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Hong Kong

Airworthiness Expertise:Hong Kong Safety & Risk Consulting (HSRC) provides technical support to some of the world’s best-known Aviation companies to reduce costs and increase revenues by ensuring they are in compliance with EASA and FAA Continuing Airworthiness requirements. The services HSRC provides include:Certification services for EASA Part-145 Approved Maintenance Organisations (AMO), EASA Part-M Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations (CAMO), and FAA Part 145 Repair… Show more Airworthiness Expertise:Hong Kong Safety & Risk Consulting (HSRC) provides technical support to some of the world’s best-known Aviation companies to reduce costs and increase revenues by ensuring they are in compliance with EASA and FAA Continuing Airworthiness requirements. The services HSRC provides include:Certification services for EASA Part-145 Approved Maintenance Organisations (AMO), EASA Part-M Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations (CAMO), and FAA Part 145 Repair Stations;Safety Management System assessments; EASA Part-145, EASA Part-M, and FAA Part 145 compliance audits;Authoring of EASA Part-145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE), EASA Part-M Continuing Airworthiness Management Exposition (CAME), and FAA Part 145 Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual, and Training Program Manual.Regulatory Training Solutions:- EASA compliant regulatory training Part-M, Part-21, Part-145.- FAA compliant regulatory training Part 21, Part-39, Part 43, Part 145. - Human Factors.- Fatigue Risk Management.- Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS).- Fuel Tank Safety (FTS).- Quality Auditing.- Logistics & Stores Inspection.- Aircraft Technical Records.- Maintenance Planning.- Production Planning.- Safety Management Systems.- Technical English for AMO/Repair Stations. Show less

France

In my current role as an Approved Contractor Consultant Training, Organization (ORG) and Airworthiness (AIR) expert, I have provided on-site and back-office technical support for Indonesia Directorate General of Civil Aviation Department of Airworthiness and Aircraft Operations (Indonesia DGCA DAAO), and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) under the contractual requirements of AIRBUS International Safety Programme support for CAAs. I analyzed the job descriptions and… Show more In my current role as an Approved Contractor Consultant Training, Organization (ORG) and Airworthiness (AIR) expert, I have provided on-site and back-office technical support for Indonesia Directorate General of Civil Aviation Department of Airworthiness and Aircraft Operations (Indonesia DGCA DAAO), and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) under the contractual requirements of AIRBUS International Safety Programme support for CAAs. I analyzed the job descriptions and training needs of Indonesia DGCA DAAO and CAAP aviation safety inspectors and identified areas to improve to create a competency-based training program. My goal is to improve efficiency and reduce the number of required training materials needed to train aviation safety inspectors. In addition, I created a Document Management System for the CAAP. Some of my accomplishments in this role include:For Indonesia DGCA and CAA Philippines civil aviation safety inspectors (CASI): Ensured that Organizational structures met ICAO compliance guidelines and leveraged expertise to make suggestions to management during the transition process. Improved the quality of recruits by verifying CASI Job Descriptions and ensured they aligned with ICAO recommended practices. Performed a Training Needs Analysis for Airworthiness, Cabin Safety, Flight Operations, Personnel Licensing and Dangerous Goods CASI, and developed a new competency-based training program that met ICAO standards and recommendations. For CAA Philippines organization: Developed a Document Management System (DMS) encompassing all departments for documents and records (excluding CASORT), including developing a DMS database, and the authoring of a DMS Manual. Show less

Guyancourt, Île-De-France, France

As an Approved Contractor Consultant Training Expert for Egis Aviation, I have provided on-site EASA Compliant Aviation Regulatory Training for COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 1321/2014 Annex I (Part-M), Annex II (Part-145), Annex III (Part-66) and Annex IV (Part-147), and Audit Techniques (Airworthiness) training to Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors from Maldives Civil Aviation Authority, and personnel from Trans Maldivian Airways, Island Aviation Services Ltd., Manta Air, Villa Air, and the… Show more As an Approved Contractor Consultant Training Expert for Egis Aviation, I have provided on-site EASA Compliant Aviation Regulatory Training for COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 1321/2014 Annex I (Part-M), Annex II (Part-145), Annex III (Part-66) and Annex IV (Part-147), and Audit Techniques (Airworthiness) training to Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors from Maldives Civil Aviation Authority, and personnel from Trans Maldivian Airways, Island Aviation Services Ltd., Manta Air, Villa Air, and the Asian Academy of Aeronautics. Show less

