Blake Pearce
Kewdale
Summary
A highly skilled and motivated Fitter Machinist with experience in machining, maintenance, mechanical trade, and hydraulic systems. Proven ability to learn quickly, work effectively in teams and independently, and maintain a strong work ethic. Skilled in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing hydraulic components to ensure optimal performance. Dedicated to safety, efficiency, and high-quality workmanship in engineering and machining environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitter Machinist
Goldfields Rockdrill
Perth
08.2025 - Current
- Carried out repairs and rebuilds on drifters and hydraulic components
- Assembled and fitted components to meet project specifications.
- Fault finding on rock drills, diagnosing pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical issues to minimise downtime
Fitter Machinist
Rockdrill Services Australia (RDSA)
West Kalgoorlie
01.2019 - 08.2025
- Precision machining and mechanical fitting for mining equipment
- Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Ensuring adherence to workplace safety and compliance regulations
- Collaborating with engineers and technicians to improve processes
Fitter Machinist
Goldfields Machining
Boulder
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Machining and fabrication of custom components
- Disassembly, fault diagnosis, and precision repairs of hydraulic cylinders to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Performing quality control inspections and ensuring high precision work
- Working with a team to meet tight deadlines and client specifications
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to learn new skills quickly
- Friendly, approachable, and a team player
- Physically fit and capable of handling demanding tasks
- Reliable with a positive and proactive attitude
- Punctual, honest, and well-presented
- Experienced in a wide range of machining techniques
- Experienced in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hydraulic components
Certification
- Current WA C Class Driver's Licence
- National Police Clearance
- Certificate II in Engineering (MEM 20105 - Industry Training and Workplace Services)
- Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitter and Machinist)
- Completed Apprenticeship - Fitter Machinist (WT83 - MEM30205)
- High Risk Forklift License (WL3425646)
- RIIHAN305D - Operate a gantry overhead crane
- First Aid Certification (HLTAID003, HLTAID002, HLTAID001)
Po Box
PO Box 2411
Professional References
- Toni Hoyle, Industry Training and Workplace Services Manager, 11 Keogh Way, Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430, (08) 9022 7100, 0419 908 425
- Uklesh Singh, Supervisor, Rockdrill Services Australia, 12 Williams St, Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430, (08) 9022 2386, 0415 890 504
Timeline
Fitter Machinist
Goldfields Rockdrill
08.2025 - Current
Fitter Machinist
Rockdrill Services Australia (RDSA)
01.2019 - 08.2025
Fitter Machinist
Goldfields Machining
01.2016 - 01.2019