Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of Australia

Stephen Gethin has 30+ years of experience in the provision of corporate legal advice and 15+ years of experience in the provision of ASX-listed secretarial services in a range of industries, including resources, technology and investment.

Prior to founding a private legal practice in 2013, he served as General Counsel and Company Secretary of Strike Resources Limited (ASX:SRK) and before that held the same roles at ERG Limited (ASX:ERG).

B.Sc, MTech

Atmavireshwar Sthapak is a geologist specialising in mineral resource exploration and evaluation studies. He joined Alara in 2011 as an Exploration Manager and led geological investigations in Oman. His contribution resulted in identification of copper mineralisation in four tenements, definitions of JORC resources at Wash-hi and Daris East, and applications for mining licences over five areas. AV was later instrumental in acquiring the mining license for the Al Hadeetha Copper-Gold Project in Oman.

In July 2020, Mr Sthapak was appointed Managing Director, leading the company’s new future in copper production.

Prior to joining the Company, Mr Sthapak’s career spanned 10 years with ACC/ACC-CRA Ltd as exploration geologist and project manager, and 10 years with Rio Tinto (Australasia) Exploration and Rio Tinto Diamond, where he was awarded a Rio Tinto Discovery Award in 2009. He has worked on world-class deposits and mines in Australia, and gold and diamond mines on four continents. Mr Sthapak is an active member of AusIMM.

MBA

Vikas Jain has 19 years of experience in the field of mineral exploration, mining, oil-field exploration and allied activities. He is currently Managing Director and CEO of the Indian Company South West Pinnacle Exploration Limited (SWPE), founded by him in 2006 and listed on the National Stock Exchange, India. Under his leadership and able guidance, SWPE has continued to grow and at present is a premier exploration company in India.

Mr Jain also has wide experience in the open-cut mining of various minerals and allied activities through his earlier roles with other companies, as well as his current involvement in other family run businesses and interests.

MBA (Finance & Marketing), IMT, BE (Metallurgy)

Sanjeev Kumar has extensive Australian and international business experience, with a specialisation in high-value asset finance lending. He is currently a director of Tradexcel Global Pty Ltd, an Australian company which he co-founded in 2017, that helps ANZ businesses in expanding into the overseas markets by assessing new markets, navigating entry barriers, business strategy & planning, local partnerships etc.

His previous roles include Vice President at India Factoring & Finance Solutions (a subsidiary of Fimbank), Associate Vice President at Tata Capital Financial Services, India and Manager, Infrastructure Division at ICICI Bank Limited.

Ms. Khimji is the Managing Director of Al Tasnim Group. Al Tasnim is a major all-service group in the Omani construction industry, with over 30,000 employees. The Group leads the Omani construction industry in contracting, manufacturing of cement products, building finishes products and roads, asphalt and infrastructure works, among other product offerings. Ms Khimji is experienced in leading and growing a wide range of businesses, establishing profitable relationships with clients and suppliers across the world.

She has previously served as Managing Director of India Circus Pvt. Ltd, an online lifestyle products retailer in India. She is also a pioneer of fitness club/gym management systems, becoming a very successful entrepreneur in the software and e-commerce industries.

(alternate for Devaki Khimji)

Mr Masani has 30+ years experience in the ever-evolving construction industry. He has a strong track record of creating and growing businesses in a competitive environment, with a commitment to the principles of excellence through innovation and teamwork.

Mr Masani has extensive commercial expertise and in-depth knowledge of civil construction, HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, electrical systems design and project management.

FCPA, CA, CMA, FTI, DipFS (Advanced)

Mr Aggarwal has over 20 years’ experience in accounting, finance and business management both in Australia and overseas, and is the Founder and Managing Director of Fortuna Advisory Group – an award-winning, multi-disciplinary practice with Tax & Business Advisory, Legal Services, Mortgage Broking and Financial Planning divisions.

Mr Aggarwal advises clients in Australia and overseas on tax matters and business services, and advises the Australian operations of several multi- nationals. He also handles tax disputes with the ATO including appeals to the AAT. He is the former Chairman of the Public Practice Committee of CPA Western Australia and is currently a member of the National Public Practice Advisory Committee of CPA Australia.

Named as one of Australia’s top three SME Tax Advisers in 2015 by the Tax Institute, Mr Aggarwal has also won the prestigious CPA Australia 40 Under 40 Young Business Leaders Award for 2012 and 2013, and has won numerous other awards.

