Shipyard Project Manager

• Jun 2023 - Present

Director / Principal Consultant

• Oct 2005 - Present

Argonautica is a well-established and proven project and construction management company, with continued success in safely delivering EPC and EPCM projects, on-time and on-performance to the shipping, ports and offshore oil and gas industries.

Independent Expert / Accident Investigations

• Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

Various Independent Expert Witness and Accident Investigation roles across Australia - confidential matters currently before the Court and subject to legal professional privilege.

Director

• Aug 2018 - Present

Old School Car Audio delivers the very best in bespoke audio solutions. We work with you to design, engineer and install a system that suits your interior, budget and acoustic preferences. Our growing community is made up of like-minded people who value not only iconic audio technology and engineering but also old school principles such as Participation, Collaboration, Respect, Recognition and Reward. Old School Car Audio delivers the very best in bespoke audio solutions. We work with you to design, engineer and install a system that suits your interior, budget and acoustic preferences. Our growing community is made up of like-minded people who value not only iconic audio technology and engineering but also old school principles such as Participation, Collaboration, Respect, Recognition and Reward.

Independent Expert

• Feb 2021 - Sep 2021

Confidential matter on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia before the Supreme Court of NSW, related to oilfield decommissioning within the Australian offshore oil and gas industry. Strictly confidential, subject to legal professional privilege. Confidential matter on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia before the Supreme Court of NSW, related to oilfield decommissioning within the Australian offshore oil and gas industry. Strictly confidential, subject to legal professional privilege.

Project Manager

• Feb 2019 - Dec 2020

NVSS8 is a project to identify asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements to enable a further 5 years of oilfield operation for the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO). The project value is > AUD 100MM and of 2 years duration including an international shipyard execution phase of 12 months. Lead the delivery of an international project in partnership with contractors throughout the feasibility, value identification, planning and… Show more NVSS8 is a project to identify asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements to enable a further 5 years of oilfield operation for the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO). The project value is > AUD 100MM and of 2 years duration including an international shipyard execution phase of 12 months. Lead the delivery of an international project in partnership with contractors throughout the feasibility, value identification, planning and delivery phases Derived entire project philosophy based on end of field life and translated this into a workable project structure with ownership across all aspects of project management Made strategic project decisions that considered the achievement of Company’s functional and operational objectives of maintaining oil production offshore whilst executing 80,000m2 of internal oil-tank integrity assessments. Utilised existing strong relationships with local government agencies to successfully negotiate the repatriation of the entire FPSO operational workforce from Singapore during COVID19 global pandemic Anticipated project constraints due to COVID19 and through effective collaboration with stakeholders and contractors, postponed a significant force majeure event ensuring progress and value to Client Implemented a successful incentive scheme to drive Contractor performance to protect schedule Show less NVSS8 is a project to identify asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements to enable a further 5 years of oilfield operation for the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO). The project value is > AUD 100MM and of 2 years duration including an international shipyard execution phase of 12 months. Lead the delivery of an international project in partnership with contractors throughout the feasibility, value identification, planning and… Show more NVSS8 is a project to identify asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements to enable a further 5 years of oilfield operation for the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO). The project value is > AUD 100MM and of 2 years duration including an international shipyard execution phase of 12 months. Lead the delivery of an international project in partnership with contractors throughout the feasibility, value identification, planning and delivery phases Derived entire project philosophy based on end of field life and translated this into a workable project structure with ownership across all aspects of project management Made strategic project decisions that considered the achievement of Company’s functional and operational objectives of maintaining oil production offshore whilst executing 80,000m2 of internal oil-tank integrity assessments. Utilised existing strong relationships with local government agencies to successfully negotiate the repatriation of the entire FPSO operational workforce from Singapore during COVID19 global pandemic Anticipated project constraints due to COVID19 and through effective collaboration with stakeholders and contractors, postponed a significant force majeure event ensuring progress and value to Client Implemented a successful incentive scheme to drive Contractor performance to protect schedule Show less

