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Ken Hellsten

 Chairman, Golden Cross Resources Limited

Experienced independent non-executive director in the resources sector in both owner/client and service provider public companies. Genuine team player who has taken on leadership roles as required to ensure strong corporate governance and shareholder focused outcomes. Senior Executive with substantial experience and proven capability in the assessment, development, commissioning and production ramp-up of $100 million to $3 billion resource projects for both small and high profile global organisations. Particular focus on the building, direction and motivation of multi-disciplined teams to develop project plans and achieve business expectations safely and cooperatively within realistic time frames and budgets. Proven track record of delivery of shareholder value through timely and professional assessment and development of assets and/or corporate transactions. Strong relationships with the investment community in Australia and off-shore along with commitment to the highest standards of corporate governance and working constructively with all stakeholders. Practical expertise in the areas of studies, development and operations along with technical and financial evaluations of a wide range of resources and infrastructure projects. Known for developing professional, successful and highly motivated teams through clear, concise communication, the sharing of demanding but achievable goals and leading by example. Keen business sense along with a proven capacity to work well within a team as an advisor, subordinate, peer or leader. Ability to identify and constructively address cultural and performance issues in a constructive and timely manner as demonstrated by non-executive director performance and selection as “trouble shooter” and “dispute resolver” on numerous occasions throughout his career.


Expertise

  • ASX 100 Company
  • Small to Medium Enterprise - SME (10 -199 employees) - listed
  • Civil Engineering
  • Housing
  • Mining & Metals
  • Governance
  • Construction & Property
  • Fundraising
  • Senior Leadership

Experience

  • Chair
  • Vice Chair
  • Non Executive
  • Committee Chair
  • Committee Member
  • CEO
  • President
  • GM/MD
  • Executive Director
  • Senior Manager

Board or Committee Experience

Title Sub Committee Company Name Industry
ChairmanAuditGolden Cross ResourcesMining & Metals
Vice-ChairmanAudit, Remuneration, RiskBrierty LimitedCivil & Mining construction
Non-executive DirectorAudit, HSECHeron resourcesMining & Metals
Managing DirectorPolaris metalsMining & Metals
Managing DirectorStrike ResourcesMining & Metals

Executive Career Summary

Title Company Name Industry
CEOGolden Cross ResourcesMining & Metals
President Ravensthrope NickelBHPBillionMining & Metals