Hong Kong

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is a global and professional Aviation Consulting and Training Company providing services for Airlines, MRO’s and Ground Operations Support companies. The company’s trainers are qualified and experienced UK and European Nationals who are competent and motivated to deliver the best service on behalf of SAS and for the Customer. Benefiting from a broad industry experience, the company works closely with clients to deliver high-quality EASA, FAA and UAE GCAA… Show more Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is a global and professional Aviation Consulting and Training Company providing services for Airlines, MRO’s and Ground Operations Support companies. The company’s trainers are qualified and experienced UK and European Nationals who are competent and motivated to deliver the best service on behalf of SAS and for the Customer. Benefiting from a broad industry experience, the company works closely with clients to deliver high-quality EASA, FAA and UAE GCAA regulatory compliant training courses as well as vocational courses. Clients include many major airlines and MRO including Emirates Airlines, AirAsia Berhard and ST Aerospace.As Technical Instructor, I provide EASA and FAA regulatory training on behalf of SAS including Part 145, Part 21, Part M, Human Factors, Fatigue Risk Management, EWIS, FTS, Auditing, Logistics & Stores Inspection, and Safety Management Systems. In addition to delivering training, I author regulatory training materials for SAS. Show less

Hong Kong

International Aviation Safety (IAS) is an independent company specialized in aviation assisting customers to ensure safety is the result of structured, efficient and monitored processes, compliant with international regulations.IAS is based in Hong Kong and Europe operating a network of recognized and qualified auditors and experts in the main countries of Asia.IAS is a member of Worms Safety’s alliance of companies dedicated to designing risk management solutions involving Testing… Show more International Aviation Safety (IAS) is an independent company specialized in aviation assisting customers to ensure safety is the result of structured, efficient and monitored processes, compliant with international regulations.IAS is based in Hong Kong and Europe operating a network of recognized and qualified auditors and experts in the main countries of Asia.IAS is a member of Worms Safety’s alliance of companies dedicated to designing risk management solutions involving Testing, Inspection and Certification Services with more than 1,000 experts in Asia.As a Senior Training and AIR Expert for IAS, I have provided on-site and back-office technical support to the Indonesia DGCA Department of Airworthiness and Aircraft Operations (DAAO) for the development of a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for DAAO Safety Inspector’s for the Sub-Directorates of Airworthiness, Flight Operations, Personnel Licensing and Standardization. The TNA included ensuring Inspector Job Descriptions, required Competencies, Training Topics and the Initial and Recurrent Training Programme aligned with ICAO recommended practices.In addition, I have compiled a number of technical reports to assist other IAS Experts engaged in projects for the CAA Nepal and Cambodia Airlines. Show less

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. As Risk & Safety Manager, I reported directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As the Nominated Post Holder for… Show more Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. As Risk & Safety Manager, I reported directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As the Nominated Post Holder for Aviation Safety my responsibilities included Aviation Safety, Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). I developed a framework to integrate individual Aviation Safety Management System (ASMS), OSH Safety Management System (OSHSMS) and Risk Management System (RMS) as a single integrated Safety Management System (iSMS). This helped to develop a sustainable safety culture across the business. Show less

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. As Enterprise Risk Manager, I reported to the Quality & Improvement Manager with responsibility to further enhance the Safety… Show more Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. As Enterprise Risk Manager, I reported to the Quality & Improvement Manager with responsibility to further enhance the Safety Management System (SMS) and the Risk & Business Continuity programs including Emergency Response and Crisis Management.I lead a team of Risk Leaders and Risk Practitioners to further develop Risk & Safety Management across the business.In this position, I:Authored Company Policy & Procedures for Risk Management, Business Continuity, Emergency Response and Crisis Management,Lead the Risk function to achieve a Rolls-Royce Risk Maturity Level 3 Accreditation (to measure the maturity level of Enterprise Risk Management, Rolls-Royce uses a rating system with five levels. A target level of 3 was set by Rolls-Royce as being representative of a business process that goes beyond simple compliance using advanced methods and training),Delivered Risk & Safety training across the business at all levels,Gained Rolls-Royce Risk Facilitator accreditation to facilitate risk review meetings globally across the Rolls-Royce business, andDeveloped and embedded a Safety Management System strategy throughout the business. Show less

