{"id":8997,"date":"2023-01-27T05:35:23","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T05:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rocktech.com.au\/staging-site\/?page_id=8997"},"modified":"2026-05-20T03:43:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T03:43:53","slug":"our-people","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rocktech.com.au\/staging-site\/our-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Our People"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” content_placement=”middle” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1676582977061{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 150px !important;padding-bottom: 150px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/rocktech.com.au\/staging-site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Current-Jobs-cover.jpg?id=9555) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Our People” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:50|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”none”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1632369579470{padding-top: 50px !important;}”][\/vc_section][vc_row gap=”20″ content_placement=”middle” css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1674357492633{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column css_animation=”none” width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1674098162775{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-radius: 20px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”With Rockfield, you can rest assured that your assets are in safe and experienced hands” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:27|text_align:left|color:%23228c3d|line_height:1.2″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Our people are industry professionals who ensure our clients receive the latest information and technology insights, enabling you to make well-informed decisions that will ensure your assets perform at their optimum levels. Rockfield’s team all share the same commitment to helping our clients prolong the life of their assets and increase efficiencies, ultimately leading to improved operational success.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1632369579470{padding-top: 50px !important;}”][\/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm”][vc_tta_accordion title_tag=”h3″ section_title_tag=”h3″ style=”classic” color=”white” gap=”5″ c_icon=”triangle” c_position=”right” active_section=”0″ css_animation=”none” collapsible_all=”true” el_class=”smaller-h3-on-mobile-team”][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Jeff Loughran” tab_id=”1677050002073-9648ef7e-6183″][vc_single_image image=”10055″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Chairman | Executive Director<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jeff Loughran founded Rockfield in 2000 and is the Company Chairman. Jeff\u2019s area of expertise is computational mechanics. With over 50 years of industry experience,\u00a0 Jeff has held Senior Executive roles in universities at Professorial level including Head of School, Pro-Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Govinda Pandey” tab_id=”1677050002073-c2ffbfff-7197″][vc_single_image image=”9579″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Managing Director | Civil and Public Infrastructure Market Leader<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr Govinda Pandey is a Fellow of Engineers Australia and a thought leader in transformative infrastructure asset management. With his 25+ years of international experience, Govinda has been pioneering the application of cutting edge technology and international best practice in risk-based management of large-scale infrastructure assets in Australia. Govinda also has a strong track record in impactful industry-university collaboration and community engagement.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Thomas Bainbridge” tab_id=”1677050501351-614e1eb5-1eb9″][vc_single_image image=”10247″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Executive Director | Heavy Industries Market Leader<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

Tom has 15 years’ experience in the resources, heavy industry and infrastructure sectors, working on multi-disciplinary projects throughout Australia. He has worked with numerous business leaders in asset intensive operations to develop and deliver projects that significantly improve asset\/risk performance. Tom plays a key role in strengthening stakeholder relationships within the resources and heavy industry sectors. As General Manager and Executive Director, he is focussed on the strategic growth of Rockfield, and alignment between business units.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Scott Anderson” tab_id=”1677099127360-8646ecca-9bde”][vc_single_image image=”9580″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Mechanical Lead | Technical Director <\/strong><\/p>\n

Scott has over 20 years experience and holds the position of Technical Director at Rockfield. Scott oversees the company\u2019s Quality Assurance program and takes a very active role in project work and mentoring of all engineering staff. His additional responsibilities include technical support for the finite element \/ discrete element codes used in-house, and application of the software to challenging industrial and research and development problems.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”David Han” tab_id=”1677099127824-cfbbe26d-5a50″][vc_single_image image=”9577″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structures Lead | Technical Director <\/strong><\/p>\n

David Han is a highly experienced bridge design expert and a Fellow of Engineers Australia. With over 25 years of experience in structural engineering design, he has extensive knowledge in a range of structures. At Rockfield, David is a Technical Director and leads the structural team since 2017. He is responsible for structural design, verification, project management, and tendering for various structures, including bridges, mining, marine, and civil structures.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Brent Lane” tab_id=”1677099129086-0efd0c5a-c5ac”][vc_single_image image=”9573″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Australia West Manager | <\/strong>Senior Mechanical Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

With a strong technical background in fundamental engineering design coupled with instrumentation design and installation, Brent has a passion for delivering technical work to help maximise client value. This output-driven approach has helped him build strong and sustainable client relationships across the heavy industry and public infrastructure sectors.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Burt Farmer” tab_id=”1677098980627-ebc21829-5174″][vc_single_image image=”10067″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Principal Civil Structures | Civil Structures Lead | Principal Engineer<\/strong><\/p>\n

Burt has 11 years of experience in the design of structural, transport and stormwater projects for public and private infrastructure. He has experience designing and assessing road and rail bridges, bulk material handling equipment and drainage structures. He has scoped and installed numerous instrumentation projects and has worked on and managed multiple multi-disciplinary projects. He has also prepared and updated asset management plans for government and private infrastructure.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Daniel Stephenson” tab_id=”1677099128703-403f70cc-80a1″][vc_single_image image=”9575″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Engineering Manager | Associate Technical Director | Structures<\/strong><\/p>\n

Daniel is Rockfield\u2019s Associate Technical Director and his responsibilities include engineering design management; managing and mentoring staff; developing, scoping, and quoting projects; and maintaining client relationships. Daniel undertakes lead design, checking, verification, QA and project management of various structure types including reinforced concrete, steel, stainless steel, masonry, timber and aluminium.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”William Milne” tab_id=”1677099126934-df5e6b78-8ff7″][vc_single_image image=”9583″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Asset Management Lead | Principal Engineer\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

William is an industry-focused engineer who has serviced the agriculture, refining and mining industries since 2007. In that time, he has travelled throughout Australia; developing a strong, practical rapport with rotating machinery, fixed plant infrastructure and mobile assets. Today, William is an advisor to Rockfield\u2019s Asset Excellence team and is responsible for designing novel, in-house, industry focused tools that deliver value to our clients.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Chris Coulson” tab_id=”1677099125635-7ee2f8e3-0f86″][vc_single_image image=”10041″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Associate Technical Director | Mechanical<\/b><\/p>\n

Chris has over 15 years primarily in the field of mechanical engineering design. In that time, he has been involved in national and international design projects in the bulk materials handling sector. Today, Chris Coulson is Rockfield\u2019s Associate Technical Director and his responsibilities include; engineering design management, managing and mentoring staff, developing projects, maintain client relationships and managing Rockfield\u2019s IT systems[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Daniel Whipp” tab_id=”1677099128235-d62ac211-70a3″][vc_single_image image=”9576″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]InfraTech Lead | Senior Software Engineer<\/strong><\/p>\n

Daniel is a computer system engineer with a wide range of experience from embedded IoT hardware and software design, to high level software development. He has developed software primarily in modern C++ and Python 3, with considerable additional experience in C for embedded devices.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Amy O\u2019Sullivan” tab_id=”1677099145396-b8764f53-627e”][vc_single_image image=”9570″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Finance & Accounts Co-ordinator | HSEQ Manager<\/b><\/p>\n

Amy brings exceptional business administration experience to the team and ensures that Rockfield\u2019s people are safe and the work quality we do is of an excellent standard. Amy also leads and supports Rockfield\u2019s financial, accounting and compliance objectives to contribute to the achievement of the company\u2019s purpose and deliver on strategic outcomes.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Shelley Christie” tab_id=”1677099146738-bb54b730-1534″][vc_single_image image=”9996″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Business Support Co-ordinator<\/b><\/p>\n

Shelley brings with her a wealth of industry knowledge and experience to lead and support Rockfield\u2019s People, Place and Culture. Furthermore, Shelley contributes to the broader organisational and strategic management, including helping to develop and maintain Rockfield\u2019s corporate profile.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Chow Lee” tab_id=”1677099125216-c7406db2-95ac”][vc_single_image image=”10246″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Integrity Lead | Senior Principal <\/strong><\/p>\n

