Murk Schoen
Tewantin,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Engineering Manager with a proven track record at Bristow Helicopters, enhancing team productivity and project delivery through strategic planning and coaching. Expert in engineering maintenance and quality assurance controls, I've led initiatives that significantly improved product performance and compliance. My leadership fosters innovation and continuous improvement, driving stakeholder satisfaction and repeat business.
Seasoned Engineering Manager adept at seamlessly integrating project technical aspects and making information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced lead manager with 28-year history in field. Clear communicator, decision maker and problem solver.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Island Hopper LTD
03.2019 - 01.2025
- Proactively identified potential risks associated with helicopters or processes; recommended alterations mitigate these concerns before they became critical issues affecting overall performance or customer satisfaction.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of professional development and knowledge sharing within the department.
- Developed and delivered training programs to enhance employees'' understanding of quality management principles, tools, and techniques.
- Championed a culture focused on continuous improvement and excellence, fostering a shared commitment to delivering only the highest-quality products and services.
- Conducted root cause analysis on reported defects, leading to corrective action plans that mitigated future issues.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced product performance.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards by conducting regular audits of internal processes and documentation.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Engineering Manager
Hevilift Malaysia
03.2014 - 02.2019
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
- Developed comprehensive risk management framework, identifying potential issues early and devising effective mitigation strategies.
- Managed crisis situations, quickly implementing solutions to address unexpected challenges and maintain project momentum.
Engineering Manager
Malaysian Helicopter Services
01.2007 - 02.2014
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Engineering Manager
Bristow Helicopters
01.1997 - 01.2007
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Education
No Degree - LEAD AUDITOR And SMS
South Pac
Melbourne, VIC10-2018
No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering
RMIT /TAA APPRENTICESHIP.
Melbourne, VIC01-1974
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Engineering design
- Training and mentoring
- Stakeholder communication
- Resourceful nature
- Quality assurance controls
- Field operations
- Technical integration
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
- Earned "MOST SAFETY REPORTS" Award for Safety
- Managed up to 3 projects at a time.
- Supervised team of 50 staff members.
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Island Hopper LTD
03.2019 - 01.2025
Engineering Manager
Hevilift Malaysia
03.2014 - 02.2019
Engineering Manager
Malaysian Helicopter Services
01.2007 - 02.2014
Engineering Manager
Bristow Helicopters
01.1997 - 01.2007
No Degree - LEAD AUDITOR And SMS
South Pac
No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering
RMIT /TAA APPRENTICESHIP.
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