Richard Mcgrath

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Manager Projects and Services at Powertx @ Powertx Pty Ltd
West Mackay, QLD, AU
Richard Mcgrath's Location
West Mackay, Queensland, Australia, Australia
About Richard Mcgrath

My extensive experience working in a fast paced hazardous environment within a multifaceted team has developed my professional competencies into an open minded, team focused team member with a can do attitude having a high attention to detail and would be happy to contribute my previous experience towards achieving productive and safe project outcomes.

Richard Mcgrath's Current Company Details
Powertx Pty Ltd

Powertx Pty Ltd

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Manager Projects and Services at Powertx
West Mackay, QLD, AU
Website:
powertx.com.au
Employees:
11
Richard Mcgrath Work Experience Details
  • Powertx Pty Ltd
    Manager Projects And Services At Powertx
    Powertx Pty Ltd
    West Mackay, Qld, Au
  • Powertx Pty Ltd
    Manager Projects & Services At Powertx
    Powertx Pty Ltd Jun 2018 - Present
    Queensland, Australia
  • Downer Infrastructure West
    E&I Eeha Qa/Qc Tech Services Test Pack Coordinator At Wheatstone Lng
    Downer Infrastructure West Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
    Wheatstone Lng Project - Onslow
    • Test Pack Coordinator - E & I, EEHA• Reporting to the QA/QC Manager & Liaising with Technical Services & Construction Teams to prioritise subsystem completions requirements• Manage update of test packs and drawings related to (Site Instructions, Field Change Design, NCR'S & Punchlist items)• Compile test packs for review, approval & manage test pack dissemination to key construction & completions personnel• Analysing data to identify scope of work requirements on the Wheatstone Project Management Database System and identify any potential shortfalls• ITR Data base entry and update for Instrumentation, Equipment and Cables• Request ITR’s for SSRS & Completions Module Database from key Bechtel personnel• Extrapolating relevant information from excel spread sheets utilising V Lookup’s • Update system with unscheduled additions • Identify Potential engineering issues and ensure all documentation has been amended • Compile and disseminate calibration work packs
  • Lend Lease
    Sales Business Development Manager
    Lend Lease Jan 2011 - Sep 2015
    Mackay- Bowen Basin- Central Queensland
    • Develop a business capability statement in line with the core business activities.• Identify potential new market opportunities for core business activities including new industries and geographical segments e.g. Gas & Renewable Industries and innovative emerging technologies.• Manage the project pipeline in line with defined monthly turnover targets.• Forecast the cost falling on the project in line with the project pipeline forecasted weighted value• Review of client commercial documentation and liaise with the internal legal team on any potential departures• Continuously source sustainable opportunities that would allow us to partner with opportunistic companies to offer a synergistic total solution ensuring a better success rate.• Seek and identify appropriate Sales & BD opportunities for Lend Lease Services- i.Power Solutions/ Power /Engineering/ Automation & the greater Lend Lease in line with agreed strategy.• Preparation of monthly Sales & BD reports: Pending Quotes Listing and Expected Sales / Order Intake/ Forecasts.• Identify potential new market and sales opportunities for LLS core business products and communicate potential sales to the Lend Lease Services Operations Manager.• Develop and grow that customer base as key account manager. • Seek, identify and influence specifications for opportunities for the benefit of LLS.• Drive the estimating and tender preparation, schedules, tender portal access, tender and sales submission follow-up and correspondence.• Front end promotion of LLiPS engineering and projects business where there was an opportunity to supply a complete electrification system, design of “packaged solution”, or turnkey project.• Market Intelligence reporting (market pricing, customer issues, competitor movement, etc.).• Develop and update project data bases for project prospects and opportunities.• Build and foster sustainable customer relationships in the market area to ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
  • I.Power Solutions
    Projects Manager
    I.Power Solutions Jan 2010 - 2011
    Mackay,Bowen Basin, Central Queesland, Australia
    • Responsible to ensure all aspects of the site and work to be completed were consistent with the agreed project safety plan.• Responsible to promote safety awareness and culture on site as an integral part of the business.• Effectively lead and manage the facilitation of projects and associated administration from concept to hand-over within quality, cost, safety and time frames by ensuring accurate preparation and implementation of all relevant tasks are carried out in accordance with both company and external requirements and regulations.•Effectively manage scheduling and programming to ensure that the project remains on time and within budget specifications.• Responsible for the day to day decision making regarding program logic and site activities.• Provide a central contact point for the client regarding any variances, queries, etc.• Maintain a cooperative relationship with all project stakeholders.• Actively consult with engineers and other technical team members to ensure that design intentions are achieved.• Ensure client invoicing is completed to maximize positive cash flow.• Negotiate and manage the efficient supply of labour and materials within scope of accountability and ensure the quality standard required is maintained.• Ensure all requisitions are planned and submitted in advance so that timely delivery of supplies to the site is achieved. • Effectively manage Site Supervisors to ensure that construction, installation and/or -commissioning remains on time and within budget specifications.• Ensure that the construction site and direct sub-contractors are supervised to ensure standards of building performance, quality, costs, schedules and safety are maintained.• Control payment to sub-contractors by valuation of completed works.• In the absence of site supervision, supervise construction sites and direct staff and subcontractors to ensure standards of building performance, quality, costs, schedules and safety are maintained.