Project Manager

• May 2016 - Aug 2018

Toll’s AUD 311MM investment to increase Bass Strait trade consisted of a land-side development project undertaken in close collaboration with their international shipbuilding project. The land-side project required significant maritime port upgrade and land reclamation works across two States in Australia whilst maintaining the operational service of two existing vessels ensuring minimal disruption to the supply chain. - Create and implement a fast-track delivery model that expedited… Show more Toll’s AUD 311MM investment to increase Bass Strait trade consisted of a land-side development project undertaken in close collaboration with their international shipbuilding project. The land-side project required significant maritime port upgrade and land reclamation works across two States in Australia whilst maintaining the operational service of two existing vessels ensuring minimal disruption to the supply chain. - Create and implement a fast-track delivery model that expedited the completion of the land-side infrastructure project to accommodate larger marine vessels increasing freight by 40%, future proofing critical transportation to the state of Tasmania - Implement project governance and management processes including the establishment of a projects group steering committee. - Remove project barriers and set clear expectations for inter-dependencies of different components from functions/stakeholders to ensure clarity for project success - Implemented technology innovations through 3D scanning to create expeditious and efficient construction processes de-risking the execution phase. Show less Toll’s AUD 311MM investment to increase Bass Strait trade consisted of a land-side development project undertaken in close collaboration with their international shipbuilding project. The land-side project required significant maritime port upgrade and land reclamation works across two States in Australia whilst maintaining the operational service of two existing vessels ensuring minimal disruption to the supply chain. - Create and implement a fast-track delivery model that expedited… Show more Toll’s AUD 311MM investment to increase Bass Strait trade consisted of a land-side development project undertaken in close collaboration with their international shipbuilding project. The land-side project required significant maritime port upgrade and land reclamation works across two States in Australia whilst maintaining the operational service of two existing vessels ensuring minimal disruption to the supply chain. - Create and implement a fast-track delivery model that expedited the completion of the land-side infrastructure project to accommodate larger marine vessels increasing freight by 40%, future proofing critical transportation to the state of Tasmania - Implement project governance and management processes including the establishment of a projects group steering committee. - Remove project barriers and set clear expectations for inter-dependencies of different components from functions/stakeholders to ensure clarity for project success - Implemented technology innovations through 3D scanning to create expeditious and efficient construction processes de-risking the execution phase. Show less

Independent Expert / Marine Surveyor

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

Appointed by TT-Line Company to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure of the marine vessel - Spirit of Tasmania 2 in Victoria. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events,… Show more Appointed by TT-Line Company to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure of the marine vessel - Spirit of Tasmania 2 in Victoria. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events, in the correct line-sequence - Designed and advised new environment-specific mooring systems and quayside infrastructure required, including training of key operational personnel. Show less Appointed by TT-Line Company to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure of the marine vessel - Spirit of Tasmania 2 in Victoria. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events,… Show more Appointed by TT-Line Company to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure of the marine vessel - Spirit of Tasmania 2 in Victoria. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events, in the correct line-sequence - Designed and advised new environment-specific mooring systems and quayside infrastructure required, including training of key operational personnel. Show less

Independent Expert / Marine Surveyor

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

Appointed by P&O Maritime Logistics to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure and subsequent grounding of the marine vessel - Aurora Australis at Mawson base in Antarctica. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques… Show more Appointed by P&O Maritime Logistics to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure and subsequent grounding of the marine vessel - Aurora Australis at Mawson base in Antarctica. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events, in the correct line-sequence - Designed and advised new environment-specific mooring systems and quayside infrastructure required, including training of key operational personnel. Show less Appointed by P&O Maritime Logistics to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure and subsequent grounding of the marine vessel - Aurora Australis at Mawson base in Antarctica. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques… Show more Appointed by P&O Maritime Logistics to provide maritime accident investigations and expertise relating to the mooring system failure and subsequent grounding of the marine vessel - Aurora Australis at Mawson base in Antarctica. The investigation is subject to legal professional privilege. - Establishment of clear terms of reference and deliverables required by stakeholders including legal counsel prior to commencement - Utilised finite element analysis (FEA) techniques successfully modeling the mooring system failure events, in the correct line-sequence - Designed and advised new environment-specific mooring systems and quayside infrastructure required, including training of key operational personnel. Show less