Chow has 20 years\u2019 experience in design and asset maintenance works for infrastructures, industrial, commercial, residential and mining structures. He has worked in resource, heavy industry and infrastructure projects. His experience comprises conceptual design, modelling, engineering and detailed design, design review, design management, structural inspection and report writing. Key areas of expertise are in design of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Andrew Meade” tab_id=”1677099126447-0b52713e-6411″][vc_single_image image=”10249″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Senior Mechanical Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Andrew has 15 years\u2019 experience in the design and drafting of mechanical structures and systems. He is proficient in the application of Solidworks, ANSYS, MATLAB and Excel to design problems. He is also familiar with using coding to extend these software packages to find novel solutions. Andrew has completed site work internationally, conducting inspections and fitting instrumentation to validate design and analysis undertaken.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Tim Saunders” tab_id=”1677099122096-1167bedc-61d0″][vc_single_image image=”9581″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Senior Mechanical Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Tim is an engineer who has a passion for solving complex problems, particularly with the insight that can be provided through the use of computational techniques. He understands the caution and care which should be taken when using these techniques to ensure that a realistic scenario is accurately modeled. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Ella Zhang” tab_id=”1677099123976-60bb2a85-4a82″][vc_single_image image=”10002″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural and InfraTech Engineer<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ella is a skilled bridge engineer with over 4 years of proven experience and knowledge in delivering data-driven solutions for asset management. Ella has excellent expertise in SHM sensing techniques, bridge design, assessment, and advanced analysis to Australian Standards, and database technology. In addition, Ella has considerable experience in bridge monitoring and assessment projects. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Dick Yau” tab_id=”1677099124649-31e2d16e-ae0b”][vc_single_image image=”9578″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Senior Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Dick Yau has experience in buried corrugated steel tunnel assessment, structural design, finite element structural analysis, instrumentation, measurement data analysis and fatigue life assessment. Dick has seven years of research experience (including his PhD study) related to structural health monitoring of bridges including modal analysis, vibration-based damage detection, and optical fiber sensing technology as well as static deflection and dynamic measurement.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Callum Wallis” tab_id=”1677099126072-2231cfe7-f936″][vc_single_image image=”10085″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Asset Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Callum is a versatile mechanical engineer, possessing a broad skill set including design, analysis and dynamic testing and instrumentation. With experience servicing the mining, transportation, ports and bulk handling sectors, Callum understands the challenges facing these industries and employs a practical approach to deliver effective solutions for clients.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Lachlan McGinnity” tab_id=”1677099123213-0b687aac-690c”][vc_single_image image=”10000″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Senior Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Lachlan is a Senior Structural Engineer with over 5 years\u2019 experience in design and consulting who offers complete project services from design through to construction inspections, project management and contract administration. Lachlan\u2019s design capabilities are broad, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, recreational structures, mining structures, road and rail bridges, reservoirs, civil structures, safeaccess systems and more. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Conor Baird” tab_id=”1677099157769-ab3b1dcf-0c30″][vc_single_image image=”9574″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Mechanical Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Conor has been developing his skills with experience in the mining, export and sugar industries mainly around solid modelling and drawing delivery for projects. He also has experience in Australian standards review and compliance for bulk material export infrastructure and machinery in the agricultural sectors.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Oliver May” tab_id=”1677099156661-063a2bc6-7c23″][vc_single_image image=”10069″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Instrumentation Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Oliver is a computer systems engineer that specialises in the development of Industry 4.0 embedded systems, edge computing, and statistical modelling. Oliver also maintains an active and extensive knowledge of cutting-edge technologies and instrumentation systems and frequently collaborates with industry leaders in commercial and educational fields. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Tom Liu” tab_id=”1677099158550-179f0393-563e”][vc_single_image image=”9582″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Tom has a passion for structural engineering and fire safety engineering and thrives on collaborative projects utilising his solid knowledge of civil\/structural engineering software and standards.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Marko Petrovic” tab_id=”1677099160743-5762b5c9-197c”][vc_single_image image=”9999″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Mechanical Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

