M Smith
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Sustainability Manager with a proven track record at TYU Land Council, excelling in stakeholder engagement and social impact assessment. Spearheaded comprehensive policies ensuring compliance and cultural protection, while leading initiatives that achieved a zero environmental incident record. Adept in contract negotiation and strategic decision-making, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sustainability Manager
TYU Land Council
01.2023 - Current
- Meet, engage with and represent Traditional Owners around various land access agreements related to the Aboriginal Land Rights Act and the NT Aboriginal Land Act.
- Consult with Traditional owners, effectively communicate complex industry development and environmental impact matters to negotiate appropriate outcomes for all parties, while ensuring compliance against governance systems.
- Supervise all anthropological and archaeological related activities from Traditional Owner Identification to protection of archaeological sites.
- Manage the community 'Men’s Business' activities, where community men meet, discuss cultural matters and pass on stories to younger generation.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures governing negotiation, consultation and audit processes related to the Aboriginal Land Rights Act, ensuring compliance and stakeholder protection.
- Advise government agencies, both local to federal, on local social, cultural and development matters.
- Provide expert technical oversight on mining operations and development projects impacting Traditional Owner land, ensuring compliance and protecting Traditional Owner interests.
- Lead technical reviews of long-term mine plans, environmental impact assessments, and closure plans for large manganese operations.
- Review, recommend changes and where appropriate approve various development and mining EIS’s, biodiversity offset plans, environmental operating plans, proposals and performance to ensure compliance plus cultural and environmental protection.
- Implement environmental and sustainability reporting systems following ESD Principles under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act and IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards.
Executive
TGRW Australia and Singapore
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Led a resource industry advisory group across Australia and Asia, focusing on mining sustainable business practices.
- Delivered high-impact commercial related projects, including: A complete system operation and procurement review for one of Indonesia’s top five mining contractors, identifying and executing efficiency improvements and implementing a sustainability supply chain process with a resultant 12% improvement in operating margin.
- Developed through extensive community discussions corporate environmental and social responsibility programs for development projects in the Philippines and Indonesia.
- Guided Indonesian resource companies in identifying and implementing practical business and sustainability system improvement solutions with a cumulative value exceeding $600M.
Executive Manager
PT RMP (Indonesia)
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Grew a mining and mineral processing consulting business to become the industry leader in Southeast Asia, exceeding $10M annual turnover.
- Led teams in completing over 100 financial, environment, sustainability, and technical studies annually.
- Managed numerous technical reviews and project improvement plans for use in acquisitions, funding or international exchange listing.
Chief Operating & Risk Officer
PT DEWA (Indonesia)
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Implemented local community development plans in remote communities adjacent to a major mining project including a technical skills development scheme, community health education programs and community business development programs.
- Established comprehensive risk control practices, achieving a zero-harm safety record, improved production and commercial performance, exceeding budgetary expectations across all areas.
- Spearheaded a sustainability program, delivering a zero environmental incident record, a 20% reduction in carbon output, and the elimination of community-related disruptions.
- Co-managed the successful company listing on the Jakarta Stock Exchange.
Development Operations Manager
PT BRI (Indonesia)
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Led the technical, environmental and social aspects of the US$500M QPU mine acquisition, securing a strategic asset for the company.
- Negotiated and secured four long-term operating contracts with a total value of US$14 billion, generating significant revenue streams.
- Implemented new environmental management and community engagement systems at KPC post-acquisition.
- Led the development of a 6Mtpa greenfield coal mine, achieving first coal production 2 months ahead of schedule, demonstrating strong project management skills.
Prior to 2002
- Extensive project management experience across Australia, Indonesia, and Chile.
- Held various roles from project manager to estimator in Australia.
Education
Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability - with Distinction
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Engineering - in the Division of Mining
University of Queensland
Skills
- Social Sustainability Expertise
- Human rights knowledge
- Social impact assessment
- Social Sustainability
- Commercial Acumen
- Contract negotiation and management
- Business development and strategy
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Accounts management
- Leadership and Management
- Team leadership and motivation
- Performance management and mentoring
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Analytical and Problem-Solving
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Strategic thinking and decision making
- Risk management and mitigation
- Process improvement
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Environmental impact assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Policy development
- Sustainability reporting
- Project management
- Risk management
Key Strengths
- Social Impact & Sustainability: Deep understanding of modern social impact issues, the importance of cultural considerations, human rights, and responsible sourcing.
- Project Management: Adept at establishing project plans, baselines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, tailoring messages for diverse audiences (experts and non-experts). Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: A resourceful individual with a focus on finding creative solutions using relevant technical tools and collaborative approaches.
Languages
- English
- Bahasa Indonesian
- Spanish
Professional Organisations
- Member of the Environmental Institute of Australia and New Zealand
- Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Member of the Groote Archipelago, Threatened Species Protection Steering Committee
- Member of the Groote Environmental Research Committee
Skills
Human rights knowledge, Social impact assessment, Social Sustainability, Contract negotiation and management, Business development and strategy, Financial analysis and reporting, Accounts management, Team leadership and motivation, Performance management and mentoring, Communication (written and verbal), Data analysis and interpretation, Strategic thinking and decision making, Risk management and mitigation, Process improvement, Problem-solving and critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Indonesian
Professional
Certification
- Quarry Managers Certificate of Competency, Western Australia
- Open Cut Mine Managers Certificate, Northern Territory, Australia
Affiliations
- Member of the Environmental Institute of Australia and New Zealand
- Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Member of the Groote Archipelago, Threatened Species Protection Steering Committee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sustainability Manager
TYU Land Council
01.2023 - Current
Executive
TGRW Australia and Singapore
01.2015 - 01.2023
Executive Manager
PT RMP (Indonesia)
01.2008 - 01.2014
Chief Operating & Risk Officer
PT DEWA (Indonesia)
01.2005 - 01.2007
Development Operations Manager
PT BRI (Indonesia)
01.2002 - 01.2005
Prior to 2002
Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability - with Distinction
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Engineering - in the Division of Mining
University of Queensland
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