Construction Manager

• Jan 2013 - Mar 2015

Ningaloo Vision Rectification Project (NVUP) was a project to drill, complete and tie-back the new Coniston oil field to the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO), and to upgrade the FPSO to simultaneously produce from both Coniston and the existing Van Gogh field to achieve Apache’s production and reliability targets and address asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements. The FPSO upgrade value was ~ AUD 200MM which included a Singapore shipyard… Show more Ningaloo Vision Rectification Project (NVUP) was a project to drill, complete and tie-back the new Coniston oil field to the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO), and to upgrade the FPSO to simultaneously produce from both Coniston and the existing Van Gogh field to achieve Apache’s production and reliability targets and address asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements. The FPSO upgrade value was ~ AUD 200MM which included a Singapore shipyard construction phase of 12 months duration. - Proactively drive HSEQ performance across all personnel at all levels and major external contractors resulting in 2.8 million man-hours lost-time injury free. - Delivered an internationally competitive project outcome on cost and schedule basis following bench-marking against similar projects - Built strong integration between departments helping form a strong start-up team which significantly contributed to the safe and timely recommencement of offshore oil and gas operations with no industrial action or disputes - Provided extensive knowledge of Singapore regulations, shipyard procedures, local contractor and international migrant workforce requirements alleviating significant project risks - Developed strong relationships with Singapore government marine authorities, Embassy and local officials, Apache executives and Joint Venture Partner representatives - Demonstrates extensive knowledge of international and local regulations to easily navigate ongoing project challenges without impacting project performance Show less Ningaloo Vision Rectification Project (NVUP) was a project to drill, complete and tie-back the new Coniston oil field to the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO), and to upgrade the FPSO to simultaneously produce from both Coniston and the existing Van Gogh field to achieve Apache’s production and reliability targets and address asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements. The FPSO upgrade value was ~ AUD 200MM which included a Singapore shipyard… Show more Ningaloo Vision Rectification Project (NVUP) was a project to drill, complete and tie-back the new Coniston oil field to the Ningaloo Vision - Floating Production Storage and Offtake vessel (FPSO), and to upgrade the FPSO to simultaneously produce from both Coniston and the existing Van Gogh field to achieve Apache’s production and reliability targets and address asset integrity and regulatory compliance requirements. The FPSO upgrade value was ~ AUD 200MM which included a Singapore shipyard construction phase of 12 months duration. - Proactively drive HSEQ performance across all personnel at all levels and major external contractors resulting in 2.8 million man-hours lost-time injury free. - Delivered an internationally competitive project outcome on cost and schedule basis following bench-marking against similar projects - Built strong integration between departments helping form a strong start-up team which significantly contributed to the safe and timely recommencement of offshore oil and gas operations with no industrial action or disputes - Provided extensive knowledge of Singapore regulations, shipyard procedures, local contractor and international migrant workforce requirements alleviating significant project risks - Developed strong relationships with Singapore government marine authorities, Embassy and local officials, Apache executives and Joint Venture Partner representatives - Demonstrates extensive knowledge of international and local regulations to easily navigate ongoing project challenges without impacting project performance Show less

