Sheila Azhar
Ryde
Summary
Interface manager with 10 years experience in Systems Engineering and Project Management delivering Rail and Infrastructure key projects such as Sydney Light Rail and Regional Rail Project in New South Wales.
Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Bring positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Interface Manager
CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles)
03.2020 - Current
- Regional Rail Project - Replaced the current regional fleet with 29 short and long regional trains and constructed a new maintenance facility in Dubbo NSW
- Manage inter-systems interfaces, interface register and interface documents (IDDs) for the Regional Rail Project
- Manage and resolve interface issues during preliminary and detailed design stages to acceptance.
- Review requirements verification and traceability matrix (RVTM) and ensure all project requirements were properly traced and met
- Requirement management using IBM DOORS Classic (Practitioner)
- Manage correspondence and Request for Information (RFI) in Teambinder
T&C System Engineer
Alstom
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Conducted system-level testing and commissioning activities for the Sydney Light Rail Project to ensure operational readiness
- Managed interfaces with various entities to ensure smooth integration and functionality
- Coordinated the production of T&C documentation, including procedures, reports, and punch list management to maintain project documentation standards
- Organised readiness reviews before system tests and followed up on mandatory corrective actions to ensure test preparedness
- Managed test and commissioning activities for ten 11kV substations from Randwick, Kensington, Central Station to Circular Quay
- Reviewed Single Line Diagrams and electrical/protection schematics for the Sydney Light Rail (SLR) project
- Authored T&C procedures and test reports for the energization of 11kV substations and coordinated the energization tests with the Ausgrid team
- Developed T&C procedures and test reports for substations interlocking tests and Overhead Wiring (OHW) energization tests
- Acted as 'Tester In Charge' for these tests, preparing pre-work safety briefings, risk assessments, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), permits, and ensuring safety during tests
- Investigated issues from substation trips, 11kV & HESOP protection trips, and DC circuit breaker trips, including overcurrent, intertripping, or other faults using Schneider 11kV DCCB indoor switchgear and protection relays
Electrical System Engineer
Sydney Trains
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Prepared and updated procedures and standards for servicing, repair, and maintenance to ensure safe operation and maximum fleet availability
- Provided expert advice and support to operations and maintenance staff and contractors to ensure safe and effective maintenance
- Coordinated special investigations, surveys, and performance testing and made recommendations for modifications to improve safety and reliability
- Collaborated with other standards groups, including Track and Structures, Electrical, and Signals to ensure consistent application of standards
- Conducted technical investigations, surveys, and projects to enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of train systems and equipment
- Completed engineering tasks related to design, design review, and investigation of operational and maintenance issues, adhering to standards, timelines, and budgets
- Implemented reliability programs to increase the reliability, safety, and cost-effectiveness of passenger rolling stock and associated equipment
- Assisted in the development, review, and recommendations of Technical Maintenance Plans (TMPs) to ensure optimal maintenance strategies
- Provided expert technical input on rolling stock electrical systems during incident or accident enquiries
- Tested passenger rolling stock electrical equipment to maintain compliance with engineering specifications
- Researched advancements in electrical systems engineering technology in Australia and overseas to maintain a high level of professional advisory capability
Graduate Electrical Engineer
Transport for NSW
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Provided engineering support and technical/reliability investigations for Rolling stock to Sydney Trains and NSW Trains.
- Reviewed Standard Operating Instructions and Technical Maintenance Plans for Rollingstock
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Power And Renewable Energy
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW11-2016
Skills
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- Interface management
- Requirements management
- Verbal and written communications
- Systems engineering
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Interface Manager
CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles)
03.2020 - Current
T&C System Engineer
Alstom
09.2017 - 03.2020
Electrical System Engineer
Sydney Trains
04.2017 - 09.2017
Graduate Electrical Engineer
Transport for NSW
08.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Power And Renewable Energy
University of Sydney
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