Brock Howard
Kirrawee,Australia
Summary
Efficient Maintenance Fitter with expertise in machinery diagnostics and preventative maintenance. Proficient in welding techniques and equipment troubleshooting, ensuring smooth operations and enhanced equipment performance. Strong problem-solving skills and adherence to safety protocols support day-to-day success in Major Hazard Facility environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Refinery Maintenance Fitter
Glencore Australia, Minara Resources
Murrin Murrin, WA
06.2025 - Current
- Major Hazard Facility, Refinery.
- Conducted routine maintenance to ensure optimal machinery performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical issues swiftly to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members, enhancing operational processes.
- Inspected equipment to guarantee safety compliance and effectiveness.
- Utilized hand and power tools for maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in training new staff, promoting safety, and skill development.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
- Assisted other technicians in more complex repairs when required.
- Ordered replacement parts when necessary from approved suppliers.
- Followed safety regulations while performing maintenance activities onsite or in the workshop environment.
Mechanical Reliability Fitter
Thales Above Water Systems Australia
Garden Island
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered high-quality service for naval and commercial ships.
- Maintained propulsion systems and steering mechanisms across all ship operations.
- Engaged in ongoing training to strengthen knowledge and expertise in ship maintenance.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and completing regular training.
- Enhanced team communication through clear documentation of procedures and operational updates.
- Managed hazardous materials handling in accordance with safety protocols.
- Worked on rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, and turbines.
- Mentored apprentices to promote skill development and safety awareness.
Petrochemical Refinery Operator/Maintainer
Qenos
Botany Bay
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Major Hazard Facility, Refinery.
- Maintained continuous operation of petrochemical plastics plant through dedicated shift management.
- Issued cold work permits, ensuring proper isolation and safe practices under permit to work system.
- Executed safe startups and shutdowns of equipment while adhering to strict safety compliance protocols.
- Documented procedures and updates to improve communication among team members effectively.
- Oversaw mechanical maintenance during plant shutdowns, contributing to essential infrastructure upkeep.
- Led initiatives for equipment upgrades alongside engineering department, boosting reliability and efficiency.
- Facilitated training of cadet technicians, enhancing workforce capabilities in plant operations.
- Operated equipment to maintain production flow in chemical processing plant.
- Monitored control systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Apprentice Fitter Machinist
Qenos
Botany Bay
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Major Hazard Facility, Refinery.
- Completed rigorous fitting and machining apprenticeship within high-risk major hazard facility.
- Recognized as Apprentice of the Year 2020 for outstanding performance.
- Pioneered innovative alignment method for ZSK300 extruder using dummy shafts, enhancing efficiency.
- Engineered specialized tool for 2-meter drill bit, mitigating safety risks in reactor instrument handling.
- Conducted regular unsafe act prevention checks to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with experienced fitters, mastering various technical tasks in workshop environment.
- Supervised teams during shutdowns, coordinating efforts to meet tight timelines and objectives.
- Implemented safety devices and designed maintenance improvement cabin, ensuring worker safety during operations.
- Assembled components using hand and power tools for production processes.
- Maintained equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan.
- Documented work processes to maintain accurate records of activities performed.
Education
CERT III Process Manufacturing - Chemical Process Technology
TAFE NSW
NSW, Australia01.2024
CERT IV Fluid Power - Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician
TAFE NSW
NSW, Australia01.2020
CERT III Fitting Machining - Mechanical Engineering
TAFE NSW
NSW, Australia01.2020
Skills
- Machinery diagnostics
- Safety protocols
- Leadership
- Preventive maintenance
- Permit management
- Distributed control systems
- Quality assurance
- Crisis management
- Process optimization
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Workshop techniques
- Unsafe act prevention
- Team collaboration
- Creative problem solving
- Plant operations management
- Machining and fitting
- Organizational planning
- Mentoring and training
- SAP and Oracle
Certification
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
- High Risk Work License (forklift trucks)
- White Card
- Gas Test Atmospheres
- Confined Space Entry
- Confined Space Standby
- Hot work Standby
- Working at Heights
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Refinery Maintenance Fitter
Glencore Australia, Minara Resources
06.2025 - Current
Mechanical Reliability Fitter
Thales Above Water Systems Australia
01.2024 - 06.2025
Petrochemical Refinery Operator/Maintainer
Qenos
01.2021 - 01.2024
Apprentice Fitter Machinist
Qenos
01.2017 - 01.2020
CERT III Process Manufacturing - Chemical Process Technology
TAFE NSW
CERT IV Fluid Power - Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician
TAFE NSW
CERT III Fitting Machining - Mechanical Engineering
TAFE NSW