the Perkins Shipping Karumba
terminal to management of the Perkins Shipping Weipa terminal.
May 2004 – Sep 2006 Perkins Shipping, Karumba, Queensland
Terminal Manager
In my position as Terminal Manager I was required to travel to all depots to inspect and
review procedures to maintain high standards and safe work practices.
Responsibilities:
Terminal management
Responsibility of all Depot Supervisors
Depots inspection
Procedure review
Safe work practices implementation
Port Facility Security Officer, Gulf Freight Wharf, Karumba
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Mar 2003 – Apr 2004 Gulf Freight Services, Cairns, Queensland
Depots Coordinator
As Depots Coordinator I was required to liaise with all Depot Supervisors ensuring all road
and sea schedules were being met.
Responsibilities:
Depot Supervisors liaison
Road and sea scheduling
Human Resource management
Workplace, Health and Safety policy and procedure adherence
Aug 2001 – Feb 2003 Gulf Freight Services, Karumba, Queensland
Terminal Manager
Managing the Karumba Terminal, I had responsibility for daily operations and interface
between road and sea.
Responsibilities:
Daily operational management
Shipping scheduling
Staff liaison
May 1993 – July 2001 Gulf Freight Services, Cairns, Queensland
Depot Manager
As Depot Manager, I was responsible for staff team supervision in all areas of receiving and
consolidating freight. Responsibilities also included the safe loading of freight via forklift
and the operation of a variety of vehicles.
Apr 1991 – Apr 1993 Gulf Freight Services, Karumba, Queensland
Derrick Crane Operator
In this position, I first became familiar with shipping procedures for both road and sea
freight. Responsibility for the operation of the Gulf Freight Services Weipa Terminal was
also required when manager was on leave.
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REFEREES
Mr Vince Lavery
Service Delivery Manager, Procurement
Global Business Services
Rio Tinto
T: +61 (0)7 4069 8613
Mr David Baker
Mechanical Reliability Engineer
Rio Tinto
East Weipa Operations, John Evans Drive QLD 4874
T: +61 (0)7 4069 8983