  • I.Power Solutions
    Construction Manager
    I.Power Solutions 2008 - 2010
    Mackay, Bowen Basin, Central Queensland, Australia
    • Ensure all aspects of the site and work to be completed were consistent with the agreed project safety plan.• Promote safety awareness and culture on site as an integral part of the business.• Perform safety inspections of the site when work is underway and ensure regulations relating to health, safety and the environment (HSE) are adhered to.• Preparing the site and liaising with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, buyers, estimators and surveyors before construction work starts.• Developing the programme of work and strategy for making the project happen.• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables.• Develop and implement traffic management plans for port, mainland, construction & mine site as required.• Report work progress and budget matters to clients & senior managers.• Collaborate with engineers, and other construction specialists & stakeholders as required.• Select, schedule, and coordinate subcontractor activities.• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems.• Procurement, installation, testing and third party auditing of hazardous area installations.
  • I.Power Solutions
    Electrical Supervisor
    I.Power Solutions 2007 - 2008
    Mackay, Bowen Basin, Central Queensland, Australia
    • Assist the Project Manager in the formulation of overall work program and programs for each section of work.• Participate in reviewing the program on a weekly basis with the Project Manager.• Ensure the agreed program is met for each component of the project and report any variances.• Ensure all aspects of the site and work to be completed were consistent with the agreed project safety plan.• Promote safety awareness and culture on site as an integral part of the business.• Carry out site safety inductions for all employees and sub-contractors.• Ensure that appropriate PPE is worn at all times by all employees, subcontractors and visitors.• Ensure all equipment registers, safety plan, MSDS, employee and sub-contractor details are available on site.• Coordinate the activities of all subcontractors by regular briefings and checks.• Assist the Project Manager in compiling scope of works and tender lists for each trade.• Examine regularly the performance of subcontractors and suppliers • Keep and complete all Projects material supply registers on a daily basis.• Ensure all delivery dockets are forwarded to the Project Manager.• Ensure materials are ordered and sequenced in a way as not to have materials stored on site for excessive periods.• Seek the Project Managers approval for the purchase of goods.• Obtain at least three quotations for the supply of any material or goods.• Attend regular client meetings as directed by the Project Manager.
  • Positron Group Pty Ltd (Australia)
    Construction Electrician
    Positron Group Pty Ltd (Australia) Mar 2006 - Oct 2006
    Bowen Basin
    • Positron Sub contracted to Roche Mining to work on the construction of the Carborough Downs Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) & Train Load Out.Duties As Follows:• Reading of drawings and schematics. • Installation of power, control & instrumentation cables.• Termination of power, control & instrumentation cables.• Trenching & Installation of earth grids.• Bonding of cable ladders Plant & Structure. • MCC equipment upgrades. • Installation of Fixtures, Fittings & Instrumentation.• Point to Point, Insulation resistance testing & earth continuity. • Completion of ITP and QA documentation.• Functional operation of power, control & instrumentation equipment.• Mark up drawings where required.• QA Documentation & Manuals • Job Packs for construction and QA activities• Completion & submission of Take 5’s.
  • Mark Eire (Ireland)
    Technical Support Services
    Mark Eire (Ireland) Feb 1997 - Mar 2005
    National Coverage Of Ireland
    Duties as follows:•Drafting of electrical SLD’s, schematics and termination schedules related to OEM specific equipment.• Installation, testing and commissioning of LPG, NG, Diesel and Oil burners.• Installation, testing and commissioning of AHU’s containing LPHW, Electric and Gas heating batteries , one/two/ and 3 stage DX cooling modules.• Installation, testing and commissioning of heat recovery units • Build power and control panels which involved automation integration with PLC, and B.M.S. systems, 3 port valves, On/Off, Hi/Lo, modulating and pulse burner control systems, voltage sensitive relays, multistep controller, differential pressure gauges and switches. • Site installation and commissioning of power and control panels specific to OEM supplied equipment.• Completion of ITP and QA documentation.• Conducted energy audits and analysis of power consumption which lead to the supply and installation and commissioning of soft starters, VSD’s and energy efficient devices. • Provided Internal and external technical support for Mark Eire’s database of customers on design, installation, commissioning and after sales service and warranty issues.• Travelled to technology shows in America, Italy, Holland, and Germany to access and evaluate new technologies to augment the company’s product portfolio.• Acquired, setup, and implemented document management systems for the company.• Coordinated training for document scanning, indexing, and retrieval for the engineering, technical, financial and administrative departments improving the overall handling efficiencies.
