Experience

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  Canadian forces

  Feb 1980 - Aug 1996

  Project management of the dynamic components and propulsion systems of a $5 Billion Seaking Helicopter replacement project. Directed the ILS, lifecyle and maintenance management of all propulsion systems and dynamic components affecting a fleet of 35 CH124 Seaking Helicopters. Provided first and second line maintenance services to Seaking Helicopters, P-3 Orions (CP140 Auroras), and Hercules aircraft.

  • Aerospace Engineer

    Apr 1990 - Aug 1996

  • Senior supervisor and Aircraft engineer (airframes and engines)

    Feb 1980 - Apr 1990
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  Royal australian air force

  Sept 1996 - Sept 1999

  Senior engineering/maintenance manager

  Managed first and second line aircraft maintenance facilities for P-3 Orion aircraft. Directed the aircraft (structural and powerplant) engineering, ILS, and configuration management activities for a fleet of 21 P-3 Orion aircraft.

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  Tenix

  Feb 2000 - Nov 2001

  Senior maintenance manager

  (COA Security Clearance Top Secret) The incumbent of this position was accountable for the overall conduct of all maintenance activities and related tasks performed at a variety of nationally based sites by the Tenix Defence Systems Aerospace Group.

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  Origin energy

  Nov 2001 - Dec 2005

  National manager - engineering

  The National Manager - Engineering was primarily responsible for the engineering policy development and Australian Standards as they relate to the gas industry. The outcomes affected over $2 Billion of natural gas pipelines and networks to include the development and management of consistent policies, technical standards, and maintenance & design procedures. The position was required to work closely with other members of the Asset Management Team (particularly in Operations), government bodies (local, state and federal) and other business associated with the utilities industry. Show less

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  Uniting care wesley

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2007

  Board member

  Services provided to those in need by United Care Wesley Bowden are:-Accommodation for the aged - Wellington Court Self Care Units-Alcohol and other drug counselling and support-Assistance with Care & Housing for the Aged (ACHA) program - support for financially disadvantaged frail aged people who are homeless or living in insecure accommodation-Child care - Athol Park Child & Family Centre; Torrensville Child & Family Centre-Community Aged Care Packages - home-based care for frail aged people-Emergency assistance - food, clothing, household goods and furniture, Mon - Fri 10am - 2pm-Family centres promoting positive parenting and non-violent problem solving-Financial counselling and Low Income Support Program - counselling, budgeting, financial advice for people facing financial hardship-Information and referral for carers - North & West Metropolitan Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centre-Information about home and community care services - Commonwealth Carelink Centres-Low income housing - rental housing co-operative, Westside Housing Association-Low Income Support Program - counselling, budgeting, financial advice for people facing financial hardship-Multicultural family support services - for people from Afghanistan, Bosnia, Cambodia, Croatia, --Eritrea, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Serbia, Somalia, Sudan, Vietnam, Spain and Latin AmericaMulticultural festival - held annually-Supported Tenancies Program for Housing SA tenants who are at risk of eviction-Tax Help - July to October Show less

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  Engineers australia

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  President south australian division

  Chaired the South Australian Division of Engineers Australia. Engineers Australia has over 90,000 members Australia wide, with over 6000 members in South Australia. The Division undertakes a range of vital programs to support the engineering profession.

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  Onesteel

  Dec 2005 - Nov 2006

  Manager engineering

  The role of Manager Engineering had a direct budget of $15 million fixed, $20.5 million capital and a shared accountability of $75 million Reliability and Maintenance, with a total Engineering Maintenance workforce of 375 people. The position was responsible for ensuring that Onesteel moved from an engineering, manufacturing and maintenance culture or relationship based maintenance practices to a world class manufacturing culture of proactive planned maintenance and for implementing Operational Excellence Show less

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  Australian rail track corporation

  Nov 2006 - Oct 2011

  Executive manager

  Standards, Systems and PerformanceThe role led the development of asset and operational strategies and options to address ARTC's business objectives related to service delivery of the network and a complete restructure of the Australian standards as they relate to rail infrastructure. It undertook reviews of asset performance (Civil, mechanical and electrical) and the applicability of new practices and technologies. It contributed to short, medium, and long term asset management plans including investment plans. The role ensured the maintenance of appropriate asset management information systems and network standards and procedures to support these plans. It provided leadership of maintenance alliances and directed capital works in the order of $70M- $650M. Show less

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  Cooperative research center for rail innovation

  Jul 2007 - Oct 2011

  Chair deputy chair and board member

  Director /Deputy Chair (2007-2011) and Chair (2011) for a $120m research program over seven years consisting of just over 100 research projects . The Cooperative Research Center (CRC) for Rail Innovation is committed to conducting industry-led research for the Australian rail industry, and delivering practical solutions for our rail industry participants. It delivered $6.5B economic benefits to the Australian economy

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  Laing o'rourke

  Feb 2012 - Mar 2013

  Engineering manager

  The role led the development and delivery of engineering and asset management works in South Australia. In particular it led the reliability and engineering design, systems and governance of the Adelaide Passenger Train Electrification Project, a project worth over $120M.

