Sandi Anderson

• Through a collaborative co-design process worked with our Project Working Group (PWG) comprising representatives of various disability sector organisations to design what were at the time the most compliant trains in Australia.
• Considered a knowledgeable leader and proactive problem solver, engendered collaboration between six project partners, while emphasising the prioritisation of activities to align with and achieve project goals.
• Established effective communication forums between project partners for enhanced collaboration and streamlined/fast-tracked processes to support on-time project completion.
• Brought a practical, logical, can-do attitude to the project and through it challenged and supported others to achieve their best.
• After five years, about to deliver this project ahead of schedule.

• Facilitated cross-functional cooperation in daily meetings and delivery of daily data for the Payment and Performance area with multiple project partners - State, Queensland Rail, Alstom (Bombardier).
• Oversaw transition of the State team and its functions from design to operations.
• Collaboratively developed and documented systems and approaches to achieve daily and long-term goals.
• Led a team in the update of the bespoke software system previously designed to incorporate the requirements of the new AVP contract and the phased introduction of the upgraded fleet over several years.

• Led a bespoke software solution project to deliver Payment and Performance (P&P) system requirements for daily use in the Operations Phase of NGR (still in use by PRS P&P).
• Interpreted contract terms and provided guidance on contractual matters to the software development team.
• Coordinated software interfaces between the State, Queensland Rail and Alstom so all parties solutions were aligned and supported daily Payment and Performance
• Consulted with TMR IT support on hosting solutions for the State's data needs and effective/efficient operation of the program in that environment.
• Post implementation facilitated daily meetings to review performance of the NGR fleet and the resolution of disagreements on performance outcomes between the State (asset owner), Queensland Rail (operator) and Alstom (maintainer).
• Compiled required documentation, including technical and user manuals to support the long-term use of the system and ongoing compliance with contract requirements.

• Created high-quality plans and processes for use by the NGR project during the Operations phase.
• Supported quality output by other authors through proofreading / editing their work for clarity, accuracy, and contractual consistency.
• Assisted subject matter experts in conveying complex information through clear and concise language.

As Director of 360 Project Solutions we have provided consulting services to a number of clients and across various projects. A sample of projects and clients follows:

• Client - WSP: Technical editing and writing for various tenders.
• Client - Parsons Brinckerhoff: Mayne Yard Masterplan development and presentation including workshops ; Technical editing and consultancy services for KiwiRail's development of various Rail Standards : Technical editing and consultancy services on Queensland Rail Standards : SEQ Stabling
• Client - Employment Services Queensland: Review of existing business units, rationalise business,streamline processes to create efficiencies and increase effectiveness.
• Client Gladstone Ports Corporation: Review and revise business policies, procedures, rules and job instructions : JD Edwards pre implementation review : annual report production (multiple years)
• Client - Griffith University: Review and assess the appointment booking system of Library Services divisions. Research and recommend appropriate software solution.
• Other clients include Aurizon, Phronis, Siecap, TMR.

In this national role as well as overseeing a delivery team played a key role on projects such as:

• Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail: Coordinated input from teams of subject matter experts, and provided technical editing and consultancy services on ARTC documentation.
• Queensland Rail Mayne Rail Precinct Master Plan: Directed development of original submission, and subsequent Stage reports, co-lead in workshop development and facilitation process.
• Seconded to Parsons Brinkerhoff Hong Kong office to provide assistance with the tender for the multi-billion-dollar Hong Kong Boundary Crossing Facilities of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge proposal to Hong Kong Government.

• In this role delivered two key projects - Jilalan Rail Yard Upgrade, Sarina, Queensland, Australia, (project value: $500m) and the GAP Project: Abbot Point to Bogie River Upgrade, Bowen, Queensland, (project value $1.1b).
• Worked alongside the QR Project Director to deliver ongoing collaboration initiatives with internal and external stakeholders. The latter including local residents and businesses and representatives of local and state government.

• Joined PB to create a profit centre in the area of graphic design and documentation - achieved.
• Led a Queensland-based team of designers and editors supporting technical teams and industry clients across Australia / New Zealand.
• Was key contact for all internal and external clients.

• A small graphic design business, I managed all facets of the business, including governance and financial obligations
• A niche area of the business was production of time critical documents - annual reports. I was nationally recognised for my knowledge and skills in this area. Several publicly listed blue-chip companies were clients for this service.
• I was the primary contact for all clients - from concept to delivery I coordinated all aspects of their projects and ensured the product was right and on-time.