David Coonan

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David Coonan

@davidcoonan

I stabilise multi-site fuel logistics operations, compliance, and workforce performance.

What I'm looking for

I’m looking for remote, part-time, interim, or project-based opportunities where I can stabilise operations, strengthen compliance and governance, support employee relations, investigate incidents, and improve multi-site processes.

I am an operations and compliance leader with over 20 years’ experience managing high‑risk logistics, fuel distribution and multi‑depot transport operations across the UK and EMEA. My career includes senior roles with World Fuel Services, a Fortune 500 energy company as well as subsidiaries of Petronas.

I now focus on interim, part‑time and consultancy roles where organisations need experienced leadership to stabilise operations, tighten compliance and strengthen day‑to‑day execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

WF

Current

Regional Operations Manager

Current

Watson Fuels

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Stabilised operations during post acquisition transition; aligned processes, governance, and reporting while maintaining service and compliance.

HR Operations Employee Relations Compliance SOP Development incident investigation Project Delivery Process Improvement Contractor Management Workforce Coaching

AL

National Operations Manager

Axis Logistics

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Built in house fleet operation; delivered aviation fuel launch project; led national compliance initiatives; strengthened governance frameworks.

HR Operations Employee Relations Compliance SOP Development incident investigation Project Delivery Process Improvement Contractor Management Workforce Coaching

WF

Operations Manager

Watson Fuels

Jan 2017 - Dec 2021 (4 years 11 months)

Delivered major transformation projects across 11 sites; achieved FORS accreditation; led incident investigations and supported HR on ER cases.

HR Operations Employee Relations Compliance SOP Development incident investigation Project Delivery Process Improvement Contractor Management Workforce Coaching

GR

Logistics Manager

Greenergy

Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)

Managed fuel transport operations across 8 sites; delivered FORS certification; improved fleet utilisation; led unionised workforce engagement.

HR Operations Employee Relations Compliance SOP Development incident investigation Project Delivery Process Improvement Contractor Management Workforce Coaching

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Remote Team

Availability

Open to opportunities

Location

United Kingdom

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Job categories

Operations Manager Regional Operations Manager National Operations Manager Logistics Manager HR Manager Compliance Manager Project Manager Business Operations Manager Operations Service Manager Operations Support Manager

Skills

HR Operations Employee Relations Compliance ADR CPC SOP Development incident investigation Remote Coordination Project Delivery Process Improvement Contractor Management Workforce Coaching Operations Management Fleet Management Third Party Logistics Governance HSE management Remote Team

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