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Auckland, New Zealand

• Responsible for civil & track work scopes, engineering & design input, change requests required and quality assurance. AMR, RNGIM Projects (2019 – 2023) & RNR Project (2023 – current).
• Responsible for asset management of a section of Auckland Metro Track (2019 – 2023)
• Management of track, civils and structures assets in the field.
• Monitor effectiveness of engineering standard requirements and safety cases to provide assurance on compliance
• Creates the work bank plan and work orders to support the delivery of KPI's in asset management and business plans.
• Provides technical advice to the Production and Delivery Team.

• Skill Development: Focused on enhancing English language proficiency and acquiring advanced Project Management skills through structured study programs.
• Professional Networking: Actively engaged with industry professionals and institutions to stay informed about global advancements in civil/rail engineering and project management practices

Mozambique

• Managed the railway materials supply for a major infrastructure project in Mozambique and Malawi involving the construction of 230 km (greenfield) and the rehabilitation of 682 km (brownfield) of railway lines. The.
• Ensured the successful delivery of all rail supplies for the construction of the railway lines in lower operating costs.
• Prepared and reviewed logistics proposals, technical documents for tender, calculation of quantities, cost estimates and project specifications
• Performed contractor monitoring and handled onsite project management activities.
• Leaded and trained 30+ contractors and Vale personnel.
• Controlled the production and quality of all rail supplies.

Mozambique

• Managed part of the construction and all materials supply for a major infrastructure project in Mozambique and Malawi involving the construction of 230 km (greenfield) and the rehabilitation of 682 km (brownfield) of.
• Implemented the railway superstructure and infrastructure in compliance with engineering standards, specifications, the agreed scope, budget, time frame.
• Assisted the Construction Manager in performing and/or co-ordinating the planning, monitoring, analysis and evaluation of the track designs to effectively address track design, construction, interface and maintenance.
• Supported the Construction Manager in managing track engineering staff and consultants engaged to provide specialized track design and verification.
• Provided guidance and support to Engineers and Technicians in the performance of daily work activities.
• Reviewed and/or prepared various reports and other correspondence related to project technical issues, witnessing and/or coordinating tests and inspections of the trackwork components and systems, and evaluating their.

São Luís Area, Brazil

• Performed the review and approval of conceptual and detailed designs of 02 rolling stock maintenance facility, rail welding plant and new rail lines for the duplication of Carajas Railroad (892 km) in Brazil within.
• Reviewed the project specifications to ascertain accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinated the project meeting with intern clients, planning and designers and provided inputs.
• Provided engineering support for the hiring process of contractors.
• Planned and reported all progress of the processes and activities to the director’s board.

São Luís E Região, Brazil

• Performed the review and approval of 84 designs of railway infrastructure including slope stability, earthwork, drainage and superstructure of the Carajás Railroad (892 km) within engineering standards, specifications.
• Participated in, and contributed to the development of Failure Mode Effects Analysis (Risk assessment) in order to prioritize designs and construction activities for monitoring or auditing efforts.
• Provided engineering support for the hiring process of contractors.
• Facilitated and attended technical and/or progress meetings as required and reviewed progress reports

Fortaleza E Região, Brazil

• Managed the maintenance of the railway section of 556 km in the Northeast of Brazil. Highlights and responsabilities:
• Reviewed and developed the existing preventive maintenance plan, reducing the index of railway accidents by 85%.
• Increased the speed of the trains in the railway lines (556 km) by 75%, with a high level of safety standards.
• Performed the maintenance of superstructure (track maintenance), infrastructure (earthwork and drainage) and structures (steel and concrete).
• Implemented the railway upgrade of 600 km.
• Leaded and trained 120+ contractors and Transnordestina personnel.

Bachelor Of Civil Engineering

Certificate Iv In Project Management

Diploma In Project Management