Benedict Neumann
Adelaide
Summary
Mechanical professional made & trained in Germany, prepared for demanding roles requiring precision and problem-solving. Skilled in assembly, maintenance, and repair of machinery with strong focus on safety and efficiency. Known for effective collaboration and adaptive approach to meet evolving project needs. Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and reliability ensure high-quality results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Fitter
Orrcon Steel
02.2024 - Current
- Oto Tube Mill Project
- Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, refurbishing and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
- Completed projects on schedule through diligent time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated expertise using various hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments for accurate job execution.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues impacting overall project delivery timelines.
Mechanical Fitter / Rigger
Furnace Solutions
05.2021 - 02.2024
- FIFO & DIDO Shutdown projects & backfill maintenance positions on mine sites across WA & SA
- Assist the Supervisor with job timing, work scheduling, managing responsive maintenance as well as make recommendations to the Supervisor in relation to work practices, which could improve quality, increase productivity & reduce costs
- Completion & administration of maintenance inspection records on fixed plant & mobile plant mining equipment such as crushers, conveyor systems, vibrating screens, pumps, lv vehicle, coal rams/ extractor/charger and locomotive (hot car) including oil changes & lubrication
- Work in accordance with WHS, quality plans & work procedures
- Fault-finding on fixed & mobile plant (mechanical & hydraulic)
- Replacement & Installation of Pumps, pipework, valves & spools including alignment, flange management, manufacturing gaskets & mechanical seal installation
- Repairs & installation on fixed plant & mobile plant mining equipment such as crushers, conveyor systems, vibrating screens, lv vehicles, coal rams/ extractor/charger and locomotive (hot car)
- Installation & repairs of structural parts such as furnaces, kilns & structural steel
- Rigging pipework, pumps, beams etc on cranes & chain blocks
- Operating forklifts, HR Trucks & EWP
- Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
Mechanical Fitter
Crane Services
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed duties in workshop & on site across SA
- Maintenance service inspections on mechanical, hydraulic & diesel engine systems including completion & administration of maintenance inspection records
- Repairs, replacements & installations on mechanical, hydraulic & diesel engine systems on mobile cranes (Terex, Faun, Tadano & Liebherr), trucks & EWPs
- Performed rope changes, overload testing & safety checks
- Work in accordance with WHS, quality plans & work procedures
- Fault-finding on mechanical, hydraulic & diesel engine systems
- Operating forklifts, HR Trucks & Cranes
Crane Technician
Liebherr Group
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Performed duties on sites across Europe, FIFO & DIDO
- Maintenance service inspections on mechanical, hydraulic, diesel engine & electrical (400V) Liebherr systems including completion & administration of maintenance inspection records
- Repairs, replacements & installations on mechanical, hydraulic, diesel engine & electrical systems on Liebherr port & ship cranes
- Performed safety inspections, rope changes & overload tests up to200t load limit
- Work in accordance with quality plans & work procedures from client & Liebherr
- Arranging tools, spare parts & time schedules with clients
- Organisation of travel from & to site (flights, meals & accommodation)
- Fault-finding on mechanical, hydraulic diesel engine & electrical systems
- Operating cranes (200t), Forklifts (40t) & EWP's
- Completed multiple Liebherr upskill workshops for hydraulic & mechanical systems
Education
Mechanical Fitter -
Australian Government Department of Education
Adelaide, South Australia05.2019
Mechanical Fitter / Electrician - Mechatronik
Chamber of Industry & Commerce
02.2013
Skills
- Physically fit & always motivated
- Years of experience on construction & mine sites
- Ability to confidently & independently solve problems
- Work in accordance with WHS, quality plans & work procedures in teams or independently
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive communication
- Following instructions
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
Certification
- White Card
- Work Safely at Heights (within2 years)
- Confined Space & Gas Test Atmospheres (within2 years)
- HR Drivers Licence
- Dogging & Basic Rigging
- Forklift Licence
- EWP, Scissor & Vertical Lift Yellow Card
Visa
Permanent Resident, granted November2022
Timeline
Mechanical Fitter
Orrcon Steel
02.2024 - Current
Mechanical Fitter / Rigger
Furnace Solutions
05.2021 - 02.2024
Mechanical Fitter
Crane Services
07.2020 - 05.2021
Crane Technician
Liebherr Group
05.2015 - 05.2018
Mechanical Fitter -
Australian Government Department of Education
Mechanical Fitter / Electrician - Mechatronik
Chamber of Industry & Commerce
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