Nick Takos Email & Phone Number

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

As an innovative and strategic leader in smart city solutions, I leverage Ausgrid's infrastructure to unlock critical data insights for organisations. My focus is driving informed urban decision-making, optimising resource allocation, and advancing smart cities' sustainable development goals. By capturing and providing the right data, I aim to support the development of smarter, more efficient cities.

- Driving Digital Innovation through Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning- Leveraging technology to develop proof-of-concept solutions that address Government challenges. - Cultivating Innovation in the workplace- Unlocking value in Data through Insights and Actions- Integrating emerging technologies into smart city designs- Delivering Smart City solutions across Local Government Areas- Design innovative challenges across the organisation to improve and enhance the performance and experiences internally and externally

Sydney, Australia

Developed the Innovation Strategy to support Council’s 2050 vision.Developed Smart City roadmap that aligns to NSW Gov Smart Places Strategy.Delivered a series of Smart Cities Initiatives aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.Achievements include:• Conceptualise, prototype and deliver the Smart Cities “ChillOut” Hub that reduce urban heat islands in strategic centres, whilst activating areas and providing IoT solutions to benefit Council and the community.• Fostered a partnership with Victorian Universities to develop a thermal comfort travelling route network, which can model the most comfortable route to a planned destination on the road network. The platform will enable local governments to communicate the benefits of greening and to enable active travellers to move in comfort and safety.• Actively contributed to establishing the NSW Government's Internet of Things (IoT) policy.• Participated in a co-design workshop for the NSW Dept. of Industry, Innovation & Science in establishing solutions to encourage future collaboration between SMEs & Universities.• Co-designed Council masterplans for Mortdale, Olds Park and Jubilee Stadium to enhance Smart City footprint.• Manage and deliver work streams within Smart City programs - from strategy through to solution implementation.• Developed collaborative relationships with lead partners and vendors• Undertook community discovery and consultation engagement.• Collaboration with Tel-Aviv for knowledge exchange and digital framework establishment.• Fostered partnerships with a fleet utilising IoT technology for proactive service requests.• Co-working collaboratively with Sustainability & Waste teams in developing initiatives for reducing Urban Heat Island effects through misting structures and greening areas through the 5 million trees grant which aims to enhance walkability and promote healthy living.

Sydney, Australia

•Managing operational quality, growth and resources in Software Development, Apps and websites.•Stakeholder and Vendor management locally and Internationally•Identify and drive process and business improvements across the organization through Lean Six Sigma & ITIL practices•End to end accountability of product development and deployment.•Product Management of B2B Turn-key projects•Lead knowledge management across the business area including process, standards and operating efficiencies•Maintaining and updating the operating and engagement model within the business.•Support internal stakeholders and teams to work with a strong sense of urgency in meeting deadlines, ensuring team work well under pressure•Contributing to setting and delivery of all aspects of the operations strategy, plan, objectives and budget.•Experience and knowledge with Python, SOLR, MongoDB, Cherry.py, Unity, and Managed Services including AWS product suites.http://bit.ly/GoLgame

Sydney, Australia

Lead end-to-end program management, from planning to delivery.•Define program scope, goals, and success criteria•Utilise Agile, and Scrum methodologies•Develop Service Management processes, procedures and policies.•Establish mechanisms for monitoring performance and compliance, and drive continuous improvement through analytics •Manage the performance of services through agreed metrics and KPIs. •Support and commit to continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma methodology•Escalation Management Point - resolution of all escalations and solutions to customer satisfaction.•Work with peers and participate in the development of teamwork and cross-departmental development plans.•Mentor and provide guidance to junior program managers and team members•Facilitate decision-making and problem-solving

Sydney, Australia

Accountable for managing 14 direct reports that focused on establishing International carriers services on to the Optus network in establishing a presence in Australia.

Sydney, Australia

Managing a team of 13 network engineers focusing on the migration of fixed and wireless services on to the Optus network

Lean Six Sigma, Project Management

Develop the technical expertise to lead business improvement initiatives, increase productivity and deliver real commercial outcomes..

Management Essentials

Design, direct, and shape organizational processes Influence the context and environment in which decisions get made Implement strategies.

Project Management Practice

The Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) is the premier, longest-serving body for project management in Australia..