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North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

The role is responsible for the Management of Change in accordance with the UGLRL SMS and includes overseeing the management, monitoring, and reporting of the configuration management for the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) on Country Regional Network (CRN) contract. This role is accountable for the review and updating of the UGLRL Configuration Management Plan for all activities across the business both in the O&M and enhancement projects.The CRN spans a vast area across NSW and includes townships like Armidale, Bathurst, Cobar, Dubbo, Griffith, Narrabri, Orange, Queanbeyan, Tamworth, West Wyalong and many others. The CRN includes 2,386 kilometres of operational rail lines that are utilised for passenger and freight services. In addition, there are 3,139 kilometres of non-operational line and 27,000 hectares of land and infrastructure that require upkeep. This portfolio includes 1,312 level crossings (300 active), 1,200 property assets (including 356 heritage sites), 600 rail under bridges and 384 over bridges. Throughout the network, approximately 996km of branch line is predominantly used for grain haulage.

Monopoli, Apulia, Italy

The role encompasses commissioning rolling stock diagnostic systems, which involves calibration, tuning, and data analysis. It also includes managing asset services and delivering comprehensive customer support in both Italian and English. Responsibilities extend to conducting dynamic and static system tests, performing diagnostics, executing software upgrades, and overseeing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities. Additionally, the role involves planning maintenance activities across Australia, Singapore, and other regions as needed, making minor engineering design modifications, and providing engineering troubleshooting support.MERMEC S.p.A. is an Italian company focused on rail inspection and diagnostics (both systems and vehicles), railway signalling, asset management software, diagnostic and professional services for the railway industry.Main Achievements:- Successfully commissioned a wayside system for UGL at the Kangy Angy facility, encompassing wheel profile, wheel flatness, and inspection vision systems.- Commissioned track geometry systems and Over Head Wire systems (TS-2) for the New Intercity Fleet (NIF) in collaboration with TfNSW/Hyundai & UGL.- Completed the commissioning of the Broken Rail System (TS-22) for the new Metro Fleet on the Sydney Metro Line, at the Chatswood-Tallawong line.- I have contributed to the commissioning activities of the Roger 600 in Singapore and provided system training to the local customer, Land Transport Authority (LTA)- Facilitated training activities remotely for the Italian crew on the Vale-Brasil Project in Sao Luis do Maranhao, showcasing adaptability and effective cross-cultural collaborationActively participated in numerous projects across Australia and internationally, collaborating with major industry players such as Alstom, Downer, UGL, Transport for NSW, Queensland Rail, Metro Melbourne, Public Transport Authority, BHP, Land Transport Authority Singapore, Rete Ferroviaria Italiana, and Hyundai.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Create 2D and 3D designs for the fabrication, installation , intricate projects & structures using AutoCAD, Solidworks, Sketchup and Vectorworks. This also included developing programs using EnRoute(CAM) to efficiently fabricate new parts on three axis CNC machinery• Many projects were lead and installed by myself showing my ability to take ownership of complex and demanding projects by utilising a methodical approach to achieving key millstones in a timely fashion.• Hands on approach to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard of quality by implementing stringent quality control measures for purchased material, material manufactured in house, as well as in house and on site assembly. This allowed me to not only guarantee quality but to also ensure work is carried out in a safe & secure manner while adhering to our own policies as well as the customer’s policy along with relevant legislation.Main Achievements: Developed innovative and timely COVID hospital screens during the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring a mobile steel frame with a retractable acrylic screen and a center hole for attaching medical respiratory devices. The project involved concept creation, design of parts for fabrication, and stringent quality control. The screens were produced in a series of batch numbers, tailored to the client's evolving needs as dictated by pandemic demands. This crucial project not only provided lifesaving solutions during the pandemic but also ensured business continuity in a challenging period.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Expertise in CNC machining and steel fabrication, encompassing feed rate and spindle type selection, material choice, customer consultation for design optimization, and waste management• Drawing layouts for construction purposes and create 2D and 3D designs for the structures using AutoCAD, Sketchup and Vectorworks• Creating programming for new components on three-axis and five-axis CNC machines, utilizing Alphacam and Delcam software.• Coordinating and delivering supporting activities within the projects, resources management, scope, communications, data collection and analysis..• Responsible for machinery technical maintenance plans for CNC routers, mill, robotic arms and other workshop machinery. • Scope and resources coordination (internal and external projects)• Planning, designing, and drawing for construction of intricate structures like stages with hydraulic lifters and revolving stages• Manage and coordinate stakeholder engagement and communication across various projects and programs, ensuring timely updates and interactions. This experience includes work for major clients such as Woodside and J.P. Morgan• Manage scheduled maintenance of the workplace and equipment used to ensure optimum performance, quality, and safety in compliance with engineering principles.• Implemented a CNC System, Configured Tool Library, Settings, Designed Products and Created a system for montly maintanance.

São Paulo, Brazil

• Undertaking site checks to monitor progress.• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met • Drawing layouts for construction purposes and create 2D and 3D designs of metallic structures using AutoCAD and Sketchup• Perform research activities to determine a list of possible vendors.• Coordinating administrative tasks such as payment.• Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works• Organising contractors including carpenters, electricians, plumbers and painters to carry out building tasks.• Calculating quantities and costs and sourcing of building materials and labour.• Supervising contractors or employees to ensure safety standards are maintained and works remain on schedule.

São Paulo, Brazil

Master'S Degree, Mechatronics And Robotics

Major in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering

Master'S Degree, Business And Project Management

Major in Implementation Management Mains: -Venture/Project Economics and Finance - Project Formulation and Business Planning - Advanced.

Postgraduate Degree - Environmental, Social And Governance (Esg), Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering, High Distinction

Business, Environmental Science, Social Studies, and Governance

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering

Activities and Societies: International Society of Automation(President of the Student Section)- Specify equipment and devices used.