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Mr. Christos Gravalos Marble Consulting

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Quarry licensing | Environmental & Geotechnical monitoring | Training - Marble Consulting in Greece

Consultant - Marble Consulting

  • Geotechnical Engineer Other

Consulting

  • Instrumentation Mining Underground Structures

  • PhD or Equivalent
    • PhH Researcher - University of Western Macedonia : 31/12/2022 - Present
  • MSc or Equivalent
    • MSc in Engineering Management - Brunel University Uxbridge : 01/09/2013 - 11/12/2014
  • MSc or Equivalent
    • MEng in Mineral Resources Engineering - Technical University of Crete : 01/09/2003 - 16/06/2009

  • Marble Consulting : ( 01/12/2021 - Present )
    • Consultant

    • My name is Christos Gravalos and I am Business Operations Manager of "Marble Consulting", a specialized expert office with over 12 years of experience in the marble industry. We focus on optimizing quarry operations, navigating licensing complexities, and implementing profitable strategic management.

      We recognize M&A financial companies play a critical role in facilitating transactions and growth within the natural resources sector, particularly in industries like marble. We believe our deep industry knowledge and expertise can be a valuable asset to clients and portfolio companies.

      Our core competencies include:
      - Quarry Operations Optimization: We provide comprehensive assessments and solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize yield in marble quarries.
      - Licensing and Regulatory Compliance: We possess extensive experience in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of marble extraction, ensuring seamless licensing processes and adherence to environmental standards.
      - Strategic Management & Profitability Enhancement: We develop and implement tailored strategies to enhance profitability, optimize resource allocation, and drive sustainable growth for marble businesses.
      - Due Diligence: We can provide deep dives into quarry assets, and assist in evaluating the operational risks associated with a potential acquisition.

      We are particularly interested in exploring potential collaborations in:
      - Due diligence projects for M&A transactions involving marble quarries and processing facilities.
      - Operational improvement initiatives for portfolio companies in the marble industry.
      - Strategic advisory services for clients seeking to expand or optimize their marble operations.

      Our specialized expertise provides clients with enhanced due diligence, improved operational performance, and increased investment returns in the marble sector.

      If you believe our expertise can align with your strategic objectives and benefit your clients, do not hesitate to contact us and book a private online call meeting.
  • Marble Consulting in Greece : ( 01/12/2021 - Present )
    • Quarry licensing | Environmental & Geotechnical monitoring | Training

    • Almost 10 years of experience in the quarry industry as a Safety & Supervising Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Engineer responsible for production & mechanical equipment in open & underground marble quarries in the wider area of North Greece: Drama, Kavala & Thassos and abroad: Prilep (NM) & Vratsa (BG).
      - Special skills in:
      geotechnical monitoring equipment & evaluation of geotechnical data
      elaboration of geotechnical studies regarding stability of underground marble projects drafting special regulations for Health & Safety in quarries

      -Exclusive Partnerships:
      Scientific collaborator of Landmark Loutridis - Senceive UK
      Sales Consultant for wire diamond machine consumables - DeeTec IN
  • F.H.L. I. KIRIAKIDIS MARBLES - GRANITES S.A. : ( 01/05/2013 - 30/11/2021 )
    • Mining Engineer

    • Executive EngineerExecutive Engineer
      Jul 2021 - Dec 2021 · 6 mosJul 2021 - Dec 2021 · 6 mos
      Drama, Greece
      - Supervision, coordination & training new engineers according to the company's terms & conditions
      - Cost & performance calculation regarding the decision on the purchase of new machinery & equipment
      - Reporting to CEO the KPI of specific projects provided by external contractors
      - Supervision, coordination & training new engineers according to the company's terms & conditions - Cost & performance calculation regarding the decision on the purchase of new machinery & equipment - Reporting to CEO the KPI of specific projects provided by external contractors

