GIANPAOLO AZZARA’
Nino Bixio Str. **, Motta San Giovanni (RC) - Italy
Phone: +393*********, +777********
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An Executive with a proven record of accomplishments in Engineering/Project Management, Maintenance and Manpower Services mainly supporting the Oil and Gas and Mining sector. Possesses expertise in multiple Account Management.
A self-driven professional capable of delivering end-to-end strategy in global markets, with ability in coaching, development and execution through program management and strategic analysis of all tactics. Proven track of business turnaround and development in emerging markets and highly competitive environments. EXPERIENCE
DATES FROM DECEMBER ON GOING
POSITION: GROUP COMMERCIAL MANAGER
COMPANY: KIOS LLP, EXPERTISE LLP
LOCATION: KAZAKHSTAN
COMPANY DESCRIPTION: GLOBAL VALVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, WELL HEAD AND XMAS TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, ENGINEERING/PROCUREMENT/CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, TURNAROUND SERVICES
MAIN CLIENTS: KPO B.V., NCOC B.V., ZHAIKMUNAI, PARKER DRILLING, ERSAI LLC DUTIES: Developing the commercial strategy and the commercial direction of projects. Negotiating with customers, suppliers, and manufacturers. Building and managing relationships with customers. Conducting market research. Monitoring the progress of projects. Overseeing the performance of the commercial team. Providing direction to the project team. Pursuing new business opportunities. Monitoring budgeting expenses. Identifying and managing commercial risks. DATES FROM NOVEMBER 2020 – DECEMBER 2021
POSITION: GENERAL DIRECTOR
COMPANY: KIOS LLP
LOCATION: KAZAKHSTAN
COMPANY DESCRIPTION: GLOBAL VALVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, WELL HEAD AND XMAS TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, ENGINEERING/PROCUREMENT/CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, TURNAROUND SERVICES
MAIN CLIENTS: KPO B.V., NCOC B.V., ZHAIKMUNAI, PARKER DRILLING, ERSAI LLC DUTIES
Oversaw all the business operations of the Company, including the financial performances, investments, and other business ventures.
Delegated and supervised the work of six executives. Developed and executed the Company business strategies. Provided strategic advice to the Supervisory Council Board. Prepared and implemented comprehensive business plans by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities.
Supported the Supervisory Council Board in implementing long terms ventures and agreements such us Joint Venture, Consortiums, etc.
Communicated and maintained relationships with shareholders, business partners and local authorities. Developed and communicated Company policies and legal guidelines. 2
Read and analyze the submitted periodic reports by managers and executives to reward performances, prevent issues and actively resolve problems.
MAIN ACHIVEMENTS
Completed the reorganization and optimization of the Company overall structure. Successfully managed a team of 10 Managers.
Established a Decision-Making process in accordance with the Company Charter and Corporate governance policies.
Developed F&A policies and standards.
Developed Cost Control policies and standards.
Developed Salary polices, salary grids and caps, performance assessment. Promoted and conducted cost optimization campaigns (Direct/Indirect and overhead). Promoted a performance-oriented work environment and introduced mechanism of career development and Career growth within the company.
Increased sales figure by 12.3% on quarterly basis. Established a Commercial Department, developed policies and standards, employed qualified manpower. Established a Contract Management Division, developed policies and standards, employed qualified manpower.
Established a Project Control Division, developed policies and standards employed qualified manpower. Upgrade and modernization of software, company server and electronic tools. Optimized the HSSE and QA/QC Dpt. and introduced software tools for managing the day-to-day activities. Awarded the first EPC Contract of the Company in Country. DATES FROM APRIL 2019 – TO OCTOBER 2020
POSITION: GENERAL DIRECTOR
COMPANY: EXPERTISE LLP,
LOCATION: KAZAKHSTAN
COMPANY DESCRIPTION: PRIMARY ENGINEERING, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND MANPOWER SERVICE PROVIDER
MAIN CLIENTS: AGIP KCO, NCOC N.V., KPO B.V., TECNINCO LLP, TECNOMARE BRANCH, ERSAI LLP, CASPIAN OCEAN, ERSAI LLC, RENCO KAT, KIOS LLP, KASMUNAIGAS LLP, BLUE WATER SHIPPING, AGIP CASPIAN, AGIP KARACHAGANAK, ZHAIKMUNAI, ERG MINING, KMMS LLP,
DUTIES
Oversaw all the business operations of the Company, including the financial performances, investments, and other business ventures.
Delegated and supervised the work of six executives. Developed and executed the Company business strategies. Provided strategic advice to the Supervisory Council Board. Prepared and implemented comprehensive business plans by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities.
Supported the Supervisory Council Board in implementing long terms ventures and agreements such us Joint Venture, Consortiums, etc.
Communicated and maintained relationships with shareholders, business partners and local authorities. Developed and communicated Company policies and legal guidelines. Read and analyze the submitted periodic reports by managers and executives to reward performances, prevent issues and actively resolve problems.
MAIN ACHIVEMENTS
Increased sale figures of 15% a year from the 2016. Awarded the first Engineering Contract in the Country and the first Power Generation Feasibility study in the Country.
Supported the Supervisory Council to establish Consortium and Joint Venture in the Country. Develop F&A Policies and Standards.