Construction Manager

• Jan 2012 - Nov 2012

Tri-party joint venture project to design and construct an early production vessel (EPV) and oil well test/production facilities to undertake extended testing in the Balai Cluster offshore oil and gas field in Malaysia. EPV designed for 95% up-time utilising fast-track construction methodology to realise early production and return to stakeholders. - Identified and selected suitable operational marine vessel within two weeks, meeting JVP cost and performance requirements for conversion… Show more Tri-party joint venture project to design and construct an early production vessel (EPV) and oil well test/production facilities to undertake extended testing in the Balai Cluster offshore oil and gas field in Malaysia. EPV designed for 95% up-time utilising fast-track construction methodology to realise early production and return to stakeholders. - Identified and selected suitable operational marine vessel within two weeks, meeting JVP cost and performance requirements for conversion to EPV. - Set expectations within the organisation and JVPs about safety, hazard identification and risk assessment methods. - Established and communicated JVP strategy around optimising regulatory compliance regimes, which called for significant change in the scope and pace of the construction activities. - Implement and manage fast-track conversion-based methodology adopted by JV partners, requiring a hands-on practical approach in the demolition and construction phases. Show less Tri-party joint venture project to design and construct an early production vessel (EPV) and oil well test/production facilities to undertake extended testing in the Balai Cluster offshore oil and gas field in Malaysia. EPV designed for 95% up-time utilising fast-track construction methodology to realise early production and return to stakeholders. - Identified and selected suitable operational marine vessel within two weeks, meeting JVP cost and performance requirements for conversion… Show more Tri-party joint venture project to design and construct an early production vessel (EPV) and oil well test/production facilities to undertake extended testing in the Balai Cluster offshore oil and gas field in Malaysia. EPV designed for 95% up-time utilising fast-track construction methodology to realise early production and return to stakeholders. - Identified and selected suitable operational marine vessel within two weeks, meeting JVP cost and performance requirements for conversion to EPV. - Set expectations within the organisation and JVPs about safety, hazard identification and risk assessment methods. - Established and communicated JVP strategy around optimising regulatory compliance regimes, which called for significant change in the scope and pace of the construction activities. - Implement and manage fast-track conversion-based methodology adopted by JV partners, requiring a hands-on practical approach in the demolition and construction phases. Show less

Project Manager

• Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

The Basker, Manta and Gummy (BMG) fields located in the offshore Gippsland Basin, 56 kilometres south of the Victorian coast, first began producing oil in late 2005. The surface infrastructure consisted of the (dynamically positioned) Crystal Ocean Floating Production Storage and Offtake (FPSO) vessel along with the Basker Spirit (Shuttle Tanker) vessel. The field ceased production in 2010 and the floating assets were demobilised in 2011. - Lead and manage all aspects of re-delivery… Show more The Basker, Manta and Gummy (BMG) fields located in the offshore Gippsland Basin, 56 kilometres south of the Victorian coast, first began producing oil in late 2005. The surface infrastructure consisted of the (dynamically positioned) Crystal Ocean Floating Production Storage and Offtake (FPSO) vessel along with the Basker Spirit (Shuttle Tanker) vessel. The field ceased production in 2010 and the floating assets were demobilised in 2011. - Lead and manage all aspects of re-delivery, including lay-up period and shipyard refurbishment for both floating assets to respective Owner’s Rubicon Offshore and Teekay Shipping. - Provide strategic advice on emerging issues and performance trends/risks throughout contract execution which mitigated outcomes from commercial disputes ensuring fast resolution and best value to Client Show less The Basker, Manta and Gummy (BMG) fields located in the offshore Gippsland Basin, 56 kilometres south of the Victorian coast, first began producing oil in late 2005. The surface infrastructure consisted of the (dynamically positioned) Crystal Ocean Floating Production Storage and Offtake (FPSO) vessel along with the Basker Spirit (Shuttle Tanker) vessel. The field ceased production in 2010 and the floating assets were demobilised in 2011. - Lead and manage all aspects of re-delivery… Show more The Basker, Manta and Gummy (BMG) fields located in the offshore Gippsland Basin, 56 kilometres south of the Victorian coast, first began producing oil in late 2005. The surface infrastructure consisted of the (dynamically positioned) Crystal Ocean Floating Production Storage and Offtake (FPSO) vessel along with the Basker Spirit (Shuttle Tanker) vessel. The field ceased production in 2010 and the floating assets were demobilised in 2011. - Lead and manage all aspects of re-delivery, including lay-up period and shipyard refurbishment for both floating assets to respective Owner’s Rubicon Offshore and Teekay Shipping. - Provide strategic advice on emerging issues and performance trends/risks throughout contract execution which mitigated outcomes from commercial disputes ensuring fast resolution and best value to Client Show less

