I am a Project Engineer with a commercial focus at AusNet Services, a leading energy network operator in Australia. I have over 5 years of experience in developing and delivering innovative and emerging energy products, such as large-scale solar/storage, microgrids, stand-alone power systems, and other energy solutions.My core competencies include commercial, project and business case development, project capex and opex cost estimation and optimisation, identifying and assessing new market opportunities, project risk assessment, developing project plans, managing EPC contracts, project cost control and budgeting. I am passionate about creating resilient and sustainable energy solutions that meet the needs of communities.
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Commercial ManagerAkaysha EnergyAustralia -
Commercial LeadAusnet Services May 2021 - PresentMelbourne, Victoria, Australia -
Product DeveloperJemena Nov 2018 - May 2021Melbourne, AustraliaThe Product Developer supports the Electricity Markets (EM) functional group in the identification and delivery of new energy market opportunities in support of Jemena’s unregulated market growth objectives.• Developing a pipeline of project opportunities of $300m value with a focus on innovative and emerging energy products such as Large Scale Solar/Storage, Microgrids, Stand Alone Power Systems (SAPS) and other energy solutions.• Identifying and assisting in transaction building… Show more The Product Developer supports the Electricity Markets (EM) functional group in the identification and delivery of new energy market opportunities in support of Jemena’s unregulated market growth objectives.• Developing a pipeline of project opportunities of $300m value with a focus on innovative and emerging energy products such as Large Scale Solar/Storage, Microgrids, Stand Alone Power Systems (SAPS) and other energy solutions.• Identifying and assisting in transaction building activities for prospective greenfield and brownfield Build, Own and Operate (BOO) projects, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and organic development opportunities• Development of technical specifications, EPC management, project specification/ cost development, project management plans, financial models, business cases and HSEQ over the life of an asset• Engaging with cross functional teams through the product and project development lifecycle ensuring projects are executed within AS/ISO standards, specified budgets, HSEQ and regulations. Show less -
Commercial Solar Proposal DeveloperJemena Apr 2018 - Nov 2018The Commercial Solar Proposal Developer supports the EM team in the identification and delivery of new energy market opportunities in support of Jemena’s growth objectives.• Operationalizing new product lines to market with full end-to-end execution from the incubation to delivery.• Support the EM team’s acquisition of government contracts and organic business through assessment and tender opportunities exceeding $20m• Assist in the management, and maintenance of the existing… Show more The Commercial Solar Proposal Developer supports the EM team in the identification and delivery of new energy market opportunities in support of Jemena’s growth objectives.• Operationalizing new product lines to market with full end-to-end execution from the incubation to delivery.• Support the EM team’s acquisition of government contracts and organic business through assessment and tender opportunities exceeding $20m• Assist in the management, and maintenance of the existing and future solar, battery and emerging technology asset base.• Generate insights from conducting detailed analyses for the EM group and stakeholders. Show less -
Mechanical EngineerPump & Electrical Engineering Services Pty Ltd. Dec 2016 - Dec 2017Tottenham, Victoria, AustraliaMechanical Engineer with a focus on improving manufacturing efficiency, managing fabrication workers, improving quality assurance processes and conducting testing methods to ensure quality within Australian standards.• Hot water system and solar hot water system design, testing, commissioning and quality assurance.• Management of (seven) factory workers ensuring lean, consistent, safe and continuous production. • Supplier relationship management, inventory management, cost… Show more Mechanical Engineer with a focus on improving manufacturing efficiency, managing fabrication workers, improving quality assurance processes and conducting testing methods to ensure quality within Australian standards.• Hot water system and solar hot water system design, testing, commissioning and quality assurance.• Management of (seven) factory workers ensuring lean, consistent, safe and continuous production. • Supplier relationship management, inventory management, cost forecasting, technical and financial analysis. Show less -
Ruag Australia Engineering Intern/ Dmtc Scholarship SubsidiaryRuag Australia Dec 2014 - Apr 2015Bayswater• Development of a laser deposition (laser cladding) procedure involving additive manufacturing methods for the effective repair of MLG FA-18 fighter jet wheel hubs• Implementing class 4 laser system safe operating procedures• Laser parameter analysis• Innovative mechanical systems design, testing, analysis and manufacture of wheel support fixture required to begin deposition procedure• Researching, identifying and sourcing suppliers of required spooled Aluminium wire alloys… Show more • Development of a laser deposition (laser cladding) procedure involving additive manufacturing methods for the effective repair of MLG FA-18 fighter jet wheel hubs• Implementing class 4 laser system safe operating procedures• Laser parameter analysis• Innovative mechanical systems design, testing, analysis and manufacture of wheel support fixture required to begin deposition procedure• Researching, identifying and sourcing suppliers of required spooled Aluminium wire alloys within 0.3mm and 0.5mm tolerance specific to the Al-2014 T6 substrate• Inventory management procedure development Show less -
Vice PresidentGolden Key International Honour Society Apr 2013 - May 2014Hawthorn
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Amila Bandara Education Details
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Swinburne University Of TechnologyGraduate -
Monash UniversityChemical Engineering
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Amila Bandara works for Akaysha Energy
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Amila Bandara's current role is Commercial Manager.
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Amila Bandara attended Swinburne University Of Technology, Monash University, Haileybury.
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Amila Bandara has skills like Leadership, Customer Experience, Microsoft Office, Management, Analytical Skills, Project Management, Business Development, Problem Solving, Pricing Strategy, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Time Management.
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