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DATE: APRIL 2012 - MARCH 2019
POSITION: DEPUTY BRANCH MANAGER/COUNTRY MANAGER
COMPANY: EXPERTISE BRANCH/LLP
LOCATION: KAZAKHSTAN
COMPANY DESCRIPTION: PRIMARY ENGINEERING, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND MANPOWER SERVICE PROVIDER
MAIN CLIENTS: AGIP KCO, NCOC N.V., KPO B.V., TECNINCO LLP, TECNOMARE BRANCH, ERSAI LLP, CASPIAN OCEAN, ERSAI LLC, RENCO KAT, KIOS LLP, KASMUNAIGAS LLP, BLUE WATER SHIPPING, AGIP CASPIAN, AGIP KARACHAGANAK, ZHAIKMUNAI, ERG MINING, KMMS LLP,
DUTIES
Direct singlehandedly all business operations within the Central Asia region for the Engineering, Project Management and Manpower division.
In charge of the development and execution of Strategic, Marketing/Commercial and Annual Operating Plans in line with Company strategies and goals.
Function as contract holder for the execution of 120M$ Manpower, Engineering and Technical Assistance Contracts.
Direct with end-user for major onshore and offshore Projects in Kazakhstan. Develop professional relations with key regional accounts, government bodies, particularly within the Kazakhstan Authorities and trade organizations.
Responsible for the administration and efficient daily operation of the Branch Office and the local LLP, including operations, product sales, customer service, and security and safety in accordance with the Company's objectives.
Accountable for day-to-day operations of the Company with managerial and administrative functions and support to the Company C-Level executives.
Maintains communication between staff, Directorate functions and the Consortium Representatives. Provides support, guidance, and training to local staff. DATES FROM 2010 – TO 2012
POSITION: PROJECT COORDINATOR
COMPANY: EXPERTISE SRL
LOCATION: ITALY
Project Coordinator for several Engineering, Project Management and Technical Supervision service Contracts within the O&G market.
Worked closely with the Project Management team and coordinated the projects execution and action plans concerning the necessary resources, budget, and timeframe for projects. Implementing the agreed action plans.
Responsible for the effective flow of information between team members, participants in project activities and the Clients.
Responsible for coordinating meetings and developing short- and long-term strategies for the execution of the Contracts from beginning to end.
Responsible for the execution of the services.
Responsible for the budget by monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures. Focal point for the delivery of the project documentation and for the preparation and execution of the project plan.
Execution of various administrative and operations tasks such as project documents, project schedule, responsibility lists for those who are involved in the projects. DATES FROM 2008 – TO 2010
POSITION: HSE SUPERVISOR
COMPANY: EXPERTISE SRL
LOCATION: ITALY
DUTIES:
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Managed all HSE activities associated with the operations of oil and gas on the onshore and offshore facilities ensuring that those are achieved in safe, environmental compliant and due regard of occupational health in accordance with Italian law and regulations and Client standards and procedures. Implemented the Production Operations HSEQ strategy for onshore and offshore operations. Promoted a pro-active HSEQ culture.
Assured compliance of equipment and systems with official certification/approvals. Actively monitored HSEQ aspects of all processes and documentation. Ensured follow-up to risk management activities.
Developed Emergency Response in alignment with the Asset Safety Case. Reviewed the HSE content of competency profiles of all Asset functions. Reported HSE related activities & maintaining statistics. Informed and interpreted legislative and regulatory requirements and best practices. Identified HSE improvements to systems and processes. Liaised with external HSE regulatory bodies where required. Identified and supported HSE competency assurance development. Managed the HSE Asset support team.
Audited and reviewed of HSEQ systems and processes. Ensured Accident/Incident investigations were adequately conducted. Ensured maintenance of the Material Safety Data Base. Promoted and assessed occupational health management. Monitored compliance with the environmental management system. Mentor and coach Junior Staff.
DATES FROM 2007 – TO 2009
LEGAL ADVISOR, ES2 SRL, ITALY
Reporting on national and international legislation on the Renewable energy sector. DATES FROM 2007 TO 2012
MEMBER OF BAR ASSOCIATION, BOLOGNA
DATES FROM 2004 – TO 2007
LEGAL APPRENTICESHIP, VARIOUS LAW FIRM, ITALY
Legal apprenticeship on civil and commercial law. Insights on WTO legislation. DATES FROM 1995 – TO 2000
SEAMAN (SEASONAL JOB), MOBY LINES, ITALY
Seasonal work on passenger ships.
EDUCATION
OCTOBER 2006
POST GRADUATE TRAINING, ASSOCIAZIONE STUDI GIURIDICI OF BOLOGNA It’s okay to brag about your GPA, awards, and honors. Feel free to summarize your coursework too. JULY 2006
POST DEGREE MASTER, UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA – ALMA MATER STUDIORUM TRANSPORT AND SHIPPING LEGISLATION AND ECONOMY
It’s okay to brag about your GPA, awards, and honors. Feel free to summarize your coursework too. NOVEMBER 2004
MASTER’S DEGREE IN LAW, UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA – ALMA MATER STUDIORUM 5
Degree in European Union Law.
1999
HIGH SCHOOL QUALIFICATION, LICEO CLASSICO “T. CAMPANELLA” SKILLS
• ORGANIZATIONAL AND LEADERSHIP
• PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION-MAKING
ABILITIES
• UNDERSTANDING OF CORPORATE FINANCE AND
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE
• COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL
ATTITUDE
• PROACTIVE NATURE
ACTIVITIES
VOLUNTEERS EXPERIENCE WITH ATYRAU YOT CLUB
COACHING AND MENTORING TO NATIONAL STUDENTS
LANGUAGES
ITALIAN MOTHER LANGUAGE
ENGLISH FLUENT
RUSSIAN ELEMENTARY
**WILLING TO RELOCATE ABROAD**
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Nur Sultan, 31st of March 2022 Gianpaolo Azzara’
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