Senior Marine Consultant

• 2011 - 2011

Provision of expert advice and onsite management of operational activities onboard the FPSO Cossack Pioneer in order to facilitate the handover from Woodside Energy Ltd to Chevron Shipping Company. Activities focus on the coordination of pre-docking preparations including hydrocarbon process draining, tank washing, gas freeing and survey. Provision of expert advice and onsite management of operational activities onboard the FPSO Cossack Pioneer in order to facilitate the handover from Woodside Energy Ltd to Chevron Shipping Company. Activities focus on the coordination of pre-docking preparations including hydrocarbon process draining, tank washing, gas freeing and survey.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2010 - 2011

Provide strategic technical advice to the senior environmental group for Caltex Australia and assist in undertaking audits of Caltex’s Marine and terminal infrastructure around Australia in order to develop the business’s risk profile, and advice related to the construction of a motorised refueling barge in Vietnam Provide strategic technical advice to the senior environmental group for Caltex Australia and assist in undertaking audits of Caltex’s Marine and terminal infrastructure around Australia in order to develop the business’s risk profile, and advice related to the construction of a motorised refueling barge in Vietnam

Project Manager

• Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

Engaged as Project Manager (EPC) for the Commonwealth of Australia to design, engineer, construct, commission and successfully deliver a 400MT container barge for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, on-time and on-budget. Engaged as Project Manager (EPC) for the Commonwealth of Australia to design, engineer, construct, commission and successfully deliver a 400MT container barge for the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, on-time and on-budget.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2010

Implement a suite of offshore facility performance standards in accordance with identified major accident and environmental hazards (MAE/MAH), and ensure alignment with the facility safety case and technical integrity maintenance tasks for the FPSO Nganhurra, FPSO Okha, FPSO Cossack Pioneer and FPSO Northern Endeavour. Facilitate workshops with technical authorities, facility engineers, and technical safety and risk personnel to ensure safety and environmental critical elements for… Show more Implement a suite of offshore facility performance standards in accordance with identified major accident and environmental hazards (MAE/MAH), and ensure alignment with the facility safety case and technical integrity maintenance tasks for the FPSO Nganhurra, FPSO Okha, FPSO Cossack Pioneer and FPSO Northern Endeavour. Facilitate workshops with technical authorities, facility engineers, and technical safety and risk personnel to ensure safety and environmental critical elements for offshore systems are managing a major accident event or major environmental hazard. Author a suite of Technical Integrity maintenance procedures, ensuring alignment against applicable performance criteria and implement changes to the CMMS (SAP). Show less Implement a suite of offshore facility performance standards in accordance with identified major accident and environmental hazards (MAE/MAH), and ensure alignment with the facility safety case and technical integrity maintenance tasks for the FPSO Nganhurra, FPSO Okha, FPSO Cossack Pioneer and FPSO Northern Endeavour. Facilitate workshops with technical authorities, facility engineers, and technical safety and risk personnel to ensure safety and environmental critical elements for… Show more Implement a suite of offshore facility performance standards in accordance with identified major accident and environmental hazards (MAE/MAH), and ensure alignment with the facility safety case and technical integrity maintenance tasks for the FPSO Nganhurra, FPSO Okha, FPSO Cossack Pioneer and FPSO Northern Endeavour. Facilitate workshops with technical authorities, facility engineers, and technical safety and risk personnel to ensure safety and environmental critical elements for offshore systems are managing a major accident event or major environmental hazard. Author a suite of Technical Integrity maintenance procedures, ensuring alignment against applicable performance criteria and implement changes to the CMMS (SAP). Show less

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2009 - 2009

Undertake a feasibility study for the FPSO Stybarrow Venture to determine the capability to offtake oil condensate via tandem mooring to Suezmax size oil tankers. Deliver an offshore mooring analysis that determines dynamic loads, identify and list operational control measures and ensure regulatory compliance. Undertake a feasibility study for the FPSO Stybarrow Venture to determine the capability to offtake oil condensate via tandem mooring to Suezmax size oil tankers. Deliver an offshore mooring analysis that determines dynamic loads, identify and list operational control measures and ensure regulatory compliance.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2009 - 2009

