He specialises in the integration of human factors within complex, dynamic rail systems, and brings particular depth in human-machine interface (HMI) design and evaluation, usability testing, driver workload analysis, alert and alarm assessment and accessibility-focused human factors integration (HFI). David has a strong track record in translating user, operational and regulatory requirements into defensible design inputs and assurance evidence.
He has led and contributed to a diverse portfolio of projects across Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales, including Queensland Rail’s STARR program, where he oversaw accessibility-focused HFI for Bundaberg and Rockhampton station upgrades in compliance with AS7470 and DSAPT. He is also HF SME for several Victorian infrastructure projects, and has led HF design support for the Kimberly Bridge (bridge-over-rail), contributed to Victoria’s rail pedestrian crossing VR trial using eye-tracking to evaluate signage usability, and supported HAZOP-based assessments for a proximity detection system on heavy plant machinery.
David has extensive experience delivering HF assurance for major rollingstock and train control programs — including ETCS Level 2 integration for both Cross River Rail and the Sydney Trains network, HF verification and validation for the Mariyung rollingstock, and a cognitive and physical workload assessment of Train Service Delivery Managers at Sydney Trains’ Rail Operations Centre.
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- Services – Human Factors
Specialises in:
- Human Factors
