Gerald Batty

Bachelor of Engineering, Honours (Mechanical), Royal Institute of Technology (RMIT), Melbourne
Diploma of Project Management, Australian Institute of Management
Project Management PMBOK Certificate, BHP Billiton Iron Ore
Six Sigma Green Belt, Ford Motor Company
Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety, Trainwest
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, AIPT

DOWNER GROUP, VIC | April 2022 – May 2024
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – UTILITIES

Safety Focused Performance Joint Venture (SFPJV) – Downer partnered with Abergeldie and Stantec to deliver an ongoing program of works for Melbourne Water focusing on the construction of various potable water and wastewater treatment processing plants, major pipelines, sewer relining, and HV electrical infrastructure across Melbourne metropolitan areas.

Duties:

• Delivered Governance of x10 concurrent projects with a combined budget of $280M ($100M p/a), offering operations and resource management expertise to ensure project success and meet deadlines, budgets, and milestones.
• Managed a safety-focused and quality-driven team of 48 personnel, featuring 8 direct reports, providing high-level leadership, mentorship, and management to the SFP JV delivery leads and teams.
• Contributed as part of the Steering Committee, providing strategic construction leadership acrossthe joint venture.
• Led the overall delivery performance for all projects, from design, construction, and commissioning to completion.
• Ensured the safety of all personnel and maintained a productive workforce that adhered to Zero Harm guidelines.
• Developed solid relationships with clients and suppliers to support business operations, displaying the ability to communicate effectively to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Oversaw financial management activities in strict adherence to Downer financial processes and procedures, expertly managing project resources to reduce costs, increase revenue, and improve profit margins.
• Facilitated team and client meetings, including project team meetings to keep project teams well informed of changes within the program and scheduled targets.
• Communicated issues, variations, and improvement plans to stakeholders.

Projects;
1. Maribyrnong Main Sewer Augmentation $55M – 40m shaft & 1.1km tunnel to divert flowsfrom Maribyrnong Main
2. Yan Yean to Bald Hill Pipeline $44M – 18km MSCL pipeline linking Yan Yean Reservoir & Bald Hill community
3. Yan Yean Pump Station $22M – construction of new pump station at Yan Yean Water Treatment Plant
4. Yan Yean Water Treatment Plant Filtration Upgrade $35M – filter media capacity upgrade for YYWTP
5. Eastern Treatment Plant 62HA High Voltage Switchboard Upgrade $29M
6. Western Treatment Plant 25W Lagoon High Voltage Upgrade $14M
7. M76 Pipeline Renewal Project $22M – 4km pipeline replacement in Glen Waverley
8. Essex Street Main Drain Renewal $5M – replacement of damaged sewer main with pre-cast culvert sections
9. North Yarra Main Drain Relining Project $11M – relining various sections of outdated sewer piping
10. Gardiners Creek Relining Project - relining various sections of outdated Sewer piping
11. Eastern Treatment Plant $9M – Waste Activated Sludge Project – increased sludge digestion capacity at ETP
12. Eastern Treatment Plant $33M – Recuperative Thickener Project – increased sludge digestion capacity at ETP
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Achievements:
✓ Served as the Acting Services Manager (Program Director) during times of significant absence.
✓ Cranage Critical Lift Approver.

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McCONNELL DOWELL CONSTRUCTORS, VIC | May 2020 – April 2022
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER / Acting H&S Manager – RAIL SYSTEMS

Cranbourne Line Upgrade (CLU) - Level Crossing Removal Projects. $1B Budget. Duplication of 8km of rail, construction of 2 bridges, removal of Greens’ Rd level crossing, relocation/upgrade of rail systems infrastructure - track, signalling, overhead electrical and substation power assets, including Dandenong Station & Port Rail Shuttle Network (PRSN) scopes.

Duties:

• Responsible for Rail Systems scope delivery including trackwork, signalling, substations, and overhead power.
• Oversaw all engineering, scheduling, costs, industrial relations, safety, environmental, and quality aspects of the Project.
• Managed the Rail Systems Team of x30 personnel, including 6 direct and 24 indirect reports, providing guidance, strategy, and oversight of all works undertaken by the team. Coordinated works efficiently and effectively.
• Led occupation planning and execution of rail construction works within the MTM Rail Corridors.
• Ensured strict adherence to the McConnell Dowell Management System (MMS) and Project Execution Plan.
• Promoted total job safety and environmental awareness by employees, subcontractors and all persons in the job vicinity and emphasised to all personnel the importance top management attaches to safety and the environment.
• Represented the company with professionalism and maintained strong relationships with the client.
• Ensured all activities relating to quality were performed in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and standards.
• Submitted financial, job progress, and performance reports and information, within specified timeframes.
• Orchestrated procurement activities and optimised the utilisation of plant resources.
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Achievements:
✓ Navigated the COVID pandemic as acting Health & Safety Manager from December 2020 to project completion.
✓ Secured the Inland Rail Project for McConnell Dowell, serving as the Rail Systems Manager for the ARTC Inland Rail bid.

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CPB CONTRACTORS PL, MELBOURNE, VICTORIA ( CIMIC GROUP) | Jan 2019 – May 2020
PROJECT DELIVERY MANAGER – RAIL SYSTEMS / Safety, Environment and Sustainability Manager (2019)

Melbourne Metro Tunnel Project – Rail Systems Alliance (RSA). $1.1B Budget. Delivery of High-Capacity Signalling (HCS) on the Metro Tunnel Project. HCS on an existing line is an Australian first and will forever change Melbourne's rail network.

