Bill Shaw
Lyndoch,Australia
Summary
Experienced Qualifications Manager with a proven track record in enhancing workforce capabilities through comprehensive training programs. Skilled in developing instructional designs and fostering team collaboration to ensure safety compliance and operational improvement. Successfully led initiatives that significantly improved rail operations efficiency across multiple sites
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Qualifications Manager
SCT Logistics
Penfield/Altona, SA
12.2023 - Current
- Led and supported SCT Driver Trainers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed robust training plans, enhancing workforce capabilities in rail operations.
- Advanced trainee drivers' skills through structured on-the-job training programs.
- Managed Competency Management System support and oversight effectively.
- Negotiated quality training resource contracts with service providers.
Driver/Driver Trainer – Rail Operations
SCT Logistics
Penfield/Altona
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Cert IV Qualified Locomotive Driver – Operating SCT train services
- Assisting with Trainee Driver progression
- Supporting new Trainer Drivers in application of new skills and understanding on job training and assessing
Driver/Driver Trainer/Technical Trainer – Rail Operations
Trojan Rail
Broken Hill
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated locomotives from Broken Hill to Kalgoorlie, ensuring safe, efficient service.
- Delivered induction and on-the-job training to equip new starters with essential skills.
- Assessed locomotive drivers' and seconds' proficiency through targeted evaluations.
- Led sessions on safe working practices and reaccreditation, updating policies as needed.
- Coordinated trainee programs by partnering with internal teams and external providers.
Technical Trainer – Rail Operations
One Rail Australia
Kilburn, SA
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Led induction and corporate training for operations, infrastructure, and maintenance staff—establishing a solid operational base and targeted sessions for new Rail Operations Trainees.
- Facilitated locomotive operations training for new staff, ensuring robust competence.
- Reinforced safety protocols by instructing on safe working practices and updating training materials.
- Operated locomotives and trains efficiently, ensuring readiness via effective shunting and marshalling.
- Coordinated trainee programs by collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
Senior Training Facilitator – Rail
DPTI Learning and Development
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Focus on development of RPL programme for current employees to the new Cert IV Train Driving (EBA requirements)
- Leading trainees and new staff in performance of their duties
- Classroom and location training for Rail operations and infrastructure new employees
- Design and implementation of training for current rail operation staff
- Design and implementation of new accredited training material for new and existing staff
- Operation and scenario development for 4000 Class Rail Simulator
- Liaising with external and internal stakeholders in various aspects of training requirements
- Assisting with development of Network/Train Control accredited training
Suburban Train Driver/ Trainer Driver
DPTI/Adelaide Metro
01.2014 - 09.2020
- Preparation of rail cars for service
- Operation of 3000 and 4000 class (also previously 2000 class) railcars across the AMPRN
- Shunting, coupling and uncoupling rail cars as required
- Provision of classroom and on job training for new drivers
- Providing direction and leadership for new employees during and after their training
- Assisting L&D in development of new training materials
Senior Facilitator – Rail (ASO6)
DPTI Learning and Development
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Leading trainees and new staff in performance of their duties
- Classroom and location training for Rail operations and infrastructure new employees
- Design and implementation of training for current rail operation staff
- Design and implementation of new accredited training material for new and existing staff
- Operation and scenario development for 4000 Class Rail Simulator
- Liaising with external and internal stakeholders in various aspects of training requirements
- Work place literacy and numeracy focus area
Operational Maintainer Level 5/2nd Person
Aurizon (WA Bulk West)
10.2010 - 01.2014
- Team leader role in the provision of on job training for new employees
- Conducting shunting and marshalling of trains
- Undertaking examination and inspection of rolling stock to identify/rectify faults
- Performing mainline rail safety and performance tasks
- Performing brake testing, loading and unloading of trains loaded with Alumina, Caustic, and Coal
- Working as a Driver Assistant on locomotives whenever required
- Managing the servicing of locomotives and wagons
- Liaising with external and internal providers for material and service requirements
Education
TAE50116 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
TIME Education And Training
Adelaide01.2020
TAE50216 - Diploma of Training Design and Development
TIME Education And Training
Adelaide01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education; English Major
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01.1997
TLI42622 - Certificate IV in Train Driving
Rail Ready
Newcastle01.2021
TLI42615 - Certificate IV – Train Driving (Urban Electric)
Rail Commissioner RTO - Adelaide Metro
Adelaide, SA01.2018
Skills
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- Customer care
- Rail Operations Management
- Training Program Development
- Safety Standards Implementation
- Training, Mentorship and Coaching
- Contract Negotiation
Certification
- TLI42622 Certificate IV in Train Driving, 2021
- TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training, 2020
- TAE50216 Diploma of Training Design and Development, 2020
- TLI42615 Certificate IV – Train Driving (Urban Electric), 2018
- Bachelor of Arts (Education); English Major, 1993 - 1997
References
- Mr Chris Naldrett, Former Head of Health, Safety, Compliance & Wellness, SCT Logistics, 0477 224 019
- Mr Phil Christie, Head of Service Delivery, Keolis Downer, 0430 940 679
- Mr Richard Balderson, Driver Trainer - RTA, Aurizon QLD, 0427 037 223
Timeline
Qualifications Manager
SCT Logistics
12.2023 - Current
Driver/Driver Trainer – Rail Operations
SCT Logistics
08.2023 - 12.2023
Driver/Driver Trainer/Technical Trainer – Rail Operations
Trojan Rail
01.2022 - 08.2023
Technical Trainer – Rail Operations
One Rail Australia
09.2020 - 01.2022
Senior Training Facilitator – Rail
DPTI Learning and Development
10.2018 - 09.2020
Senior Facilitator – Rail (ASO6)
DPTI Learning and Development
04.2016 - 04.2017
Suburban Train Driver/ Trainer Driver
DPTI/Adelaide Metro
01.2014 - 09.2020
Operational Maintainer Level 5/2nd Person
Aurizon (WA Bulk West)
10.2010 - 01.2014
TAE50116 - Diploma of Vocational Education and Training
TIME Education And Training
TAE50216 - Diploma of Training Design and Development
TIME Education And Training
Bachelor of Arts - Education; English Major
Edith Cowan University
TLI42622 - Certificate IV in Train Driving
Rail Ready
TLI42615 - Certificate IV – Train Driving (Urban Electric)
Rail Commissioner RTO - Adelaide Metro
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