1. Page No 1 of 3 CV – Stewart Ian Boak
STEWART IAN BOAK
10 Impasse des Abeilles
Puy Bardon, Lozay, 17330
Charente-Maritime, France
Telephone Number: +33 (0)5 46 24 01 03
Mobile - +33 (0)6 42 09 72 35
e-mail : stewartboak@hotmail.com
NOW RESIDENT IN FRANCE AFTER A SUCCESSFUL 30 YEAR CAREER IN THE MARINE, ENERGY AND
LOGISTICS SUPPORT BUSINESS. CURRENTLY RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL HOLIDAY HOME BUSINESS
ALONGSIDE PROVIDING EXPERT ADVICE AND CONSULTANCY SERVICES IN THE SHIP REPAIR, OIL &
ENERGY AND FABRICATION INDUSTRIES
CAREER SUMMARY / EXPERIENCE
My career started in 1984 as Messenger Boy in a ship Repair business. I then progressed through the Commercial
Department and 13 years later was Commercial Manager for a GBP30 million O&G FPSO conversion contract. 1997 to
1999 I worked as Contract Manager for a marine contracting company. In 2000 I returned to the company where I
started my career and after 9 years I accepted the role of Managing Director a position I held for three years before
leaving to travel Europe for 12 months. I then became General Manager for a major new development, the Neptune
Energy Park on the River Tyne. After nearly a year I decided the timing was right for me to follow my ambitions to
move to France and run a holiday home business as well as continuing to provide expert advice and consultancy
services. I have acquired vast experience during my career not only in the marine industry but also in diversifying the
business into the oil & gas, offshore wind renewables and ship building sectors. I also spent time as a governor at a
local marine college and have also been significantly involved with local trade organisations, members of parliament,
local councillors, skills sector councils, apprenticeship task forces, business forums and employment regional councils.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES
I have a high standard of business conduct and ethics dealing with all situations with integrity and honesty. I have a
good knowledge of the technical equipment used in heavy engineering, oil & gas, ship conversion, building and repair
industries. I have excellent communication skills in the English language, both verbal and written. I am proactive and
have a strong sense of customer service orientation. Throughout my career I have demonstrated initiative, active
listening skills and I am result oriented. I possess excellent technical, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making,
organisational, leadership, negotiation, interpersonal skills and can demonstrate a track record in business
development as well as being flexible and able to adapt to changing situations and work environments.
CAREER EXPERIENCE
COMPANY: SHEPHERD OFFSHORE LTD POSITION: GENERAL MANAGER
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACHIEVEMENTS DATES: APR 2013 TO JAN 14
Responsibility for the establishment, development and strategy of new business and for all commercial, operational,
facility/asset management and marketing. Identifying, delivering and sustaining new customers, development and
maintenance of commercial relationships with all tenants and quay users. Principle responsibility for all operational
activities and services provided, for facilities management, health and safety management, logistics management and
continuous improvement.
COMPANY: SOUTH TYNESIDE COLLEGE POSITION: GOVERNOR
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACHIEVEMENTS DATES: NOV 2011 TO SEP 2013
External governor, member of the board of the marine college also vice chair of audit committee and member of
governance and search committee. With the other board members and the college management team we have been
responsible for improving the college to an OFSTED Grade 2 (Good) improving from Grade 3 (Requires Improvement)
with the college being Graded 1 (Outstanding) in many areas.

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COMPANY: A&P GROUP LIMITED POSITION: MANAGING DIRECTOR
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACHIEVEMENTS DATES: JUL 2009 TO MAY 2012
I had ultimate accountability and responsibility for business, driving success in safety, quality, environment, customer
satisfaction and profitability. Business turnover in excess of GBP30 million each year with over 400 direct and sub
contract employees working over 1 million man hours.
During my time in charge I have developed the company from the traditional ship repair business and eradicated the
historical perception of the industry so that the company was seen as a major supplier into the energy market,
accepted by our competition, customers, department of energy and climate change and oil & gas UK. Each year the
safety, environmental and quality record for the business improved retaining ISO9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS18001
accreditation. Each year the business safety performance improved, the turnover and profitability increased and long
term relationships were established and maintained with key clients and suppliers. As well as maintaining the business
in the marine ship repair and conversion markets, the business successfully diversified and completed projects in the
oil and gas, shipbuilding and heavy fabrication markets. Continual investment took place in the facility with over £10m
of capital spend over three years.
COMPANY: A&P GROUP LIMITED POSITION: COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: JAN 2006 TO JUL 2009
All commercial activities across the Tyne operation of the company by providing effective leadership to the estimating,
planning, procurement, sub contractor control and customer sales teams. Accountable for the management and
direction of many aspects of financial control, management reporting, cash-flows, costing, budgeting, including
operating profits and margin. For reviewing and enhancing processes and systems whilst maintaining the existing
focus upon continuous improvement. Projects secured and delivered in value up to around USD 50 million.
