Ben Moore
Greenough,Australia
Summary
Quality Workmanship | Maintaining focus on reliability and quality servicing across mining/general light vehicles including recognition as Regional Apprentice Finalist, two years running for workmanship quality. Safety Compliance | Showing a high-level commitment to safety by being selected and trained as one of Toyota's certified chassis welders for major recall (more than 100,000 vehicles affected) program. Plant Availability | Managing fault-finding and diagnostics including liaison with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across workshop services and field breakdowns/callout's to Rio Tinto and BHP.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic, Apprentice Boilermaker
Bushman Industries
Geraldton, Western Australia
12.2024 - Current
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
Apprentice Boilermaker
BPM Mobile Welding
Geraldton, Western Australia
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces into precise shapes as needed for assembly.
- Coordinated with engineering staff regarding design modifications or changes required due to field conditions or customer requirements.
- Repaired truck bodies and heavy vehicles and performed sheet metal and structural fabrication with exacting attention to safety and detail.
- Welded aluminum, mild steel and stainless steel, expertly deploying gas metal arc, tungsten arc and manual metal arc welding processes.
- Inspected completed work and ground, sanded and polished to durable finish using hand and power tools and verified full conformance to specifications before welding.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
Apprentice Boilermaker/ Fabricator
Jax Engineering
Karratha, Western Australia
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Fabricate aluminum components using cutting tools, welding equipment, and other machinery.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine the specific job requirements.
- Welded thin gauge sheet metal parts utilizing gas tungsten arc welding process.
- Utilized MIG and TIG welding techniques to join sections of aluminum components together.
- Developed jigs, fixtures, templates and patterns for use in the production of aluminum products.
- Performed aluminum welding on a variety of marine components and assemblies.
- Resolved problems encountered during welding operations by troubleshooting issues related to fitup or distortion due to heat input.
- Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
- Completed repairs with frequent work in different welding positions and environments.
Mechanic
NW Mechanical Solutions
Karratha, Western Australia
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Organized work assignments among technicians, mechanics, and subcontractors according to their qualifications and abilities.
- Investigated customer complaints related to malfunctioning equipment or improper installation practices by technicians and mechanics.
- Monitored and supervised all mechanical activities in the workshop.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Fencing Contractor
RB Remote Contracting
Pilbara, Gascoyne, Western Australia
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Measured property boundaries to determine the number of fence posts needed for each job.
- Provided advice on proper care of completed fences in order to ensure longevity.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for each job site.
- Completed work in different weather conditions and on diverse ground types.
- Measured and aligned posts using levels and bobs to verify alignment and achieve professional finished looks.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Build portable and permanent cattle yards.
Mechanic and Station Hand
DeGrey Station
DeGrey, Western Australia
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Feed and water livestock, monitor health conditions, inspect pastures and fencing for damage.
- Observe cows during calving season to ensure a safe delivery of calf.
- Castrate bulls using approved methods such as rubber rings or banding.
- Operate farm machinery such as tractors and hay balers to move hay bales or other materials.
- Sort cattle into appropriate groups based on age, sex, weight for branding purposes.
- Remove manure from pens, clean up spills, maintain feed storage areas.
- Participated in necessary farm chores and assisted with feeding, turnout, cleaning stalls, barn and farm maintenance, grooming and exercise.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.
Mechanical Technician
Malley Group
Karratha, Western Australia
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex projects efficiently.
- Tested, diagnosed, and repaired malfunctioning components.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing operations to verify performance specifications.
- Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired engineering equipment.
Mechanical Fitter
3 Rivers Contracting
Meekatharra, Western Australia
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Maintain and repair machinery and equipment including Skid steers, Backhoe, Loaders, Excavators, End tippers, Traxcavator and Telehandlers.
- Civil works, Concreting, Plant wash down, Exploration clearing.
- Carried out routine maintenance activities on production lines including lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts.
- Provided technical support to other departments within the organization as needed.
- Inspected machinery for wear and tear to diagnose faults.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - LIGHT VEHICLE
Pilbara Motor Group (PMG)
Karratha, Australia
01.2008 - 11.2014
- Maintained daily work scheduling for servicing of cars, 4WD and coaster buses including mainly Toyota (Landcruisers and Hilux) vehicles for a broad range of customers including mining companies.
- Performed regular service and repairs for Monadelphous, Rio Tinto's Cape Lambert and Port B (Wickham) operational fleet of light vehicles including remote urgent work at Pannawonica.
- Rebuilt engines, diffs, gearboxes and worked through influx of engine overhauls due to local rain damage, as well as all diagnostics, brakes, clutches and electrical fault finding.
- Completed service procedures and job cards ensuring all parts, hours and other requirements entered in a timely manner, working with parts and customer service divisions to meet deadlines.
- Inducted onto BHP Billiton/HWE's Area C mine site to complete major Toyota recall program involving 50 Hilux work utes' tail shaft support bracket reinforcement.
- Installed and welded (MIG) reinforcing brackets to cross member/centre bearings ensuring all Take5s and Lockout procedures maintained.
Education
Certificate III - Automotive Mechanical Technology
Pilbara Institute
Skills
- Preventative Maintenance
- Fault-Finding & Repairs
- Workshop & Field Exposure
- OH&S Compliant
- Maintenance Programs
- OHS&W Compliant
- Fuel Injection Systems
- Engine Rebuilds
- Steering & Suspension
- Risk Assessments
- Auto/Manual Transmission
- Metal fabrication
- Gas metal arc welding
- Fabrication
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Stick welding
- Aluminum welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Diesel Fuel Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Hydraulic Brakes
References
- Jess Grigson, Jax Engineering/ Tidal solutions, 0407896545
- Clark Smith, NW Mechanical Solutions, 0427525275
Timeline
Mechanic, Apprentice Boilermaker
Bushman Industries
12.2024 - Current
Apprentice Boilermaker
BPM Mobile Welding
11.2023 - 12.2024
Apprentice Boilermaker/ Fabricator
Jax Engineering
10.2022 - 11.2023
Mechanic
NW Mechanical Solutions
01.2019 - 10.2022
Fencing Contractor
RB Remote Contracting
03.2017 - 11.2018
Mechanic and Station Hand
DeGrey Station
10.2016 - 03.2017
Mechanical Technician
Malley Group
08.2015 - 10.2016
Mechanical Fitter
3 Rivers Contracting
11.2014 - 07.2015
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - LIGHT VEHICLE
Pilbara Motor Group (PMG)
01.2008 - 11.2014
Certificate III - Automotive Mechanical Technology
Pilbara Institute