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Luke McCabe

Crescent Head,NSW

Summary

I have quality experience within Engineering and Construction sectors locally, abroad and offshore. Committed to achieving operational goals, I take a structured approach to delivering projects and foster a collaborative working environment. Through developed technical, supervisory and interpersonal ability, I have achieved positive outcomes for the organisations I have engaged with and will endeavour to do so for future organisations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wind turbine Technician

ARC
04.2020 - Current
  • Preparation and installation of wind turbine components
  • Directing and coordinating lifting operations according to lift plan and installation procedures.
  • Operating plant such as 25tne Franna, Telehandler and EWP.
  • Use of hydraulic tensioning tools and high torque tools
  • General break-in maintenance, inspection and troubleshooting of turbine components
  • Documenting and reporting NCR's, ITP's, DPR's


Project

Clarke Creek – Main installation of Goldwind 4.5MW towers

Ryan’s Corner –Main installation Vestas V136 4.3MW towers

Rye Park – Main Installation of Enventus 6.0 MW towers

Gullen Range – 1.5MW Generator/blade bearing exchange

Bango wind farm - Main installation 5.3MW Cypress turbines

Biala wind farm - Main installation 3.5MW Gold wind turbines

Rigger/Mechanical Fitter

GT Technologies/Andrews and Rech Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assist in development of lift plan, rigging arrangement, risk assessment/HIRA, JHA's
  • Collaborated closely with engineering teams to design custom rigging solutions for unique project requirements.
  • Supervise installations/retrofits and maintenance works
  • Implement safe work practices for crew members
  • Conduct pre-start and safety meetings


Project

Various projects across GE wind farms

12.5 Tn FSO Gearbox coupling exchange (Qatar)

Field Joint Coater

Pipeline Induction Heat UK
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Preparation of field joint surface prior to blasting
  • Set up and operated powder coating and assorted power and hand tools.
  • High pressure grit blasting of field joint
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance tasks on coater equipment to maintain optimum functionality and extend its lifespan.
  • Powder coating joints using the FBE (fusion bonded epoxy) coating frame
  • Apply IMPP (injection moulded polypropylene) to field joint
  • Application of resin and canusa wraps
  • Record data such as temperature, salinity, surface roughness as per ITP
  • Repair and maintain equipment when necessary


Project

GWF-2 – Development – 16’’ CRA clad pipeline installation

Ichthys 42” Gas Export Pipeline Installation

Offshore Supervisor

Subcon Technologies
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Overseeing mobilisation, de-mobilisation, offshore installation and grouting operations
  • Coordinate operations with deck crew, ROV and dive support
  • Liaising with client, OCM and ROV during offshore operations
  • Preparation of daily progress reports
  • Ensuring material testing is completed in accordance with ITP
  • Preparation of equipment, spares, tools and PPE for a project
  • Rigging and dogging lifting operations
  • Implement safe work practices for crew members
  • Training new team members
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, minimizing unscheduled downtime and extending service life cycles.
  • Led daily meetings with crew members to review progress reports, discuss upcoming tasks, and address any concerns or challenges faced during operations.


Projects

Valhall Free-span Correction Campaign - Norway

Sydney Artificial Reef Installation

Rota 3 Free-Span Correction Campaign - Brazil

Wheatstone Subsea Installation (LCV2)

Project Engineer

Subcon Technologies
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Formulation of technical documentation such as offshore installation procedures, work packs, ITP's
  • On vessel engineering support/supervision during offshore execution phases
  • Liaising with clients throughout project duration, attending HAZOP, HIRA and project planning events
  • Preparation and submission of as-built reports, daily progress reports, NCR's
  • Ensuring material testing is completed in accordance with QA/QC documentation
  • Operation of plant during offshore operations
  • Organising project mobilisation and de-mobilisation
  • In house design and commissioning of grouting equipment
  • Repairing/maintaining equipment and formulating equipment maintenance manuals
  • Assist in the development of tenders where required


Project

Kingford Smtih Drive Upgrade – Scour Protection

Rota 3 Pipeline Installation – Brazil

Pluto Met Flow Line Repair & Mattress Installation

GWF-2 Mooring Pile, Design, Manufacture and Installation

Brighton Marina Caisson Remediation Project - England

Wheatstone Subsea Installation (LCV3) -

Rio Tinto Channel Marker Repair

Technician

Neptune Marine Services
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Installation of scour protection systems to PLET's and ILT's
  • Conducting pull-out/function tests for each structure to ensure correct deployment
  • Conduct QA/QC checklists


Project

Wheatstone SPS Fit-off

Undergraduate Engineer

Subcon Technologies
12.2013 - 02.2014
  • Formulation of technical documentation, work packs and offshore installation procedures
  • On vessel engineering support/supervision during offshore execution phases
  • Organising project mobilisation and de-mobilisation
  • In housed design and commissioning of grouting equipment
  • Operation of plant during offshore operations
  • Preparation and submission of as-built reports, daily progress reports, NCR's
  • Liaising with clients throughout project duration
  • Formulation of equipment maintenance manuals
  • Ensuring works are carried out as detailed by QA/QC documentation
  • Repairing and maintaining equipment
  • Assist in the development of tenders where required'


Project

Bayu Undan Export Pipeline Free-Span

Correction Campaign

Gorgon Heavy Lift, Tie-Ins and Spools Project

Carnegie Wave Energy

Rio Tinto Cape Lambert Wharf Pile Repair

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Engineerning

Curtin University
Perth, WA
01.2014

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Microsoft office

Computer aided design

Formulation and interpretation of technical documentation

Crane/telehandler/EWP operation

Practical and theoretical expertise of mechanical and hydraulic systems

Torquing techniques

Rigging equipment

Subsea installations

References

Upon Request

Certification

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Licence To Perform Rigging (Advanced Level)

Licence To Erect, Alter And Dismantle Scaffolding (Advanced Level)

Licence To Perform Dogging

Licence To Operate A Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform

Licence To Operate A Non-slewing Mobile Crane

Licence To Operate Forklift

GWO

BOSIET

Senior First Aid

Marine Safety Identification Card

Timeline

Wind turbine Technician

ARC
04.2020 - Current

Rigger/Mechanical Fitter

GT Technologies/Andrews and Rech Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 08.2019

Project Engineer

Subcon Technologies
01.2016 - 07.2017

Offshore Supervisor

Subcon Technologies
10.2015 - 12.2017

Field Joint Coater

Pipeline Induction Heat UK
01.2015 - 01.2018

Technician

Neptune Marine Services
01.2015 - 06.2015

Undergraduate Engineer

Subcon Technologies
12.2013 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Engineerning

Curtin University
Luke McCabe