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Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Providing services within the Resource and Commercial Construction and Operation Industries including:• Short and long term project delivery• Scope and change management• Review of project execution strategies ensuring they are fit for purpose • Stakeholder management• Project adherence to quality, time and cost constraints• Schedule development• Budget preparation and cost control• Asset lifecycle management and inspection services• Shutdown planning and execution for brownfields construction, maintenance and sustaining capital projects• Contract review and recommendations• Claims development and advice

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

As the Senior Project Engineer for the construction of the King of the Hills Gold Mine in Leonora I was able to contribute to the success of the project by:• Managing a team of engineers and assorted project controls from the conceptual design phase, through fabrication, construction and commissioning of the project while overseeing both on-site and off-site personnel.• Capitalising on gaps between the scope of work and delivery requirements to identify contract variation works, resulting in the addition of 6% of the contract value in additional works.• Assisting in and overseeing the detailed design and of mechanical, structural and piping packages and directing the tender and delivery of mechanical, structural and pipe fabrication.• Development of risk mitigation strategies to reduce overall project duration, resulting in demobilisation of contractors up to 25 days earlier than forecast and placing the project on course for achieving practical completion one month before contractually required.• Engaging, directing and monitoring civil, mechanical and electrical subcontractors involving developing scopes of work, project execution strategies, schedules and quality controls.• Design, development and registration of proprietary temporary scaffolding systems for tank construction, resulting in a 30% cost reduction for access equipment hire.• Reviewing and upgrading existing quality and execution systems to bring the project in to line with the level of performance expected by the client.• Contributing to the implementation of a best practice safety culture through focus on elimination and engineering safety controls (within the hierarchy of controls) that resulted in a injury frequency rate of zero to date.• Identifying opportunities for improvement and lessons learned in order to increase business efficiency and reduce resource wastage.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

While leading the project team for the delivery of the CBH Weighbridge Upgrade project I was able to successfully deliver the project within budget and on schedule by:• Effectively negotiating with contractors and stakeholders to increase the overall project profit margin by 2% (14% overall).• Repairing client relationships and rebuilding client confidence in the organization following contractual and personality disputes between previous leadership.• Preparing and reviewing construction cost estimates, budgets, forecasts and reports. This also includes tendering and estimating for scope growth works, new projects and variations.• Leading the development of a safety-based culture and ensuring all project KPIs are met or exceeded and also developing a new safety culture around the operating levels of the business. • Managing subcontractors to ensure compliance to all project policies and procedures.• Implementing management plans and procedures for COVID-19 response during on site works.• Interfacing with clients and other contractors to resolve on site construction, contractual and commercial issues to provide best solutions for all parties.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

While working on the CBH Mechanical Throughput Upgrade I was able to safely and efficiently assist in the design, construction and management of greenfield and brownfield works for upgrading the grain handling facilities for Cooperative Bulk Handling Australia by:• Overseeing design, fabrication and construction subcontractors while managing client, contractor and subcontractor interfacing and scheduling.• Leading both wet and dry commissioning activities on site during commissioning and aided in compiling and reviewing commissioning plans and requirements.• Assuming the role of Site Manager for the upgrade of the Metro Grain Centre Weighbridge Upgrade Project• Developing, compiling and reviewing Manufacturer’s Data Reports for each of the sites on the project and ensuring compliance with the Client’s requirements.• Planning plant constructability sequences and managing construction activities against project schedule to achieve productivity factor targets. This includes manning forecasts, plant and equipment requirements and labour allocations.• Developing and implementing safety plans, rescue methodologies, and permit requirements for high risk activities.• Providing technical information and advice for mechanical, structural and electrical disciplines to ensure the quality installation of conveyors, conveyor drive systems, mechanical loading systems and safety devices on the project.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Whilst seconded to the Asset Management Division of Tempo I was able to streamline work and increase job turnover for the Nokia Reactive Maintenance works by:• Implementing subcontractor management strategies that allowed subcontractors to attend jobs autonomously, reducing workload for internal resources• Streamlining workflow which eliminated an initial backlog of approximately 100 outstanding work packs and reduced the time between the award and completion of jobs.• Increasing the overall monthly job turn over by 40% – 50% which improved cashflow and increased customer satisfaction.• Increasing the overall share of works allocated to Tempo as a result of higher job turn over.• Developing an in-house stocking system to ensure materials were available and reduce job lead times.• Negotiating arrangements with Subcontractors and suppliers in order to provide priority services and reduced rates for materials and labour.• Liaising with Client representatives to determine their needs and how a better service can be provided for themselves and their own clients.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

While working at The Samesun Hostel I gained hands on construction and maintenance experience by:• Assisting in the construction and updating the design of pod beds for the majority of the hostel rooms.• Managing and completing the renovation of all bathrooms within the hostel.• Assisting in the installation of ventilation fans throughout the facility.• Completing general maintenance works including electrical installation, plumbing maintenance, structural assessment and maintenance and mechanical assessments.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

While working at Total Ground Effects I was able to contribute to the success of several projects by:• Planning construction sequencing and manning requirements to ensure works are completed on time and to a high-quality standard.• Estimating material requirements, developing quotations and ordering material to best suit stakeholder needs and requirements.• Managing change orders and negotiating with clients to determine best courses of action and keeping daily diaries to ensure payment of all variation works.

Ichthys Project

While working on the Ichthys Onshore LNG Project I was able to safely and efficiently assist in the management of the construction of plant areas worth over $120 million and• Delivered a high standard of safety leadership by ensuring all project requirements were adhered to and exceeding expected safety benchmarks.• Managed the execution of multidisciplinary construction activities such as mechanical, piping, equipment, structural and civil works.• Working with Managers, Superintendents and Supervisors to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of quality construction work that meets legislative and standards requirements.• Planning plant constructability sequences and managing construction activities against project schedule to achieve productivity factor targets.• Preparing and reviewing construction cost estimates, budgets, forecasts and reports.• Interfacing with clients and other contractors to resolve on site construction, contractual and commercial issues to provide best solutions for all parties.• Developing and implementing construction procedures for high risk and/or complex work to reduce delays and increase safety by pre-emptively solving problems that may arise.• Managing test schedules by accelerating system completion and organising pre- commissioning activities.

Wheatstone Project

While working on the Wheatstone Project I was able to ensure the safe operation of site equipment and efficient construction of site piping works by:• Developing and implementing Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and Operation manuals to ensure construction activities adhered to HSE procedures and statutory requirements.• Managing the development and review of workpacks for piping and equipment installation.• Designing and implementing project control programs to increase document submission efficiency and transparency, increasing work productivity on job fronts.

Wheatstone Project

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

• Successfully assisted in the reliability study into the effects of kidney loop filtration in order to extend the life of motors in heavy haulage trucks resulting in extending the oil life by up to 3 months.• Conducted investigations into miscellaneous mobile plant breakdown events and reliability studies for minor plant parts in order to extend part life and reduce breakdown time loss.

Perth, Australia

• Commissioned high temperature hot water, chilled water and medical gas pipelines along with ancillary pumps, cooling towers, chillers and boilers.• Supervised pneumatic and hydro pressure testing of pumps, boilers and chillers.Undergraduate Engineer• Developed and supervised a lifting procedure for the installation of four (4) industrial 1.5 MW chillers.• Designed air conditioning cooler unit anti-vibration mountings and procured Materials for units.• Reduced cost by identifying differences between installed items and design specifications.