Brock Elliston
HUONVILLE,TAS
Summary
Adept at diagnostic testing and fostering safety compliance, I excelled at Cooper Automotive, enhancing workshop efficiency by 30%. My tenure included roles from Apprentice to Lead Technician, where I spearheaded training programs and integrated cutting-edge repair techniques. My effective communication and attention to detail significantly improved operational outcomes and team performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Cooper Automotive
Hobart
06.2022 - Current
- Training of apprentices and monitoring their progress through TAFE
- up skilling of mechanics through hands on teaching
- onboard new mechanics and help integrate into branches
- ensure safe working practices across all sites
- carry out complex diagnostics on various brands of vehicles
- research and supply repair data and specifications to technicians as required.
- monitor and help improve efficiency within the workshops
Assistant Operations Manager
Cooper Automotive
Hobart
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
- work with the operations manager to monitor workshops productivity.
- work with workshop managers to increase productivity and reach targets.
- Manage workshops including staff, workflow and budgets
- Carry out audits and rectify productivity issues as required
- Cover leave of mechanics.
- ensure a safe work environment
Assistant Branch Manager
Cooper Automotive
Hobart
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Supported the Branch Manager with daily tasks, ensuring smooth branch functioning and effective communication amongst team members.
- Trained and developed new team members in alignment with branch service standards and objectives.
- Monitored daily branch activities, quickly identifying areas requiring improvement or corrective action to maintain operational excellence.
- Oversaw successful completion of internal audits with minimal findings, demonstrating strong adherence to bank policies and regulations.
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Cooper Automotive
Hobart
04.2009 - 06.2013
- Service and Repair multiple brands of vehicles
- Diagnose vehicles and report to the manager on repair path.
- Complete all work safely
- Maintain a safe work place
- effectively communicate with other technicians and apprentices.
- Help train other technicians and apprentices
- work across multiple branches as required
Apprentice Mechanic
Cooper Automotive (through TACC Apprenticeship)
Hobart, TAS
09.2006 - 04.2009
- Assisted senior mechanics with complex repairs, gaining hands-on experience and improving technical skills.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles, asking questions, and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
- Took assessments to prove knowledge base and skills.
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- carry out was and vac on vehicles.
- Maintain clean and safe work environment.
- Drop off and collect vehicles
Education
Certificate III - Automotive Electrical Technology
TAFE Tasmania
Hobart, TAS04.2024
Certificate III - Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE Tasmania
Launceston, TAS04.2009
Skills
- Testing and repair of multiple vehicles and systems
- Diagnostic Testing of automotive computer communication systems
- Safety Compliance
- Effective communication
- Data Analysis
- Report Preparation
- Issue Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
Timeline
Lead Technician
Cooper Automotive
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Operations Manager
Cooper Automotive
12.2017 - 06.2022
Assistant Branch Manager
Cooper Automotive
06.2013 - 12.2017
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Cooper Automotive
04.2009 - 06.2013
Apprentice Mechanic
Cooper Automotive (through TACC Apprenticeship)
09.2006 - 04.2009
Certificate III - Automotive Electrical Technology
TAFE Tasmania
Certificate III - Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
TAFE Tasmania