Provision of expert advice on field operations, risks, environmental and technical requirements for undertaking ship-to-ship crude oil transfers off the coast of NSW. Lead risk-workshops studying oil pollution requirements, identify personnel and equipment risks and provide onsite training of staff in underway mooring of oil tankers at sea. Provision (and acceptance) of part of the environmental submission to the Commonwealth of Australia, and provision of the ship-to-ship operations manual… Show more Provision of expert advice on field operations, risks, environmental and technical requirements for undertaking ship-to-ship crude oil transfers off the coast of NSW. Lead risk-workshops studying oil pollution requirements, identify personnel and equipment risks and provide onsite training of staff in underway mooring of oil tankers at sea. Provision (and acceptance) of part of the environmental submission to the Commonwealth of Australia, and provision of the ship-to-ship operations manual to Caltex. Show less Provision of expert advice on field operations, risks, environmental and technical requirements for undertaking ship-to-ship crude oil transfers off the coast of NSW. Lead risk-workshops studying oil pollution requirements, identify personnel and equipment risks and provide onsite training of staff in underway mooring of oil tankers at sea. Provision (and acceptance) of part of the environmental submission to the Commonwealth of Australia, and provision of the ship-to-ship operations manual… Show more Provision of expert advice on field operations, risks, environmental and technical requirements for undertaking ship-to-ship crude oil transfers off the coast of NSW. Lead risk-workshops studying oil pollution requirements, identify personnel and equipment risks and provide onsite training of staff in underway mooring of oil tankers at sea. Provision (and acceptance) of part of the environmental submission to the Commonwealth of Australia, and provision of the ship-to-ship operations manual to Caltex. Show less

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2009 - 2009

Undertake a feasibility study examining the long term effects of crude oil storage offshore on VLCC’s, including examination of vapour recovery systems, chemical treatments, environmental and personnel hazards and commercial impact. Undertake a feasibility study examining the long term effects of crude oil storage offshore on VLCC’s, including examination of vapour recovery systems, chemical treatments, environmental and personnel hazards and commercial impact.

Senior Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2009

Attend on-board various trading oil tankers as SBM Client Representative to provide strategic advice in order to assess the operability and feasibility for future conversions of oil tankers to FPSOs and report on operational and technical matters as required. Attend on-board various trading oil tankers as SBM Client Representative to provide strategic advice in order to assess the operability and feasibility for future conversions of oil tankers to FPSOs and report on operational and technical matters as required.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2008

Undertake a peer review of the Department of Justice’s draft Emergency Management Framework for Victorian Ports and provide comment and strategic forward plan for GeelongPort against each of the 30 recommendations. Undertake a peer review of the Department of Justice’s draft Emergency Management Framework for Victorian Ports and provide comment and strategic forward plan for GeelongPort against each of the 30 recommendations.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2008

Undertake an operational risk review for Melbourne Dockland Marine’s operations and document findings in a format that is consistent with the key elements of the City of Melbourne’s Risk Management Framework. Undertake an operational risk review for Melbourne Dockland Marine’s operations and document findings in a format that is consistent with the key elements of the City of Melbourne’s Risk Management Framework.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2008

Investigate and determine the requirements for the future strategic development of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands freight / passenger handling vessels. Undertake operational requirements analysis, procurement plan, and author the tender and contract documents for an un-motorised and motorised barge, and ferry. Liaise with State and Federal survey authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues with existing vessels, and provide project schedules, budgets, and Inspection and Test Plans… Show more Investigate and determine the requirements for the future strategic development of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands freight / passenger handling vessels. Undertake operational requirements analysis, procurement plan, and author the tender and contract documents for an un-motorised and motorised barge, and ferry. Liaise with State and Federal survey authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues with existing vessels, and provide project schedules, budgets, and Inspection and Test Plans to enable fast-track construction and delivery timetables. Consult on the future port construction and initiate discussion between key stakeholders to align the fixed infrastructure and mooring facilities design to ensure compatibility with the proposed vessels. Show less Investigate and determine the requirements for the future strategic development of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands freight / passenger handling vessels. Undertake operational requirements analysis, procurement plan, and author the tender and contract documents for an un-motorised and motorised barge, and ferry. Liaise with State and Federal survey authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues with existing vessels, and provide project schedules, budgets, and Inspection and Test Plans… Show more Investigate and determine the requirements for the future strategic development of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands freight / passenger handling vessels. Undertake operational requirements analysis, procurement plan, and author the tender and contract documents for an un-motorised and motorised barge, and ferry. Liaise with State and Federal survey authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues with existing vessels, and provide project schedules, budgets, and Inspection and Test Plans to enable fast-track construction and delivery timetables. Consult on the future port construction and initiate discussion between key stakeholders to align the fixed infrastructure and mooring facilities design to ensure compatibility with the proposed vessels. Show less

