Alex Downey
Kalimna,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Professional with a proven track record of being a Hands on leader, where i enjoy working across many disciplines. Adept in making key decisions and working with other professionals to achieve goals and solve problems. Experienced in managing employees and dedicated to successfully directing business operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quarry Leading Hand
Graymont
Buchan, VIC
10.2023 - Current
- Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
- Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and best practices throughout all aspects of project management.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Applied troubleshooting and diagnostics abilities to assess repair and maintenance needs.
- Leveraged technical expertise to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and restore normal operations quickly.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting thorough preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime for essential machinery by swiftly diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Handled various heavy machinery including sales loader, rom loader, pit excavators, rock breaker, articulated haul trucks.
- Optimize operational output of crushing plants.
Leading Hand
Mansfield Crushing
Melbourne
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Manage a dynamic team in a quarry environment.
- Control process and generate opportunity to streamline and enhance production.
- Provided expert customer service and technical support to clients.
- Fostered an atmosphere of open communication within the team, promoting a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
- Partner with dedicated product specialist resources to ensure efficient use of machinery and minimal downtime.
- Support clients with technical resolutions, continually adding to success in production.
- Effectively negotiate client requests to boost production.
- Continuously monitored inventory levels to maintain an adequate supply of essential materials for ongoing quarry operations.
- Assisted in developing contingency plans for unexpected situations such as inclement weather or equipment failure, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Trained new employees on quarry operations, machinery usage, and safety procedures for a well-prepared workforce.
- Increased safety awareness with regular toolbox talks and safety meetings.
- Established strong relationships with customers through proactive communication about project progress updates.
- Performed repairs, replacements and maintenance on mining equipment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Increased production efficiency with timely repairs and implementation of proactive maintenance practices.
- Maintained strong communication with supervisors throughout project progression, ensuring expectations were met or exceeded.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.
- Maximized ore recovery while minimizing waste through diligent material handling and processing practices.
- Operate loaders, excavators, crushing plants of various configurations to a safe and productive standard.
Maintenance Manager
Parkside Group
Orbost
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted with providing accurate data to make smarter business decisions and lead projects to their fulfillment.
- Worked well independently, as well as with colleagues to meet goals.
- Reorganized the maintenance department to increase efficiency and reduce labor costs.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to identify and address potential safety hazards, resulting in zero employee incidents in the past year.
- Developed and implemented a preventive maintenance program that resulted in a significant decrease in emergency repairs.
- Trained and managed a team of 4 maintenance technicians, resulting in a considerable decrease in errors.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Ensured optimal production output by regularly inspecting machinery for potential issues and performing necessary repairs.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, extending the lifespan of vital equipment components.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Lead Mechanic
Tyre Power
Lakes Entrance
01.2018 - 12.2018
- End of day financial reconciliation.
- Communicate with customers and negotiate repairs to maximize sales.
- Researching and ordering parts for repairs, ensuring that the correct parts were delivered in a timely manner.
- Negotiation with parts representatives to minimize expenditure and boost profits.
- Replaced worn or defective parts with new parts that were compatible with the vehicle.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical issues on a variety of vehicles.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to quickly and accurately identify and repair problems.
- Tested and inspected vehicles to ensure quality and safety standards were met.
- Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
Fitter
Jansons Concrete & Haulage
Bairnsdale
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Installed and maintained complex machinery to meet stringent safety standards, resulting in no reported safety incidents.
- Fabricated custom components using welding and machining techniques.
- Assembled and tested components to ensure proper functionality and performance.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Tested machinery for proper alignment and balance and adjusted accordingly.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service when interacting with clients.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Ensured timely completion of work orders by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality control.
- Troubleshot hydraulic systems efficiently, resulting in faster turnaround times on critical system repairs or replacements.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
Fitter
Hillview Quarrys
Dromana
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Performed welding repairs to restore damaged parts and components to their original condition.
- Fabricated a complex structural steel bridge that met all safety and structural requirements, resulting in a successful on-time completion.
- Inspected welds for quality and accuracy, ensuring all parts and components met required specifications.
- Applied appropriate welding techniques to complete projects efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Provided guidance to apprentices and trainees to ensure they met safety and performance standards.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various structural components in accordance with job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
- Provided reliable support for emergency breakdowns, minimizing production delays and losses due to unplanned downtime.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
- Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Operated telehandler, haul trucks, loader excavator and other equipment on daily basis.
Apprentice Mechanic
Mazda Australia
Brighton
09.2010 - 01.2015
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Created reports and documents as requested by the office manager.
- Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, resolving customer issues in a timely manner.
- Operated cash register, credit card machine, and other electronic equipment accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted customers with locating items and providing product information.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring that all transactions were completed within the established time frame.
Education
Orbost Secondary College
OrbostCert IV Automotive -
Tafe Vic
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Leadership
- Effective Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Team development
- Safety management
- Maintenance expertise
- Technical problem solving
- Production tracking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mineral processing
- Technical reporting
Certification
- CN Crane License
- License to Perform High Risk Work
Timeline
Quarry Leading Hand
Graymont
10.2023 - Current
Leading Hand
Mansfield Crushing
01.2021 - 10.2023
Maintenance Manager
Parkside Group
01.2019 - 01.2021
Lead Mechanic
Tyre Power
01.2018 - 12.2018
Fitter
Jansons Concrete & Haulage
01.2017 - 12.2017
Fitter
Hillview Quarrys
01.2015 - 01.2017
Apprentice Mechanic
Mazda Australia
09.2010 - 01.2015
Orbost Secondary College
Cert IV Automotive -
Tafe Vic