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Ben O’Keeffe

Perth,WA

Summary

My family own and operate a family run timber harvesting and haulage company my father is also a qualified hgv mechanic which enticed me to also get a hgv qualification I also have great interest in working on and operating heavy machinery

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hgv mechanical

Island timber transport
Abbeyleix, Co. Laois
10.2019 - Current

. Maintaining service and general upkeep of family owned logging fleet ie trucks trailer timber cranes

. Fault finding and repair faults

.engine maintenance ie engine rebuild/repairs service/maintenance .ie fuel ,water diesel leaks

. Service scheduling

.12 week maintenance checks

Forestry Worker

Cuddy and Kennedy Timber Harvesting
Laois Ireland
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Conducted regular safety meetings with team members, promoting a culture of workplace safety and hazard awareness.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks
  • Removal a logged timber to roadside loading bay for truck to haul away

HGV technician

Browne commercial spares
Nass ireland , Kildare
12.2022 - 02.2025
  • Conducted periodic machinery checks and advised owners or users about maintenance and repair expectations.
  • Completed repairs within agreed timescales to minimise downtime.
  • Examined machinery and mechanical equipment to evaluate performance and identify problems.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by maintaining clean work area.
  • Traced machinery malfunctions and troubleshot potential solutions.
  • Communicated clearly with clients about required repairs, gaining their trust and confidence.
  • Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
  • Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
  • Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults to inform repair plans.
  • I have worked on trucks , tractors, hgv trailers, forestry machinery, stone crushers in quarry’s and I’m hoping to further my experience by working on bigger complex machines

HGV mechanic

Philip Doughe mechanical services
Abbeyleix, Co. Laois
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
  • Completed service orders and invoices to support proper documentation.
  • Visited field locations to conduct emergency repairs and restore mechanical function.
  • Purchased new parts and monitored inventory.
  • Performed accurate electrical testing, enabling safe system fault repairs.
  • Examined parts closely to detect breakages and excessive wear due to misuse or equipment failures.
  • Managed time effectively while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults to inform repair plans.

Education

Trade apprenticeship - Hgv mechanic

Tus athlone
Athlone Ireland, Westmeath

Skills

  • Diagnostic software utilisation
  • Oil change procedures
  • Diagnostic competence
  • Engine overhaul techniques
  • Heavy plant repairs
  • Vehicle system repair
  • Implementing mot standards
  • Valid 417 visa approved
  • Visa valid till December 2026

Certification

Qualified hgv mechanic with Irish qualification certificate

Valid 417 working holiday

Hr license

White card

Timeline

Forestry Worker

Cuddy and Kennedy Timber Harvesting
02.2025 - 05.2025

HGV technician

Browne commercial spares
12.2022 - 02.2025

HGV mechanic

Philip Doughe mechanical services
01.2020 - 12.2023

Hgv mechanical

Island timber transport
10.2019 - Current

Trade apprenticeship - Hgv mechanic

Tus athlone
Ben O’Keeffe