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. I reported to the Quality Assurance Manager and had joint responsibility for assuring the Quality Management System… Show more Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) is a joint venture company between Rolls-Royce plc and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (HAECO). The company provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft. I reported to the Quality Assurance Manager and had joint responsibility for assuring the Quality Management System complied with all National Aviation Authority (NAA) approvals and industry certifications held by the Company.I lead a team of Quality Assurance Surveyors, Administrators and Technical Publications staff.I actively supported and influenced operations for the Repair & Overhaul of Rolls-Royce large-fan commercial aircraft engines.In this position, I:Championed a project using Continuous Improvement Lean initiatives to re-engineer the process of monitoring and tracking Commercial Purchasing,Authored Company Policy and Procedures for the implementation of a Safety Management System to meet Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department CAD712 requirements,Authored the Company’s FAA Training Programme Manual,Lead and facilitated teams to apply Continuous Improvement to existing Value Stream core processes;Implemented an electronic Process Audit checklist, andLead a Continuous Improvement Lean project to improve the Company Training Programme to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements. Show less

Hong Kong

As Quality Manager, I reported directly to the Accountable Manager and was his Nominated Post Holder to the National Aviation Authorities (NAA’s) for Quality & Aviation Safety. I had executive responsibility for assuring the Quality Management System complied with all Aviation regulatory approvals and industry certifications held by the Company. In addition, I actively supported Operations for Repair & Overhaul of Aircraft Wheels, Brakes and Carbon re-machining through leadership of… Show more As Quality Manager, I reported directly to the Accountable Manager and was his Nominated Post Holder to the National Aviation Authorities (NAA’s) for Quality & Aviation Safety. I had executive responsibility for assuring the Quality Management System complied with all Aviation regulatory approvals and industry certifications held by the Company. In addition, I actively supported Operations for Repair & Overhaul of Aircraft Wheels, Brakes and Carbon re-machining through leadership of Lean events and Continuous Improvement initiatives. I completely re-wrote the Company Quality System Policy and Procedures to achieve compliance to certification held.In this position, I:Obtained EASA Part 145 certification,Implemented Hong Kong CAD-712 requirements for Safety Management Systems,Integrated ISO:14001 Environmental Management System and OSHAS:18001 Occupational Safety & Health System,Established a Web-based Corrective Action Report recording & tracking system for Corrective Actions & Preventative Action (CAPA),Authored U.S. DOT 14 CFR Part 145 Training Manual including creating all Employee Training Programs related to Quality and Maintenance,Instructed training for Aviation Safety, Inspection, Quality and Human Factors,Championed numerous Lean events,Implemented a computer-based Tool & Equipment Calibration scheduling & tracking system, andImplemented a Maintenance Error Management System (MEMS) and Internal Occurrence Reporting (IOR). Show less

Philippines

Rolls-Royce Engine Services Limitada Inc. (RRESLI) was located at Clark Economic Zone in the Philippines as a Rolls-Royce Model 250 Engine Repair & Test facility.Reporting to the Director of Quality & Process Excellence - Rolls-Royce Engine Services Oakland (RRESO), I was responsible for the Quality Management System and Inspection System. This included the following:Planning and implementing Inspection and Quality standards, methods and procedures to comply with all applicable… Show more Rolls-Royce Engine Services Limitada Inc. (RRESLI) was located at Clark Economic Zone in the Philippines as a Rolls-Royce Model 250 Engine Repair & Test facility.Reporting to the Director of Quality & Process Excellence - Rolls-Royce Engine Services Oakland (RRESO), I was responsible for the Quality Management System and Inspection System. This included the following:Planning and implementing Inspection and Quality standards, methods and procedures to comply with all applicable Aviation regulations and manufacturer requirements,Authoring all Company Policy and Procedure manuals,Maintaining the Technical Library for all Technical and Airworthiness Data,Performing internal Quality Audits and supplier / vendor audits,Maintaining a Tool & Equipment Calibration schedule,Managing the Stores Inspection & Logistics function,Official Company representative for the assurance of Quality & Inspection, Primary liaison with all National Aviation Authorities (FAA, CAAP [Philippines], DCA Malaysia, CAAT [Thailand], DGAC Indonesia, and Korea CASA,Prime contact with the Manufacturer and Regulatory Authorities for all Technical Variances,Delivering training programs for Quality, Safety, Human Factors and Process Excellence,Authorised Signatory for Return-to-Service, andPrimary liaison with Customers for any Quality issue. Show less

