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Adelaide, Sa, Au

Australia

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Executive Director of the NTRO Ports and Airports Sector. Delivering enhanced innovation and efficiencies in the operation of Ports and Airports, through informed technology solutions

Adelaide, Australia

Coordination of the Australia and New Zealand Driverless Vehicle Initiative (ADVI) Centre of ExcellenceResponsible for Strategic positioning of ADVI, including key spokesperson role and identification of collaborative opportunities.

Adelaide, Australia

Leading the Australian Driverless Vehicle Initiative Centre of Excellence, through the identification and coordination of likeminded organisations to contribute to the safe and successful introduction of driverless vehicle technologies into Australia.

South Australia, Australia

Developing and Managing relationships with member agencies in South AustraliaKey Client Manager for Motoring Clubs in AustraliaProvision of strategic policy and technical advice on road safety and public transport.Managing staff delivering projects across the broad technical areas of ARRB's expertise

Adelaide, Australia

Attainment of key performance indicators as set down by the General Manager Public Affairs.Management of staff and contractors providing the Legal Advisory Service to MembersGrowing and identifying avenues to expand awareness of the service provided by the Public Affairs Group.Contributing to the Strategic Direction of the Public Affairs group by identifying Improvements and cost estimates for works that are necessary on the South Australian Road network.Reviewing research as necessary and providing critical comment on the findings of these reports.Liaising with the Australian Automobile Association and other national motoring bodies and state road authorities to establish an Australian based Risk Map and Road Protection and Prevention Score for the National Highway Network.

Implementing sustainable business processes to ensure ongoing viability of the Automobile Association of Northern Territory.Working in a virtual team with senior managers based in South Australia and Canberra.Restructuring roles of main office in Darwin to align with new business goals and objectives.Responsible for recruitment of senior staff across a variety of new roles within the transformed business.Relationship management across key business and government stakeholders in Northern Territory including, Territory Insurance Organisation (TIO), Department of Planning and Infrastructure, Federal Government representatives and numerous contract service providers.Reporting to AANT Council on financial performance of the AssociationManaging, legal and technical experts to negotiate to deliver major contractual agreement between AANT and TIO.

Management of an annual operating budget of approx $1 million.Leading a multidisciplinary team of industry experts specialising in a variety of fields including; Education and Training, Transport Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Para Legal Advisors, Customer Service and Administration.Fulfilling the role of key spokesperson for the RAA on issues pertaining to road user safety, community safety, legal obligations, engineering, economic and social equity for RAA members.Preparation of briefing papers and submissions to the Chief Executive and RAA Board leading to the establishment of Public Policy Positions.Representing the RAA in meetings with senior Political figures, including Minister for Road Safety and Minister for Transport.Representing the RAA at international meetings and forums with senior management from Automobile Associations around the world. Managing key initiatives within the RAA, including:Review of operations and service delivery within the Public Affairs group, Production of the inaugural Young Driver Forum, Child Restraint and Legal Advisory Services.Review and preparation of national and international reports on various topics including National Road Safety Strategy, State Road Safety Action Plan, Tourist Safety within Australia and various technical Australian Standards.Fostering and maintaining strong links with SAPOL, DTEI, Local Government, State and Federal Government Officers and Members of Parliament.State, National and international Representative for RAA on the Australian and International Road Assessment Program, technical and communication committees.Preparation of articles for publishing in the RAA's major communication magazine to members- samotor.Expert knowledge of the legislative procedures, relevant acts and regulations that impact drivers

Project WorkImplementation of Asset Management data collection strategies to ensure compliance with accounting standards (AAS27)Implementing Pavement Management System integrated with GIS.Implementation of flood mitigation systems including design and construction of detention basins across the Port Adelaide Council Area.Working in multidisciplinary teams through out Council including Strategic Planners, Environmental Health Officers and Technical Officers to deliver major projects for the City.Inter departmental Project officer for special projects such as water quality education and promotion projects and strategic planning projects.Reviewing and implementing a Foreshore and Dune maintenance policy. Management of internal and external designers and contracts in relation to these projectsCommunity EngagementMain Street Officer responsible for the consultation and design process for the implementation of Main Street upgrades in Port Adelaide.Undertaking reviews of Car parking and developing Strategies to manage existing and future parking demand across the City.Coordinator of Local Area Bike Plan initiatives, including the implementation of plans, liaising with Steering Committee and users,Implementing the Coastal Bike Path along the Semaphore to Largs Bay ForeshoreLiaison with Residents and Councillors on local flooding issues.Participated in large public meetings on variety of transport and infrastructure related issues.Undertaking Community Consultation for major road works projects such as the Esplanade from Semaphore to Largs Bay.; Advancing safety & efficiency in transport through knowledge

Bachelor, Eingineering/Civil

Activities and Societies: Vice President Association of Civil Engineering Students (ACES)

Associate Diploma, Civil Engineering

Further Training: AICD Finance for non Financial Managers Senior Road Safety Auditor Executive Media Training

Graduate, Company Director, Pass

Graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors