Richard Lea

Richard Lea is an experienced engineering professional with a robust background in project management, proposals management, and leadership roles within the mining and engineering industries. They currently serve as the Head of Sales/Proposal Support at FLSmidth, where they lead a diverse team and focus on operational excellence. Previously, Richard held various managerial positions, overseeing significant project execution, budget management, and team development, highlighted by their impactful initiatives that improved proposal turnaround times and customer service levels. Richard's educational background includes a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Johannesburg. Outside of work, they are a family-oriented individual who enjoys cycling, sports, and traveling.