Daniel Pluess
Pasadena SA,SA
Summary
Relevant experience in communicating aviation safety related information as MASC ,Boeing Defence Australia at RAAF EDN.
Previous role as Technical Writer, Propulsion Systems BDA Engineering.
Thorough understanding of Base and Line Maintenance practices and application of Human Factors. with over 20 years experience as a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with Qantas Airways Ltd. Extensive technical knowledge on B737 classic & NG ,B767-2/300,A320 and B787 Aircraft.
Lead Quality Safety Auditors Course, Southpac Jan. 2021.
P-8A MAML 92 Wing Technical Training Nov. 2021
Experience with the setting up and running an DASA SMS in Base Maintenance for P-8A Poseidon Aircraft.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Aviation Safety Coordinator
Boeing Defence Australia
RAAF Edinburgh, SA
05.2022 - Current
- Investigation of incidents to determine root cause, make recommendations for corrective action.
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Developed safety training procedures and authored procedures for high risk work in Base Maintenance.
- Create documents for Base Maintenance Hazardous waste disposal, ( HAZCHEM) Risk Assess new chemicals for use in Maintenance.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Implemented safety training and delivery of briefings on aircraft safety leading to improvements in safety culture.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Performed as safety consultant for P-8A (B737 NG derivative) Technicians to deliver expertise in safety criteria, technical directives and operational methods.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Boeing Defence Australia
RAAF Edinburgh, SA
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed P-8A Poseidon Aircraft Type Training at 92 WG RAAF EDN. Technical Training School.
- Source and procure Tooling, GSE and workshop related consumables for the set up of P-8A Part 145 Base Maintenance.
- Set up procedures for the safe use of equipment used in the course of Heavy Maintenance.
- Carry out Risk Assessments for Working at Heights, Fuel Tank Entry, Hot Works,Stored Energy and Compressed Gases /Oxygen Handling.
Technical Writer-Propulsion Systems
Boeing Defence Australia
RAAF Edinburgh , SA
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Communicate with customer representatives ( 11SQN RAAF personnel) on technical matters pertaining to CFM-56-7 BE(27) and Honeywell APU .
- Trouble shoot and provide timely feedback for all related Powerplant problems.
- Researched and compile technical articles on CFM Powerplants for distribution to SRSPO (Surveillance and Response Group).
- Observed in-progress operations to identify important steps for technical instructions.
- Create technical summaries for decision making in an engineering processes.
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Qantas Airways
Adelaide, SA
05.1996 - 09.2020
- Performed troubleshooting and fault diagnosis in the Line Maintenance environment.
- Inspected aircraft for compliance with regulations, company standards and safety requirements.
- Perform,supervise and certify aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved data and Qantas Part 145 MOE.
- Problem solving with a demonstrated ability for applying technical knowledge, fact finding, using appropriate resources and implementing safe solutions.
- CASA AME Liscences on B737-3/400, B767-2/300, B737NG, A320, ANZ B787-9/10.
- CASA AME Electrical Exclusions
Education
Associate of Applied Science - B787-9/10 RR Trent Type Course
Air New Zealand Technical Training School
Auckland NZ10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate IV AME Elec. Exclusion Removal
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate IV in Aeroskills
TAFE Southern Sydney Institute
Sydney NSW12.1998
Skills
- Safety Coordination
- Safety Audit
- Occupational Health Hazards
- Safety Inspections
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Job Safety Analysis/Risk Assessment's
- Incident Investigation
- Technical aptitude and Aircraft Systems knowledge
- Work Process Analysis
- Safety Behaviours
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Mentoring
- Positive Reporting Culture
Timeline
Maintenance Aviation Safety Coordinator
Boeing Defence Australia
05.2022 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Boeing Defence Australia
09.2021 - 05.2022
Technical Writer-Propulsion Systems
Boeing Defence Australia
09.2020 - 09.2021
Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Qantas Airways
05.1996 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - B787-9/10 RR Trent Type Course
Air New Zealand Technical Training School
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate IV AME Elec. Exclusion Removal
Kangan Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate IV in Aeroskills
TAFE Southern Sydney Institute
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