John Hinds
About John Hinds
John Hinds is a Senior Project Manager at Arup and an Independent Contractor at JHPE CONSULTING, with extensive experience in the transport sector, particularly in rail, road, and rollingstock.
Current Roles
John Hinds is currently a Senior Project Manager at Arup in Brisbane, Australia. Additionally, he operates as an Independent Contractor at JHPE CONSULTING, specializing in rail, road, and rollingstock projects across Australia.
Previous Positions
John Hinds has held several significant roles within the engineering and transportation sectors. Notable positions include Systems and Safety Assurance Manager at Downer in Perth, Technical Director at Hyder Consulting in Brisbane, and Quality and Completions Manager at Laing O'Rourke. He has substantial experience with Queensland Rail, holding multiple roles over extensive periods.
Education and Certifications
John Hinds holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical from Queensland University of Technology and an MBA in Technology Management from Deakin University. He also possesses a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from Deakin University and a Diploma in Project Management from the University of New England (AU).
Professional Expertise
John Hinds is an expert in overseeing the entire project lifecycle, focusing on scoping, design, construction, commissioning, integration, handover, operation, and decommissioning phases. He has strong expertise in rollingstock, track maintenance, and engineering disciplines primarily within the rail and road transport sectors.
Commitment to Safety and Quality
John Hinds is highly committed to safety, quality, and ethical principles. His work involves developing and implementing systems to ensure the best quality and technical solutions in major rail, rolling stock, and road projects. He focuses on standards and compliance to achieve optimal outcomes for projects and stakeholders.