Colin Postawa

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About Colin Postawa

Senior Engineer passionate about Engineering, Machine Safety, and Automation. Working on a variety of projects, including new builds, imported machinery, accident investigation work.Certified Machine Safety Expert (CMSE).Carrying out machine risk assessments in accordance with ISO 12100 or AS/NZS 4024.1201, including:1. New build machines, assisting from concept to final machine risk assessment.2. Imported or second-hand machinery.3. Post incident assessments.4. Offering practical solutions to clients to reduce key risks.Experience working on a number of Functional Safety projects including: 1. Functional Safety design & validation.2. Programming of Safety controllers (SPLC's).3. Design & implementation of safety functions for new and existing machinery.4. Investigations and review of existing safety functions.5. Strong practical knowledge of ISO 13849.Automation design, programming, and commissioning of PLC for new build machine using Rockwell Connected Components.Member of Frucor Suntory Machine Safety program. Assisted in program support and identifying key risks.Runner up at Frucor Suntory Kaizen awards 2020 and Green Belt program.In 2023 I achieved a Business (Project Management) Diploma through Ara university.