Nil Desperandum - Australia's Finest Rum and Sunshine & Sons - The Coast Spirit are exquisite hand-crafted spirits which capture the spirit of Queensland’s Sunshine State in small batch and limited-edition productions. Among the company’s popular Sunshine & Sons core range, are Original Dry Gin with native Australian botanicals, Original Pot Distilled Vodka filtered over Sunshine Coast volcanic rocks, Original Cane distilled from Maroochy River sugarcane, uniquely Queensland Pineapple Parfait Gin, Our Hero Mr Barista – the perfect accompaniment for an Espresso Martini, and our very smooth and popular Barrel Aged Gin and Barrel Aged Vodka. On Tuesday (the 2nd day of the week) the 22nd of February (the 2nd month) 2022 at 2:22pm we released a limited edition of 476 bottles of Nil Desperandum 'FIRST'. Australia's very first certified organic molasses rum.During 2022 we will continue to expand production and our facilities to keep pace with incredible demand and we are poised to launch even more enticing small batch and limited edition spirits.We believe that success is a journey best shared, and our products and brand proudly reflect our Sunshine State, Australia origins. Flavours derived from local produce and environment, labels that are unmistakably Queensland with a twist, and inspiration drawn from close collaborations with local producers, local legends, great causes and communities who together are the special blend that make the Sunshine Coast.

Managed the Aviation Services revenue stream including aerodrome management, aircraft and engine acquisition, aircraft and parts sales and leasing. Alliance is the world's largest operator and owner of Fokker aircraft. The domestic and charter airline operates a fleet of Embraer 190ER jets, Fokker 100 jets, Fokker 70 long range jets and Fokker 50 turboprop aircraft.

Responsible for all engineering and maintenance activities including the June 2013 transition of Alliance Airlines CAR30 Certificate of Approval to a CASR Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation.

Providing aviation consultancy services to airlines, airports, government and private sector clients. Scope included Regulatory compliance, Safety Management Systems, Transport Security Programs, Strategy, Contracts, Employee engagement, Business development, Mergers and acquisitions, Aircraft acquisition, leasing and disposal.

Supporting the entry into service and continued operations of Bombardier Dash 8 Q300 and Q400 aircraft. Assignments included Technical Help Desk (Toronto, Canada), Porter Airlines (Toronto, Canada), Air Nelson (Nelson, New Zealand), PAL Express (Manila, Philippines)

Line Maintenance Manager with responsibility for Maintenance Watch on 48 aircraft at 12 locations throughout Australasia including overseeing all line maintenance activities and management of 240 personnel. Additional responsibility for client liaison regarding engineering issues and solutions.

Managing a team of technical specialists maximising operational and technical availability and capability of 50 company aircraft located at multiple locations throughout Australasia. Additional responsibility for liaison with clients, management and internal departments regarding engineering issues and solutions.

Responsible for airworthiness of aviation assets including 2 x Boeing 727, 13 x BAe146/RJ and 2 x De Havilland Dash 8 aircraft. Leadership of line maintenance base including personnel, administration and engineering services delivery.

Responsibility for engineering integrity and operation of 2 x De Havilland Dash 8 and 1 x Embraer EMB120 aircraft. Additional responsibility for continued airworthiness of 16 x Metro 23, B200 x Kingair and Cessna 441 aircraft. Addition responsibilities to including Shift Supervisor and acting Chief Engineer.

Senior Engineer responsible for line rectification, supervision, coordination and certification of DE Havilland DHC-8, DHC-6, Dornier 228, B200 Kingair, and B1900D maintenance in a regional airline environment. Particular emphasis on purchase and introduction into service of 2 x Dash 8 DHC-8-102 (first of type) and four Twin Otter DHC-6-300 ex Norontair (additional). Concurrent return to manufacturer and completion of operating leases of 6 x Dornier DO228-212 aircraft.

Employed as contract Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer providing line and heavy maintenance on Dash 8 DHC-8 and Shorts SD-360 aircraft in a feeder airline environment. Simultaneously undertook additional contract employment with Royal Flying Doctors, Lloyd Helicopter, Yungur Aviation.

Employed as an Inspector primarily involved with PT6A & amp; PW100 heavy maintenance and line rectification.

Employed as a Trainee Aircraft Maintenance Engineer undertaking specialised third party maintenance of general aviation aircraft and engines.