Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Attributes
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Alby Davies

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Organized and hardworking professional in time management and precision engineering. Eager to utilize strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication. Committed to maintaining standards in quality control and safety practices.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aftermarket Spares Parts Assembly

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Adelaide, SA
03.2023 - Current
  • Skilled parts assembler with extensive experience in precision engineering, specializing in assembly, and maintenance of mechanical components.
  • Proficient in operating lathes and other machining tools to create and modify parts according to drawing specifications.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to determine requirements.
  • Set up and operate various machine tools, including lathes, mills, and grinders, to produce high-quality components.
  • Assembled critical components such as cables, enclosures, and switches, ensuring functionality and quality through processes.
  • Quality checking of goods and parts.
  • Conduct measurements and inspections to ensure adherence to specifications.
  • Assemble mechanical components and systems, ensuring functionality and quality.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on machinery to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated effectively with engineers and team members to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.
  • Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • This job has given me strong knowledge of machining techniques and materials, as well as excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and familiarity with safety protocols and best practices in a workshop environment.
  • Pick-and-pack work, and preparation of documents for dispatching goods.

Retail Sales Executive

Adidas Originals Rundle Mall Store
Adelaide, SA
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • I have learned multiple very useful skills that I have been able to refine over time, and furthermore, incorporate social skills and people skills into my personal life, which has proved invaluable.
  • Customer interactions involve frequent personal approaches to customers, ranging from assisting them with purchases to answering questions, and addressing concerns.
  • Sales and Product Knowledge: This is critical to develop expertise in the products sold. This includes understanding features, benefits, and pricing details.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Collaborating with team members to achieve sales targets, restock shelves, maintain store cleanliness, and coordinate tasks.
  • Fast-Paced Environment: Often fast-paced, particularly during peak hours or busy shopping seasons. Ability to multitask, handle multiple customer requests simultaneously, and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Problem Solving: Dealing with various customer inquiries, complaints, or challenging situations requires effective problem-solving skills.
  • Visual Merchandising: Involved visual merchandising, which includes arranging and displaying products to attract customers.
  • Other roles also included: Cash Handling and Point of Sale (POS) Systems

Front of House Manager

Bangkok Noi Hahndorf Vietnamese Restaurant
Adelaide, SA
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Front of house greeting customers and taking orders in person and over the phone whilst having tables prepared and customers seated.
  • While this role was taking care of all front of house duties, it also included taking table orders and running food/drink preparation to and from tables.
  • This role taught me some great multitasking skills, along with communication and ability to focus under a lot of pressure while tending to multiple front of house roles.

Australian Hiring Company
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Widescale Event construction Industry. Setting up of parties, weddings, exhibitions, pavilions, contemporary events (Adelaide Art gallery, Museum) as part of a multi-person team around a regular/daily basis.
  • Loading and unloading trucks from the warehouse based on what cold metals and equipment are necessary for said builds.
  • Regular cleaning of large-scale vinyl pieces necessary for roofing on builds, this process was done on one dedicated workday.
  • Gained experience in driving C Class work trucks and large/heavy loads to and from sites around Adelaide/Adelaide CBD.
  • Strong work ethic
  • Effective at working amongst a team and in a team environment where everyone’s contribution is important.

Education

High school -

Heathfield High school
01.2018

Primary school -

Belair Primary School
01.2013

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Analytical thinking
  • Engineering drawings
  • Machine operation
  • Organizational skills
  • Quality control
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Punctual
  • Reliable
  • Honest
  • Strong work ethic
  • Parts assembly
  • Inventory management
  • Warehouse operations
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality inspection
  • Time management
  • Safety protocols
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Computer skills
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Active listener
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Microsoft office skills

Certification

  • Successfully achieved Certificate II in Electro Technology at Mt. Barker High School (VET) on 01/01/18
  • Successfully completed a Certificate III in Design Fundamentals (Graphic Design) at Glenunga High School (VET) on 01/01/17
  • Successfully gained white card, 01/01/18
  • Successfully completed SACE Certificate (Year 12), 01/01/18
  • RSA certificate, 01/01/20
  • Food Safety Certificate, 01/01/2020

Attributes

  • Effective Communication Skills: Articulate communicator with appreciation for the different communication styles required when working with other team members or with customers.
  • Honest and Reliable: Strong morals and ethics ensure honesty, reliability and ability to undertake tasks reliably.
  • Flexible: Understanding of need to remain flexible to support last-minute demands and changes. Comfortable in changing environments and situations, ensuring ability to remain flexible and adaptable at all times.
  • Always willing to learn new skills and embrace new challenges: Willing to broaden skills and current knowledge with skills that could be applied in the future.
  • Positive attitude: Regardless of the situation, am able to maintain in a happy persona and stay positive and calm.

Accomplishments

  • Safety Individual award 2024 Thermo Fisher

Affiliations

  • Computer hardware/software skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Aftermarket Spares Parts Assembly

Thermo Fisher Scientific
03.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Executive

Adidas Originals Rundle Mall Store
09.2021 - 10.2023

Front of House Manager

Bangkok Noi Hahndorf Vietnamese Restaurant
06.2021 - 08.2021

Australian Hiring Company
02.2021 - 06.2021

High school -

Heathfield High school

Primary school -

Belair Primary School
Alby Davies