As part of the mechanical engineering team, Marko is involved in a variety of site work projects where his extensive experience and goal focused problem solving skills are showcased.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Hrit Kandel” tab_id=”1677099164465-5a13f460-fa3f”][vc_single_image image=”10245″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Hrit has experience in structural design of substructure components for bridges which include structures such as concrete piles and foundation elements. Hrit is also building his experience in the design of river training structures like weirs, earth filled embankment walls, rock riprap and concrete embankments. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Hicham Sob-Ban” tab_id=”1677099161779-12e109ed-a620″][vc_single_image image=”10087″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Hicham is a skilled structural engineer with proven experience in project management and technical guidance in the analysis and design of structures and components. Hicham demonstrates a high level of software proficiencies including Microstran, Spacegass, Autodesk Simulation Mechanical, and L-Pile\/ D-Pile.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Mel Zollner” tab_id=”1677099148107-59137719-977d”][vc_single_image image=”9998″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Business Support Assistant<\/strong><\/p>\n

With a positive, team focussed attitude Mel supports the administrative team ensuring that both internal and external parties at all times receive a high level of customer service that aligns with the company\u2019s strategic outcome.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Craig Ward” tab_id=”1677099162657-dc20abf1-569b”][vc_single_image image=”10068″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Designer and Draftsperson<\/b><\/p>\n

Craig’s experience has exposed him to numerous engineering specialties from Theme Parks\u00a0 to Electrical & Steel Construction. Craig has well over a decade of experience with multiple different 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design packages, and has always enjoyed watching a project develop from concept to completion.\u00a0 <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Urmi Panchal” tab_id=”1677099163650-a18d5dbe-6f28″][vc_single_image image=”10244″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Civil Structures Designer and Draftsperson<\/b><\/p>\n

Urmi is a proactive and service oriented designer and draftsperson with high level proficiencies across Australian Standards and Practices, software packages, building plans and drawings.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Damien Verrall” tab_id=”1677099160000-b6f43ea5-871d”][vc_single_image image=”10003″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Asset Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

With a mathematical and mechanical engineering background, Damien brings a unique skill set enhancing both the computer programming and data analytics capacity to the team.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Madhu Menon” tab_id=”1678311297021-eb5a4e75-0a60″][vc_single_image image=”10243″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Asset Management Consultant<\/strong><\/p>\n

Madhu has extensive domain expertise in the field of Engineering Asset Management (EAM). He has designed and managed custom EAM programs for Mining, Hydrocarbon and Processing industries. He has led multiple workstreams on Asset Reliability, Maintenance Optimization and Asset Life Cycle Planning. Madhu is proficient in designing and implementing Asset Integrity assurance strategies and Remaining Life Assessments.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Sagar Mistry” tab_id=”1680658849586-a4b3e763-2787″][vc_single_image image=”10482″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Engineer\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sagar is an experienced engineer with a demonstrated history working within the mining and construction industry. With experience in structural integrity procedures, Sagar assists clients in managing the structural risk associated with companies\u2019 assets. Sagar has a thorough understanding of Australian building codes including LRFD design for wind loading and the special needs Australia has for wind-safe structures.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dr Behzad Mohammadzadeh” tab_id=”1689939485248-ae418893-f5ae”][vc_single_image image=”10733″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Senior Civil Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Behzad is an enthusiastic talented structural engineer experienced in the structural design and construction services including reinforced concrete, steel-framed buildings and infrastructure temporary works and construction staging design. Behzad has extensive experience in structural health monitoring and remediation for bridges, steel and concrete structures and brings a wealth of industry and academic experience.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”George Zekan” tab_id=”1689994804129-0c4c376c-6111″][vc_single_image image=”10736″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Asset Projects Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

George is an adaptable and results driven Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive versatile site experience. With a specialisation in mine site materials handling design and procurement together with a proven ability to deliver exceptional designs ahead of schedule and budget, George is proactive in solving problems, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Doris Zhang” tab_id=”1689995004637-fb34b2a0-79ae”][vc_single_image image=”10739″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Structural Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n

Doris is a self-motivated engineer with experience in structural engineering design calculation and structural integrity inspections for mine sites as well as estimating experience for residential and commercial buildings.\u00a0 With extensive software skills and a high level of design standard knowledge, Doris brings multiple skills to the Structural Integrity team.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Matthew Billingsley” tab_id=”1689995216537-0419c44d-f431″][vc_single_image image=”10741″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Designer | Field and Instrumentation Technician<\/b><\/p>\n

