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Adelaide, SA, AU

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

South Australia, Australia

Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Strategically planned and executed a MTM's Technical Maintenance Plan for the overhead power system, effectively managing scope, scheduling, and critical interfaces to optimize resource utilisation and minimise risks.
• Directed a critical assets maintenance program, navigating complex environments to address overdue tasks and enhance network reliability, culminating in substantial improvements in system capability.
• Championed the development of a $20M business case for the Bonomi FCS critical works program, resulting in the replacement of over 2000+ high-risk assets and mitigating major overhead system failures.
• Led recovery efforts in the aftermath of high-impact network faults, demonstrating adept crisis management skills and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
• Stepped in as Acting Maintenance Manager during leadership absences, maintaining operational continuity and upholding performance standards.
• Transformed team culture, fostering openness, safety, and collaboration among 48 staff to drive operational excellence and enhance overall staff outcomes.

Melbourne, Australia

• Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to optimise network performance and efficiency, leveraging data analytics to drive operational improvements.
• Developed and implemented a robust Annual Performance Improvement Plan, aligning with organisational objectives and contractual requirements to enhance service delivery.
• Produced insightful and succinct weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc performance reports and presentations for key stakeholders, including MTM Executives, State Government Officials, and the board, distilling complex network.
• Spearheaded initiatives that led to significant cost and performance improvements for MTM through enhanced operational response to Trespasser and Ill Passenger incidents, and by fostering improved communication.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

MTM provided me with the opportunity to work across multiple areas of the business to develop an understanding of how an urban railway system functions. This included time spent in the following areas: - Projects - as part of the Level Crossing Removal Program at Caulfield to Dandenong;- Engineering - in the Track and Structures Engineering team, primarily.

Dandenong

• Contributed to the strategic development of the Dandenong South business hub by evaluating pertinent traffic criteria, and tailoring development proposals to enhance traffic flows.
• Successfully managed the Local Area Road Safety Improvement Program, implementing targeted road safety treatments across local council streets and precincts.
• Evaluated development plans and master plans for major residential, commercial, and industrial projects, focusing on transportation and traffic elements to ensure seamless integration with existing environments.
• Produced the comprehensive Dandenong Creek Flood Management engineering report, leveraging advanced modelling software and AutoCAD to design effective flood management solutions.
• Formulated innovative car parking and precinct strategy plans to optimise business area functionality and bolster local business trading.

• Conducted traffic volume counts and compiled traffic accident data to improve road safety and overall efficiency.
• Advised managerial staff about design, construction and program modifications.
• Assisted with the design and implementation of local area traffic management devices and strategies.
• Worked closely with Council's Disability Planning Officer to design and construct DDA compliant access to footpaths and buildings from Council parking areas.
• Managed the transport department’s customer request program, ensuring the timely completion of incoming tasks.
• Assisted in analysing residential, industrial and commercial development plans submitted to Council.

Executive Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Civil Engineering, Upper Second Class Honours

Investigate Rail Safety Incidents (Icam), Rail Safety

Frontline Management And Leadership, Organizational Leadership

Diploma Of Leadership And Management, Organizational Leadership