be curious & helpful
be kind & flexible
be dependable
Sven Paschburg
Hi, I’m Sven!
A father, leader, engineer and sailor, passionate about management practice, business operations and organisational behaviour.
What sets me apart is my ability to discern ideas & strategies, cultivate the potential of others around me and drive initiatives through to conclusion.
I derive energy from using my experience and intuition to provide advice, support and encouragement to team members’ day-to-day work, as well as longer term business strategies or cross-functional improvement initiatives.

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 strive to live by the following.
My Trademark
The importance I put on being ‘dependable’ to others…
“Ability is important in our quest for success, but dependability is critical.”
— Zig Ziglar (Author, Salesman, Speaker)
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 Success
The importance of taking the initiative…
“If it’s meant to be, it’s up to me!”
— Naomi Simson (Australian Business Person, Blogger, and Entrepreneur)
My Potential
“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
— Louis Zamperini (World War II Prisoner of War, Olympic Athlete)
My Value
— Seth Godin (Author and Entrepreneur – from his Blog Article of the same Title)
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)
— Jim Carrey (Actor, Comedian and Impressionist)
what I’m passionate about
The practice, planning & execution of Leadership + STRATEGY within an organisation.
Continuous Improvement in systems, processes, technology & structure.
The development of Company Culture and practice of Organisational Behaviour, particularly in the areas of team member engagement, growth and recognition.
Cultivating the potential of others through Enablement.
Technology of all kinds, especially Computers, Software, Digital Systems and Devices.
And when I’m not working… Family, Sailing, Self-Improvement and Home Improvement.
what I’m good at
Discernment of ideas and strategies, particularly in relation to people, business strategy, changes to systems or processes.
I’m the sort of person you go to to “get it done”.
My Strengths
I work best in general/cross-functional management roles, when my job is to facilitate, guide and support teams.
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 collect and analyse data/feedback and discern 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.
I Work Best When
Working for organisations or teams that welcome change, and when I’m tasked to nurture the shift. My greatest strengths are my ability to observe, understand and improve.
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 muse. My best ideas and work come from this time, allowing collaborative times to be more fruitful.
I am happiest when the work environment strongly values team work, curiosity and diversity of perspectives.
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.
Sven is the best manager I’ve ever had in my entire career. He is always supportive and dependable in all situation which encouraged me to strive further in my career. In addition to that, Sven is also knowledgeable in all business aspects and produces quick and quality decisions.
Working with Sven and his team is truly enjoyable. I hope we could work together again in the future as there are so much more that I could learn from him.
Sven is an intelligent, very organised and highly effective individual. He is a great addition to any team.
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.
Total Marine Technology
Manager, Strategy & Business Services — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | since 2024
Total Marine Technology
Business Services Manager — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2020 – 2024
Total Marine Technology (Malaysia)
Regional Business Manager – Acting — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2023-2024
Total Marine Technology
Business Systems Manager — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2019-2020
Total Marine Technology
Business Systems Engineer — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2018-2019

Bodey World
Owner — Micro-Business | Toy Retail Industry
Online Business | 2017-2020
Total Marine Technology & Sapura Energy Australia
Project Engineer / Project Planner — Project Management | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2016-2017
Inverted Umbrella
Owner — Micro-Business | Fashion Retail Industry
Online Business | 2016-2020
Total Marine Technology
Production Engineer — Manufacturing | Oil & Gas Industry
Perth, Western Australia | 2015-2016
Komatsu Australia
Perth, Western Australia | 2013-2015
Austal
Perth, Western Australia | 2011-2013
Lockheed Martin Australia
Adelaide, South Australia | 2009-2011
Aurecon
Adelaide, South Australia | 2009
my qualifications
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) with First Class Honours
Bachelor of Economics
Mental Health First Aider
Mental Health First Aid Australia
Certificate III in Telecommunications (Open Registration)
my thoughts
Here you’ll find articles on topics I’m passionate about and things which are too good not to share with you.
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get in touch
If you have any questions or would like to have a chat, I look forward to speak to you.
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I'm Currently Based in Perth, Western Australia
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