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2008

Implement a complete occupational health and safety system for start-up of an offshore supply and logistics company. Author a suite of operating procedures and policies ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 standards. Liaise with Commonwealth authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues and facilitate registration of existing offshore supply vessel. Provide a health, safety and environment management system for GML’s supply base in accordance with AS4804 and… Show more Implement a complete occupational health and safety system for start-up of an offshore supply and logistics company. Author a suite of operating procedures and policies ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 standards. Liaise with Commonwealth authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues and facilitate registration of existing offshore supply vessel. Provide a health, safety and environment management system for GML’s supply base in accordance with AS4804 and ISO 14001. Show less Implement a complete occupational health and safety system for start-up of an offshore supply and logistics company. Author a suite of operating procedures and policies ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 standards. Liaise with Commonwealth authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues and facilitate registration of existing offshore supply vessel. Provide a health, safety and environment management system for GML’s supply base in accordance with AS4804 and… Show more Implement a complete occupational health and safety system for start-up of an offshore supply and logistics company. Author a suite of operating procedures and policies ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 standards. Liaise with Commonwealth authorities in order to resolve statutory compliance issues and facilitate registration of existing offshore supply vessel. Provide a health, safety and environment management system for GML’s supply base in accordance with AS4804 and ISO 14001. Show less

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2008 - 2008

Provide advice on the suitability and structure of Sebuku Jetty (Indonesia) used for coal exports. Comment on previous structural assessments; review the design calculations and recommendations for future use. Conduct an onsite operational review at the Mt Muro (Indonesia) mine site on the roll on – roll off ferry transporting Tasat – Rabu ore across the Barito River and report on operational, technical and safety procedures, including a design and stability assessment. Provide advice on the suitability and structure of Sebuku Jetty (Indonesia) used for coal exports. Comment on previous structural assessments; review the design calculations and recommendations for future use. Conduct an onsite operational review at the Mt Muro (Indonesia) mine site on the roll on – roll off ferry transporting Tasat – Rabu ore across the Barito River and report on operational, technical and safety procedures, including a design and stability assessment.

Conversion Manager

• Feb 2007 - Dec 2007

Conversion Manager (via EPCM Contractor) to manage the marine conversion aspects of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA to the extended well test (EPT) production facility FPSO Shiraz. Manage the marine and topsides integration and develop a suite of documents for inclusion in the Basis of Design. - Manage the re-commissioning of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA for proposed future conversion to an extended well test vessel (EPT). - Undertake inspection surveys and translate into economic evaluation for… Show more Conversion Manager (via EPCM Contractor) to manage the marine conversion aspects of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA to the extended well test (EPT) production facility FPSO Shiraz. Manage the marine and topsides integration and develop a suite of documents for inclusion in the Basis of Design. - Manage the re-commissioning of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA for proposed future conversion to an extended well test vessel (EPT). - Undertake inspection surveys and translate into economic evaluation for project costing. - Provide onboard training of Filipino crew and manage the sail from Henderson (Australia) to PT Karimun (Indonesia) including the design and implementation of equipment required to undertake a commercial voyage as a general cargo vessel, ensuring compliance with all international regulations. Provide the necessary documentation to enable registration of the vessel in the Cayman Islands. - Undertake initial site survey of vessel to understand the feasibility for conversion to a FPSO and translate into economic evaluation for project costing. Manage marine elements as part of a fast-track FEED study. - Participate and lead various HAZOPs, HAZIDs and Constructability reviews to ensure alignment across all Project stakeholders. - Develop and maintain formal reporting documentation to ensure full visibility of Project activities to Client. Show less Conversion Manager (via EPCM Contractor) to manage the marine conversion aspects of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA to the extended well test (EPT) production facility FPSO Shiraz. Manage the marine and topsides integration and develop a suite of documents for inclusion in the Basis of Design. - Manage the re-commissioning of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA for proposed future conversion to an extended well test vessel (EPT). - Undertake inspection surveys and translate into economic evaluation for… Show more Conversion Manager (via EPCM Contractor) to manage the marine conversion aspects of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA to the extended well test (EPT) production facility FPSO Shiraz. Manage the marine and topsides integration and develop a suite of documents for inclusion in the Basis of Design. - Manage the re-commissioning of the ex-HMAS WESTRALIA for proposed future conversion to an extended well test vessel (EPT). - Undertake inspection surveys and translate into economic evaluation for project costing. - Provide onboard training of Filipino crew and manage the sail from Henderson (Australia) to PT Karimun (Indonesia) including the design and implementation of equipment required to undertake a commercial voyage as a general cargo vessel, ensuring compliance with all international regulations. Provide the necessary documentation to enable registration of the vessel in the Cayman Islands. - Undertake initial site survey of vessel to understand the feasibility for conversion to a FPSO and translate into economic evaluation for project costing. Manage marine elements as part of a fast-track FEED study. - Participate and lead various HAZOPs, HAZIDs and Constructability reviews to ensure alignment across all Project stakeholders. - Develop and maintain formal reporting documentation to ensure full visibility of Project activities to Client. Show less

