Novan Naidoo

Background

About Novan Naidoo

Novan Naidoo is an experienced Engineer & Manager with over 20 years of experience in Chemical Process Engineering, Lean Management principles and Project Management in Iron Ore, Titania Slag & Oil & Gas Industry. He has extensive expertise in Engineering & Operations Management, process trouble-shooting, plant optimisation, continuous improvement and leading major projects. Novan is an active and knowledgeable advocate for personal & process safety and environmental stewardship. He is a supportive and inspirational leader with strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving and decision making skills. His ability to establish and maintain strong alliances, lead and motivate teams and drive projects to successful completion, while exceeding customer expectations and achieving fiscal bottom-line results has contributed greatly to his success in senior management. CORE COMPETENCIES • Thrives when working under pressure within a team environment or independently. • Finely tuned analytical & problem solving skills. • Able to maintain excellent rapport with cross cultural adaptation. • Skilled in implementing lean process techniques for operational and business improvement.