Michael MacDonald
Ipswich,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Fitter with a proven track record at Visy, skilled in welding and troubleshooting. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency through proactive maintenance and team collaboration. Holds multiple high-risk licenses and excels in safety practices, ensuring minimal downtime and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Dedicated to fostering a supportive and safe work environment. Greatest strengths lie in efficient trouble shooting, quality workmanship that allows an employee to place full trust in the outcomes delivered.
Has held a supervisory role for several years and supported management by stepping up into their role when needed and maintained smooth operations on their leave.
Holds an exceptionally high standard of workmanship with pride in work delivered and dedication to ensure work operations are effective and safe.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Fitter
Visy
Yatala , QLD
03.2021 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Inspected equipment for wear and addressed mechanical issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete scheduled maintenance tasks effectively.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for repairs and installations efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical failures to minimize downtime.
- Followed safety protocols while conducting repairs and maintenance tasks consistently.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance processes.
- Assisted other technicians in more complex repairs when required.
- Replaced defective components in order to minimize downtime.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure smooth operation of machines.
- Ordered replacement parts when necessary from approved suppliers.
- Fabricated parts from metal stock using welding techniques like MIG and TIG welding.
- Trained junior staff members on safe working practices related to maintenance duties.
- Readied machines for scheduled inspections by regulatory authorities.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other lifting devices to move heavy objects safely during repair jobs.
Trade Assistant
Enap
Wacol , QLD
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted skilled tradespeople in daily maintenance and repair tasks.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete various construction activities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work environments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of tools and work areas.
- Supported inventory management by tracking materials and supplies usage.
- Assisted in the assembly of equipment according to specifications and guidelines.
- Operated hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders, sanders to assist tradespeople with their tasks.
- Organised materials and supplies ready for use by tradespeople.
- Drove and utilized company vehicle to transport tools, materials, equipment and supplies to work sites.
- Measured and cut materials accurately using measuring instruments such as tape measures and calipers.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with materials needed for jobsite activities.
Education
Lowood State High School
Lowood , QLDSkills
- Maintenance Fitter Certificate
- High Risk Licences
- EWP above 11mtrs
- Medium Rigid Licence
- Forklift ticket
- Scissor ticket
- Dogman/Dogging Ticket
- Loader ticket
- First Aid and CPR Certificates
- Excavator ticket
- Bobcat ticket
- Confined Spaces Ticket
- Working from Heights Ticket
Timeline
Maintenance Fitter
Visy
03.2021 - Current
Trade Assistant
Enap
03.2018 - 03.2021
Lowood State High School