Mark Thomson Email & Phone Number

Chermside, Qld, Au

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Starting a new adventure!

Brisbane, Australia

Collaborated with the JMS and Futures teams to support in-house software solutions and develop new applications.Revamped the UI of all JMS modules using DevExpress UI libraries, enhancing the data grid interface for improved functionality. Delivered numerous upgrades and enhancements.Performed BAU development to support ongoing business requirements, adding new business logic and exposing functionalities through WebAPI calls.Developed the DBMVConnect web platform… Show more Collaborated with the JMS and Futures teams to support in-house software solutions and develop new applications.Revamped the UI of all JMS modules using DevExpress UI libraries, enhancing the data grid interface for improved functionality. Delivered numerous upgrades and enhancements.Performed BAU development to support ongoing business requirements, adding new business logic and exposing functionalities through WebAPI calls.Developed the DBMVConnect web platform, embedding Trimble Viewer and customising UI and integrations with JMS. Built with C# .NET Core and SQL Server, integrated via REST API.Created JMS modules for the US Visualizer tool, providing integration with JMS using C# .NET Core, TypeScript, and REST API.Contributed to Odyssey Customer Portal, working on both front-end (Flutter) and back-end AWS technologies such as Amplify, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB and Cognito. Developed serverless micro-services.Led development of JMS 2.0 with React and Tailwind on the front end, and AWS/Azure technologies on the back end. Implemented serverless micro-services with S3, Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB support.Supported and customised the Moodle Learning Management System, integrating IntelliHR and creating custom reports for ISO standards. Implemented Active Directory authentication with LDAP. Show less

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia

Collaborated with the Human Resources team to develop and support university business systems, focusing on streamlining processes and delivering data solutions.Led the HR Reporting project, migrating data and reports from multiple sources (Superannuation, Payroll, Gary's DB, and Figtree Access) to a custom .NET MVC 3 web application (HRPortal) with an Oracle database backend. Redeveloped SQL queries, refreshed and combined reports, and deployed via package or native SQL calls. UI was… Show more Collaborated with the Human Resources team to develop and support university business systems, focusing on streamlining processes and delivering data solutions.Led the HR Reporting project, migrating data and reports from multiple sources (Superannuation, Payroll, Gary's DB, and Figtree Access) to a custom .NET MVC 3 web application (HRPortal) with an Oracle database backend. Redeveloped SQL queries, refreshed and combined reports, and deployed via package or native SQL calls. UI was built using DevExpress libraries.Developed ad hoc reports for Payroll and Finance as required, delivering tailored solutions to meet ongoing business needs.Built the Broker Reports UI for the Casual Academic Hire Portal (CAHP), enabling users to monitor data output from the broker process (which passes data into Aurion). The solution, developed in .NET MVC 3 with an Oracle backend, included a UNIX script to trigger the CAHP import process through REST calls, with monitoring and status email notifications.Developed the Hearing Conservation solution from customer specifications, using .NET MVC 3 and Oracle database, ensuring the project met specific client requirements.Analysed legacy Access Database systems, assessing the workload and timelines for migrating systems to Oracle HRPortal. Converted SQL code from Access to Oracle PL/SQL to facilitate this transition. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Collaborated with the MHRT (Mental Health Review Tribunal) to develop IT solutions that support independent assessments of patients in involuntary mental health treatment within the State Health system.Developed a new patient management system using Visual Studio 2015 (C#, WPF, Entity Framework) with SQL and Oracle database integration. Implemented web service links with other Queensland Health systems and integrated Single Sign-On (SSO) via Active Directory. Modules included patient… Show more Collaborated with the MHRT (Mental Health Review Tribunal) to develop IT solutions that support independent assessments of patients in involuntary mental health treatment within the State Health system.Developed a new patient management system using Visual Studio 2015 (C#, WPF, Entity Framework) with SQL and Oracle database integration. Implemented web service links with other Queensland Health systems and integrated Single Sign-On (SSO) via Active Directory. Modules included patient information management, recurring booking coordination for patient hearings, and resource scheduling.Created a document generation engine using Docotic PDF libraries, enabling dynamic PDF creation from SQL data and XML templates for printing and distribution.Developed an online scheduling module allowing Tribunal members to submit availability electronically, streamlining the booking process for Tribunal staff.Built a database-driven index and search engine to manage redacted appeals, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.Designed and implemented an on-demand SQL reporting module, generating reports to meet legislative and senior management requirements.Developed an inter/intranet site using WordPress, with custom content management tools for managing a large library of documentation and forms. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Supported the Australian Defence Force (ADF) through BDA, providing IT solutions for military aircraft operations including fighter planes, heavy transport, surveillance craft, and drones. Responsibilities included identifying issues, recommending solutions, and overseeing implementations.Researched and sourced OCR and archiving solutions for aircraft and engineering documentation, streamlining documentation management for the business.Developed CEMLI reports for the business… Show more Supported the Australian Defence Force (ADF) through BDA, providing IT solutions for military aircraft operations including fighter planes, heavy transport, surveillance craft, and drones. Responsibilities included identifying issues, recommending solutions, and overseeing implementations.Researched and sourced OCR and archiving solutions for aircraft and engineering documentation, streamlining documentation management for the business.Developed CEMLI reports for the business transition to the Oracle ERP system, ensuring smooth integration and data migration.Created RACHEL reports to support critical business processes, providing key insights for operational efficiency.Developed an aircraft technician training module using the S1000D XML framework, leveraging HTML, JavaScript, and media objects. Successfully deployed this module for aircraft camouflage painting, which was adopted by the Commonwealth as an ongoing solution.Built a Contact Centre Management module, integrating with the PABX system to extract and report phone status information, enabling real-time monitoring of Helpdesk operations.Developed a Travel Request Management module in SharePoint, streamlining the approval process across departments, improving efficiency and transparency.Collaborated with the Operations Team to upgrade the Aurion HR System to Oracle 11G, enhancing the system's performance and reliability.Developed a Project Tracking module in SharePoint, providing senior management with visibility across projects, including integration with MET, IPPD, and other data management systems. Implemented alerts for upcoming deadlines to ensure timely project execution. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Developed customised Java UIs and branded front-end solutions for individual clients, providing access to the Adclone web portal system for managing advertising material.Created hundreds of XML template sets for advertising campaigns, enabling dynamic resizing and customisation of PDF artwork across multiple resolutions, from single-column ads to billboards.

