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Bradley Watson

Blue Haven

Summary

My career goal is to gain employment in the heavy vehicle industry. I would like build and develop my interest and passion for cars, trucks and heavy machinery, expand my knowledge base, complete further qualifications, begin a lifelong career in an ever-changing industry, and be a part of a team that engages in my interests. I am an eager and keen person who is willing to learn all necessary requirements of my job and eager to upskill to further my knowledge in an ever changing industry.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

HV Trucks
Heatherbrae, New South Wales
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Oversee and mentor apprentices, carry out services, complete warranty jobs, fill out paperwork according to HV Trucks standard, diagnose trucks, carry out pre registration inspections, swap differentials, remove replace clutches, change tyres, install/remove hydraulic systems including PTO and order parts from manufacturers/parts suppliers.
  • Completed additional quality checks to catch any missed details before releasing trucks to customers
  • Coached second-year apprentices on developing a logical, step-by-step approach to repairs and part identification.

Diesel Fitter

K&S Freighters
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Minor and major services on fleet vehicles including prime movers, rigids, various trailer models and forklifts, brake diagnosis and repairs, suspension diagnosis and repairs, clutch diagnosis and repairs, air system diagnosis and repairs, bearing repacks on trailers, engine diagnosis and repairs, cooling system diagnosis and repairs and general running repairs.
  • Basic MIG welding skills and some hydraulic skills.

Diesel Fitter

Bayswater Mining
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy machinery to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Worked on boggers, graders, dump trucks, water carts, shotcrete trucks and ITs.
  • Assist with breakdowns down wherever required such as in the decline.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs and services performed, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Diesel Fitter

K&S Freighters
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Minor and major services on fleet vehicles including prime movers, rigids, various trailer models and forklifts, brake diagnosis and repairs, suspension diagnosis and repairs, clutch diagnosis and repairs, air system diagnosis and repairs, bearing repacks on trailers, engine diagnosis and repairs, cooling system diagnosis and repairs and general running repairs.
  • Basic MIG welding skills and some hydraulic skills.

1st Year Apprentice

Phil Gilbert Toyota
Lidcombe, New South Wales
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Shadow a senior mechanic and understand what was required of the job and how to fill out job cards properly and accurately.
  • Learning the Takata airbag recalls, power window switch recalls and fuel pump recalls.
  • Showing the 4th year apprentices how to complete these jobs in a timely manner.

Spare Part Storeperson

Phil Gilbert Toyota Spare Parts Warehouse
Lidcombe, New South Wales
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Pick packing, proper invoice coding, part labelling/description, stock takes, restocking parts, locate missing parts, receipting purchase orders, order missing parts and delivering parts to smash repair businesses when required.

Education

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

TAFE
Wetherill Park, NSW
01.2022

Year 12 HSC -

The Kings School
North Parramatta
01.2015

Skills

  • Team Player, hard working, reliable, punctual, follow direction, show initiative, excellent attention to detail, willing to learn, good communication skills
  • Basic MIG welding skills, Hydraulic skills

Awards

Apprentice of the Year, Phil Gilbert Toyota 2018, Hard work, attention to detail and quick advancement to harder jobs in under a year.

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

HV Trucks
01.2025 - 04.2025

Diesel Fitter

K&S Freighters
01.2023 - 01.2024

Diesel Fitter

Bayswater Mining
01.2023 - 01.2023

Diesel Fitter

K&S Freighters
01.2019 - 01.2023

1st Year Apprentice

Phil Gilbert Toyota
01.2018 - 01.2019

Spare Part Storeperson

Phil Gilbert Toyota Spare Parts Warehouse
01.2016 - 01.2018

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

TAFE

Year 12 HSC -

The Kings School

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