  • Killarney Plastics Ltd (Ireland)
    Electrician
    Killarney Plastics Ltd (Ireland) Oct 1996 - Nov 1997
    Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland
    • Installed single and three phase switchgear, up grading of cable systems and associated equipment.• Installed automatic and manual power factor correction equipment leading to a reduction in the annual tariffs charged by the Electrical Supply Board.• Scheduled maintenance, installation and commission of heating elements, thermocouples, temperature transmitters on compression molding machines.• Responsible for the refurbishing, installation, wiring, piping and commissioning of PLC controlled electro-hydraulic and pneumatic compression molding machines.• Built Ex d rated electrical power & control systems for forward and reverse mixers with screwed augur extraction and reverse DC braking injection.• Built controls systems utilizing motor power & control circuits, star/delta, stepper control, variable speed frequency inverter drives, mechanical variable speed drives, DC motors, and PLC’s• Estimating cost for shut down subcontract activities.• Scheduled maintenance of industrial air compressors and air driers and power tools for use in hazardous areas• Researched and developed foam products requiring molds to be produced and products prototyped. This project required the utilization of foam injection technology to achieve the prescribed density’s and product mass. • Installed energy efficient technologies into the company’s Infrastructure (Soft starters to reduce costly inductive starting peaks
  • Ireprod Ltd (Ireland) A Subsidiary Of Bebe Comfort Ampa France.
    Electrical & Maintenance Supervisor
    Ireprod Ltd (Ireland) A Subsidiary Of Bebe Comfort Ampa France. Feb 1992 - Nov 1996
    Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland
    • LV Switch gear upgrades • Installation of cable ladder, trunking, sockets, lighting and coms to support the manufacturing process.• Inspection & Testing of the completed installation. • Importation, installation and commissioning of CNC tube bending machines• Installation & commissioning of specialist high frequency fabric welding machines.• Scheduled maintenance program for all plant, process and machines. • Setup a maintenance and engineering workshop and procured tools, machinery & spare parts to support the manufacturing process reducing down time and achieving higher efficiencies. • Coordinated the installation, wiring, piping and commissioning of hydraulic and pneumatic tube punching technologies (1200 ton’s). • Maintenance planning and coordination of planned shut down’s around production schedules.• Maintenance, overhaul and upgrades to the automatic electrostatic painting plant.• Responsible for the overhaul and maintenance of the LPG process oven’s and water heating equipment.• Write the specification and scope of work for all subcontract work in relation to mechanical, electrical, and structural works.• Coordinated the tender process for outsourced works.
  • Melchert Electronics Ltd (Ireland) A Subsidiary Of Krups –Atlas (Germany).
    Electrician
    Melchert Electronics Ltd (Ireland) A Subsidiary Of Krups –Atlas (Germany). Sep 1988 - Sep 1992
    Listowel, Co Kerry, Ireland
    • Planning, erection of cable tray, sourcing and procurement of materials for the installation of new process lines.• Installation of LV switchboards, switch gear & circuit protection.• Maintenance and up grading of Automated three car loading and unloading workstations. • Upgrades to PLC controlled electro, pneumatic, and hydraulic stacking and turntable equipment • Maintenance on PLC controlled twin bed de-ionized water and effluent treatment plant including water pH, copper emissions, sludge control pumping stations, flow meters, level sensors & switches.• Installation and maintenance of heating and ventilation systems through the plant and offices. (Heater batteries, Instrumentation, Air handling units, Air conditioning units, Air filters).• Maintenance of acid, alkaline, and copper etching process technologies with automatic loaders and un-loaders feeding the production process lines.• Installation of communication systems, telephone lines, computer lines, control lighting control and switch gear.• Installation of single and three phase switchgear, up grading of cable systems and associated infrastructure. • Installation of automatic power factor correction banks, discharge lights, security lighting and CCTV cameras.

Richard Mcgrath Skills

Microsoft Office Plc Team Building Project Management Construction Petroleum Sales Customer Service Materials Contract Negotiation Project Planning Automation

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Richard Mcgrath works for Powertx Pty Ltd

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Richard Mcgrath's current role is Manager Projects and Services at Powertx.

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Richard Mcgrath attended National University Of Ireland, Galway, National University Of Ireland, Galway, Department Of Education & Trades, Department Of Education & Trades, City And Guilds Of London Institute, City And Guilds Of London Institute.

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Richard Mcgrath has skills like Microsoft Office, Plc, Team Building, Project Management, Construction, Petroleum, Sales, Customer Service, Materials, Contract Negotiation, Project Planning, Automation.

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