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Sven Paschburg

Hi! I’m Sven

An engineer, micro-business owner and leader, passionate about business improvement, management practice and strategic planning.

My most unique qualities are my ability to lead business improvement initiatives,  bring together a team and cultivate the potential of others around me.

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who I am

My values and principles can be most accurately summarised by a collection of my favourite quotes and extracts.

I gain inspiration from and live by the following.

My Work

“Here… I made this. I hope it helps you! If it’s not for you that’s ok, I’ll make something else!”

— Seth Godin (Author and Entrepreneur – his thoughts on shipping your work)

My Approach

“I’m not sure if I am able to help you or if I have the right solution for you, but let me try to understand more about the problem you are wanting to solve.”

— Naomi Simson (Australian Business Person, Blogger, and Entrepreneur – from her book Live What You Love)

My Value

“You’ll pay a lot, but you’ll get more than you pay for.”

— Seth Godin (Author and Entrepreneur – from his Blog Article of the same Title)

My Success

“If it’s meant to be, it’s up to me!”

— Naomi Simson (Australian Business Person, Blogger, and Entrepreneur)

My Potential

…and those of others around me

“I have no limits!”

— Jim Carrey (Actor, Comedian, Impressionist, and Producer)

My Time

The importance of spending time with people I love and on personal dreams…

“If we do not ever take time, how can we ever have time?”

— Character of the Merovingian (a.k.a The Frenchman – The Matrix Reloaded)

My Determination

“A moment of pain is worth a lifetime of glory.”

— Louis Zamperini (World War II Prisoner of War, Olympic Athlete)

“The effect you have on others is the most valuable currency there is.”

— Jim Carrey (Actor, Comedian and Impressionist)

what I’m passionate about

Continuous Improvement in business processes & structure.

The principles, planning & execution of Management & Leadership + STRATEGY within an organisation.

The development of Company Culture, as well as Organisational Behaviour, particularly in the areas of employee engagement, development and recognition.

Cultivating the potential of others through Mentorship.

Technology of all kinds, especially Computers, Software, Digital Devices and Systems.

And when I’m not working, Sailing, Self-Improvement and Home Improvement.

what I’m good at

Planning, developing and implementing changes to systems, processes, strategy or quality.

I’m the sort of person you go to to “get it done”.

My Strengths

(a.k.a Value for Your Money)

I work best in leadership roles, when my job is to facilitate, guide and help others do their jobs and achieve goals.

I am most challenged when solving what I like to call open-ended problems. Problems where no clear or structured solution exists, requiring us to understand root causes and solution pathways before looking to execute change.

As a result, I am exceptionally good at organising, analysing, and strategic thinking, taking serious care in all decisions made.

When you work with me you’ll find I’m incredibly perceptive and care deeply about improvement beyond the status quo.

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I Work Best When

(a.k.a Your Lowest Opportunity Cost)

Working for organisations, departments or teams that welcome change, or when I’m the one tasked to nurture the shift. One of my greatest strengths is observing, understanding and improving inefficiencies.

I operate most effectively when provided the independence to determine my own sub-tasks and approach to a problem, and when regularly provided the time and environment to think, deliberate and museMy best ideas and work come from this time, allowing collaborative times to be more fruitful.

I am happiest when the task, project or job has a strong aspect of team work, or collaboration between numerous stakeholders.

 

My Skills

(Processes & Software)

  • Process Improvement
  • Project Management
  • Quality Control (5S, Kaizen, TQM, Root Cause Analysis)
  • Website Development (WordPress.org)
  • Microsoft Excel (inc. VBA Script)
  • Microsoft Project
  • CAD Software – Solidworks, AutoDesk Inventor, AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Word

what others say about me

People often come to me as the first stop for advice, information and direction.

I worked with Sven at Total Marine Technology. He was always professional, dependable, on time, and full of initiative. He has an excellent understanding of the technical, commercial, and key management requirements of a project, which made my life easier. He is amicable and confident and would be an asset to any company. I can highly recommend him. 

Mark de Castro

Well Services Manager, Total Marine Technology

I worked with Sven during his time as Design Engineer at Komatsu. I found Sven to be a keen and enthusiastic member of the team. He is hardworking and a consummate professional. He made a great contribution to Komatsu during his time there. I can highly recommend him.
Paul Maguire

General Manager Operations, Komatsu Australia

I worked with Sven during my time at Komatsu. He is a talented individual who has exceptional problem solving capability and is never overawed by the situation. He was my go to person in the region and would ensure customer satisfaction was cornerstone to every outcome. I recommended him to any business that values enthusiasm, energy and diligence – he wont let you down.
Rodney Hespe

General Manager Engineering, Komatsu Australia

Sven is an intelligent, very organised and highly effective individual. He is a great addition to any team.

Jonathan Lee

Project Manager, Austal

my work

Here’s a brief overview of my experiences throughout the years

If you would like to read my full resume, you can see it here.

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Total Marine Technology

Business Services Manager — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | since 2020

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Total Marine Technology (Malaysia)

Regional Business Manager – Acting — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2023-2024

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Total Marine Technology

Business Systems Manager — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2019-2020

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Total Marine Technology

Business Systems Engineer — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2018-2019

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Bodey World

Owner — Micro-Business | Toy Retail Industry

Online Business | 2017-2020

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Total Marine Technology & Sapura Energy Australia

Project Engineer / Project Planner — Project Management | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2016-2017

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Owner — Micro-Business | Fashion Retail Industry

Online Business | 2016-2020

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Total Marine Technology

Production Engineer — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2015-2016

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Komatsu Australia

Design Engineer — Manufacturing | Mining & Construction Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2013-2015

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Austal

Mechatronic Design Engineer — Manufacturing | Maritime Industry

Perth, Western Australia | 2011-2013

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Lockheed Martin Australia

Graduate Hardware Engineer — Maintenance | Defence Industry

Adelaide, South Australia | 2009-2011

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Aurecon

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer — Engineering Consulting | Infrastructure

Adelaide, South Australia | 2009

my qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) with First Class Honours

University of Adelaide, South Australia

Bachelor of Economics

University of Adelaide, South Australia

Certificate III in Telecommunications (Open Registration)

Integracom Management Group

my thoughts

Here you’ll find articles on topics I’m passionate about and things which are too good not to share with you.

Coming Soon!

get in touch

If you have any questions or would like to have a chat, I look forward to speak to you.

Over Coffee

I'm Currently Based in Perth, Western Australia

Happy to meet up in person, just send me an email or message below!

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On the Phone

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