Grant Woolston Email and Phone Number
• Electrical engineer and ICT specialist with 30+ years’ experience in electricity, water, manufacturing and education. Specialty expertise in Operational Technology (OT), control systems and telecommunications, as well as ICT strategy, planning and investment management. Qualified and experienced educator and trainer.
Velocity Partners
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ConsultantVelocity Partners 2022 - PresentBrisbane, Queensland, AustraliaGreenbank Large Scale Battery Energy Storage System (LSBESS) tender requirements. Development of new innovative grid support services and the integration with Wide Area Monitoring Protection and Control in Powerlink.Managing design activities for establishment and integration of the Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS) infrastructure for Powerlink.Requirements for the high level and detailed design for an operational technology (OT) and corporate network data networks business… Show more Greenbank Large Scale Battery Energy Storage System (LSBESS) tender requirements. Development of new innovative grid support services and the integration with Wide Area Monitoring Protection and Control in Powerlink.Managing design activities for establishment and integration of the Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS) infrastructure for Powerlink.Requirements for the high level and detailed design for an operational technology (OT) and corporate network data networks business continuity implementation for Powerlink.Governance and vendor management for delivery to required standards for performance and functional testing of an Incident Management System implementation for Powerlink.Development of scope and specification for establishing a business intelligence platform for control systems to enhance predictive asset management of Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) and Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS). Show less -
Co-FounderMotormonitor Jun 2018 - PresentBrisbane, AustraliaMotor Vehicle Advanced Monitoring and Alerting Systems
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Secondary TeacherBrisbane Christian College Jan 2019 - Dec 2021BrisbaneDesigned and delivered high quality courses enabling students to produce real world technology solutions.Established STEM and business programs for secondary students.Successfully challenged and inspired Year 8-12 students on the relevance and value of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and the application in industry. -
Consultant - Operational Technology / ScadaVelocity Partners 2017 - 2018 -
Control Systems Manager - Operational Technology Platforms / ScadaSparq Solutions Dec 2010 - Jun 2017Accountability for systems used to control power in the South East Queensland power distribution network. Undertake Strategy, Design, Deployment and ongoing 24 x 7 operations of these systems. Establishing and developing teams with vertically integrated skill sets encompassing ICT and Engineering skills. Accountable for DMS, OT Platforms, SCADA.Achievements• Lead implementation of a world class Operational Technology Environment encompassing Security, Design, and Deployment and… Show more Accountability for systems used to control power in the South East Queensland power distribution network. Undertake Strategy, Design, Deployment and ongoing 24 x 7 operations of these systems. Establishing and developing teams with vertically integrated skill sets encompassing ICT and Engineering skills. Accountable for DMS, OT Platforms, SCADA.Achievements• Lead implementation of a world class Operational Technology Environment encompassing Security, Design, and Deployment and ongoing Operations using leading Cyber Security solutions under a matrix style arrangement.• Successfully Lead and Implemented Cyber Security Operational Technology Platform initiatives as a member of the G20 Operational Technology Environment Technical Committee.• Navigated department through a significant change management phase moving staff engagement score from 31% to 72%.• Scoped, initiated and outworked transition to operations of transformational projects including a SCADA Design and Commissioning System and Integrated Protection and Control. • Established and lead virtual team to deliver a Distribution Management System upgrade incorporating Blueprinting, Development and transition to Operations.• Successfully negotiated a proof of concept phase involving engineering, business process walkthrough and design for distribution transformer monitoring.• Successfully negotiated transition of business initiated software development activities to my department and delivered in a cost effective manner whilst balancing ongoing operational and project delivery service levels. Show less -
