Tony Smith is a highly experienced manager seeking a permanent or contract role in operations, logistics, facilities or administration management. He has over 35 years of experience in these fields, including extensive experience managing teams and operations in hostile environments in Iraq, Afghanistan, Sierra Leone and Liberia. His background includes roles in fleet management, project management, facilities management, and logistics support for government agencies and private companies.

1. CV for: TONY SMITH: as at: SEPT 2016
TONY SMITH
PERSONAL DETAILS:
Address: 34 Hoyle Road, Wirral, CH47 3AQ. Telephone: 0044-(0)151 632 0514
Mobile: 0044-(0)7834-170881 Email: Tonysmith598@hotmail.com
Employment Market: Security- Logistics/Fleet/Operations/Facilities and
Administration/Airfield Management
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT/CONTRACT
Preferred Role: QM Roles-Administration/Fleet/Operations/Facilities
Management/Importation/Exportation
Current Skill Set: QM-Fleet Manager-Ops Centre Coordinator-Admin
Manager-Aviation /Fuels/ Ops/Facilities Manager
Preferred Location(s): UK/Worldwide
Current Work Permits: Authorised to work in the EU/Worldwide
Tel (Home): 0044(0)151-632-0514
Tel (Mobile): 0044-(0)-7834-170881
Email Address: tonysmith598@hotmail.com
Skype Address Tony.smith1598
Date of Birth: 29/07/1959
Street: 34 HOYLE ROAD
City: HOYLAKE, Wirral.
Postcode: CH47 3AQ
Education: Diploma
Driving Licence: Yes-C+E/Track Licence/Motorcycle/PCV
PERSONAL PROFILE:
Highly accomplished Manager with a wealth of international experience in operations,
strategic Planning, Logistics Solution Implementation, including contract/project
Management with Government Agencies and the Military. Results-oriented, decisive
leader with proven success in difficult and hostile environments. Focused on strategic
planning, problem resolution, hands-on in-country Logistics and Operational
Management. Proven track record in project management and increasing profitability
with a tendency to thrive in dynamic and challenging environments while remaining
pragmatic and highly focused. A multitasking, team orientated player with a natural ability
to identify and prioritise core tasks, influence positively and inspire co-operation and
productivity, accustomed to working under pressure and to tight deadlines within a highly
demanding arena. Innovative, with well-developed interpersonal and interactive skills,
has the ability to organise and motivate a wide range of different employees thereby
achieving efficient performances. Highly self motivated professional with exceptional
communication and interpersonal skills. Proven track record of delivery of successful
Logistical elements of major Security projects within the Middle East,Afghanistan and
West Africa. Well balanced mix of business and technology expertise and extensive
experience of managing teams to delivery within timescales, cost and quality.

2. KEY STRENGTHS:
 Able to translate complex concepts into simple functions.
 Strong business, cost and customer focus.
 Thrives on challenge, drives through problems to achieve results.
 Excellent communication skills, written, visual and interpersonal.
 Highly experienced in Logistics, Operations and Facilities/Admin Management
 Works successfully at all organisational levels, from branch to boardroom.
 Practical and realistic approach.
 Exceptionally committed individual.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS-EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
CAIPA (SIERRA LEONE) FLEET /LOGISTICS MANAGER APR 15-PRESENT
Ebola Reaction Support and Free Health Care Distribution
THE EBOLA REACTION SUPPORT TEAMS
 Daily Accountability to the CEO for All Fleet Management Issues in Sierra Leone
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Vendors to establish a Supply Chain and delivery service within
Sierra Leone in support of DFID (UK Government) efforts to the Seierra Leone
Government
 Responsible for Audit Returns for Incoming and Outgoing Assetts
 Freetown
 Liaison with Local Vendors for the Supply and management of commodities
(Fuel/TV/Catering/Sewage Waste ect)
 Budgetary responsibility for all Fleet Operations including Operational Equipment-
Vehicle Repair and Allocation to task over over 200 Heavy and Light prime movers
 Production of Management reports for Invoicing of receipt of Vehicles
 Supervision and management of a Local workforce of Drivers and Local
Mechanical/Logistics Staff
 Liaison with the appropriate Customs and Importing agencies to achieve speedy
Importation of all Operational Equipment’s
 Provision and supervision of a Truck Fleet (Local provider) in support of a Free
Healthcare Initiative from the SL Government, including financial oversight and
approval
DAWNUS (SIERRA LEONE) FLEET /LOGISTICS MANAGER MARCH 13- FEB
2015- DAWNUS MINING and CONSTRUCTION-
DEVELOPING LOGISTICAL/FLEET SUPPORT TO AN IRON ORE MINING COMPANY
 Daily Accountability to the CEO (Swansea) for All Fleet Management Issues in Sierra
Leone
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Vendors to establish a Supply Chain for 3 Major Fleet repair
operations centres in Sierra Leone
 Responsible for Audit Returns for Incoming and Outgoing Assetts
 Responsible for Maintenance of all Facilities Management of a Logistical base in
Lunsar (SL)
 Liaison with Local Vendors for the Supply and management of commodities
(Fuel/TV/Catering/Sewage Waste ect)
 Budgetary responsibility for all Fleet Operations including Operational Equipment-
Vehicle Repair and Allocation to task over over 200 Heavy and Light prime movers
 Production of Management reports for Invoicing of receipt of Vehicles