Hong Kong

In 1996 a Joint Venture (JV) agreement was formed between Rolls-Royce and HAECO. Established on January 1st 1997 and officially opened in September 1997, HAESL became an Engine Test & Repair facility located in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong. Promoted to this position, my responsibilities included managing 10 work centres - Combustion Liner Repair, Composite Repair, Hand-Rework, Chemical & Metallurgy Laboratory, Plating Shop, Sheet-Metal, Thermal Spray, Tube Repair & Pressure Test, Waste… Show more In 1996 a Joint Venture (JV) agreement was formed between Rolls-Royce and HAECO. Established on January 1st 1997 and officially opened in September 1997, HAESL became an Engine Test & Repair facility located in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong. Promoted to this position, my responsibilities included managing 10 work centres - Combustion Liner Repair, Composite Repair, Hand-Rework, Chemical & Metallurgy Laboratory, Plating Shop, Sheet-Metal, Thermal Spray, Tube Repair & Pressure Test, Waste Treatment Plant and Welding. My team of 72 staff performed Component Repair of Rolls-Royce RB211-524, 535, Trent 700 and Trent 800 aero engines.In this position I established the following:Tool & Equipment Calibration capability with Statistical Process Control (SPC) monitoring to reduce costs by 40%,Metallurgical Evaluation capability resulting in 100% improvements for lead time for the sentencing of Welder Test samples, Thermal Spray coating qualification, Sintering processes and paint sample evaluation,High Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) Thermal Spray capability,Dabber Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding capability andAn Enterprise Forms Manual to reduce the number of forms in circulation by 40%.As well as:Authoring and delivering Component Repair Skills Training,Implementing and driving Cellular Repair concepts to yield reductions of 40% reduction in turn-time and 30% for repair costs,Coordinating and managing equipment transfer from Kai Tak to Tseung Kwan O,Leading and coordinating the implementation of a company-wide Occupational Safety & Health training scheme,Performing the additional duties of Deputy Quality Assurance Manager (DQAM) andChairing and managing a programme to standardise 16 Departmental Engineering Procedures Manuals which was key to the Company gaining ISO9001 certification. Show less

Hong Kong

With the experience gained in working with local staff in the Machine Shop, I was selected to influence and build-up this section to introduce new repair processes. The Welding function had 8 work centres (Combustion Liner Repair, Hand Rework, Heat Treatment, Chemical Laboratory, Plating, Sheet Metal, Thermal Spray and Welding). My 90-staff performed Component Repair of Rolls-Royce RB211-524, 535, Trent 700, and V2500 aero engines.I valued being granted the opportunity in this position… Show more With the experience gained in working with local staff in the Machine Shop, I was selected to influence and build-up this section to introduce new repair processes. The Welding function had 8 work centres (Combustion Liner Repair, Hand Rework, Heat Treatment, Chemical Laboratory, Plating, Sheet Metal, Thermal Spray and Welding). My 90-staff performed Component Repair of Rolls-Royce RB211-524, 535, Trent 700, and V2500 aero engines.I valued being granted the opportunity in this position as it enabled me to gain a thorough understanding of specialised repair processes such as Vacuum Brazing, Sintering, Electro-Chemical Plating and many others.My team also assisted Base Maintenance Sheet Metal and Airframe Structural Repairs when these required the support of specialised skilled technicians for Drilling and Reaming operations. Show less