Matthew brings extensive industry experience to the team with specialist skills in mechanical, structural, piping and civil conceptual and detailed design drafting. Matt is also proficient in 3D modelling, piping & instrumentation diagrams, electrical diagrams and general arrangements.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Michelle Horne” tab_id=”1689995384287-5ea4c065-fdfd”][vc_single_image image=”10744″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Finance and Administration Assistant<\/b><\/p>\n

With a strong administration background, Michelle has a proven track record of positively affecting office productivity. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1675814140995{padding-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][lab_team_members layout_type=”visible-titles” reveal_effect=”fadeIn-one” hover_bg=”#228c3d” hover_txt=”#ffffff” img_size=”350×350″][lab_team_members_member image=”10055″ name=”Dr Jeff Loughran” sub_title=”Chairman | Executive Director” description=”Jeff Loughran founded Rockfield in 2000 and is the Company Chairman. Jeff\u2019s area of expertise is computational mechanics. 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He has also prepared and updated asset management plans for government and private infrastructure.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9584″ name=”Daniel Stephenson” sub_title=”Engineering Manager | Associate Technical Director | Structures” description=”Daniel is Rockfield\u2019s Associate Technical Director and his responsibilities include engineering design management; managing and mentoring staff; developing, scoping, and quoting projects; and maintaining client relationships. Daniel undertakes lead design, checking, verification, QA and project management of various structure types including reinforced concrete, steel, stainless steel, masonry, timber and aluminium.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9583″ name=”William Milne” sub_title=”Asset Management Lead | Principal Engineer” description=”William is an industry-focused engineer who has serviced the agriculture, refining and mining industries since 2007. In that time, he has travelled throughout Australia; developing a strong, practical rapport with rotating machinery, fixed plant infrastructure and mobile assets. Today, William is an advisor to Rockfield\u2019s Asset Excellence team and is responsible for designing novel, in-house, industry focused tools that deliver value to our clients.”][\/lab_team_members][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][lab_team_members layout_type=”visible-titles” reveal_effect=”fadeIn-one” hover_bg=”#228c3d” hover_txt=”#ffffff” img_size=”350×350″][lab_team_members_member image=”10041″ name=”Chris Coulson” sub_title=”Technical Director” description=”Chris has over 15 years primarily in the field of mechanical engineering design. In that time, he has been involved in national and international design projects in the bulk materials handling sector. Today, Chris Coulson is Rockfield\u2019s Associate Technical Director and his responsibilities include; engineering design management, managing and mentoring staff, developing projects, maintain client relationships and managing Rockfield\u2019s IT systems”][lab_team_members_member image=”9576″ name=”Daniel Whipp” sub_title=”InfraTech Lead | Senior Software Engineer” description=”Daniel is a computer system engineer with a wide range of experience from embedded IoT hardware and software design, to high level software development. He has developed software primarily in modern C++ and Python 3, with considerable additional experience in C for embedded devices.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9570″ name=”Amy O\u2019Sullivan” sub_title=”Finance & Accounts Co-ordinator | HSEQ Manager” description=”Amy brings exceptional business administration experience to the team and ensures that Rockfield\u2019s people are safe and the work quality we do is of an excellent standard. 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Key areas of expertise are in design of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10249″ name=”Andrew Meade” sub_title=”Principle Mechanical Engineer – Mechanical Lead” description=”Andrew has 15 years\u2019 experience in the design and drafting of mechanical structures and systems. He is proficient in the application of Solidworks, ANSYS, MATLAB and Excel to design problems. He is also familiar with using coding to extend these software packages to find novel solutions. Andrew has completed site work internationally, conducting inspections and fitting instrumentation to validate design and analysis undertaken.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9581″ name=”Tim Saunders” sub_title=”Senior Mechanical Engineer” description=”Tim is an engineer who has a passion for solving complex problems, particularly with the insight that can be provided through the use of computational techniques. He understands the caution and care which should be taken when using these techniques to ensure that a realistic scenario is accurately modeled.