Biography
Simon has an eclectic background. From chasing pirates in the South China Sea in the British Navy, discovering the wreck of the SS Lusitania with Bob Ballard, to operating remotely controlled submarines in the Oil and Gas Business. This was followed by Managing CSIRO's Ocean and Atmosphere equipment and technical staff, which was in turn was followed by leading research in understanding Coastal Systems.
Simon joined the Integrated Reform Program to represent the Research Business in the corporate restructure.
After a period in private industry where Simon focussed on measurement and prediction systems for agriculture and precision mapping Simon has returned to CSIRO to work in Climate Smart Agriculture. IN2019 Simon contirbuted significantly to the successful delivery of 58 regional weather and climate guides for Australia which focused on helping primary producers and regional communities see the changes in climate that they have already experienced.
Other Interests
Paragliding, mountain sports, water sports. Archery. Orienteering.
Academic Qualifications
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2007
Chartered Marine Technologist
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2007
Fellow - Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology
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2005
Foundation Member - Spatial Sciences Institute - H1 Hydrographic Surveyor
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1988
B.Sc.(hons.) Nautical Studies
Professional Experiences
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2018-Present
Technologist / Metrologist
CSIRO Agriculture and Food -
2014-2018
Director / Principal
Spatial Analytics -
2014-2016
Metrologist / Analyst
The Yield Technology Solutions -
2012-2014
Research Leader - Additional Observations for E-reefs
CSIRO -
2013-2014
Research Leader - Coastal Waters Mapping
CSIRO -
2011-2013
Research Stream Leader, Coastal Systems
CSIRO -
2009-2011
Research Stream Leader, Coastal Assessment & Prediction
CSIRO -
2007-2011
Technical Director, Integrated Marine Observing System, Australia.
Australian Integrated Marine Observing System -
2007-2009
Leader, Australian National Mooring Network
Australian Integrated Marine Observing System -
2005-2009
Scientific Equipment & Technology Manager
CSIRO -
2004-2005
Marine Technology & Equipment Manager
CSIRO -
2003-2004
Survey Systems Development Manager
Stolt Offshore -
2002-2003
Technical Co-ordinator, Survey Services
Stolt Offshore -
1997-2002
BP Project Surveyor
Stolt Offshore, Aberdeen -
1997-1997
Senior Surveyor
Stolt Comex Seaway, Aberdeen -
1996-1996
Party Chief
Fugro-UDI, Aberdeen -
1995-1995
Party Chief
Stolt Comex Seaway, Aberdeen -
1990-1994
Freelance Hydrographer, Outdoor Pursuits Instructor, Director
Hydrographic & Outdoor Projects -
1988-1990
Hydrographic Surveyor / Party Chief
Racal Survey Overseas -
1983-1985
Seaman Officer
British Royal Navy
