I have been involved with the chemical industry in the UK and mainland Europe for the last 42 years, the majority of this time in the fertilizer sector where I have held positions in maintenance, project management, production and general management
For my tenure as Chairman of the Process Industries Division (PID), my objective will be to continue with the good work of previous Chairmen in providing value to both members of the Division and others with interest in the process industries.
The PID Board will continue to support the work of its Technical Activities Committees (TACs), and Centres in arranging various seminars, workshops and other outputs.
Strategic Objectives
- Build a reputation as an innovative leading edge division, aiming to increase recognition internationally
- Coordinate seminars for maximum return from the available opportunities
- promote technical activities which reflect the needs of the various sectors of the industry
- Gear the Divisions activities towards anticipating and meeting the professional development needs of practicing mechanical engineers, and those training to be so
- Work constructively and closely with ETB and others to promote engineering as an exciting, rewarding career, raise public understanding and appreciation of the Engineer's role and help unify the engineering profession
- Co-operate within an annual budgetary framework clearly linked to strategic priorities, with staff accountabilities and (committee) member obligations clearly defined
- Improve communication, knowledge sharing, co-operation and understanding with other Divisions and Groups
- Improve the content of the Division’s website
- Stimulate the award of prizes and awards
- Enhance the Division’s relationship with relevant external bodies
Robert Stannard
Process Industries Division Chairman
August 2007
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