3.  Responsible for the Management of Local Vehicle Garage to ensure a correct, cost
effective and timely repair of all Vehicles and Plant equipment in 3 Locations in Sierra
Leone
 Supervision and management of a Local workforce of Drivers and Local Mechanical
Staff
 Liaison with the appropriate Customs and Importing agencies to achieve speedy
Importation of all Operational Equipment’s
BASRA (IRAQ) FLEET/ LOGISTICS SUPPORT MANAGER NOV 11- NOV 12-
BLUE HACKLE MIDDLE EAST
 Developing Logistical/Fleet Support to a Security Company providing Close
protection to a substantial BP contract in the Basra Oilfields
 Responsible for the FM of Staff and Office buildings and the Supply of Commodities
from Local Vendors
 Liaison with local vendors/3rd
Party Suppliers for services from Requests to payments
 Daily Accountability to the CEO (London) for All Logistical matters within Iraq
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Vendors to establish a Supply Chain for 2 Major
Logistical/Operations centres in Iraq
 Budgetary responsibility for all Logistical Operations including Life
Support/Operational Equipment/Vehicle and Security Equipment Procurement
 Production of Management reports for Invoicing/Logistical Support/Dispatch and
receipt of Vehicles and Operational Equipment in support of numerous Operations in
Iraq
 Responsible for the Management of Local Vehicle Garage to ensure a correct, cost
effective and timely repair of all Vehicles and Plant equipment in 3 Locations in Iraq
 Supervision and management of a Local workforce of Procurement and
Logistics/Mechanical staff
 Liaison with the appropriate Customs and Importing agencies to achieve speedy
Importation of all Operational Equipment’s
LIBERIA WEST AFRICA LOGISTICS/FLEET MANAGER NOV 10- AUG 2011
 Developing Logistical Support to a Gold Exploration Company in all remote Counties
of Liberia
 Responsibility for 3 Main sites supplying all life support issues from a central Hub, via
Local Suppliers
 Daily Accountability to the CEO (London) for All Logistical matters within Liberia
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Vendors to establish a Supply Chain for remote Camps (12m
US$- yearly Operational Budget)
 Budgetary responsibility for all Logistical Operations including Life
Support/Operational Equipment/Vehicle and Security Equipment Procurement
 Production of Management reports for Invoicing/Logistical Support/Dispatch and
receipt of Vehicles and Loads to all remote Sites
 Responsible for the Liaison with Local Vehicle Garages to ensure a correct, cost
effective and timely repair of all Vehicles and Plant equipment
 Supervision and management of a Local workforce of Procurement and Logistics staff
 Liaison with the appropriate Customs and Importing agencies to achieve speedy
Importation of all Exploration Equipment’s
KANDAHAR/HELMAND (AFGHANISTAN) REGIONAL FUEL LOGISTICS
MANAGER NOV 09-NOV 10:
 Developing Logistical Support to US and UK Military Forces for the provision of Fuel
deliveries to a Central BFI (Bulk Fuel Installation)
 Daily Accountability to the Country Director for All Logistical matters within Southern
Afghanistan
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Local National Truck Companies to provide sufficient assets to
complete Clients orders

