Anto Liston
Consulting Manager (HR & Business Operations)
Summary
A seasoned professional with 18 years of experience in HR, Project Management, and Business Operations, specializing in Recruitment, Information Technology, and Construction / Oil & Gas industries across India, UAE, Qatar, and KSA markets. Adept at leading project control activities, including people management, cost control, financial reporting, change management, and contract administration.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Consulting Manager (HR & Business Operations)
GD Consulting Group
9 2021 - Current
- Led and managed multiple recruitment projects using Kanban methodology to enhance workflow efficiency and resolve bottlenecks, reducing recruitment costs by 25%
- Implement Kaizen methodologies to streamline processes, reducing project timelines.
- Improve employee experience and performance through targeted learning and development initiatives, reducing attrition by 40%
- Act as an employee advisor on policies & procedures, labour law, and benefits programs and resolve other grievances
- Inspire a data-driven mindset among stakeholders to define clear, impactful business priorities and action plans.
Senior Administrator (HR & Projects)
Ejar Cranes and Equipment LLC
05.2010 - 07.2021
- Led the end-to-end resource planning, scheduling, and deployment of cranes, equipment, and personnel across multiple construction and oil & gas projects in the UAE.
- Ensured the seamless allocation of resources to meet project timelines and operational demands.
- Monitored and controlled operational budgets, analyzed financial data to optimize resource usage, minimize waste, and improve cost efficiency while maintaining project profitability.
- Developed and enforced strict compliance with safety standards and regional regulations, including obtaining necessary permits for crane operations.
- Conducted regular safety audits and risk assessments, significantly reducing operational hazards and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Collaborated closely with managers, operations teams, and external vendors ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.
- Utilized efficient scheduling methods to allocate cranes and operators to multiple job sites.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for clients regarding crane operations, resource availability, and project progress.
- Provided the management with various metrics and reports like crane utilization reports, risk management, resource allocation, cost reports, and manpower reports.
- Managed the end-to-end implementation of the Microsoft Dynamics ERP project, successfully reducing project time by 20% through iterative feedback loops.
- Led the organizational restructuring project by applying lean strategies, resulting in increased operational efficiency and cost savings.
Human Resource Administrator
Ejar Cranes and Equipment LLC
07.2008 - 04.2010
- Facilitated manpower planning, recruitment, and onboarding processes for the Qatar branch, ensuring smooth operations across multiple job sites.
- Managed employee life cycle processes, including payroll and performance appraisals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Applied Kaizen principles for optimizing equipment and workforce deployment to project sites, reducing downtime, and improving operations.
Executive (HR & Business Operations)
Ambeesoft Technologies
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Spearheaded initiatives to align HR processes with Ambeesoft’s business vision, restructuring organizational policies to drive performance
- Managed recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with business needs and objectives
- Led payroll management and employee grievance handling, enhancing overall HR operations
HR Recruiter
Seventh Sense Networks
07.2004 - 03.2006
- Designed and implemented overall recruitment strategies, sourcing candidates through various platforms, and reduced time-to-hire
- Facilitated new employee onboarding and skill gap assessments to ensure talent alignment with organizational goals
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Human Resource Management
Singapore Institute of Commerce
Singapore 06.2006 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai 08.2000 - 04.2004
Skills
Project Planning & Scheduling
Contract Administration & Compliance
Cost Control & Financial Reporting
Employee Development & Training
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Continuous Process Improvement (Kaizen, Agile)
Recruitment & Performance Management
Organizational Restructuring
Certification
PRINCE2 Agile Project Management Certification, 08/31/26
Awards
- Employee of the Year, 2008, Recognized for streamlining HR department workflows using Kaizen principles.
- Organizational Restructuring, 2011, Successfully led cost analysis and resource optimization for business restructuring projects.
- Attendance & Attrition Scheme, 2012, Designed and implemented a bonus scheme that reduced employee attrition significantly.
Volunteer Experience
- Editor, Spellman Communications
- Training Consultant, Gemba Management Consultants
References
Available upon request.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/25/82
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: GCC/India
Timeline
Senior Administrator (HR & Projects)
Ejar Cranes and Equipment LLC
05.2010 - 07.2021
Human Resource Administrator
Ejar Cranes and Equipment LLC
07.2008 - 04.2010
Executive (HR & Business Operations)
Ambeesoft Technologies
09.2007 - 06.2008
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Human Resource Management
Singapore Institute of Commerce
06.2006 - 07.2007
HR Recruiter
Seventh Sense Networks
07.2004 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Instrumentation
Madurai Kamaraj University
08.2000 - 04.2004
Consulting Manager (HR & Business Operations)
GD Consulting Group
9 2021 - Current
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