Hong Kong

HAECO is a leading Aircraft Engineering and Maintenance service provider in the world, recognised for its technical expertise and operational excellence. Comprising of 17 operating subsidiaries and Joint Venture (JV) companies around the world, together they ensure the Safety, Quality and Reliability of aircraft fleets through services that include airframe and line maintenance, cabin reconfiguration, inventory technical management and more.This was my specific entry to the aviation… Show more HAECO is a leading Aircraft Engineering and Maintenance service provider in the world, recognised for its technical expertise and operational excellence. Comprising of 17 operating subsidiaries and Joint Venture (JV) companies around the world, together they ensure the Safety, Quality and Reliability of aircraft fleets through services that include airframe and line maintenance, cabin reconfiguration, inventory technical management and more.This was my specific entry to the aviation industry. My broad machining skills and experience supervising Foreign Nationals provided the knowledge and competence to manage 9 work sections (EDM, Shot Peening, Grinding, Horizontal Boring, Jig Boring, Milling, Turning, Thermal Spray, and Vertical Boring). These 9 work sections comprised of 110 staff performing Component Repair of Rolls-Royce RB211-524, 535, Trent 700, and V2500 aero engines, and fabrication / modification of various airframe structure for large commercial aircraft.Additionally, my staff were called upon to support Base Maintenance for specific operations such as Boeing 747 Section 41 Modification; Repair & Modification of Pylon Spring Beams, Spars, Drag Struts and other structural airframe parts for Lockheed Tristar L1011, Boeing 747, Airbus A300/A310 type aircraft as well as involvement with surface treatment for aging aircraft.Achievements included the introduction of CNC ‘Creep-Feed’ surface grinding for Turbine Blade Seal Fin repairs; CNC Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) capability for Annular and Segment Honeycomb Seal components resulting in up to 30% cost and turn-time reductions. Show less

Libya

The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) is an oil company based in Benghazi, Libya engaged in crude oil and natural gas exploration, production and refining. It is a subsidiary of the state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC).Agoco has upstream operations in eight oil fields, including Sarir, Messla, Nafoora, Beda and Hammada. The company also operates an oil terminal and a refinery in Tobruk and Sarir.I was based in the Sahara-desert at Hammada responsible for hands-on… Show more The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) is an oil company based in Benghazi, Libya engaged in crude oil and natural gas exploration, production and refining. It is a subsidiary of the state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC).Agoco has upstream operations in eight oil fields, including Sarir, Messla, Nafoora, Beda and Hammada. The company also operates an oil terminal and a refinery in Tobruk and Sarir.I was based in the Sahara-desert at Hammada responsible for hands-on supervision of expatriate and local staff performing workshop Repair & Maintenance and on-site Preventative Maintenance of rotating equipment; SOLAR gas turbines and diesel-powered electricity generating sets. In addition to training and coaching local staff in machining and fitting skills, I established, installed and Tested & Commissioned equipment for Dynamic Balancing, Lapping, Diesel Injection Pump Calibration & Heavy Lathe Machining. Show less

Bradwell, Derbyshire, England

Newburgh Engineering Company Limited is an ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 accredited contract manufacturer of precision engineering components and assemblies ranging across all sectors, specialising in Defence, Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Nuclear industries.I completed a 4-year Apprenticeship in conjunction with the UK Engineering Industry Training Board (EITB). In my final Apprenticeship year, I specialised in Universal Milling. During my time with Newburgh, I gained competence in… Show more Newburgh Engineering Company Limited is an ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 accredited contract manufacturer of precision engineering components and assemblies ranging across all sectors, specialising in Defence, Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Nuclear industries.I completed a 4-year Apprenticeship in conjunction with the UK Engineering Industry Training Board (EITB). In my final Apprenticeship year, I specialised in Universal Milling. During my time with Newburgh, I gained competence in operating a range of conventional and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines including Centre Lathes, Universal Milling, Horizontal Boring, Shaping, Planing, Pillar Drills, Radial Arm Drills and Horizontal Machining Centres. Show less

Project Management

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Mechanical Engineering, City & Guilds Part Two

The Sheffield College is a Further Education (FE) college in Sheffield, England. It was formed by the merger of six FE colleges in 1993.

'O' Levels

Now a Secondary Comprehensive school with its name changed to Lady Manners School, it has its roots going back to 20 May 1636 when Grace.