4.  Budgetary responsibility for all Logistical Operations including Life
Support/Operational Equipment/Vehicle and Security Equipment Procurement
 Production of Management reports for Invoicing/Logistical Support/Dispatch and
receipt of Vehicles and Loads
 Supervision and management of a Local workforce of Dispatchers and Interpreters
 Liaison with the appropriate US/UK Military BFI representative to ensure continuity
and standardised points of Contact relating to Fuel Delivery Issues
KABUL (AFGHANISTAN) LOGISTICS AND FACILITIES MANAGER
JAN 09-NOV 09:
 Developing Logistical Support to Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Commercial Security
Contracts
 Daily Accountability to the Country Director for All Logistical matters within
Afghanistan
 Liaising with Afghan Customs and Shipping Agents to ensure Timely Delivery of
Equipment Transported.
 Carry out the Facilities Management Duties of a 500+ Base Camp
 Budgetary responsibility for all Logistical Operations including Life
Support/Operational Equipment/Vehicle and Security Equipment Procurement
 Production of Management reports for Catering/Logistical Support/New
Builds/Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance and H&S
BAGHDAD (IRAQ) OPERATIONS MANAGER
MAY 08-DEC 08: SKYLINK ARABIA
 Developing Business within BIAP regarding Cargo and Passenger Requirement
 Daily Accountability to the CEO for All Operational matters within Iraq
 Liaising with Iraq Customs and Shipping Agents to ensure Timely Delivery of
Equipment Transported.
 Carry out the Administrative Management Duties, such as Pay Allowances and
Security related matters for a Team of 160+ Staff
 Day to day operations of the Baghdad Operation, including Security, Cargo Handling
and Aircraft Refuelling.
 Production of Management reports for Cargo, Air Operations, Passenger Services
and Refuelling Operations for All Skylink Departments including Basrah and Erbil
Stations
 The overseeing of a 180 Man camp in Baghdad, including Client relations, H&S,
feeding and Maintenance
BASRA(IRAQ) STATION OPERATIONS MANAGER
JUNE 07- MAY 08: SKYLINK ARABIA
 Developing Business within Basrah Station regarding Cargo and Passenger
Requirement
 Liaising with Clients( British Military) and also the Security Community in Basrah to
achieve operational effectiveness
 Liaising with Iraq Customs and Shipping Agents to ensure Timely Delivery of
Equipment Transported.
 Carry out the Administrative Duties, such as Pay Allowances and Security related
matters for a Team of 38 Staff
 Day to day operations of the Basrah Office, including Security, Cargo Handling and
Aircraft Refuelling.
 Maintenance of Up to date, Timely and cost related reports for the Baghdad HQ, and
the Administration of a Revenue and Expense Ledger for the Basrah Station

5.  The overseeing of a 100 Man camp in Basrah, including Client relations, H&S,
feeding and Maintenance
NOTE: I COMPLETED VARIOUS COMPUTER TRAINING PROJECTS FOR THE
NHS AND THE MOD IN UK FROM OCT 06 UNTIL MAY 07
IN COUNTRY (IRAQ) SALES AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER
APR 2006-SEPT 2006: PKI
 Developing Business within IRAQ regarding Customers Logistical Security Needs
 Liaising with Clients within the Security Community in Baghdad and Iraq-Wide to
assist them with an End to End Logistics Chain
 Liaising with Iraq Customs and Shipping Agents to ensure Timely Delivery of
Equipment Purchased through PKI
 Liaising with 3rd
Party Vendors in Iraq to ensure correct Maintenance was carried out
on In Country Vehicles
 Day to day operations of the Baghdad Office, including all the Inventories and Cash
flow. P&L Account, ensuring all documentation was administered correctly
 Maintenance of up to date, timely and cost related quotations for Numerous Security
Companies in Iraq
SENIOR LOGISTICS PROJECT MANAGER
MAR 2004-MAR 2006: ARMORGROUP IRAQ/BECHTEL CORPORATION
 Management of the Logistics Function for Over 400 Staff with a Budget of over 250
Million US$ in Secure Compounds in Iraq.
 Carried out the Duties of the Kuwait Ops/Movements Centre coordinator from June
04 to Dec 04. With 15 Staff, (Ex-Pat + TCN and LN)
 Liaison with US Military and State Department for the Procurement and Maintenance
of the Correct FAR regulations regarding Weaponry and Vehicles
 Managed 8 Logistics Staff in Numerous “Out locations Iraq-Wide including Basra Air
Base, and Kirkuk Air Base”.
 Consolidated and Maintained all related ledgers for Equipment for the project and
relayed a Weekly Report on such to the Project Managers
 Liaised with Bechtel Procurement team to 100% Audit the project Holdings as
required by USAID
 Completed and Maintained the Logistics Sop’s for the ArmorGroup Bechtel Contract
 Assisted in the completion of the “Drawdown” plan for the termination of the
reconstruction project
 Completed the correct Paperwork to Obtain all TCN DOD/MNFI cards in Baghdad
 Deputised for the Vehicle Fleet Manager during Leave Absence
TRAINER/DEVELOPER--SEPT 1999-FEB 2004: COMPUTER TRAINING
DELIVERY ROLES
 Developing Training Delivery on Bespoke Systems for Government/Blue Chip Clients.
 Liaising with End Users in UK Wide Locations to ascertain their Training Needs
 Liaising with Software Developers for UAT Testing
 Delivering Bespoke Courses via 1 to 1, Workshops, Group Led
 Evaluating Product In-House Performance Post Training

