Luke Johnston
Pallarenda,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Signalling Systems Technician with a robust background at Queensland Rail, adept in fault finding and root cause analysis alongside proven expertise in training and mentoring. Excelled in advancing signalling system quality and performance, leveraging skills in both technical support and asset management and condition monitoring. Demonstrates a strong blend of hands-on technical proficiency and leadership capabilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Signalling Systems Officer
Queensland Rail
10.2009 - 05.2024
- Conduct workplace coaching/training and workplace assessment against competency standards for Certificate IV - Electrical Rail Signalling (UEE41211)
- Progress the implementation and application of quality principles and practices through implementing quality procedures relating to the maintenance of signalling systems.
- Conduct technical inspections and audits of the asset and report on the condition of the asset and the effectiveness of the maintenance.
- Investigate and report on signalling system incidents, re-occurring failures and performance anomalies.
- Provide technical support to Network Wayside staff.
- Carry out the testing, commissioning and maintenance of signalling equipment.
- Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvement initiatives.
- Maintain all records and associated documentation relating to asset condition, maintenance programs and costing systems.
Senior Signal Electrician
Queensland Rail
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Install, maintain, and repair Signalling systems and equipment as per QR's signalling standards and operational procedures in the Townsville District.
- Participate in 24hr on-call roster to respond to signalling faults and breakdowns.
- Responsible for on-the-job coaching/mentoring of Electrical Rail Signalling Candidates and Electrical Apprentices in the workplace.
Signal Electrician
Queensland Rail
03.2004 - 09.2006
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested Signalling systems and equipment under the broad supervision of the Senior Signal Electrician.
- Undertake training and assessment to complete the Certificate IV - Electrical Rail Signalling.
Apprentice Electrician
Queensland Rail
03.2000 - 03.2004
- Worked predominately as an electrical offsider to the Signal Electricians with installation, maintenance, repairs and testing of signalling systems and equipment.
- Gained experience in domestic and industrial electrical work with the QR Facilities team and Borresen Electrical Contractor. (approx 8 months)
- Gained experience in HV testing of substation and HV equipment at Ergon Energy - Test Section (approx. 3 months)
- Completed Certificate III - Electrotechnology to gain my Electrical Fitter/Mechanic licence.
Education
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Fortress Learning
04.2019
Certificate IV - Leadership And Management
Australian Institute of Management
10.2018
Certificate IV - Electrical Rail Signalling
SkillsTech Australia
TAFE Queensland07.2013
Certificate IV - Transport And Distribution (Rail Infrastructure)
Queensland Rail
12.2006
Skills
- Fault finding and Root Cause Analysis
- Training, Coaching, and Mentoring
- Protection Officer - trained in QNRP
- Auditing of signalling maintenance to industry standards and procedures
- Asset condition monitoring
- Highly skilled in the maintenance, installation and repair of the following:
- Westrace, Microlok, VPI and relay interlockings, Telemetry systems, ATP and Electric signals
- Safetran (S20, S40, S60), EB, WRRS Boom Mechanisms
- Relay and PBI Level crossing control equipment
- Siemens, Thales and Frauscher axle counter equipment
- 84M, Electro-Hydraulic, M2, M23A Points machines
- DC, AC/DC, High Voltage Impulse Track Circuits
- Standby Power supplies (Alternators and Battery banks)
Certification
- TLILIC2001 - Licence to operate a Forklift truck
- RIIHAN301D - Operate EWP (under 11 metres)
- CPC10108 - Construction (white card)
- RIIWHS204E - Work safely at heights
- Many other qualification listed on my QR Employment history upon request.
Timeline
Signalling Systems Officer
Queensland Rail
10.2009 - 05.2024
Senior Signal Electrician
Queensland Rail
09.2006 - 10.2009
Signal Electrician
Queensland Rail
03.2004 - 09.2006
Apprentice Electrician
Queensland Rail
03.2000 - 03.2004
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Fortress Learning
Certificate IV - Leadership And Management
Australian Institute of Management
Certificate IV - Electrical Rail Signalling
SkillsTech Australia
Certificate IV - Transport And Distribution (Rail Infrastructure)
Queensland Rail
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