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| Ref # |  | JS15049 |
| Year of birth |  | 1953 |
Current Location/Address |
| City or Town |  | Twizel |
| State |  | 7901 |
| Country |  | NEW ZEALAND |
Permanent/Home Location/Address |
| City or Town |  | Twizel, S. Island |
| State |  | 7901 |
| Country |  | NEW ZEALAND |
Languages |
| Primary Language |  | Fluency |
| English |  | Read, write and speak fluently |
Nationalities |
| Nationality |  | NEW ZEALAND |
| Second Nationality |  | CANADA |
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Experience Classification |
| Job Function |  | Years Experience |
| Asset Operations Superintendent |  | 8 |
| Commissioning Manager |  | 2 |
| Operations Manager |  | 8 |
| Site Manager |  | 5 |
| Production Superintendent |  | 4 |
| Industry |  | Years Experience |
| Petrochemical - Refinery |  | 18 |
| Chemical and Fertilizer |  | 15 |
| Port Facilities |  | 6 |
| Engineering |  | 18 |
| Mining |  | 4 |
Qualifications |
| Highest Qualifications |  | HNC/Certificate |
| Qualification | Subject | Establishment/Country | Year |
| HNC/ONC/Certificate | chemical eng | Canada | 1977 |
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Computer Skills and Software Used |
| Maximo, Word, Timeline, XL, Yokogawa, Honeywell etc |
Work Locations |
| Are you willing to move or relocate? |  |
Yes - I will travel domestically
Yes - I will travel internationally |  |
Availability |
| Start Immediately? |  | Available Now |
Ideal Next Job |
| Open to all offers anywhere |
Required Salary & Conditions |
| Whatever the going rate is Negotiable |
Employment History |
| Total Years of Work Experience: |  | 38 |
| Commenced Full Time Work: |  | 1974 |
| Job Title: |  | Site Manager |
| Duration |  | From : 2005 To: 2009 |
Summary |
By way of a brief introduction my name is Hank Kruitbosch. As I hold dual citizenship, (Canadian and New Zealand) I am able and have worked in many countries throughout the world. My last contract in Western Australia (4 years) was fulfilled in April of this year. After some quality time off, 2 vacations and some house renovation I am ready for a new employment challenge anywhere in the world.
My experience covers, Methanol, Ammonia, Urea, Hydro Power, Nickel Refining, Natural Gas Treatment, and all associated Utilities. I have construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, operations, and maintenance experience to senior management level in all of these areas.
I pride myself in maintaining a high level of fitness am a professional in all that I undertake and possess the skills, drive and determination to succeed.
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Work Experience |
Health: Excellent
Citizenship: New Zealand & Canadian
Passports: New Zealand & Canadian
Drivers license: Class 2 HT & Motorcycle
Experience Summary
• Site Manager Hydrogen Plant and Air Separation Plant
• Branch Manager transport business
• Operations Manager, large hydro electric power company
• General Manager, ammonia-urea & gas treatment business
• Design and Commissioning Manager
• Complex Manager, ammonia-urea plants
• Production Manager, 3 methanol plants
• Shift Supervisor, 3 methanol plants
• Dairy Farmer, own farm
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Specific Skills and Strengths
Ammonia / Urea / Methanol /Gas Treatment / Hydro Electric
• Design
• Construction
• Commissioning
• General Management
- Production
- Maintenance
- Technical support
- Procurement
- Distribution and Shipping
- Sales and Marketing
Asset Management
• Strategic Planning
• Budgeting
• Performance Monitoring
• Team Building
• Training / Coaching
• Health and Safety
• Environmental Compliance
• Stake Holder Liaison
• Strategic Alliance building / management
• Re-engineering / change management
• Customer relationships
Farming
• Dairy Farming
• Beef Farming
• Grain Farming
• All associated plant and machinery
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Career Profile
February 2005 – April 2009
Site Manager BOC Gases Western Australia
February 2004 – November 2004
McDowall South Canterbury Ltd.
Branch Manager based in Twizel. Establishment of new branch delivering general and agricultural cartage requirements.
July 1999 – October 2003
Meridian Energy Ltd.
New Zealand
Meridian Energy is a state owned enterprise and the largest producer of hydro electricity in NZ. The $ 3 billion asset portfolio consists of 9 stations in NZ and 5 stations recently acquired in Australia. Total installed generation capacity is 2500MW and production is on target to deliver 12,000 GW/HRS at year end June 2004.
Position held – Operations Manager
• Responsible for complete water to wire maintenance / operation of all stations
• 18 managers as direct reports
• Formed and monitored a Strategic Alliance with our 2 main service providers,85 staff
• Annual budget average $25 million including
minor capital works.
June 1992 – April 1999
Petrochem Ltd ( now Balance )
New Zealand
Petrochem is the only manufacturer of ammonia and urea in NZ. The plant produces 200,000 mt of granular urea per year from a feedstock of natural gas.
Positions held – General Manager Operations 5 years
• Reporting to Executive Chairman and Board of Directors
• Responsible for entire operation from acquisition and treatment of competitive feedstock to domestic & international marketing of product.
• $ 120 million per year turn over, average NPAT of 17%
• 176 staff
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Petrochem con”t – Complex Manager 1 year
• Responsible for complete operation of ammonia, urea, and gas treatment facility. Distribution of product through out NZ and overseas.
• 110 staff
• Annual budget of $60 million
- Production Manager 1 year
• Responsible for production of ammonia/urea and treatment of natural gas feedstock
• 65 staff
• Annual budget of $42 million
May 1986 – June 1992
Petralgas Ltd. ( now Methanex International )
New Zealand
Petralgas owned and operated a 600,000 mt/year methanol complex. The facility produced chemical grade methanol which was marketed internationally
Positions held – Complex Manager 1 year
• Responsible for the entire operation of methanol plant, plant to port pipeline( 64 km ), and port storage and loading facilities
• 86 staff
• Annual budget of $48 million
- Production Manager 4 years
• Responsible for the production and shipping of methanol
• 52 staff
• Annual budget of $36 million
- Production Superintendent 1 year
• Responsible for the day to day running of the plant
• 36 staff
• Annual budget of $12 million
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May 1978 – April 1986
Alberta Gas Chemicals Ltd ( now Methanex International )
Alberta Canada
A.G.C.L. owned and operated 3 methanol plants with a total capacity in excess of 1 million mt/ per year. The plants produced chemical grade methanol which was marketed internationally.
Positions held – Design and Commissioning Manager 6 years
• Managed a team of engineers in the commissioning of methanol plants internationally. The plants were located in, Canada, Chile, Trinidad, USA, and New Zealand. The plants were all world scale plants ranging from 600 to 2200 mt/day in capacity
• 8 staff plus nationals in various countries
- Production Manager 2 years
• Responsible for the production and transport of methanol
• 44 staff
• Annual budget of $29 million
May 1992 – May 2001
Owned and managed dairy farm in Taranaki New Zealand.
The farm was 410 acres
Last year of ownership the farm supported 395 milking Friesian
Cows and produced 750 kg/hctr of milk solids.
Additional Education:
• CPR
• Advanced First Aid
• Hazard ID
• Dangerous Goods lic.
• Forklift lic.
• Fire Fighting
• Computer Skills
• RCM Turbo
• CMM “Maximo”
• Project Planning
• Project Management
• Various Staff Management Courses
• Financial Management
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Comments/ Hobbies/ Interests etc: |
Personal Interests
• All things out doors ie. Snow/water skiing, fishing, hiking, and hunting
• Renovating and building
• Gardening
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Last Updated on 09-Mar-12
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