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10002″ name=”Dr Ella Zhang” sub_title=”Structural and InfraTech Engineer” description=”Ella is a skilled bridge engineer with over 4 years of proven experience and knowledge in delivering data-driven solutions for asset management. Ella has excellent expertise in SHM sensing techniques, bridge design, assessment, and advanced analysis to Australian Standards, and database technology. In addition, Ella has considerable experience in bridge monitoring and assessment projects.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9578″ name=”Dr Dick Yau” sub_title=”Senior Structural Engineer” description=”Dick Yau has experience in buried corrugated steel tunnel assessment, structural design, finite element structural analysis, instrumentation, measurement data analysis and fatigue life assessment. Dick has seven years of research experience (including his PhD study) related to structural health monitoring of bridges including modal analysis, vibration-based damage detection, and optical fiber sensing technology as well as static deflection and dynamic measurement.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10085″ name=”Callum Wallis” sub_title=”Senior Asset Engineer” description=”Callum is a versatile mechanical engineer, possessing a broad skill set including design, analysis and dynamic testing and instrumentation. With experience servicing the mining, transportation, ports and bulk handling sectors, Callum understands the challenges facing these industries and employs a practical approach to deliver effective solutions for clients”][lab_team_members_member image=”9574″ name=”Conor Baird” sub_title=”Mechanical Engineer” description=”Conor has been developing his skills with experience in the mining, export and sugar industries mainly around solid modelling and drawing delivery for projects. He also has experience in Australian standards review and compliance for bulk material export infrastructure and machinery in the agricultural sectors.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10069″ name=”Oliver May” sub_title=”Instrumentation Engineer” description=”Oliver is a computer systems engineer that specialises in the development of Industry 4.0 embedded systems, edge computing, and statistical modelling. Oliver also maintains an active and extensive knowledge of cutting-edge technologies and instrumentation systems and frequently collaborates with industry leaders in commercial and educational fields.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9582″ name=”Tom Liu” sub_title=”Structural Engineer” description=”Tom has a passion for structural engineering and fire safety engineering and thrives on collaborative projects utilising his solid knowledge of civil\/structural engineering software and standards.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9999″ name=”Marko Petrovic” sub_title=”Mechanical Engineer” description=”As part of the mechanical engineering team, Marko is involved in a variety of site work projects where his extensive experience and goal focused problem solving skills are showcased.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10087″ name=”Hicham Sob-Ban” sub_title=”Structural Engineer” description=”Hicham is a skilled structural engineer with proven experience in project management and technical guidance in the analysis and design of structures and components. Hicham demonstrates a high level of software proficiencies including Microstran, Spacegass, Autodesk Simulation Mechanical, and L-Pile\/ D-Pile.”][lab_team_members_member image=”9998″ name=”Mel Zollner” sub_title=”Business Support Assistant” description=”With a positive, team focussed attitude Mel supports the administrative team ensuring that both internal and external parties at all times receive a high level of customer service that aligns with the company\u2019s strategic outcome.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10068″ name=”Craig Ward” sub_title=”Senior Designer” description=”Craig’s experience has exposed him to numerous engineering specialties from Theme Parks to Electrical & Steel Construction. Craig has well over a decade of experience with multiple different 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design packages, and has always enjoyed watching a project develop from concept to completion.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10244″ name=”Urmi Panchal” sub_title=”Civil Structures Designer and Draftsperson” description=”Urmi is a proactive and service oriented designer and draftsperson with high level proficiencies across Australian Standards and Practices, software packages, building plans and drawings.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10003″ name=”Dr Damien Verrall” sub_title=”Asset Engineer” description=”With a mathematical and mechanical engineering background, Damien brings a unique skill set enhancing both the computer programming and data analytics capacity to the team.