Duties:

• Responsible for the Rail Systems Construction and Rail Access teams, including overseeing installation of wayside signalling upgrades, test track, and passenger screen door test rig construction at Pakenham Yard, and Sunshine Control Centre.
• Provided leadership, support, and direction to a team of 35 personnel, including 6 direct and 29 indirect reports, demonstrating influential safety leadership and fostering a positive team culture.
• Spearheaded all aspects of occupation planning and execution of rail construction works within the MTM rail corridors.
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients and the senior management team.
• Effectively communicated across all organisational levels.

Achievements:
✓ Appointed to the Alliance Management Team.
✓ RSA Stage 1 & Stage 2 delivered on time and within budget.
✓ Acting Safety, Environment and Sustainability Manager for 2019.

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UGL LIMITED, MELBOURNE, VICTORIA (CIMIC GROUP) | Jan 2016 – Dec 2018
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER / CONSTRUCTION MANAGER – RAIL SIGNALLING

➢ Level Crossing Removal Project (MTM) – Caulfield to Dandenong - Signalling Enabling Works ($35M)
➢ Richmond to Camberwell Signalling Upgrade Project (RCSUP) ($8M)
➢ Murray Basin Project – Level Crossing & Junction Upgrades ($12M)

Duties:

• Oversaw all aspects of project and construction management of various signalling construction projects for AROs, including MTM, V/Line, and ARTC, including safety, quality, finance, planning, resourcing, and supervision as required.
• Led and developed a high-performing team of 45 personnel, consisting of 10 direct and 35 indirect reports.
• Optimised workload management, displaying the ability to effectively lead occupation planning and execution of rail signalling works within the MTM Rail Corridor.
• Delivered all project milestones and targets through proactive leadership.
• Recruited over 20 personnel to increase the project delivery team by 100%,sourcing and selecting high-calibre and suitable qualified candidates to meet all project requirements.
• Contributed to business growth by overseeing business development initiatives to expand business opportunities with existing stakeholders as well as identifying new opportunities to support the acquisition of new clients.
• Led industrial Relations management of a new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement with the Electrical Trade Union.

Achievements:
✓ Recognised for excellence and contributions to project success, receiving promotion to Senior Project Manager in 2017.
✓ Excelled in a leadership role as Acting Superintendent for 2 years.

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NOMAD DIGITAL, VIC | Jan 2015 – Jan 2016
PROJECT MANAGER – RAIL COMMUNICATIONS

➢ Metro Trains Melbourne via Nomad Digital: RCM (remote conditioning monitoring) Project to develop software and trial a communications system interfaced to all subsystems on the X’trapolis fleet, Thermo King, HVAC, Knorr Bremse Brakes, Agate traction, Agate auxiliaries, Papis, Vicers and Door units. Data export via a secure channel to a home agent for system condition monitoring. Project Value ($5.5M)

Duties:
• Developed project WBS and project execution schedule, including design, installation, trial, and assessment.
• Recruited project team members and managed sub-contractors to ensure high levels of quality, safety, and compliance.
• Managed the installation of equipment and testing activities, employing a strategic forward-thinking approach.
• Oversaw business case development for the finalsolution to be introduced to the rolling stock fleet.

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BHP BILLITON IRON ORE, WA | Jan 2013 – Jan 2015
SUPERINTENDENT – MINING OPERATIONS

➢ Potable Water Facilities Upgrade Project: Upgrade of Potable Water Facilities to become compliant with Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) and World Health Organisation (WHO) Standards. ($4.6M)

Duties:• Provided leadership and management to a team of supervisors across all WAIO operations sites to ensure the timely and successful delivery of site-based activities.
• Led end-to-end project delivery and execution, from the pre-feasibility stage through to operational handover.
• Orchestrated the project management of multiple brownfield upgrades to potable water treatment, storage, and distribution.
• Performed gap analysis and developed contractor scopes of work to address non-compliant assets.
• Developed the SAP maintenance strategy to ensure assets exceed ADWG & WHO requirements.

Achievements:
✓ Selected to workshop BHPBIO high-risk work procedures (Working at Heights) from x19 to x4 documents.
✓ Completed Projects on time and within budget.

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PRIOR EMPLOYMENT
2011 – 2013 Project Manager – Rail, Inner Harbour Project & Jimblebar Project BHP Billiton Iron Ore, WA
2009 – 2011 Area Manager – Rail, Rapid Growth Project 5, Fast JV Pty Ltd, WA
2008 – 2009 Senior Project Engineer – Structural, Mechanical, Piping, RGP4 Newman Hub, Monadelphous, WA
2006 – 2008 Projects Manager – Mining Operations, Sustaining Capital, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, WA
2005 – 2006 Senior Project Engineer – Civil (Bulk Earthworks), Rapid Growth Project 3, Thiess Civil, WA
2004 – 2005 Project Engineer – Rail, Tunkawanna to Rosella Rail Duplication, Calibre Rail
2000 – 2003 Product Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing, Ford Motor Company
1998 – 2000 Product Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing, Meritor Light Vehicle Systems

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