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2007 - 2007

Undertake a design and operational review of Cunningham Pier and Alexander Thompson Jetty in Geelong in order to advise on the suitability of the mooring, fendering and structure to accommodate various sized cruise liners alongside without structural modifications or upgrades. Undertake a design and operational review of Cunningham Pier and Alexander Thompson Jetty in Geelong in order to advise on the suitability of the mooring, fendering and structure to accommodate various sized cruise liners alongside without structural modifications or upgrades.

Principal Marine Consultant

• 2006 - 2007

Conceive and implement crude oil transfers via ship-to-ship transfer within the Port of Hastings. Undertake environmental studies and submissions in consultation with stakeholders, regulatory authorities and facilitate all risk workshops. Author the hazard and risk management policies and procedures, permit to work system, STS operations manual and oil spill response plan and provide onsite operational management during off-takes. Conceive and implement crude oil transfers via ship-to-ship transfer within the Port of Hastings. Undertake environmental studies and submissions in consultation with stakeholders, regulatory authorities and facilitate all risk workshops. Author the hazard and risk management policies and procedures, permit to work system, STS operations manual and oil spill response plan and provide onsite operational management during off-takes.

Company Representative

• 2006 - 2007

Secure partnership with Fendercare Marine Ltd and provide strategic marine offshore expertise including provision of environmental compliance documentation in order to facilitate the transfer of oil and gas cargoes via ship to ship transfer within Australian waters. Secure partnership with Fendercare Marine Ltd and provide strategic marine offshore expertise including provision of environmental compliance documentation in order to facilitate the transfer of oil and gas cargoes via ship to ship transfer within Australian waters.

Operations Superintendent / DPA / CSO

• Mar 2005 - Nov 2006

Engaged as the Operations Superintendent (via EPC Contractor) for the Basker-Manta-Gummy project, managing initial deployment, rectification, operations and full field development shipyard upgrades for the FPSO Crystal Ocean. Engaged as the Operations Superintendent (via EPC Contractor) for the Basker-Manta-Gummy project, managing initial deployment, rectification, operations and full field development shipyard upgrades for the FPSO Crystal Ocean.

Operations Superintendent

• 2005 - 2005

Provide offshore operational and technical expertise to BP’s Integrated Supply and Trading Division - Eastern Hemisphere Provide offshore operational and technical expertise to BP’s Integrated Supply and Trading Division - Eastern Hemisphere

Marine Engineer Officer

• 1998 - 2005

Marine and Industrial Surveyor

• 1997 - 1998

Marine Engineer Officer

• 1996 - 1997

Project Officer

• 1996 - 1996

Marine Engineer Officer

• 1992 - 1996