Alexandrea Cleal
Perth,WA
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice Mechanical Fitter with hands-on experience across mining and heavy industry sites, including Alcoa’s Pinjarra operations and Lynas Mt Weld. Skilled in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and refurbishment of equipment such as pumps, bearings, couplings, and gearboxes. Strong technical foundation supported by formal training through Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Fitting and a Certificate IV in Mines Rescue. Safety-focused, eager to learn, and committed to completing apprenticeship requirements to progress into a fully qualified
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Alcoa – Pinjarra Alumina Refinery
Pinjarra
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on critical plant equipment.
- Assisted with pump overhauls, bearing changes, and gearbox alignments.
- Applied lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) and workplace safety procedures consistently.
- Gained exposure to large-scale industrial systems and preventative maintenance planning.
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Lynas Rare Earths – Mt Weld
Mt Weld
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed skills in mechanical dismantling, fitting, and assembly.
- Carried out component inspections and seal/gasket replacements.
- Assisted tradespeople with equipment maintenance and overhauls.
- Built strong technical foundation ahead of TAFE competency requirements.
Education
Certificate IV - Mines Rescue
Certificate II - Engineering (Mechanical Fitting)
Graduated Year 12 - undefined
Frederick Irwin Anglican School
Certificate III - Engineering – Mechanical Fitting
09.2025
Certificate III - Engineering – Mechanical Fitting
12.2023
Skills
- Preventative and corrective maintenance
- Centrifugal pump refurbishment & alignment
- Bearing removal, fitting & lubrication knowledge
- Gearbox inspection & commissioning
- Mechanical seals & gland packing installation
- Use of precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers, dial indicators)
- Fault finding and troubleshooting in mechanical systems
- Power tools usage
Certification
- Certificate IV in Mines Rescue
- Forklift Licence (LF)
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
- Dogging Ticket
- Confined Space
- Working at Heights
Key Strengths
- Strong work ethic with proven ability to adapt to different worksites and teams.
- Safety-first approach, consistently applying risk assessments and control measures.
- Fast learner, proactive, and committed to completing apprenticeship sign-offs.
- Effective communicator with team-oriented mindset.
Timeline
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Alcoa – Pinjarra Alumina Refinery
01.2024 - Current
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Lynas Rare Earths – Mt Weld
01.2022 - 12.2023
Certificate II - Engineering (Mechanical Fitting)
Graduated Year 12 - undefined
Frederick Irwin Anglican School