BTech, PEngg (SAIMECHE)

Mr. Bera has more than 17 years of experience in handling EPC Projects in India and overseas. He had been involved in projects right across the globe in various countries like India, Zambia, South Africa, Liberia, Namibia, Mongolia, Iran, UAE, Bulgaria and Morocco. He started his career in Process Engineering for Mineral Beneficiation Plants and Complex Chemical Process Plants, then migrated to Project Management & Business Development activities in India, Africa & Middle East regions.

Mr Bera joined AHRL in June 2020. He brings in all the experience and technical know-how for executing Owner Managed Projects through his key knowledge in process engineering, project execution and overall management skills.

BACS, M.Com, Tally

Mr. Kamilas is a Business Administration and Accounts Manager having 16+ years of Administration and Accounts experience in Oman and India. He joined Alara Resources in 2011 and has been involved in business activities related to company administration, banking, Insurance, finance, procurements, and logistics, tax compliance and tenders. 

Mr. Kamilas has utilized his experiences and skills in improving the administrative and finance system in the organization and providing his full support to the team to build a robust management system as a solid foundation for future corporate developments.

B.Sc (C.S.) A.U.

Mr. Muthyam has a wide range of experience in IT, Administration, Corporate Governance, and Procurement with 9+ years of experience in India and Oman.

Mr. Muthyam joined AHRL in 2019 and currently oversees the Procurement and Corporate Governance and IT of AHRL and its affiliated group companies. He also has a key role in developing and improving corporate information management systems and infrastructure across all group companies. He leads the entire procurement effort for the Wash-hi Majaza Copper-Gold Project in Oman.

Along with his bachelor’s degree in science, he also holds certified courses in Contract Law and Justice from Harvard University and Micro Masters in Business Management from IIM, Bangalore.

B.Com, Chartered Accountant (CA)

Rajesh Gandhi has over 11 years of experience in finance and accounting in India. He joined AHRL in March 2021 as finance controller. He has a key role in budgeting control, finance, MIS, VAT of AHRL.

He was associated with an MNC company in India engaged in mining, processing & manufacturing of Bentonite minerals, bauxite & allied mineral products. He has been involved in various business operations related to the overall Finance function, MIS reports, forex transactions, Letter of Credit, taxation matters, finalization of financial statements, budget control, compliances with regulatory authorities & overall accounting.

Dip (Civil Engg.), IOSH, NEBOSH

Mr. Amjad Al Sharji is an experienced HSE Manager with over 6 years of experience in various sectors in Oman. He joined AHRL in October 2021. Prior to this, he worked as a consultant with MMC and dealt with a number of electricity companies such as OETC and Mazoon.

He holds a set of professional HSE training certificates.  He has experience in electrical safety, stations, transmission lines, electrical transfers, hilly areas, construction, and food safety.  He worked to reduce the incidence of accidents, risks and environmental damage and participated in developing safety standards, raising awareness of the importance of health and safety.

Bachelors in Arts and Science, Geography & Population Studies.

Mr. Marwan Abdullah Al-Busaidi is an experienced in Technical and Administrative with over 6 years of experience in various sectors in Oman. He joined AHRL in August 2022 and has since been involved in many aspects of the business including managing the utilities providers in Oman, managing import-export requirements and customs clearance, taxation regulations, working with Oman Vision 2040 Implementation (ISFU), and major Ministries.

Mr. Marwan plays in key role in maintaining infrastructure operations, ensuring compliance with government policies, control of project documentation and applications for government licenses and permits.

Mr. Marwan holds a set of professional training certificates in Population and Social Statistics & Survey.

Dip Acctg. and Bus. Admin. (Muscat College)

Ms. Albattashi has over 4 years’ experience in the field of reception, office administration and foreign exchange. She joined the company in March 2022. She handles SAP data entry and serves as the Company’s liaison with Government departments for project-related licences.

Prior to joining AHRL she worked for the Superior Care C.O. LLC in administration and accounting and, prior to that, worked at an international currency exchange, handling exchange transactions and transferring money.

Bachelors in Human Resources & Marketing

Ms. Lujaina Al-Balushi is a Human Resources manager, she joined AHRL February 2023 after graduating from the Modern College of Business & Science with Bachelors in Human Resources & Marketing.

