Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of mechanical technologies, tools and practices. Designs and develops equipment to improve prototypes and products. Experienced in leading projects from initial conception to completion within customer budget. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Vinidex
09.2023 - 01.2024
Researched novel processes and fabrication techniques through academic and professional literature reviews.
Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for new product development.
Mentored junior engineers in design principles and best practices, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous learning among team members.
Surveyed potential project sites before design, checking for space restrictions, mechanical feasibility and manufacturers guidelines.
Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Streamlined repair processes by maintaining a well-organized and clean workspace, contributing to increased productivity.
Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Raised safety standards for vehicles by performing comprehensive brake system repairs and replacements.
Enhanced vehicle longevity through meticulous attention to preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, belt replacements, and battery testing.
Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
Personal Care Assistant
Osboine Contemporary Aged Care
08.2022 - 09.2022
Fostered open communication between all parties involved in a client''s care plan, resulting in cohesive team efforts and improved client outcomes.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
Mechanic Apprentice
Southside Toyota
02.2015 - 11.2019
Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
Reduced downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Mechanic
Automotive Brothers Garage
07.2014 - 01.2015
Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
Streamlined repair processes by maintaining a well-organized and clean workspace, contributing to increased productivity.
Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Stock Trader
Supercheap Auto
08.2013 - 09.2013
Established a strong network within the industry, fostering relationships with other professionals that led to enhanced information sharing and collaboration opportunities.
Discussed trading strategies with portfolio managers to highlight current market sentiment, price points of resistance and support and liquidity characteristics of positions.
Contributed to the growth of the firm''s assets under management by successfully acquiring new clients through targeted marketing efforts.
Optimized workspace organization within the stockroom, making it easier for colleagues to locate items quickly.
Minimized loss prevention issues through vigilant monitoring of stockroom access points and reporting suspicious activity.
Picked and packed order items.
Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
Facilitated smoother store openings by ensuring all necessary products were stocked before the beginning of each shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Francis College
Crestmead
11.2014
Skills
Adaptable
Maintenance manual development
Finite element analysis
Prototype Development
Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication & comprehension
Well organized
Time management
Critical thinking
Strong work ethic
Flexible
Certification
Certificate III Individual Support LearnED Training - 2022
Diploma of Business Evocca College - 2015
Certificate II Work Practices - 2014
Certificate II Visual Art - 2014
Certificate II Landscaping - 2014
Certificate II Furniture making - 2014
Forklift License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
kirundi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
Vinidex
09.2023 - 01.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Osboine Contemporary Aged Care
08.2022 - 09.2022
Mechanic Apprentice
Southside Toyota
02.2015 - 11.2019
Mechanic
Automotive Brothers Garage
07.2014 - 01.2015
Stock Trader
Supercheap Auto
08.2013 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
St Francis College
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