New Zealand

Provide web hosting and web design technologies for a variety of customers in different industries. Worked closely from concept through brief to completion of web-based solutions.

New Zealand

Provided comprehensive support for Apple platforms across three campuses, including in-house hardware repairs, diagnostics, and organising external repairs and parts. Managed software testing, builds, deployments, and conducted staff training.Administered server platforms (Linux and OSX) and network equipment, ensuring smooth operations and reliability.Collaborated with the Projects Team to integrate systems with Active Directory and Novell technologies, improving campus-wide… Show more Provided comprehensive support for Apple platforms across three campuses, including in-house hardware repairs, diagnostics, and organising external repairs and parts. Managed software testing, builds, deployments, and conducted staff training.Administered server platforms (Linux and OSX) and network equipment, ensuring smooth operations and reliability.Collaborated with the Projects Team to integrate systems with Active Directory and Novell technologies, improving campus-wide infrastructure.Developed solutions for IELTS and Student Enrolment Portals, enhancing user experience and functionality.Worked with the New Technologies team, deploying cutting-edge solutions and implementing single security point access for streamlined operations. Show less

New Zealand

Provided hardware and software support to customers, including repairs, solutions, installations, and implementation of network equipment and internet solutions.Collaborated with the Newspaper Technologies team, developing key solutions for news and print operations.Developed the Reuters module for the NZ Herald, using Frontier to catalog and index incoming Reuters news images. The system loaded images and metadata into a searchable database for newspaper archiving and print… Show more Provided hardware and software support to customers, including repairs, solutions, installations, and implementation of network equipment and internet solutions.Collaborated with the Newspaper Technologies team, developing key solutions for news and print operations.Developed the Reuters module for the NZ Herald, using Frontier to catalog and index incoming Reuters news images. The system loaded images and metadata into a searchable database for newspaper archiving and print usage.Created newspaper pagination software, automating the layout of classified advertisements, including mixed column sizes and image-based ads. This solution utilised C++ and Visual Basic components to integrate with Quark XPress and Adobe Pagemaker.Built a real estate pagination solution to automate the layout of real estate listings for print production, merging database information with Quark XPress templates via a scripted interface for seamless page layout. Show less

New Zealand

Developed and maintained solutions and infrastructure to integrate technology with learning on campus, supporting both academic and administrative needs.Provided hardware and software support, including managing the Student Laptop Project to facilitate student access to technology.Developed a database to track issues and repairs, streamlining equipment maintenance and service requests.Created an asset management database to track hardware and software assets, licensing… Show more Developed and maintained solutions and infrastructure to integrate technology with learning on campus, supporting both academic and administrative needs.Provided hardware and software support, including managing the Student Laptop Project to facilitate student access to technology.Developed a database to track issues and repairs, streamlining equipment maintenance and service requests.Created an asset management database to track hardware and software assets, licensing, and equipment rental and replacement schedules.Designed teaching resources using Hypercard/Supercard and scripting tools, enhancing educational materials and delivery.Developed diagnostic and management tools with Metrowerks Codewarrior, improving system troubleshooting and performance monitoring.Implemented a dial-up bulletin board solution, allowing remote access to shared resources and enhancing campus communication. Show less

Configured customer hardware and software while providing comprehensive support, including hardware repairs such as diagnosis, modular exchanges, and component-level repairs.Developed teaching resources using Hypercard, enhancing educational content and delivery.Created database resources with FileMaker Pro, streamlining data management and accessibility for users.

Diploma Computer Science, Programming

Diploma Computer Science, Information Systems