Head Of Strategy And ArchitectureSparq Solutions 2009 - 2010Accountable for strategic Information and Communications Technology (ICT) vision, architecture and investment plans for Ergon Energy, Energex and SPARQ Solutions ICT Systems and Infrastructure. This includes the development, implementation and maintenance of the Joint ICT Roadmap, Information Technology Strategic Plan, as well as ICT Strategic advice to support clients’ evolving business capability requirements. Achievements• Successfully lead department through merging of… Show more Accountable for strategic Information and Communications Technology (ICT) vision, architecture and investment plans for Ergon Energy, Energex and SPARQ Solutions ICT Systems and Infrastructure. This includes the development, implementation and maintenance of the Joint ICT Roadmap, Information Technology Strategic Plan, as well as ICT Strategic advice to support clients’ evolving business capability requirements. Achievements• Successfully lead department through merging of specific OCIO and Strategy and Architecture functions.• Lead on time delivery of full financial year program of work for parent companies and baselined with project group.• Lead successful establishment and trial of new strategy scoping and delivery process. Show less -
Control Systems ManagerSparq Solutions 2006 - 2009• Manage Control Systems department including budget, staffing, project and operate and maintain activities.• Develop and establish new relationships with key stakeholders and improve visibility developments and activities in the department.• Maintain currency of activities in the context of trends in the control systems area. -
Network Control Systems Engineer / Team LeaderEnergex Aug 2000 - Dec 2005 -
Product Manager - GermanyZenner Aug 1997 - Jul 2000• Interface to Australian customers and manufacturer on design and delivery of mechanical and electronic measurement and control systems.• Marketing of newly developed products and technologies to customers in Europe.• Project management of developers, workshop and production staff in Zenner, external suppliers and development subsidiaries in Europe.• Manage rapid development of prototypes and samples to secure key supply contracts.• Write commissioning and support documentation… Show more • Interface to Australian customers and manufacturer on design and delivery of mechanical and electronic measurement and control systems.• Marketing of newly developed products and technologies to customers in Europe.• Project management of developers, workshop and production staff in Zenner, external suppliers and development subsidiaries in Europe.• Manage rapid development of prototypes and samples to secure key supply contracts.• Write commissioning and support documentation for key installations and implement on site.• Undertake development activities of new products Show less -
Project Development EngineerReliance Worldwide Corporation Jul 1995 - Jul 1997• Identify and implement strategies for the development of new products.• Undertake hands on development of new mechanical and electronic metering products.• Manage installation and commissioning of key systems.• Manage development activities locally and with subsidiaries and partners in Israel, Germany, UK and USA through regular communications and site visits.• Identify and establish contact with key domestic and international suppliers of specific measurement technology.•… Show more • Identify and implement strategies for the development of new products.• Undertake hands on development of new mechanical and electronic metering products.• Manage installation and commissioning of key systems.• Manage development activities locally and with subsidiaries and partners in Israel, Germany, UK and USA through regular communications and site visits.• Identify and establish contact with key domestic and international suppliers of specific measurement technology.• Presentation of new product releases at key trade fairs in Germany and Australia.• Ongoing customer support and consultation to establish direction for new product development. Show less -
Project ManagerTelstra Jan 1994 - Jun 1995• Managed implementation of complex and/or novel communications systems for corporate and government customers.• Wrote project requirements, implementation and commissioning documentation in consultation with customer.• Coordinated internal staff and external contractors for installation and commissioning. Ensured issues were escalated to meet critical customer deadlines.• Established billing processes and established customer specific maintenance agreements.
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Grant Woolston Education Details
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Electrical
Frequently Asked Questions about Grant Woolston
What company does Grant Woolston work for?
Grant Woolston works for Velocity Partners
What is Grant Woolston's role at the current company?
Grant Woolston's current role is Operational Technology Management.
What schools did Grant Woolston attend?
Grant Woolston attended Torrens University Australia, Queensland University Of Technology, The University Of Queensland.
What skills is Grant Woolston known for?
Grant Woolston has skills like Stakeholder Management, Strategy, Management, Leadership, Solution Architecture, Program Management, It Operations, Control Systems Design, Power Systems, Business Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Business Planning.
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Grant Woolston's colleagues are Kristie Brennan, Michael Boyle, Glenn W., Kris Sewell, Aaron Brown, Bryce Maskey, Minh Pham.
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