Michael Mcrae Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Provide geological and geotechnical services within Sunwater, specifically within the Engineering and Water Resources department. The role provides expertise in the planning, safe execution of, evaluating and reporting on geological investigations for water infrastructure projects. The role also involves the mentoring and development of other members of the Geology and Geotechnical team.Key accountabilities associated with the role include;- Provide effective, detailed, state-of-the-art, geotechnical services for water related infrastructure which are high quality, economically viable and safe to undertake. - Applying relevant ANCOLD guidelines and addressing technical considerations when undertaking geotechnical/geological investigations for new and existing large dams and associated infrastructure. - Ongoing management of consultants, and liaising with stakeholders. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of geotechnical engineering technology advancements, data acquisition techniques and methods of data management, to assist in the development of new systems, methods and geotechnical investigation procedures. - Ensure the Dam Safety team and other relevant stakeholders have clear access to geological information, suitably detailed and formatted. - Provide expert geological advice for design and construction of water infrastructure projects, Seniorand Executive Management and Technical Review Panels (TRPs). - Applying geological/engineering related data gathering techniques, such as; geological mapping, borehole and test pit logging, engineering survey methods, UAV survey and inspections, petrography as well as geophysical surveys.- Analyzing geological and geophysical data and preparing geological sections and reports for project sites and assets.- Formulate representative geological and geotechnical models, using adequate data, and correctly interpreting such models based on skilled analysis using appropriate graphical and mathematical techniques.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Engineering Geologist at AECOM.Involved with multiple projects across Australia, including the following major projects:- Adani Carmichael Rail Detailed Design- NEOEN Australia Kaban Wind farm (Cairns)- ACCIONA Energy Aldoga Solar Farm (Rockhampton) Role Specifics General- Project / logistics management- Technical Field roles and analysis/reporting- Client liaison Technical - Logging and sampling of soil and rock in accordance with Australian Geotechnical Standards (AS1726)- Supervise environmental and cultural heritage surveys for land clearances with environmentalists, archaeologists and traditional owners. - Supervise Drilling and test pit operations logging and sampling as required - Conducted and participated in Geophysical Seismic surveys- Groundwater sampling- Sample preparation and photography- Site Investigation rehabilitation- Outcrop, cutting and surface geological/geotechnical Mapping - Sample management and dispatch - Insitu Testing (SPT & DCP)- Point Load testing (PLT)Software Packages * Igloo * GINT * Google Earth * Various GIS platforms * Microsoft Suite

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia

Graduate Engineering Geologist at Macquarie Geotechnical. Involved with multiple DIDO and FIFO small to large infrastructure/construction projects across NSW, ACT and VIC. Site works consisted of short to long periods both near to populated cities and in remote locations. Role dominantly consisting of site works and logistics.Role Specifics General- DIDO and FIFO - Supervision and Project management - Project / logistics management- Landholder Engagement - Geotechnical Site Works (Site Geologist)- Site Classification drilling- Augering, wash bore and diamond core drilling/off-siding experienceTechnical - Logging and sampling of soil and rock in accordance with Australian Geotechnical Standards (AS1726)- Supervised Drilling and test pit operations logging and sampling as required- Sample preparation and photography- Insitu soil Soil Testing ( Wenner Electrical Resistivity, Thermal Resistivity)- Site Investigation rehabilitation- Sample management and dispatch - Assisting Laboratory where required with material testing (MDD, HILF, CBR, PSD, ATT, PLT etc)Software Packages* GINT* Google Earth* Various GIS platforms * Microsoft SuiteMajor Projects- Inland Rail preliminary works- Glen Innes Wind Farm - Multiple Broken Hill Pavement Investigations- Canberra (HOLT) multiple TRANSGRID Power station developments- Multiple Telstra tower investigations across NSW

Brisbane, Australia (Newstead Facility)

