Rudiger Von Varendorff
About Rudiger Von Varendorff
Rudiger Von Varendorff serves as the Simulation Practice Lead for Australia Asia at Hatch, bringing over 30 years of experience in optimizing industrial operations. His expertise includes stakeholder engagement and simulation across various sectors, including mining and manufacturing.
Current Role at Hatch
Rudiger Von Varendorff serves as the Simulation Practice Lead for Australia-Asia at Hatch, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Brisbane, Queensland, he focuses on leveraging simulation technologies to enhance stakeholder engagement and optimize operational performance. His role involves collaborating with engineers, management consultants, and cognitive scientists to develop effective strategies that align with business objectives.
Previous Experience at Hatch
Prior to his current role, Rudiger held several positions at Hatch. He was the Australia-Asia Lead for the Dynamic Simulation Group from 2011 to 2015 and the Lead for Operational Performance Analytics from 2015 to 2016. His tenure at Hatch has allowed him to build extensive expertise in simulation methodologies and their applications across various industrial sectors.
Professional Background
Rudiger has over 30 years of experience in optimizing industrial operations and capital projects. His career includes significant roles such as Director at ITE Consulting from 2003 to 2011 and Technical Manager at GPR Dehler from 1999 to 2003. He also served as Service Delivery Technical Manager at GPR Dehler from 2016 to 2020, further solidifying his expertise in technical management and service delivery.
Education and Qualifications
Rudiger studied at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Electronics from 1986 to 1990. He completed his secondary education at Westville Boys High School from 1982 to 1985. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles applicable to various industrial sectors.
Industry Specialization
Rudiger specializes in using simulation to facilitate stakeholder alignment and improve decision-making processes. His expertise spans multiple sectors, including mining, rail, port, manufacturing, and heavy industry. He employs simulation techniques to capture both physical operations and strategic planning, ensuring that all stakeholders are engaged in achieving business goals.