Dionysios Mandilaris

VEN Engineering S.A., is one of the leading companies in the industry of Waste Management and Alternative Fuel Production and a major contributor to the improvement of Waste Management standards in Greece. The company’s goal is to achieve a zero – waste model of operations and establish a Circular Economy. Key responsibilities included, among other duties:

• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large waste management projects.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable waste management solutions.
• Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
• Reported to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
• Delivered comprehensive waste management solutions for critical sectors, including petrochemical facilities, steelworks, harbors, and various industrial operations.
• Serve as a Safety Advisor for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.

Antipollution is the leading company in the provision of Port Reception Facilities and one of the largest Waste Management companies in Greece and the Mediterranean. Key responsibilities included, among other duties:

• Organizing and compiling annual records for waste management, including treatment and transportation activities, for submission to Greek Ministry of Environment.
• Provide consultation about the safe and efficient handling and disposal of environmental waste.
• Facilitating coordination of trans-boundary waste shipments, including loading onto trucks or ships.
• Conducted waste management audits and developed comprehensive, detailed reports.
• Delivered comprehensive waste management solutions for critical sectors, including petrochemical facilities, steelworks, harbors, and various industrial operations.
• Prepared technical reports for tenders regarding waste management tenders for private and public sector.
• Provided services as a Safety Advisor for Transport of Dangerous goods.

Antipollution Secondary Fuels S.M.P operates as a Recycling & Alternative Fuel Production Facility, specializing in the treatment of waste streams originating from both public and private sectors. Key responsibilities included, among other duties:

• Organizing and compiling annual records for waste management, including treatment and transportation activities, for submission to Greek Ministry of Environment.
• Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
• Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
• Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
• Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.

Antipollution Processing Center S.M.P served as a Recycling & Alternative Fuel Production Facility, offering comprehensive waste management solutions to both public and private sectors in Greece. Key responsibilities included, among other duties:

• Organizing and compiling the annual records for waste management, including treatment and transportation activities, for submission to the Greek Ministry of Environment.
• Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees.
• Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
• Oversaw daily operations and other industrial non hazardous waste management projects.
• Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
• Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
• Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.

Antipollution Processing Center S.M.P served as a Recycling & Alternative Fuel Production Facility, offering comprehensive waste management solutions to both public and private sectors in Greece. Main tasks among others were the following:

• Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
• Managed personnel of up to 20 persons, by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
• Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
• Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.

Antipollution is the leading company in the provision of Port Reception Facilities and one of the largest Waste Management companies in Greece and the Mediterranean. Key responsibilities included, among other duties:

• Audited new projects and environmental department activities to identify and resolve concerns.
• Organizing safe and efficient handling and disposal of environmental waste.
• Prepared detailed reports documenting compliance with environmental regulations.
• Monitored waste management projects
• Maintaining internationally recognized standards ISO9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 (now replaced by ISO 45001), and OHSAS 18001.

MSc Thesis on Environmental Impact Assessment of a wind farm and of its End-of-Life waste management.

• Awarded with 8.9/10

MSc Thesis on Anaerobic Treatability Study with Granular Sludge to Treat of 4 Different Characteristic Waste Streams from Personal Care Product Industries.

• Awarded with Merit
• Member of Newcastle University Alumni Network

BSc Thesis on heavy metal contamination of soil, in the vicinity of an old lead smelter, in the area of Walker Riverside Park, in Newcastle upon Tyne.

• Awarded with Hons (2:2).