Alex Shelford
Gympie
Summary
Qualified Mechanical Fitter with over 8 years of experience in maintaining gas engines, gas compressors, and cryogenic pumps, along with expertise in assembling municipal vehicles and mechanical systems. Demonstrates a strong ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while delivering timely results and optimizing routes. Proven track record of maintaining accurate records and ensuring customer satisfaction reflects a commitment to excellence. Strong time management and problem-solving skills enhance the capability to meet challenges head-on and drive operational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
Lakeside Mobility & Scooter
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at destinations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for accountability.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery times.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status and inquiries.
- Delivered mobility scooters and related equipment to customers, ensuring timely and accurate service.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and operational efficiency through regular inspections and maintenance checks.
- Assisted customers with product setup and usage instructions, improving user satisfaction and experience.
Parts Interpreter
Corbets Parts and Industrial
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Interpret parts for various trucks and machinery
- Front counter customer service
- Liaising with account customers and suppliers
- Managing customer accounts
- Quoting, ordering, receiving and invoicing stock
- Maintaining a presentable shop front and on hand stock quantities
- Extremely fast passed environment
- Working with team to achieve the companies goals and KPI’s
- Load and unload customer/clients car, truck or trailer.
Press Operator
Laminex Operator (Monkland)
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Run G1 and G2 Press
- Martian quality and quantity of production
- Rotating 12hr Day/Night Shift
Mechanical Fitter
Cryoquip Nikkiso
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Rebuild and service oxygen and nitrogen pumps
- Follow manufacture drawings
- Travel to sites to complete vessel change outs and pump service works
- Machine parts for service in pumps and pipe spools
- Manage and supervise apprentices
- Assemble pipe spools and pipe spool skids to engineering specifications
Afternoon Shift Maintenance Fitter / Fill in Maintenance Supervisor
Dormit Timber Mill
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Relieve Maintenance supervisor position
- Maintenance of timber milling machines
- Attend machine breakdowns
- Manufacture of parts on lathe and mill
- Stock control and parts ordering
- Manage and supervise Fitter apprentice
- Fabricate/upgrade and maintain mill structures as needed
Mechanical Fitter
Bucher Municipal
12.2016 - 04.2019
- Assembly of Municipal vehicles; street sweepers and garbage trucks
- General tidiness of workplace
- Preparation of materials
- Making sure all jobs are completed correct to standards
Mechanical Fitter
Origin Energy (Gas Plant)
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Preventative maintenance and breakdown work of caterpillar 3612, 3406 Waukesha Engine and gas compressor packages
- Maintenance of gas engines, gas centrifugal and reciprocating compressors
- Use of Origin’s electronic permit and E-Business suite – reporting/log system
- Stock control
- General tidiness of work place
- Cataloguing parts into organization systems
- Follow OH&S procedures
- Making sure all jobs are completed correct to standards
- Apprenticeship
Truck Driver
Handy Hire Services
11.2023 - 2024
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently across the Gympie, Maryborough and Herveybay region.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes to minimize downtime and enhance service quality.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices, fostering a culture of safety.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently across multiple states.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to provide updates on delivery status and address logistical challenges.
- Implemented best practices for load securing, resulting in improved cargo safety during transit.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding deliveries, enhancing client satisfaction through effective problem-solving skills.
Skills
- Quickly adapt to new tasks
- Excellent communication skills
- Team Player
- Good at problem solving
- Proficient in task coordination
- Strong technical computer skills
- Strong proactive approach
- Knowledgeable in safety compliance procedures
- Competent in conducting safety evaluations
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Forklift operation
Certification
- Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade
- Certificate II in Information Technology
- Forklift Licence
- HR Truck Licence
- Working at Heights Trained
- Perform Rescue from a Live LV panel
- First Aid Trained HLTAFA311A, HLTA211A, HLTCPR211A
- Use of portable firefighting equipment PRMPFES05B
- Emergency Spill Response
- Enter and work in a Confined Space – RII0HS202A
- Awareness of Electrical Installations in Hazardous Areas
- SWAGELOK training – TM112A, TM113A, TM114A
- Work safely in the construction industry – Induction card number: 1262603
- Workplace Health and Safety -Safety Sense Certificate & Metal and Engineering Component – QLD Government
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Lakeside Mobility & Scooter
11.2024 - 07.2025
Truck Driver
Handy Hire Services
11.2023 - 2024
Parts Interpreter
Corbets Parts and Industrial
08.2023 - 11.2023
Press Operator
Laminex Operator (Monkland)
09.2022 - 08.2023
Mechanical Fitter
Cryoquip Nikkiso
03.2020 - 07.2022
Afternoon Shift Maintenance Fitter / Fill in Maintenance Supervisor
Dormit Timber Mill
04.2019 - 03.2020
Mechanical Fitter
Bucher Municipal
12.2016 - 04.2019
Mechanical Fitter
Origin Energy (Gas Plant)
01.2011 - 01.2015
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