Clevis Simoes
Melbourne
Summary
Motivated and adaptable professional with extensive hands-on experience in the rail and trade industries, beginning a career as an Apprentice Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician. After completing a full apprenticeship and over six years of practical experience, transitioned into the rail sector as a Safeworking Coordinator with Metro Trains. Strong technical problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset are applied to every task, complemented by a keen interest in signaling systems developed through collaboration with signal maintenance teams. Recognized for reliability, teamwork, and the ability to thrive under pressure, committed to continuous learning and contributing to projects that enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability across the network.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Signals Safe Working Coordinator
Metro Trains Melbourne
09.2023 - Current
- Worked directly in Central Group for Signal Maintenance/Reactive Faults
- Assist Signal Maintenance Technicians in any works when required
- Occasional Night shift in Central Group Assisting SMT's with 12 monthly Maintenance.
- Conduct Risk Safety Work Hazard Assessment for works needed for Infrastructure and Project works
- Implemented correct Protection needed for works (Inner Suburban Lookout Protection, Lookout protection, Lookout in advance, Intermittent Signal Blocking, Signal Blocking, Lock & Disarange)
- Ensure that rail safety risks associated with Works are managed
- Provision of advice on all matters relating to rail safety management
- Trained new starters for evidence shift (2.1, 3.1, 3.1 Unrestricted)
Track force protection coordinator 3.1
Rail Safeworking Solutions
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Conduct Risk Safety Work Hazard Assessment for works needed for Infrastructure and Project works
- Implemented correct Protection needed for works (Lookout protection, lookout in advance, Intermittent Signal Blocking)
- Ensure that rail safety risks associated with Works are managed
- Provision of advice on all matters relating to rail safety management
- Trained new starters for evidence shift
- Worked with Metro Signal maintenance crew doing Reactive and Planned works
- Worked through the completion of projects including Sepa Hallam & Sepa Mooroolbark
Insurance broker
Compare club
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Managing a portfolio of new and existing clients in regards to their insurance policy
- Establishing the customers’ needs through compelling questions, and providing health insurance plan options that suit their specific goals.
- Building rapport & ensure our customers have an excellent consumer experience.
- Conducting wishes evaluation through powerful questions and presenting the maximum appropriate merchandise to our clients.
- Offer price & coverage options price with the aid of using highlighting functions and benefits, precise services, and assorted product options.
Refrigeration technician
Southern states group
11.2013 - 04.2019
- Service and maintain commercial air conditioning systems & refrigeration units.
- Carry out break down and repair works
- Install commercial Thermo King Refrigeration units
- Fault finding Electrical & Refrigeration problems
- Work in compliance with WHS standards
- Establish and maintain strong client relationships
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough diagnostics and implementing preventive maintenance measures for refrigeration systems.
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to best practices.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
- Ensured safety compliance by following industry standards, guidelines, and regulations when installing or repairing refrigeration systems.
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Maintained and fixed electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC systems, [Type] and [Type] equipment.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive routine maintenance checks and timely replacement of worn components.
- Achieved rapid response times to emergency calls for malfunctioning or failing refrigeration units to minimize potential losses due to spoilage or downtime.
Education
Certificate 4 - refrigeration and air conditioning
RMIT
Melbourne, VIC03.2016
High school - undefined
Caroline Springs College
12.2013
Skills
- Hard Working
- Fast Learner
- Effective Time Management
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication Skills
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Leadership
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Voltage measurement
- Works well in team environment
- Attention to detail
Certification
First Aid
TFPC 3.1 (Unrestricted)
Timeline
Signals Safe Working Coordinator
Metro Trains Melbourne
09.2023 - Current
Track force protection coordinator 3.1
Rail Safeworking Solutions
04.2021 - 09.2023
Insurance broker
Compare club
04.2019 - 04.2021
Refrigeration technician
Southern states group
11.2013 - 04.2019
High school - undefined
Caroline Springs College
Certificate 4 - refrigeration and air conditioning
RMIT
Hobbies and Interests
Rock climbing, Reading, Chess, Travelling
Courses
- Construction White card, Victoria university
- March 2013 – March 2013