Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Charith Dahanayake

Charith Dahanayake

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

A person with number of different job experiences qualifications and skill levels from as a commercial cleaner, retail team member, Passenger vehicle driver, Community Development worker and a Light Vehicle Service Technician

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Technician

Frankston Jeep Service
Frankston, VIC
12.2021 - Current
  • Conducted vehicle service procedure to diagnose and fix problems
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all service operations and repairs.
  • Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle models following manufacturer guidelines.
  • Followed all safety protocols while performing work in potentially hazardous environments.
  • Logged services performed in repair order.
  • Trained new team members on service processes

Heavy Vehicle Assembler

Kenworth Trucks
Bayswater, VIC
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assembled components according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Operated hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline the assembly process and improve workflow.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency.

Commercial Passenger Vehicle Driver

Uber
Melbourne, VIC
01.2018 - 12.2021
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers and has got a rating of 4.9/5 as one of the highest-rated Uber drivers.
  • Navigated city routes to ensure timely passenger pickups and drop-offs.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks.
  • Communicated with passengers to provide a positive riding experience.
  • Managed ride requests efficiently using the Uber driver app interface.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure passenger and vehicle safety at all times.
  • Adapted to changing traffic conditions and rerouted as necessary for efficiency.
  • Assisted passengers with luggage and special needs during rides.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.

Team Member (Training)

Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House
Berwick, VIC
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Functioned collaboratively with various partners.
  • Communicated effectively with the managers to understand the training and development needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized working environment.
  • Brought forth an excellent track record of attendance and punctuality.
  • Remained committed to learning and growing inside the organization.
  • Carried out a research project for OM;NI discussion group.
  • Awareness campaign to increase the popularity of OM;NI discussion group.
  • Community Garden Project.

Team Member

Coles
Melbourne, VIC
05.2016 - 01.2018
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout store areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to fulfill daily operational tasks.
  • Engaged with customers to create a welcoming environment.
  • Trained new team members using approved training materials and information.

Naval Personnel

Sri Lanka Navy
02.2005 - 04.2014

Overseas Experiences

  • Specialized Navigator in the deep seas and territorial waters with bridge watch keeping and ocean navigation certificates.
  • Developing planning and formulating workplace relationship policies and programs and procedures for the effective functioning of the crew.
  • Studying and interpreting legislation, agreements policies and procedures.
  • Providing advice and information to higher authorities on workplace staff performance and disciplinary matters.
  • Commencing personal interviews and maintaining personnel records in associated human resource information systems.
  • Interpret pay scales and provide supervise and advice on preparation of wages, special allowances, victualing and clothing allowances.
  • Prepare policies and procedures as per the organization's requirement.
  • Implement Naval law for Dispute settlement in groups and individuals.
  • Event management in special events
  • Leadership role in assigned tasks
  • Diplomatic representative in international events

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Certificate 3 in Light Vehicle Mechanical T

Education Access Australia
Melbourne, VIC
04-2022

Master of Arts - International Community Development

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC
04-2019

Skills

  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Team training
  • Service documentation
  • Safety compliance
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Work with minimal supervision
  • Service reports
  • Hand tools

Affiliations

  • Played Cricket in Club level
  • Camping
  • Cycling

Languages

English
Professional
Sinhalese
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Number of National level Medals decorations and Commendations for various work (overseas)

Certification

  • Food handling and Safety Certificate
  • Advanced Fire Fighting, Damage Control and Disaster management training - (Overseas/Ships onboarding requirement)
  • Driver's license (full)
  • Level 2 First aid Certificate (Currently expired - Willing to renew as per job requirement)
  • Working at hight card
  • Working with Children check (Currently expired, Willing to renew as per job requirement)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Service Technician

Frankston Jeep Service
12.2021 - Current

Heavy Vehicle Assembler

Kenworth Trucks
08.2021 - 12.2021

Team Member (Training)

Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House
09.2018 - 04.2019

Commercial Passenger Vehicle Driver

Uber
01.2018 - 12.2021

Team Member

Coles
05.2016 - 01.2018

Naval Personnel

Sri Lanka Navy
02.2005 - 04.2014

Certificate of Technical Studies - Certificate 3 in Light Vehicle Mechanical T

Education Access Australia

Master of Arts - International Community Development

Victoria University
Charith Dahanayake