Alan Ford Email & Phone Number

Adelaide, Sa, Au

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

With a focus on the Smart Cities and Future Mobility (Transportation) sectors, I lead the development of complex technical solutions from concept to project award. I oversee the production and submission of client proposals and have responsibility for providing accurate estimates of time and cost, identifying the most appropriate solution to meet and deliver upon key client outcomes.

Adelaide, Australia

Technical Lead Engineer working in a national capacity focused on truly innovative Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) solutions across the region.

South Australia, Australia

Full-time Technical Lead Engineer with additional responsibilities relating to the professional/career development, training needs and performance development for a multi-disciplined team of colleagues, including Project Managers, fellow Engineers and electrical tradespeople.

Adelaide

Looking to reconnect with my passion for all things technical and engage more with our customers, I've now resumed a technical role. Most recently, I have become focused on the ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) sector and developing innovative solutions, leveraging my control systems experience. - Dept Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) (June 2014 - ongoing): Assorted design/install/commissioning project works on some of Adelaide's leading ITS assets including; Port River Expressway (Opening Road/Rail Bridges), Heysen Tunnels, South Road Superway, Southern Expressway, Torrens to Torrens (T2T), O-bahn Extension, Darlington Upgrade.- SA Water Bolivar WWTP - PLC and SCADA Controls Upgrade (Dec 2012 - June 2014): Lead Engineer: SoW documentation. Detailed site-wide control system audit and working with stakeholders to design and cost upgrade options for the plant (40+ PLCs, 4 SCADA systems, 500+ electrical control cabinets).- Adelaide Brighton Cement (Oct-Dec 2012): FAT validation of Schneider PLC control system- Adelaide Desalination Plant (Feb-Oct 2012): I&C Commissioning Engineer. Responsible for the commissioning of the Ethernet and Profibus networks (100+ individual networks, 1000+ nodes) and all associated field devices on these networks.

Adelaide, Australia

Responsible for the development of the vast talent pool we are fortunate to have within the national resources community at SAGE (Engineering, Design Drafting, Workshop) and working on ensuring it meets the ever increasing demands of our customers. Coming through the ranks within the Engineering department and performing in roles at all levels (Graduate, Control Systems Engineer, Snr Control Systems Engineer, Engineering Team Manager) I was in a unique position to truly understand what it takes to develop our technical people at all levels within the business and facilitate that, aligning with both the individual's and the company's needs.I remain actively involved with our graduate engineers and redesigned our Graduate Development Program to fast track their development and kick start their careers.

Managed the operation of up to 25 engineers, working instinctively to maximise the results of the teams and enabling them to deliver certainty to our customers.Also responsible for engineering recruitment, employee management and career development. Directly responsible for the team's technical outcomes.

Significant project works:Port River Expressway – Opening Road and Rail Bridges(Lead PLC Engineer)Ongoing PMCS technical support for D.P.T.I. and Lend Lease (periodic maintenance testing, tech advice, breakdown assistance)http://www.gotosage.com/SuccessStories/Pages/PortRiverExpresswayBridge.aspxHolden - 9AA Press Line(Lead PLC/HMI Engineer)One Steel - Iron Ore Crushing & Screening Plant Upgrade(Commissioning Engineer)10+ other projects

Manager of a newly created team within SAGE - Small Projects Team. Managed daily operation of 5 engineers, focused on the delivery of projects <2 weeks in duration. Allowed remaining engineers in the department to focus on larger scale project delivery. The role was ultimately absorbed by the SAGE Service Department as that aspect of the business expanded.Significant Project Works:Holden - 8A Press Line(PLC/HMI Engineer)Holden - GA Line Upgrade – Trim Lines(PLC/HMI Engineer)Bridgestone - 8x6 Tread Line Upgrade(PLC/HMI Engineer)Michell – Autefa Wool Press(HMI Engineer)Holden - DVT Cells(HMI Engineer)Holden - Care Conveyors(HMI Engineer)20+ other projects

Bachelor, Engineering (Computer Systems)

Diploma, Management

Cert Iv, Business (Frontline Management)

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