Daniel Houlihan
About Daniel Houlihan
Daniel Houlihan is a Project Engineer with extensive experience in engineering and contract management, currently working at Glencore on the Ulan West Project. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has managed the modification of contracts to align with project designs.
Work at Glencore
Daniel Houlihan has been employed at Glencore as a Project Engineer since 2013. He has worked on the Ulan Coal Mines, specifically focusing on the Ulan West Project. His responsibilities include managing engineering and contract aspects of the project, particularly the integration of new conveyors and a sizing station. He has played a key role in the integration of new plant systems with existing brownfield conveyor systems, ensuring project alignment with revised designs.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Glencore, Daniel Houlihan worked at Xstrata Coal as a Project Engineer for one year, where he contributed to the Liddell Seam Project. He also served as a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at Xstrata Coal for one year in Ravensworth Underground. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure at UGL Rail as a Cadet Mechanical Engineer, where he developed foundational skills in engineering.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Houlihan holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Honours from the University of Newcastle, completed between 2006 and 2010. He also achieved a Certificate IV in Frontline Management from Development Beyond Learning, studying from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he completed his High School Certificate at Maitland Grossmann High from 2000 to 2005, which laid the groundwork for his engineering career.
Project Management and Contract Modification
In his current role at Glencore, Daniel managed the modification of 18 contracts to align with the revised design of the Ulan West Project. His focus on engineering and contract management has been essential for the successful integration of new systems within the project. This experience highlights his capability in overseeing complex project requirements and ensuring compliance with updated specifications.