Brad Fairlie
Werris Creek
Summary
Adept at prioritizing passenger safety and meeting performance targets, my tenure at Pacific National honed my emergency response and teamwork skills. Achievements include enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high customer satisfaction through effective communication and mechanical aptitude. Committed to continuous learning, I've also advanced my knowledge in safety regulations and train handling.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Train Driver Under Instruction
Pacific National
01.2023 - Current
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively while prioritizing passenger safety above all else.
- Consistently met company performance targets for punctuality, safety, and customer satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to address mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions to service.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and other team members, supporting seamless coordination of rail traffic across the network.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry regulations, attending workshops and conferences to maintain current knowledge of best practices.
- Maximized overall operational efficiency through effective time management and prioritization of tasks during each shift.
- Enhanced passenger safety through regular equipment inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently completing required documentation related to train operations, incidents, or delays.
- Monitored train-loading procedures to load and unload freight without damage.
Smash Repair Shop Owner Operator
Cessnock Paint and Panel
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Maintained accurate financial records, including sales reports, expense tracking, and budget management.
- Developed loyal customer base by consistently delivering high-quality products and personalized service.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively, resolving issues quickly to maintain overall satisfaction levels among clientele.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing overhead costs.
- Managed eight staff members setting out target times and ensuring productivity and job quality
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development when needed.
- Hired trained, and supervised a team of employees, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving store goals.
- Adapted business strategy in response to changing market conditions or consumer preferences, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing the shop''s overall success.
- Prepared annual budgets and monitored financial objectives.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cessnock High School
Mount View, NSW11-2009
Skills
- Mechanical tools
- Safety awareness
- Passenger assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Route logs
- Equipment inspection
- Technical aptitude
- Radio communication
- Train handling
- Safety rules and regulations
- Yard operations
- Engine tests
- Train control apparatus tests
- Brake control operation
- Safety procedures
- Track switch operation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Train Driver Under Instruction
Pacific National
01.2023 - Current
Smash Repair Shop Owner Operator
Cessnock Paint and Panel
01.2017 - 05.2019
- First Aid Certification
High School Diploma -
Cessnock High School
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