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  Australian science and mathematics school

  Feb 2014 - Feb 2015

  Director governing council

  The Australian Science and Mathematics School (ASMS) embraces the diversity of learning, encourages self directed learning and places great importance on collaborative learning. The school is a leading school in the international network of specialist science and mathematics schools. Students shape their learning to best suit their own learning goals and learning styles.The ASMS applies science and maths classroom topics to real life situations and gives students the opportunity and tools to search, discover and understand. Show less

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  Transport nsw - sydney trains

  Feb 2014 - Jun 2015

  Senior project manager maintenance reform

  This position develops and supports asset rationalisation strategies and plans to support a maintenance reform mandate of $1.2B+ in cost cutting and directs a portfolio of projects realizing NPVs of up to $175M. The incumbent develops and supports asset rationalisation strategies and plans by facilitating the identification and viable removal of assets that no longer support passenger operations, freight operations or transport network planning. The position examines maintenance process and scheduling for inefficiencies and improvements and works with the Asset Management, Engineering and Operations Divisions to ensure reform strategies are aligned with divisional strategies. Show less

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  Judo south australia

  Dec 2014 - Aug 2020

  President and chair

  Judo South Australia is a member of the Judo Federation of Australia which is the official governing body of Judo in Australia and is a member of the International Judo Federation. Judo has grown and developed as an Olympic sport. It is the first Olympic sport to have originated in Asia, with Dr Jigoro Kano being the first Asian IOC member. When it debuted at the 1964 Tokyo Games, it was a men-only discipline and there were just four weight classes. However since 1992, men and women have competed in seven weight classes each; the men’s contests last five minutes whilst women’s contests last four. Show less

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  Accu trax pty ltd

  Jan 2016 - now

  Managing director

  A consultancy firm specialising and advising on corporate governance, delivering academia, as well as providing innovative STEM solutions by way of engineering, reliability centered maintenance, asset management/ILS, project delivery and performance improvement.Clients include:Babcock AustralasiaLogistics Engineering Service (LES)CASG and the Royal Australian NavyNova Systems Dommar Pty Ltd University of Southern Queensland Department of Planning, Transport, and Infrastructure (SA Government)Sydney Trains Downer EDI SA Power NetworksEcoJet Engineering Pty LtdCryoclock Pty Ltd Show less

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  Industry mentoring network in stem (imnis)

  Jun 2016 - now

  Industry mentor

  IMNIS is a prestigious award-winning initiative of the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE). Recognised with a BHERT Award in 2016, IMNIS connects PhD students in STEM with high level industry leaders in a national mentoring program. Students increase their understanding of industry, learn about career options and extend their professional network. IMNIS will develop a new generation of industry-savvy PhD graduates who can engage with industry, kick-start collaborations and transition between sectors.The importance of IMNIS as an Industry - STEM PhD student mentoring program is its ability to enhance the skills of postgraduates to: * Develop a career in industry successfully translating research knowledge to commercial product or other end use application; and/or * Strengthen their academic research career through skills and capacity to build sustainable engagement linkages with relevant industry and promote translational research. Show less

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  Ecojet engineering pty ltd

  Feb 2017 - now

  Advisory board member
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  University of newcastle

  Sept 2017 - now

  Casual lecturer

  AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) connects educators, students, and business to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders. Synonymous with the highest standards of excellence since 1916, AACSB provides quality assurance, business education intelligence, and professional development services to over 1,600 member organizations and nearly 800 accredited business schools worldwide. When educational, professional, and business organizations become members of the AACSB Business Education Alliance, they are part of a movement united to improve the quality of business education around the world. AACSB connects, shares, and inspires innovation and quality throughout the member network, as well as the business community. The collective strength of the organization is founded on diverse perspectives, a global mindset, and a commitment to making a difference. Show less

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  Asc pty ltd

  Mar 2018 - Oct 2018

  Integrated logistics services manager (nv1 security cleared)

  Lead a team of engineers, technical officers, and logisticians that define, develop and deliver integrated logistics services to the Royal Australian Navy's fleet of Collins Class Submarines.

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  Department of planning, transport and infrastructure (dpti)

  Sept 2018 - Mar 2019

  Contracts and investment advisor

  Provision of advisory expertise in procurement and contractinginvestment services in support of up to $1B of Government road and rail works.

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  University of southern queensland

  Jul 2019 - Dec 2019

  Phd examiner
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  Office of chief scientist south australia

  Mar 2020 - Dec 2022

  Chairperson (innovation) and panel member sa science excellence and innovation awards

  The SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards showcases the critical importance of science, research and innovation to the development of industry and society as a whole.The Awards provide a remarkable opportunity to recognise the work of inspiring Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) leaders and teams working in research and education institutions, schools, industry and the community.The Awards are a significant occasion in South Australia’s science calendar and are recognised as the premier science showcase event highlighting the diversity of scientific endeavour and research in this State. Show less