CHRIS CONWAY
MARYVILLE,Australia
Summary
Experienced in the diesel fitting industry, successfully transitioned to the hospitality/retail sector with valuable experience at The Lass O'gowrie Hotel and Macquariedale Organic Wines. Eager to further my career in this industry and contribute as a valuable member of your team. Strong commitment to delivering exceptional service and outstanding customer service skills. Consistently uphold a strong work ethic and take pride in my work. At 28 years old, maintain an active lifestyle and excellent physical health, enabling me to excel in physically demanding roles. Outside of work, indulge in outdoor activities such as BMX riding, surfing, fishing, and camping. Additionally, spending quality time with loved ones and engaging in social activities brings immense joy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Krinks Cruisers
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Guaranteed adherence to environmental standards by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials generated during repairs.
- Provided exceptional customer service during consultations, addressing client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction throughout the repair process.
Cellar Hand
MACQUARIEDALE ORGANIC WINES
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported the winemaking team in achieving desired production schedules by assisting with equipment setup, breakdown, and thorough sanitation procedures.
- Assisted with grape processing at harvest time, ensuring high-quality raw materials for wine production.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance, prolonging useful life and reducing repair costs.
- Facilitated smooth barrel transfers by operating forklifts safely and efficiently, minimizing product loss during transportation.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on finished products to ensure they met set standards before distribution.
- Enhanced wine quality by meticulously monitoring fermentation processes and adjusting temperatures accordingly.
- Improved vineyard yield by participating in pruning, canopy management, and other viticulture tasks as needed.
Bartender/ rsa marshall
THE LASS O'GOWRIE HOTEL
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Heavy Diesel Fitter
AFFLECKS MINING SOLUTIONS
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Contributed positively to overall team morale, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and mutual support among colleagues working with heavy diesel machinery.
- Balanced multiple competing priorities while working under tight deadlines, maintaining a high level of productivity and consistently delivering quality workmanship on all tasks involving heavy diesel machinery.
Heavy Diesel Fitter
MTEC MECHANICAL SERVICES
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Showcased versatility by adapting to various heavy diesel equipment brands and models, continuously expanding knowledge base and skill set.
- Developed comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for multiple types of heavy diesel machinery, prolonging equipment lifespan while minimizing costly breakdowns.
Plant operator/ wire worker
INFRABUILD
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment and consistent operational excellence.
Education
Highschool - Year 7-10
Maitland Grossman Highschool
Automotive - Year 11
Hunter Trade College
TAFE - 2013-2017
TAFE, Kurri Kurri
12.2017
Skills
- RSA
- RCG
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Bar service
- Cocktail preparation
- Cellar hand work
- Cleaning tanks
- Fault finding
- Diagnostics tools
- Problem-solving
- Job management
- Supplier communication
- Customer communication
- Service documentation
- Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)
- SLAM/Take 5's
- Analytical skills
- Routine maintenance
- Heavy vehicle maintenance
- Safe work principles
- PPE
- Working at heights
- Hot work permits
- Customer Service
- Highly reliable
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and Tolerance
- Team player attitude
- Cash Register Operation
- Payment Processing
- Menu Memorization
- New Hire Training
- Fast Learner
Leadership Experience
On assignment of new apprentices, I can demonstrate leadership skills by taking the lead and showing them how to perform the task correctly, allowing them to ask me quetions if they need to. I delegate tasks respectfully and am approachable and cooperative when requested to amend to task that require me to work outside of my standard work hours. I converse respectfully with team members in the workshop and to my peers in supervisory roles.
Workplacementexperience
- Lords Coffee & Associates
- Maitland Radiators
- Mack Volvo
- Cummins
Qualificationsandlicences
- RSA
- RCG
- White Card
- Full NSW Drivers Licence
- Forkliq Truck Licence
- Cer`ficate II Automo`ve Air Condi`oning Technology
- Cer`ficate III Automo`ve Electrical Technology
- Cer`ficate III Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- MDG25 cer`ficate
- Working at heights cer`ficate
Professionalreferences
- Tomm Mcdonald, Manager, Macquariedale Organic Wines, 0400 083 752
- Mackenzie Foster, Shiq Manager, The Lass O'gowrie Hotel, 0434 934 264
- Andrew Dunne, Manager, The Lass O'gowrie Hotel, 0411 541 887
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/05/96
Communication Skills
I believe I am a great communicator and contribute to workplace discussions for analysis and workplace maintenance. I work well as a part of a team and have a good relationship with my team members and peers. I can explain accurately to my supervisor/Foreman in a professional manner when I have identified repairs required on a vehicle or machinery and can raise issues that I feel need to be addressed respectfully and formally.
Certification
RSA & RCG White Card
Full NSW Drivers Licence
Forklift Truck Licence
Certficate II automotive aircon technology
Certificate III automotive electrical technology
Certficate III Heavy Commercial vehicle technology
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Krinks Cruisers
02.2024 - Current
Cellar Hand
MACQUARIEDALE ORGANIC WINES
02.2023 - 02.2024
Bartender/ rsa marshall
THE LASS O'GOWRIE HOTEL
02.2023 - 02.2024
Heavy Diesel Fitter
AFFLECKS MINING SOLUTIONS
11.2022 - 02.2023
Heavy Diesel Fitter
MTEC MECHANICAL SERVICES
04.2022 - 11.2022
Plant operator/ wire worker
INFRABUILD
03.2021 - 04.2022
Automotive - Year 11
Hunter Trade College
TAFE - 2013-2017
TAFE, Kurri Kurri
Highschool - Year 7-10
Maitland Grossman Highschool