Samuel Choy
Hunters Hill,NSW
Summary
Knowledgeable and proactive organiser, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Fabrication Officer / Technical Officer
Sydney University (Architecture Design Planning)
01.2011 - Current
Overseeing digital fabrication processes, such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting. Ensuring efficient production of prototypes and models. Collaboration with teachers and students to support educational objectives. Responsibilities include equipment management and process optimisation.
Lead Digital Technician
Makerspace And Co
03.2019 - 11.2020
- Trained team members on the proper use and maintenance of digital equipment. Including a Laser Cutter and 3D printer fleet.
Visitor Services Officer/Educator
Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
01.2015 - 08.2018
Physical education teacher
Triskills
01.2010 - 01.2012
Prop construction
Opera Australia
01.2008 - 01.2010
Set design construction
ABC Television
01.2006 - 01.2008
Restoring old furniture
Reclaim Antique shop
01.2005 - 01.2006
Social Educator (Perm P/T)
The Housing Connection
09.2003 - 06.2004
Education
Graduate Diploma in Education (secondary) - Technology and Applied Studies and Society and Culture
Australian Catholic University
01.2010
Bachelor of Industrial Design -
University of New South Wales
01.2005
One year of study towards Aeronautical Engineering degree -
University of Sydney
01.2000
Higher School Certificate - Engineering (Metal Fabrication & Welding)
Hunters Hill High School
01.1999
Engineering (Metal Fabrication & Welding) Certificate 1 -
TAFE
01.1999
Skills
- Machine Operation and Maintenance
- Certified Educator
- Team Management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Production Planning
- Safety assessment
Accomplishments
Lead designer/ coordinator of award-winning 2024 Mardi Gras float, recipient of two prestigious awards.
Affiliations
- Executive Committee member Citroen Car Club - NSW
- Mamas and Co Choir, Tenor-Bass
- Urban Discovery Society, Member
Software
- Fusion 360
- Rhino
- Cura Slicer
- 3D sprint
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office Suit
Activities
- Advanced open water scuba diver since December 2009
- Home mechanic maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting vintage cars
- Frequent museum and gallery visitor
References
- Gracie Guan, Digital Fabrication Coordinator, DMaF Lab, 0434624972, gracie.guan@sydney.edu.au
- Dr Phillip Gough, Senior Lecturer in Design, Sydney University, 02 9351 2116, phillip.gough@sydney.edu.au
- Kate Bowditch, Project Manager, Standards Australia, 0434355930 , kate.bowditch@gmail.com
- Ben Lang, Owner Operator of Avant Gardens, 0431213410, LenBang@hotmail.com
Timeline
Lead Digital Technician
Makerspace And Co
03.2019 - 11.2020
Visitor Services Officer/Educator
Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
01.2015 - 08.2018
Digital Fabrication Officer / Technical Officer
Sydney University (Architecture Design Planning)
01.2011 - Current
Physical education teacher
Triskills
01.2010 - 01.2012
Prop construction
Opera Australia
01.2008 - 01.2010
Set design construction
ABC Television
01.2006 - 01.2008
Restoring old furniture
Reclaim Antique shop
01.2005 - 01.2006
Social Educator (Perm P/T)
The Housing Connection
09.2003 - 06.2004
Graduate Diploma in Education (secondary) - Technology and Applied Studies and Society and Culture
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Industrial Design -
University of New South Wales
One year of study towards Aeronautical Engineering degree -
University of Sydney
Higher School Certificate - Engineering (Metal Fabrication & Welding)
Hunters Hill High School
Engineering (Metal Fabrication & Welding) Certificate 1 -
TAFE
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