Allan Poole
WANDIN NORTH
Summary
Dynamic Plant Technician Team Leader at Kenworth Trucks with extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and a proven ability to lead teams under pressure. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills and reliable performance, ensuring safety and efficiency in production. Adept at using hand tools and fostering strong communication within teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Technician Team Leader
Kenworth Trucks
Bayswater, VIC
08.2011 - Current
Started as an operator on production line
Knowledge in all aspects of truck air systems and power train
Managed movement of finished heavy vehicles under safety protocols.
Safe operation of overhead cranes
Safety inspections of cranes and lifting equipment
Lead team to achieve time based targets
Completed task quality inspection
Defect rectification
Back fitting of steering, suspension and air system components on completed vehicles
Part identification and ordering.
Workshop Manager
International Motorcycle Importers
Ferntree Gully, VIC
04.2006 - 08.2011
Order and maintain workshop consumables
Customer service
Fault diagnosis
Rwc inspection
Adr compliance test reports
Motorcycle sales
Coordinate container delivery and unloading
Coordinate quarantine inspection
Motorcycle delivery
Staff management
Motorcycle servicing
Tyre fitting
Email and component ordering
Open and close and daily running of premises
Fitter and Finisher
Pegasus Horse Floats
Bayswater, VIC
03.1996 - 04.2006
All aspects of horse trailer manufacture including steel fabrication, cutting, welding, grinding, painting.
12 and 240 volt wiring
Trailer servicing
Axle alignment
Fitting and finishing new vehicles, inside and out
Education
Heslsville High School
Healesville, VICSkills
Extensive knowledge of hand tools and techniques
Capable welder and steel fabricator
Extensive knowledge and engines and mechanical equipment and servicing requirements
Able to work in a team or unsupervised
Reliable and dependable and punctual
Easy going great communication
Fast learning
Able to follow instructions
Problem solving
Good time management
Work well under pressure when required
Good attention to detail
Observant
Timeline
Plant Technician Team Leader
Kenworth Trucks
08.2011 - Current
Workshop Manager
International Motorcycle Importers
04.2006 - 08.2011
Fitter and Finisher
Pegasus Horse Floats
03.1996 - 04.2006
Heslsville High School