COMPANY: A&P TYNE LIMITED POSITION: COMMERCIAL MANAGER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: DEC 2002 TO DEC 2005
Management and control of the commercial department including overall responsibility for estimating (bid preparation),
planning, materials and sub contract service procurement and the sales accounts departments. A member of the senior
management board of the company with an annual turnover in excess of £40m. Strategy setting for bid compilation,
negotiation and agreement of varying contract terms and conditions, service frame agreements with customers and
suppliers. Implementation of interdepartmental personnel exchange program that resulted in a streamlined department,
will a greater output, improved sales and increased margins.
COMPANY: A&P TYNE LIMITED POSITION: PROJECTS CONTROLLER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: DEC 2001 TO DEC 2002
A member of company senior management board of the company with a turnover in excess of £50 million and annually
over 50 individual and diverse projects. Accountability for management and control of the Project Management and
Planning Departments consisting of a team of 10 personnel. Overall responsibility for delivering all company projects to
meet business and customer requirements including ensuring adequate and available facilities, personnel, sub
contractors and suppliers.
COMPANY: A&P TYNE LIMITED POSITION: COMMERCIAL MANAGER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: JUN 2000 TO DEC 2001
Accountability for the management and control of the Purchasing, Sub Contracting, Stores, Customer Accounts and
Technical Writing departments. Responsibility for ensuring all contractual business requirements are delivered as well
as ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
COMPANY: A&P TYNE LIMITED POSITION: SUB CONT CONTROLLER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: JAN 2000 TO JUN 2000
Responsible for the effective management and control of sub contractors ensuring full compliance with company
procedures and achievement of cross contract financial targets.
COMPANY: RIGBLAST ENERGY SERVICES POSITION: CONTRACTS MANAGER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES DATES: AUG 1997 TO DEC 1999
All Commercial aspects of the onshore business including the budget setting. Overseeing a team of estimators during
the bid preparation process. Quantifying scope variations, submitting and agreeing valuations. Monitoring awarded
contract costs to maintain budget targets. Negotiation and final agreement of customer accounts. Pursuing overdue
payments with customers to maintain company cash flow.

3. Page No 3 of 3 CV – Stewart Ian Boak
COMPANY: TYNE SHIPREPAIR / A&P POSITION: VARIOUS
ROLES DATES: JUN 1984 TO AUG 1997
Commercial Manager on GBP30m Maersk Dorset FPSO Conversion, Assistant Ship Repair Accounts Manager, Ship
Repair Accountant, Commercial Trainee and Office / Messenger Boy
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND SEMINARS
1977 – 1982 - Springfield Comprehensive School, Field Terrace, Jarrow, Tyne and Wear
1982 – 1984 - Springfield Comp School (Sixth Form), Field Terrace, Jarrow, Tyne and Wear
1996 - National Examination Board for Supervisory Management (NEBSM) Introductory Course
2001 – Lloyds List Events, Negotiating Contracts for New Buildings, Conversion and Repair Work
2003 – Edward de Bono’s Lateral Thinking (Fast Track to Creativity)
2004 – Lloyds Maritime Academy, Guide to Maritime Contracts, Negotiating and Drafting
2004 – Lloyds Maritime Academy, Guide to Methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution
2005 – British Safety Council – Health and Safety for Directors and Senior Management
2006 – Basics of Manual Handling
2007 – Microsoft Project 2003 Level 1 and 2 Training
2007 – Shipbuilding / Repair Foundation Training Programme at Clyde & Co. 19th – 22nd June
PERSONAL DETAILS, INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
Date of Birth : 04/07/66
Health : Excellent with no disabilities, non smoker
Driving License : Number BOAK9607046SI9BB Full Motorcar/Motorbike
Passport : Number 209650932 (Valid Until 24 July 2019)
Marital Status : Married
Children : One Son (DOB 30/11/87), One Daughter (DOB 15/06/93)
I enjoy keeping fit, playing golf, cycling, motorcycling, swimming and gardening. I enjoy travelling Europe on vacation
and to watch the Moto GP world championships. I am learning to speak French and can speak Italian and Spanish at a
basic level.
I have also spent four years on the committee as a Director of Birtley (Portobello) Golf Club Limited.
REFERENCES
For professional and/or personal references please contact the following;
Name Chris Bell David Ring Graham Lovatt
e-mail Chrisbell50@gmail.com davidring@btinternet.com grahamlovatt@yahoo.co.uk
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