Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Brian Makisemu

Kalgoorlie,Western Australia

Summary

Accomplished Diesel/Trailer Mechanic at Blue Tongue/Centurion, skilled in welding and troubleshooting complex systems. Enhanced customer satisfaction.

Professional Diesel Mechanic with experience in providing quality maintenance services on wide range of vehicles. Skilled in engine and brake repair, diagnostics and troubleshooting. Proven record of successfully restoring vehicles to peak operating performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diesel/trailer Mechanic

Blue Tongue/Centurion
04.2024 - Current
  • Fabricated parts and welded connections.
  • Maintained accurate records of all completed work, providing transparency for management and clients.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
  • Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
  • Improved trailer safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while working on trailers, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.

Artisan Mechanic

First Quantum Mining and Operations
05.2016 - 04.2024
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.

Technician

Airbrake Reconditioning
01.2011 - 05.2016
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.

Maintenance Apprentice

Voyagers Rentals
09.2010 - 12.2010
  • Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
  • Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
  • Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.

Education

Diploma - AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS

Mechanics For Africa
Zambia
02.2011

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting abilities
  • Suspension repair
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Hydraulic systems proficiency
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Documentation requirements
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Electrical diagnostics
  • Welding skills
  • Diagnostic
  • Trailer diagnostics
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Brake system repair
  • Air brake systems
  • Teamwork
  • Routine maintenance
  • Time management
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Leadership skills
  • Diesel engine repair
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Wheel bearings
  • Critical thinking
  • Detail-orientated

Certification

-Diploma automotive mechanics,

-Advanc dd pneumatic certificate,

-TSA

-Dogging and forklift tickets

-working at heights

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Diesel/trailer Mechanic

Blue Tongue/Centurion
04.2024 - Current

Artisan Mechanic

First Quantum Mining and Operations
05.2016 - 04.2024

Technician

Airbrake Reconditioning
01.2011 - 05.2016

Maintenance Apprentice

Voyagers Rentals
09.2010 - 12.2010

Diploma - AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS

Mechanics For Africa

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Brian Makisemu