      Geotechnical EngineerGeotechnical Engineer
      Jun 2020 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 1 moJun 2020 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo
      Volakas Quarry
      Risk assessment design of marble (dolomite) quarry using 3D modeling software supported by an expert geohazard consulting company.
      Remote continuous monitoring of quarries using high technology equipment & software (certified user)
      • Interferometer Georadar; IDS
      • Movement Rate Analysis & Early Warning Software; Guardian
      • Quarry holistic monitoring platform; HxGN Geomonitoring Hub
      Key achievement:
      Rocscience RS3 slope stability modelling using geotechnical data
      Equipment & software skills:
      - Pix4D mapper using DJi Air2S drone (certified)
      - Cyclone Register using laser scanner BLK 360
      - Civil 3D using topographic orthophoto maps
      Risk assessment design of marble (dolomite) quarry using 3D modeling software supported by an expert geohazard consulting company. Remote continuous monitoring of quarries using high technology equipment & software (certified user) • Interferometer Georadar; IDS • Movement Rate Analysis & Early Warning Software; Guardian • Quarry holistic monitoring platform; HxGN Geomonitoring Hub Key achievement: Rocscience RS3 slope stability modelling using geotechnical data Equipment & software skills: - Pix4D mapper using DJi Air2S drone (certified) - Cyclone Register using laser scanner BLK 360 - Civil 3D using topographic orthophoto maps

      Quarry Manager
      Jan 2018 - Jun 2020 · 2 yrs 6 mosJan 2018 - Jun 2020 · 2 yrs 6 mos
      Volakas, Drama, GreeceVolakas, Drama, Greece
      - Managing daily operations for Opencast & Underground marble quarry reporting key performance indicators
      - Coordinating skills: geologists, geotechnical & survey team as well as contractors & external consultants
      - Design & optimize the underground excavation method (room & pillar)
      - Geotechnical & structural health monitoring using Sisgeo & Senceive instruments
      - Supervising Quality, Health, Safety & Enviroment: 120 workers & operators, 60 heavy machines, 190 s.m. of quarry's area
      Key achievements:
      - Implementation of an exclusive QHSE application for marble quarries provided & supported by specialized engineering studio from Carrara, Italy
      - Managing daily operations for Opencast & Underground marble quarry reporting key performance indicators
      - Coordinating skills: geologists, geotechnical & survey team as well as contractors & external consultants
      - Design & optimize the underground excavation method (room & pillar) - Geotechnical & structural health monitoring using Sisgeo & Senceive instruments - Supervising Quality, Health, Safety & Enviroment: 120 workers & operators, 60 heavy machines, 190 s.m. of quarry's area
      Key achievements: - Implementation of an exclusive QHSE application for marble quarries provided & supported by specialized engineering studio from Carrara, Italy

      Engineering ManagerEngineering Manager
      Dec 2016 - Dec 2017 · 1 yr 1 moDec 2016 - Dec 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo
      Prosotsani, Drama, GreeceProsotsani, Drama, Greece
      - Administration of the technical team of the company
      - Project management of transportation system & factory's machinery maintenance
      - Planning & scheduling of emergency & ordinary maintenance breakdowns
      - Control & monitoring logistics: warehouse & transportation
      - Implementation of industrial safety regulations (QHSE)
      Key achievements:
      - Installation & administration of the new workshop of the company
      - Administration of the technical team of the company
      - Project management of transportation system & factory's machinery maintenance
      - Planning & scheduling of emergency & ordinary maintenance breakdowns
      - Control & monitoring logistics: warehouse & transportation
      - Implementation of industrial safety regulations (QHSE)
      Key achievements:
      - Installation & administration of the new workshop of the company

      Production Engineer
      Dec 2014 - Dec 2016 · 2 yrs 1 moDec 2014 - Dec 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo
      Volakas, Drama, GreeceVolakas, Drama, Greece
      - Implement marble mining procedures & techniques including budgeting, quality control, cost benefit, procurement, supervisory skills, daily operations
      - Responsible for the legal operation of opencast & underground marble quarry
      - Knowledge in risk analysis, accident prevention & improvement of consequences
      Key achievements:
      - Improving the performance of Fantini chain saw machinery
      - Implement marble mining procedures & techniques including budgeting, quality control, cost benefit, procurement, supervisory skills, daily operations
      - Responsible for the legal operation of opencast & underground marble quarry - Knowledge in risk analysis, accident prevention & improvement of consequences Key achievements:
      - Improving the performance of Fantini chain saw machinery

      Safety Engineer
      May 2013 - Dec 2014 · 1 yr 8 mosMay 2013 - Dec 2014 · 1 yr 8 mos
      Kavala - Drama, GreeceKavala - Drama, Greece
      - Legally responsible about H&S for 3 marble quarries of the company – 120 persons.
      - Developer of risk assessments & annual activity report for the Greek Ministry of Environment & Energy about the marble quarries.
      - Engage with Safety Management Systems including environmental laws, procedures & state’s regulations.
      - Trainer of the employees about health & safety regulations in working areas.
      Key achievements:
      - Improving the safety regulations of diamond wire cutting machine.

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