About Us:

[Engage, Improve and Prosper]

Engage Workwise and watch your business improve and prosper:

Independent Consultants:

Workwise Business Consulting Limited is an Independent Business and Management consulting firm specialising in providing business solutions and support to organisations across various industries. Established in 2018 to provide UK SME’s with Business Analysis, Business Improvement, Mediation Services, and Interim Management support. Workwise prides itself on adopting a very ‘hands-on’ approach to helping SME businesses achieve their goals and drive sustainable growth.

Clients benefit from experienced and adaptable senior Consultants who bring a wealth of expertise in overseeing large, complex, and high-value projects, programs, and portfolios. We are skilled in implementing effective business management controls, engaging internal and external stakeholders, and fostering cooperation to deliver results within budget, specifications, and deadlines.

Industry Expertise:

Our consultants have extensive experience across a range of industries, including mineral resources, construction, civil engineering, mineral processing, fleet management, bulk earthworks, tunnelling, quarrying, dredging, competitive contracting, and bulk supply chain management. We have worked on diverse projects and have a deep understanding of technical, operational, business development, management, and corporate disciplines.

International Exposure:

Workwise Business Consulting Limited brings a global perspective to our clients. We have worked overseas, providing pioneer and cross-cultural exposure. Our international experience includes conducting feasibility studies, corporate turnarounds, fundraising, M&A work, alliance contracts, and joint ventures. We thrive in cross-border, multi-cultural, and developing country work environments.

Key Areas of Expertise:

Business Management Controls: We excel in developing and managing budgets and resources, including tender and bid proposals. Our team possesses a strong track record in business performance monitoring and reporting, risk management, and public reporting. We have successfully managed large, complex, matrix-style projects and organisations, adapting to cross-border, multi-cultural, and developing country work environments.

Line Management and Leadership: With extensive line management and leadership experience, including statutory, overseas territory, and board level appointments, we bring a strategic and results-oriented approach to every engagement. We are committed to compliance management, including OHSE, QA/QC, contracts, planning consents, and corporate governance.

Stakeholder Management: We recognize the importance of building strong relationships with stakeholders. We actively engage with clients, suppliers, contractors, consultants, financial investors, shareholders, local authorities, local community groups, and others. Our expertise lies in establishing effective communication and dialogue that fosters collaboration and trust.

Skills & Experience – Principal Consultant – Ian Ogilvie

 

Current Projects:

  • Mining Consultant & Technical Associate (Britmindo, Singapore)
  • Business Broker / Transfer Agent for SMEs (Transworld Business Advisor Franchise, UK)
  • Director & Principal Consultant – Business Analysis, Business Improvement, Interim Management, and Mediation services (Workwise, UK)

Career Transition:

Full-time Postgraduate Student, Stirling Management School (2017) including a Consultancy Project on the Impact of new GDPR legislation (for SEPA)

Previous Roles:

Key senior executive positions in the mining and mineral resources sector, driving successful outcomes for prominent organisations. Previous roles include:

  • Managing Director, Kangaroo Resources (KRL-ASX Listed)
  • Independent Mining Consultant / Technical Advisor (Freelance)
  • Country Manager & President Director, Pinang Coal (Noble Group)
  • Managing Director, Darma Henwa II (Bumi Group)
  • General Manager Development, Sangatta Mine-site, Kaltim Prima Coal (Bumi Group)
  • General Manager & Country Manager, Darma Henwa I (Henry Walker Eltin)
  • Mining Operations Manager, Petrosea (Clough Engineering)
  • Assistant Operations Manager, Tutupan Mine-site, Adaro (New-Hope Group)
  • Joint-Venture Coordinator and Bid Manager (Miller / Clough, Australasia)
  • Overseas Business Development Manager (Miller, S.E. Asia)
  • Statutory Mine Manager & Project Manager (Miller, various locations UK)
  • QA/QC Manager (Miller, UK)
  • Commercial Manager and Coal Processing Manager (Miller, UK & USA)
  • Commercial Engineer – Mineral Exploration (Miller, UK)
  • Mining Engineer (Miller, UK)
  • Land & Quantity Surveyor (Miller, UK)
  • Structural Steel Draughtsman (Grampian Engineering, UK)

Training & Qualifications:

Ian is committed to continuous professional development and notable qualifications and certifications include:

  • MBA – Master’s Degree in Business Administration (SMS, UK)
  • Diploma – Strategic Management & Leadership (CMI, UK)
  • NEBOSH – Safety Certificate NGC1 (RoSPA, UK)
  • Certificate – JORC Code Reporting & Professional Membership (MAusIMM, Aus.)
  • Certificate – Corporate Governance (GIA, Aus.)
  • Certificates – Leadership, Snr Management, Finance & Strategy Programs (MBS, Aus.)
  • Institute of Quarrying Examination & Professional Membership (MIQ, UK)
  • Certificated – Shot Firing & Blast Design (QPTC, UK)
  • Certificate – Construction Site Safety (CITB, UK)
  • Certificates – ONC & HNC – Civil Engineering (SCOTEC, UK)