Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Selected Achievements
References
Certification
Timeline
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PAULA ROBERTSON

PAULA ROBERTSON

Bellerive,TAS

Summary

Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals, with proven marine experience and stakeholder management in complex environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager- Refit, Systems & Services

Marine Solutions Asia
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Successfully managed multiple commercial vessel projects simultaneously, including refits, system configurations and commissioning, by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.

Project Officer - Pilotage & Maritime Services

North Queensland Bulk Ports
07.2020 - 12.2022
  • Support the Towage tendering process, through review of tenders/contracts provided by suppliers to ensure compliance with project scope/requirements and quality standards
  • Reduced project delivery timelines through meticulous planning, scheduling, and resource management.
  • Support procurement activities, through administration of processes in compliance with NQBP requirements and Queensland Procurement policy
  • Formulate advice and recommendations based on expertise, options, and implications
  • Coordinate reporting of project schedules and progress, to ensure timely achievement of key milestones
  • Collaborate with teams and key stakeholders (including suppliers) to identify and review impacts on schedules and develop solutions to resolve scheduling issues
  • Overcame unforeseen challenges by proactively identifying potential issues promptly developing contingency plans accordingly.
  • Coordinated work efforts across multiple departments and organisations, including AMSA, VTS, EPA, GRMBPA, Port Authorities and mining operations to foster a cohesive environment conducive to achieving project success efficiently.

Project Manager- Major Events

Nelson City Council NZ
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Provide project and contract management oversight of agreed major events to ensure the event is delivered by the event organiser on time, budget and within scope to quality requirements
  • Develop and implement risk assessment criteria to assess if active management of an event is required, implement risk mitigations
  • Provide advice to Council and prepare and negotiate Council contracts with major event organisers
  • Guide stakeholder engagement, emergency services, venues, communications, training sessions, IT support, social media, consents and licenses, communications, media, and social media platforms
  • Provide procurement services and contract administration for required resources and events
  • Coordinate Council's Communication team and major event organisers to provide timely and effective information
  • Prepare coordinate and present project documentation and event reports for Council, Committees, Boards and Senior Leadership teams
  • Provide Project Management event expertise in managing major events
  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure project delivery and outcomes expectations are realistic and achievable.

CEO - Executive Director

Royal Life Saving Tasmania
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Develop and manage the strategic direction of the organisation in line with Federal, State, Local strategic direction and procure grant funding within several frameworks
  • Manage complex educational and training programs for community and oversee strategic and operational planning and management of complex relationships
  • Event, training, and workshop delivery nationally
  • Manage staff, budgets, HR, Policies and Procedures and projects budgets, asset management, procurement of vehicles and training assets, depreciation, and renewal
  • Respond to AGMs and attend State Council and Board meetings and oversee staff development and training initiatives.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.

Clinical Services Manager - Delivery & Development

MS Tasmania (Multiple Sclerosis)
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Derive and implement a pilot project into a sustainable model and manage funding and stakeholders from Local, State and Federal departmental stakeholders
  • Implement innovative service models and advocate and advise Federal/State/Local Government on MS Issues/policy and operational guidelines
  • Manage complex relationships, community development and engagement and advise on State and Federal policy development, Strategic and operational management
  • Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.

Education

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Stakeholder Communications
  • Resource Allocation
  • Contract Management

Selected Achievements

  • Dynamic Under Keel Clearance infrastructure and roll out program for the Ports of Hay Point and Abbot Point – Project support.
  • Delivery support of the tender process and contract implementation for Towage contracts – North Queensland Bulk Ports.
  • Refurbishment project support of the Vessel Traffic Services facility – Hay Point, Queensland.
  • Vessel refits - Commercial & Recreational - Malaysia & Thailand.
  • Design & Implementation of Pilotage Simulator - NQBP.
  • Developed and managed large-scale sporting events, communication plans, stakeholder engagement and Project Management for Major Events, including Enduro World Series, T20 International cricket, NZ Rugby World Cup and Bay Dreams Festival.
  • Held Director roles on several National Boards and councils, including RSPCA, National Aquatic Guidelines Council, Australian Council of Private Education and Training and Swimming Australia Council.

References

  • Matthew Fulton, Senior Project Manager - Marine Solutions Asia +61 0456378794
  • Cheree Figg, Senior Manager Maritime Services, North Queensland Bulk Ports, +61 0456846302

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR, Royal Life Saving - 2023
  • Certified Agile Change Agent, APMG - 2022
  • MSIC - Current - expires November 2024
  • Yachtmaster Offshore - IYT
  • Drivers License - C Class

Timeline

Project Manager- Refit, Systems & Services

Marine Solutions Asia
01.2023 - 12.2023

Project Officer - Pilotage & Maritime Services

North Queensland Bulk Ports
07.2020 - 12.2022

Project Manager- Major Events

Nelson City Council NZ
01.2018 - 05.2020

CEO - Executive Director

Royal Life Saving Tasmania
01.2015 - 01.2017

Clinical Services Manager - Delivery & Development

MS Tasmania (Multiple Sclerosis)
01.2012 - 01.2015

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