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Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

• Managed the configuration, testing, dispatch and installation of electronic parking systems, electronic message boards, camera and traffic systems, IT Networks / fibre optics and servers for hospitals and shopping.
• Managed up to 12 concurrent projects from estimation/design through to execution and commissioning on projects ranging from $400K to $3m and between 2-12 months duration.
• Analysed clients’ requirements and proposed solutions to meet their needs; liaised with multiple major stakeholders and developers via regular meetings and planning sessions.
• Planned, scheduled and supervised project tasks; assigned priorities, evaluated work, undertook QA, tracked progress and tested and verified all technical and engineering solutions.
• Sourced and coordinated multiple sub-contractors to undertake project tasking; liaised with external stakeholders for site access and project scheduling.
• Negotiated, prepared and managed AS4000 contracts with customers and suppliers; monitored performance to ensure all requirements and conditions were met.

Brisbane, Australia

• Bigmate is a leading innovator in the global field of GPS tracking and asset management technology and provides cutting edge solutions to a broad range of industries.
• Developed and configured new software platforms for major clients including BHP and Rio Tinto.
• Managed and performed the configuration, testing, dispatch and installation of fleet management, telematics, 2G/3G/4G and GPS tracking devices, navigation aids, CCTV and RFID involving 1000+ vehicles.
• Analysed clients’ requirements and proposed solutions that met and exceeded client needs.
• Identified gaps in function and delivered functionality similar or better than current.
• Planned and scheduled tasking and milestones; liaised with stakeholders; engaged sub-contractors; tracked and reported progress.

Queensland, Australia

• GATSO supplies fixed and mobile road safety enforcement systems (including speed enforcement and red light cameras) around Australia.
• Managed and successfully completed multiple (up to 40) projects for clients including the Queensland Police and Department of Transport.
• Managed all aspects of projects including design, detailed quotes and estimations, planning, scheduling, staffing, permits and site access, installations and final commissioning of products.
• Undertook risk assessment and created risk management and mitigation plans.
• Estimated, planned and coordinated finances and provided regular project reporting.
• Ensured quality control and management in line with ISO-9000 family of standards.-Managed the installation of speed cameras / fibre optics and ANPR system for the $3M, 7-month Legacy Way tunnel project; $1M speed.

Brisbane, Australia

• Managed multiple, concurrent road infrastructure projects worth $40K-$1M for commercial and government customers and delivered projects on time and on budget.
• Managed lighting, traffic signal, ITS infrastructure, NBN (fibre optics + pit & pipe, FTTP NTD's, splicing & terminations), LV and HV projects from design and estimation through to delivery.
• Provided detailed project estimations, quotes and work breakdown structures; undertook conceptual planning and budgeting; scheduled work; managed risk and finances and resources.
• Created safety plans and traffic management plans; applied for access permits and road closures; acquired and maintained active dial before you dig permits.
• Coordinated and supervised teams of up to 50 personnel-Successfully managed changing circumstances, schedules and priorities including delays in major projects due to upcoming government elections.

Brisbane, Australia

• Responsible for capital works and ongoing maintenance of traffic systems and electrical infrastructure throughout the Brisbane Metro and outlying suburbs.
• Managed installation and upgrades of traffic signals, variable speed sings, road safety and message electronic signage, flood warning systems, speed cameras, CCTV, street lighting and underground installation of.
• Maintained a strategic resources agenda providing ongoing oversight of project requirements to ensure the smooth delivery of 300-400 projects annually ranging from $10K to $3M.
• Defined projects objectives and planned, managed and coordinated all aspects of projects including risk management and finance.
• Acquired resources and coordinated efforts of team members and third party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to scope and budget and oversaw quality control throughout project. life cycle.
• Developed and maintained a maintenance program for electrical infrastructure including planned and reactive maintenance.

Brisbane, Australia

• Managed the installation and maintenance of tolling systems, ICT and ITS road infrastructure.
• Managed all aspects of projects including design, software development, system integration, test and verification and commissioning; contract, risk and financial management.
• Managed in house technicians and engineers to install and configure systems.
• Engaged sub-contractors for all civil works, structural works and fibre optics/cabling/electrical work.-Upgraded coin operated toll systems to free-flow tolls utilising number plate recognition systems.-Successfully.

Brisbane, Australia

• Project Vigilare:
• Provided project, risk and engineering management to the Analysis and Design team.
• Provided technical knowledge and support to the Complete Off The Shelf System (COTS) Integration Team.
• Undertook internal and external client negotiations to generate a successful result in the project achieving Critical Design Review.
• Managed Requirements database and functional model on DOORS and CORE software.
• Conducted Test and Verification of the Vigilaire System; liaised with Vigilare Sub Contract Administrators and Engineers as necessary.

Melbourne, Australia

Direct Reports: 5 + up to 10 contractors project specific.Provide specialist technical advice and support to operations & contracts in respect to the design, installation, operations and maintenance of security & communication systems for both electrical & solar systems. Develop detailed cost estimates as per build methodologyProvide risk management.

Melbourne, Australia

Direct Reports: 2 + up to 10 contractors project specific.Responsible for managing and performing work on projects to client requirements during inception, design, implementation, commissioning and testing phases of security & communication systems. Develop detailed cost estimates, work breakdown structures & GANTT chartsProvide Risk & Change Management.

Melbourne, Australia

Direct Reports: 2 + up to 10 contractors project specific.Smarttrack is a privately owned company, specializing in Online Vehicle and asset tracking/monitoring, using GPRS, SMS, GSM, GPS and satellite technologies.This position is responsible for all Victorian operations, sales and support. Reporting to the regional manager in Sydney. Focuses on a wide.

Perth, Australia

Progress Communications was a company, specializing in mobile communications, including: mobile data, GPS / GPRS vehicle tracking, on-board computers, accident data recorders, PLC, SCADA, telemetry, satellite communications, two-way radios, RFID, CB radios, and repeater networks. Main clients include local shires / government, defence, logistics, chemical.

Perth, Australia

Direct Reports: 3 + up to 50 contractors project specific.Startrack Communications was a Western Australian based satellite communications company involved in the SCADA & PLC systems and also in tracking and monitoring of mobile & remote assets. Operations extend within Australia, South Africa and Indonesia.Major projects included:Australian Navy – JLU to.

Brisbane, Australia

(RAEME – Royal Australian Electrical & Mechanical Engineers) employed within the electronic warfare and military wireless/radio communications systems.Duties include:Inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain radios, optical instruments, navigational aids, laser range finding equipment, electronic surveillance equipment, medical and dental equipment.

Townsville, Australia

3CER - 3rd Combat Engineer RegimentCivil / Field Engineering & explosive ordnance disposalJob Functions include:Assists in construction of temporary roads, bypasses and fords.Digs drains and constructs culverts.Erects bridges using both equipment and non-equipment components.Constructs and operates rafts and ferries.Constructs field defences and wire.

Somalia

UNIFIED TASK FORCE IN SOMALIA (UNITAF) Operation SOLACE3CER - 3rd Combat Engineer RegimentCivil / Field Engineering & explosive ordnance disposal

Townsville, Australia

3CER - 3rd Combat Engineer RegimentCivil / Field Engineering & explosive ordnance disposalJob Functions include:Assists in construction of temporary roads, bypasses and fords.Digs drains and constructs culverts.Erects bridges using both equipment and non-equipment components.Constructs and operates rafts and ferries.Constructs field defences and wire.