Experience

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  Hatch

  Nov 2009 - Jan 2012

  Structural engineer

  I started my career as a structural engineer with Hatch Associates in November 2009 out of their Brisbane office as a member of the Structural Assets Group. Over a 12 month period I gained experience in advanced structural analysis working on a variety of projects for both domestic and international clients. I worked on a number of projects which typically involved the assessment/design review of large bulk material handling machines. My responsibilities for these projects were to undertake structural modelling and assessment of various structural components using frame analysis packages and specialist finite element analysis software such as SPACE GASS and MSC.FEA. I assessed the structural adequacy of various machine components in accordance with Australian Standard AS 4324.1 or international standards (ISO 5049.1, FEM II) depending on the project location and specifications. I also gained experience in condition assessment of existing steel structures which complimented the advanced analysis experience mentioned above. A notable project involving both condition assessment and advanced analysis I was involved in was the fatigue assessment of a crane runway system for an aluminium smelter in Portland, Victoria.After moving from Brisbane to Gladstone in January 2011, I continued to work as a structural engineer for Hatch Associates. I undertook projects that involved assessment of existing structures such as transfer towers, pallet racking, equipment supports, pipe supports and access platforms. I also performed various design work which included the design of a new crane runway, shelter for process monitoring equipment, monorails and lifting devices including a portable lifting device to remove variable speed drives from substations. Show less

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  Worley

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  Structural engineer

  After commencing work with WorleyParsons in January 2012, I provided engineering services predominantly for brown field client sites in Gladstone, QLD. During this time I gainedextensive experience in designing steelwork and reinforced concrete structures. Not only did I provide technical discipline work to client sites, but also performed a number of functions critical to general business operations. Examples of completed design work and general responsibilities include:Responsibilities for steelwork design:• Design of pipe supports;• Design of elevated access platforms;• Design of equipment support stands;• Design of lifting frames;• Design of hoists;• Structural assessments of existing steelwork;• Site inspections (condition assessment);• Reviewing design drawings for technical completeness; and• Preparing installation Scope of Works.Concrete design examples include:• Design of apron slabs;• Design of equipment plinths;• Design of equipment pedestals;• Design of pad footings;• Design of bored piers;• Design of transformer bunds;• Pre-pour site inspections;• Reviewing design drawings for technical completeness; and• Preparing construction Scope of Works.General business responsibilities:• Meet with clients to discuss/win work;• Prepare commercial documentation;• Manage project portfolios within the design office;• Prepare cost and progress reports;• Coordinate deliverables between multiple work fronts (site based engineers etc.);• Manage project change (such as change in project scope); and• Ensure invoicing is correct. Show less

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  Jrb structural engineering pty ltd

  Feb 2014 - Jun 2022

  Structural engineer
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  Department of transport and main roads

  May 2019 - Jan 2024

  Principal engineer

  Civil/Structural engineer working with TMR Delivery & Operations, Technical Services and Engineering & Technology covering all aspects of project development and implementation.

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  Murweh shire council

  Feb 2024 - now

  Director of engineering services