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10243″ name=”Madhu Menon” sub_title=”Asset Management Consultant” description=”Madhu has extensive domain expertise in the field of Engineering Asset Management (EAM). He has designed and managed custom EAM programs for Mining, Hydrocarbon and Processing industries. He has led multiple workstreams on Asset Reliability, Maintenance Optimization and Asset Life Cycle Planning. Madhu is proficient in designing and implementing Asset Integrity assurance strategies and Remaining Life Assessments.”][lab_team_members_member image=”10482″ sub_title=”Structural Engineer” description=”Sagar is an experienced engineer with a demonstrated history working within the mining and construction industry. With experience in structural integrity procedures, Sagar assists clients in managing the structural risk associated with companies\u2019 assets. Sagar has a thorough understanding of Australian building codes including LRFD design for wind loading and the special needs Australia has for wind-safe structures.” name=”Sagar Mistry”][lab_team_members_member image=”10733″ sub_title=”Senior Civil Structural Engineer” description=”Behzad is an enthusiastic talented structural engineer experienced in the structural design and construction services including reinforced concrete, steel-framed buildings and infrastructure temporary works and construction staging design. Behzad has extensive experience in structural health monitoring and remediation for bridges, steel and concrete structures and brings a wealth of industry and academic experience.” name=”Dr Behzad Mohammadzadeh”][lab_team_members_member image=”10736″ sub_title=”Senior Asset Projects Engineer” description=”George is an adaptable and results driven Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive versatile site experience. With a specialisation in mine site materials handling design and procurement together with a proven ability to deliver exceptional designs ahead of schedule and budget, George is proactive in solving problems, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.” name=”George Zekan”][lab_team_members_member image=”10739″ sub_title=”Structural Engineer” description=”Doris is a self-motivated engineer with experience in structural engineering design calculation and structural integrity inspections for mine sites as well as estimating experience for residential and commercial buildings. With extensive software skills and a high level of design standard knowledge, Doris brings multiple skills to the Structural Integrity team.” name=”Doris Zhang”][lab_team_members_member image=”10741″ sub_title=”Designer | Field and Instrumentation Technician” description=”Matthew brings extensive industry experience to the team with specialist skills in mechanical, structural, piping and civil conceptual and detailed design drafting. Matt is also proficient in 3D modelling, piping & instrumentation diagrams, electrical diagrams and general arrangements.” name=”Matthew Billingsley”][lab_team_members_member image=”10744″ sub_title=”Finance and Administration Assistant” description=”With a strong administration background, Michelle has a proven track record of positively affecting office productivity.” name=”Michelle Horne”][lab_team_members_member image=”10794″ sub_title=”Senior Structural Engineer” description=”Mahyar is a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with significant experience in creating industrial and residential steel, concrete and timber structural designs and detailed drawings. As a key member of the Structural Design team, Mahyar has broad experience across engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects; construction technology; and engineering consulting.” name=”Dr Mayhar Masaeli”][lab_team_members_member image=”10795″ sub_title=”Mechanical Engineer” description=”Nicholas is part of the Mechanical Design team with 4 years of experience as a consultant for mining clients. Nick is a self-driven individual with well-developed analytical and interpersonal skills, as well as proficiency in the areas of risk management, analytical and technical proficiency, problem solving, stakeholder engagement and front-end project management.” name=”Nicholas Hann”][lab_team_members_member image=”10797″ sub_title=”Senior Structural Engineer | Services Lead (Infrastructure \/ SHM)” description=”With a PhD is Structural Engineering, Xiaobang brings extensive experience in project management and structural health monitoring to the team. With a combination of expertise in mainstream SHM systems, proficiency in instrumentation and monitoring across various sectors as well as client relationship management, Xiaobang offers a wealth of knowledge and experience to our clients.” name=”Dr Xiaobang Zhang”][lab_team_members_member image=”10796″ sub_title=”Graduate Mechanical Engineer” description=”As a graduate in the Mechanical Design team and the inaugural recipient of the Dr Jeff Loughran Rockfield Scholarship, Xavier is involved in a number of projects where he can leverage his combined skill set of analytical thinking and time management with his software experience and learnt engineering theory to assist the overall delivery of works.” name=”Xavier Koen”][lab_team_members_member image=”10793″ sub_title=”Graduate Mechanical Engineer” description=”As a graduate in the Mechanical Design team, Jayden is involved in a number of projects where he can leverage his combined skill set of analytical thinking and time management with his software experience and learnt engineering theory to assist the overall delivery of works.” name=”Jayden Bauers”][\/lab_team_members][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-xs”][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_separator][vc_empty_space height=”60px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section css=”.vc_custom_1632369579470{padding-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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