Prior to working with AHRL, Ms. Lujaina worked in Customer Service in compliances such as Bank Dhofar and Al Saher Company.

B.SC(Biotech), PG Dip In Industrial Safety Management, NEBOSH International Diploma Occupational Health & Safety (NVQ level 6),NEBOSH International General certification, IOSH Managing Safely, IMS Internal auditor (DNV Dubai)

Mobashirul Hoda has over 15 years of experience in managing major  projects of Oil & Gas ,Aluminium Smelter, Civil construction ,Cross Country Pipe line & process plant ,Waste management & Water Treatment Plant in Qatar ,Saudi Arabia, UAE & India

He Poses strong working knowledge of HSE risks, opportunities, and requirements. Good understanding of HSE-related national and international laws, municipality regulations and industry best practices.

Excellent communication skills and a strong personality with ability to implement procedures at sites.

Ability to interact with site management and subcontractors in all HSE matters.

Chemical Engineer

Ms. Asila Al-Harthy has been part of Al-Hadeetha Resources since November 2022 and is a Chemical Engineer with experience in oil refineries and environmental assessment. She has strong expertis in oil refineries and chemical industries. She has been involved in environmental research combating the environmental impact of mining.

She focuses on monitoring Environmental Impact Assessment such as noise and emissions monitoring, air quality, ground water quality, handling chemicals and handling waste in most environmentally sustainable manner.

B.Tech, Chemical Engineering

Mr. Khalid has over 14 years of diverse experience in operations, projects, and commissioning of process plants in India and Oman.

Prior to joining AHRL, he has worked with leading resource companies like Hindustan Zinc Limited and Strategic and Precious Metals Processing (SPMP), Oman. He has overseen a wide range of functions including manufacturing, industrial safety and project engineering.

 Currently he is working to develop the Operation and Maintenance team for AHRL’s Copper Processing plant and also overseeing the overall operational readiness for successful and sustainable operation of the processing plant.

B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering (Aligarh Muslim University)

Mr. Nishu has 14+ years of diverse experience in maintenance, commissioning, and project operations. He worked with leading companies such as Hindustan Zinc Limited and Vedanta Resources, prior to joining AHRL.

Nishu has wide experience in Alumina Refinery, Aluminium Smelter, Zinc and Lead Beneficiation Plant, Silver Refinery, Zinc & Lead Casting and Melting Unit and Thermal Power Plant. He has been engaged in initiating, implementing, and managing the plant maintenance program based on best practices in the industry, with an emphasis on planning & scheduling and preventive & predictive maintenance. He has a good command in ERP systems such as SAP PM and MM modules. He is certified in First Aid from the Red Cross Society, Aluminium Smelter Training Certification from Chalco Guangzhou - China, Hydraulics and Pneumatics Maintenance Certification from CRISP, Conveyor Maintenance Certification from Martin, Hydraulics Level-2 Maintenance Certification from EATON, Coating and Lining Certification by MARCEP and many others.

B.Tech (Chemical Engineering) and MBA (Business Analytics)

Mr. Mohammad Imroz has 15+ years of diverse experience in project commissioning, operations, procurement, and technical services in the metal & mining industries in India.

Before joining AHRL, he worked with leading metal & mining companies in India such as Hindalco Industries (Aditya Birla Group) where he was involved in process and technical services for 10+ years. Before ABG he was associated with Vedanta Resources Plc for 5 years and worked in different units like Pantnagar Precious Metal Plant, Vedanta Alumina Refinery, and Aluminium Smelter. He has extensive experience in greenfield and brawn field projects and commissioning.

He has significant experience in CAPEX & OPEX planning, training & development, and system implementation in the plant.

B.Tech, Electrical Engineering

Mr. Mirza has over 14 years of experience in Commissioning, Operations & Maintenance in Metal & Mining industries in India and Saudi Arabia. He has worked with leading companies like Kirloskar Ferrous, Vedanta Aluminium, Ma’aden Bauxite & Alumina Company, and Tata Power.

He has an extensive background in plant maintenance activities in Metal, Mining & Power sector. He has been responsible for Critical Troubleshooting, Emergency Power Restoration and Maintenance work execution with utmost Safety standard. Currently he is leading the electrical team for overall plant operation and maintenance.