6.  Evaluating Feedback to ensure consistently High Standards are Maintained
ARMED FORCES SPECIALIST TRAINER/LOGISTICIAN
SEPT1975-SEPT 1999: HM FORCES (ARMY)
 A career soldier in the British Army attaining the rank of Warrant Officer Class Two in
the Royal Logistic Corps, specialising In Training/Logistics, Fleet and Operational
Management, together, with team and individual career Development and Weapons
Training.
 Completed Service as Training Specialist and RQMS/Facilities Manager in Field
Units, responsible for the Individual and Group Development of over 1000+ young
logistical recruits in Diverse Subjects ranging from IT to Young Officer Management
Courses.
RELATED COURSES:
DATE COURSE TITLE LOCATION
Feb 2009 Induction/HEAT Course Kabul, Afghanistan
Apr 2004 Armourgroup In Country Security Course Baghdad Iraq (Ongoing
Refresher Courses)
1997 Advanced Training Methods and Techniques HM Forces
1994 RQMS Course HM Forces
1989 Range A (Stage 5) Range Qualification HM Forces
1989 Unit First Aid Instructors Course HM Forces
1988 Skill at Arms Instructor Course HM Forces
1987 EPC (A) HM Forces
1986 Fleet Managers Course (HGV) HM Forces
1984 Senior Military Qualification Course HM Forces
RELATED OPERATIONAL TOURS:
DATE COMPANY LOCATION/ROLE
1980 to 1995 Op Banner (Northern Ireland) Roulement Various (4 Tours)
1976 to 1982 UN Cyprus Peacekeeping Tours 3 Tours of 6 Months
REFERENCES: SUPPLIED UPON REQUEST

7.  Evaluating Feedback to ensure consistently High Standards are Maintained
ARMED FORCES SPECIALIST TRAINER/LOGISTICIAN
SEPT1975-SEPT 1999: HM FORCES (ARMY)
 A career soldier in the British Army attaining the rank of Warrant Officer Class Two in
the Royal Logistic Corps, specialising In Training/Logistics, Fleet and Operational
Management, together, with team and individual career Development and Weapons
Training.
 Completed Service as Training Specialist and RQMS/Facilities Manager in Field
Units, responsible for the Individual and Group Development of over 1000+ young
logistical recruits in Diverse Subjects ranging from IT to Young Officer Management
Courses.
RELATED COURSES:
DATE COURSE TITLE LOCATION
Feb 2009 Induction/HEAT Course Kabul, Afghanistan
Apr 2004 Armourgroup In Country Security Course Baghdad Iraq (Ongoing
Refresher Courses)
1997 Advanced Training Methods and Techniques HM Forces
1994 RQMS Course HM Forces
1989 Range A (Stage 5) Range Qualification HM Forces
1989 Unit First Aid Instructors Course HM Forces
1988 Skill at Arms Instructor Course HM Forces
1987 EPC (A) HM Forces
1986 Fleet Managers Course (HGV) HM Forces
1984 Senior Military Qualification Course HM Forces
RELATED OPERATIONAL TOURS:
DATE COMPANY LOCATION/ROLE
1980 to 1995 Op Banner (Northern Ireland) Roulement Various (4 Tours)
1976 to 1982 UN Cyprus Peacekeeping Tours 3 Tours of 6 Months
REFERENCES: SUPPLIED UPON REQUEST