Mar 2021 – Dec 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos · Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid

• My current roles and achievements within Douglas are:
• Part of steering committee for Quality/Data Integrity working group (GAMP, PIC/S, GMP / GLP)
• I am one of the small team of Douglas SMEs with regards to CSE / CSV especially regarding OT and Digital systems and provide advice and guidance whilst leading the steering team on direction and upcoming governance.
• I am also currently working on a largescale MES/eBR shopfloor digitization project along with developing our ICS Cyber-Security governance in order to incorporate the planned IIoT/Ind 4.0 connected environment.
• I am involved in the machine safety committee which builds on my involvement in the award-winning MS project we did at Frucor.
• Some of the vocational qualifications I have gain in my career are:
• CMSE® - Certified Machinery Safety Expert (TÜV NORD); FsEng SIS (TÜV Rheinland) - Functional Safety Engineer - Safety Instrumented Systems; Prince 2 - Project Management Practitioner; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Continuous Improvement; NEBOSH - Occupational Health & Safety; Kneat eValidation Power User; GAMP5 Computerized Systems Compliance as well as various other courses and online training within LinkedIn.
• I am currently increasing my knowledge on OT Cybersecurity as I see this as being an important part of the future landscape for any facility with A&C and it is often misunderstood and underfunded/resourced.

Jan 2018 – Mar 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

• Automation Manager specializing in PLC/SCADA/HMI/Safety Systems at Frucor Suntory.
• My focus is to manage the Automation & Controls team who are responsible for maintaining, improving and modifying legacy systems within the facility whilst also working on new projects including System Optimisation, Equipment Upgrades/Migration and new installs.
• The Automation team’s remit covers Process Control, ROBOTs, PLC/SCADA/HMI, all configurable equipment & systems, Networks and CIP & Services/Utilities, projects (FEED, FAT/SAT & Commissioning) within the batching, pasteurizing and packaging areas. Our aim is to reduce downtime and improve OEE whilst developing, improving and modernizing our systems of work.
• My role also involves setting procedures and standards in process, documentation, management & supervision, training and projects.

Feb 2016 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr 10 mos · Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area

• Controls & Automation Manager / Operations Project Lead (Prince2 Project Management Practitioner) specializing in PLC/SCADA/HMI/Safety Systems with Teva's Pharmaceutical facility,
• My role involves the introduction of new Control Systems and Automated Equipment. I am also involved in the optimization & improvement of the existing systems within the scope of cGMP, GAMP5, 21 CFR-11 .
• My role also involves CSV, Validation, Documentation (URS, IQ/OQ etc), Serialisation and Generation of SOP's,TAR's and Work Instructions as well as improving and modifying existing procedures. I am also involved in project FAT/SAT, Commissioning, Controls & Automation Training and a mentor role within the engineering department

Apr 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 8 mos · ORIGIN Energy - APLNG Project, Brisbane, Queensland (until Jan 2016)

• Commissioning Engineer on the Origin APLNG Project:
• Member of the Central Commissioning team for Process Automation & Control Systems (SCADA, DCS / PLC / SIS), as part of the start up of the APLNG Upstream Phase 1 project including:
• Existing Facility, Gas Processing Facilities, Water Treatment Facilities, Pipeline Compression
• Facilities, Well Control Systems, Water Gathering Systems and Integrated Central and Remote Operation Centers.

Jan 2012 – Mar 2014 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Runcorn, UK

• My ICSS role includes Production, Modification, Upgrade and Migration of ESD / Fire & Gas Safety Systems, DCS Control Systems, FAST Tools SCADA and MULCOM Comms system.
• This involves working to the requirements of the clients instructions and procedures including production and control of all associated documentation.
• Projects:
• IUK Gas Compressor Station (Zeebrugge/Bacton) – ESD Safety System Modifications - Annual Shutdown (Lead Eng)
• WRG Allington – ESD Safety System/DCS Upgrade
• BGE Gas Compressor Station – Safety System Upgade/DCS Migration
• Shell - OPC Comms Testing IFAT/Safety Systems Service/MulCom Upgrade/F&G System Modifications
• AGC Chemicals – ESD Safety System Modifications
• BP Bruce – ESD Safety System Support
• SGN – ProSafe RS ESD System Modifications

Jun 2008 – Jan 2012 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Greater Liverpool Area

• Senior BMS Control System Engineer including Support and Maintenance of the Fire Protection, BMS, EBI, Security and Control Systems and associated IT/Network/LonBus
• Providing supervision to the Systems Maintenance team with 12 permanent staff and various contractors as required
• Creation and management of site related documentation
• Health and Safety (Honeywell Representative for H&S Committee)
• Time and Cost Control
• Legislative Documentation
• Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules
• Quotations and cost saving exercises
• Ordering and procurement
• Systems of operation to ensure that time is spent at maximum productivity.

Mar 2006 – Jun 2008 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area

• I was responsible for running the IT and Automation Department.
• This included specifying equipment, training staff, quoting, designing/writing/installing and commissioning a variety of projects.
• The production of bespoke Industrial Process Control software (SCADA and PLC) developed to suit specific project requirements.
• Production and control of associated documentation including FAT/SAT's, FDS, Commissioning and Quotations.
• Managing the IT Department, maintaining all aspects of IT within the workplace including Server Maintenance, Network Control, Procurement, Software Control and Supervision of four staff.
• Maintaining two satellite offices

Sep 2003 – Mar 2006 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Widnes, Cheshire

• My work with Aston Dane involved:
• Writing and developing Process Control Software for a variety of turnkey projects (Water Treatment and Pharmaceutical). Controlling Factory/Site Acceptance Tests and sectional commissioning of completed systems including creating and maintaining the documentation to GAMP/FDA standard.
• Sole systems engineer on various plants dealing with troubleshooting, modifications, updates and call-outs.

Apr 2001 – Sep 2003 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Manchester Area, United Kingdom

• My role within Tyco consisted of:
• Process Automation and Control Software development (PLC/SCADA) including testing and documentation, on-site commissioning, modifications and troubleshooting. Systems experianced included Water Treatment, Manufacturing and Chemical processing plants.

Jan 2000 – Apr 2001 · 1 yr 3 mos · Runcorn

• My role within SLS consisted of:
• Process Automation and Control Software development (PLC/SCADA) including testing and documentation, on-site commissioning, modifications and troubleshooting.
• SLS was subsequently taken over by TYCO Control Systems

Jun 1996 – Dec 1999 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Warrington, England, United Kingdom

• At ICS my role consisted of:
• Producing mechanical & electrical designs for bespoke package handling systems in 3D.
• Conducting site surveys, and issuing work packs for manufacture, procurement, and installation and commissioning.
• Design and production of the SCADA and PLC Control Systems.

Jun 1991 – Jun 1996 · 5 yrs · St Helens, Merseyside

• Working as part of the Project Department, my role consisted of:
• Full design package for Tank Gauging Systems to suit specific projects.
• Dealing with customer's queries.
• Adapting bespoke SCADA package for each project
• Site surveys and commissioning.