Geotechnician at Coffeys Brisbane. Involved with multiple material testing projects within Brisbane. Works consisted primarily of laboratory testing with additional site works where required. Role Specifics General - Sample Preparation and Splitouts- Laboratory Upkeep- Sample management and dispatch- Laboratory Material Testing- Site works - Material testingMaterial Testing (Competent)- Maximum Dry Density (MDD: Standard - Type A and Type B mould and Modified compactions) - HILF Compactions- California Bearing Ratio (CBR)- Atterberg (ATT)- Plasticity Index (PI)- Unconfined Compressive Stress (UCS)- Shear Box and Triaxial testing- Particle Size Distribution (PSD)- Particle Size Analysis - Hydrometer (PSA)- Emerson Testing Site Works (Competent)- Soil Density Testing (Nuclear Gauge) - Obtain Nuclear Radiation Safety Training/Licence - Concrete Slump TestingSoftware Packages* Google Earth* Microsoft SuiteMajor Projects- Brisbane Airport Carpark- Cooroy - Coomera Pavement Investigations- Eagle Farm

Brisbane, Australia (North Lakes Facility)

Geotechnician at Chadwick Geotechnics. Involved with multiple material testing projects within Brisbane. Works consisted primarily of laboratory testing with additional site works where required. Role Specifics General - Sample Preparation and Splitouts- Laboratory Upkeep- Sample management and dispatch- Laboratory Material Testing- Site works - Material testingMaterial Testing (Competent)- Maximum Dry Density (MDD: Standard - Type A and Type B mould and Modified compactions) - HILF Compactions- California Bearing Ratio (CBR)- Atterberg (ATT)- Plasticity Index (PI)- Particle Size Distribution (PSD)- Particle Size Analysis - Hydrometer (PSA)- Emerson Testing Site Works (Competent)- Concrete Slump Testing- Pavement Defect Mapping - Pavement Test-pitting and sampling for Laboratory analysis of sub-grade materialsSoftware Packages* Google Earth* Microsoft SuiteMajor Projects- Moreton Bay Rail Extension Project (Petrie to Kippa-Ring) [Lab based) - Moreton Bay Council Pavement investigation (Field Based + Lab based)

Brisbane, Australia (Pinkenba)

Soil and Laboratory Technician at SGS. Works consisted primarily of laboratory testing.Role Specifics General - Sample Preparation and Splitouts- Laboratory Upkeep & Stocktake/ordering - Sample management and dispatch- Laboratory TestingLaboratory Testing (Competent)- Equipment Calibration (pH, turbidity etc)- Sample preparation (Soil and water samples preparation)- Particle Size Analysis - Hydrometer (PSA)- Soil and plant milling/grinding/sieving - Soil/Plant/Water digestion testing (Aquachem)- Soil physical properties testing (Textures, Colour Munsell Chart observations, Density (Wax method)- Water analysis (pH, EC, mineral compositions) - PSA's (Particle Size Analysis) - Hydrometer measurements- DI's Dispersion Index / Slaking tests- Emerson Tests- Various particle floatation tests (Zinc Chloride)Software Packages* Microsoft Suite

Brisbane, Australia (Brisbane City - Queens St Mall)

Amart All-sports Sales Assistant Role- Salesman- Stocktake Assistant - Sales floor upkeep - Intake and management of stock deliveries

Brisbane, Australia (Indooroopilly & Bellbowrie)

Salesman and Chef at McDonaldsRoles- Cook/Chef- Sales Assistant- Maintenance Manager- Stocktake supervisor- Delivery intake and distribution supervisor

Brisbane, Australia (Ashgrove)

Sales man and Mechanic at Ashgrove CyclesRoles- Salesman- Mechanic (Bicycle Repair)- Stocktake Assistant- Active member/participant of promotional days/experiences

Brisbane, Australia

Marketing Assistant at Team Cycad BrisbaneRolesMarketing assistant in Brisbane for Team Cycad which involved promoting a number of companies through various forms of media and technology.

Brisbane, Australia (Taringa)

Salesman and mechanic at Cycle Now IndooroopillyRoles- Salesman/sales assistant- Mechanic (Bicycle)- Stocktake

Masters Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General

Graduate Diploma In Management (Gdm), Accounting And Business/Management

Graduate Certificate In Management (Gcm), Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.App.Sc), Geology/Geoscience

Activities and Societies: • Natural Resource Society (Active member) • QUT Cycling (Committee Representative and active member)•.

High School, High School Certificate Of Competence Program, Op 9

Activities and Societies: • Dux of Film technology and design • Tied Dux Geology/Earth Science • Competed in various sports (Soccer.