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Clinton Panton

MORANBAH

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Workshop Supervisor

Persal and Co. Power
02.2020 - 04.2025
  • Managed workshop schedules and resources, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Pilot Vehicle Driver for escort loads within the company
  • Maintained neat and clean work areas to maximize efficiency and safety.
  • Improved workshop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing workflow.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and managing repair schedules proactively.
  • NHVR prestart/ fault report repairs and signoff.
  • Utilized specialized tools, diagnostic equipment and software to diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues.
  • Maintained a fleet of 50+ Light vehicles, Heavy vehicles, Cranes and earthmoving equipment.
  • Completing compliances, Brake tests.
  • Float work moving equipment and Transporting powerpoles on extendable trailers.
  • Operating cranes, Ewps and drill rig.
  • Trained new employees on Load restraint and NHVR expectations


Truck Driver

Persal and Co. Power
01.2016 - 02.2020
  • Transported powerpoles on extendable trailers oversize and often under escort when required.
  • Loading and un-loading power poles using front end loader and/or crane as required.
  • Float work moving equipment with strong load restraint knowledge and experience.
  • Operating soilmec drill rig
  • Operating Backhoe, Cranes up to 50t, EWP
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Daily prestart checks
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Truck Driver

PJ & DL Neilsen
06.2013 - 04.2019
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Operating B-double carting sugarcane from farm to mill and unloading.
  • Seasonal work including day shift and night shift.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Workshop Foreman

Wide Bay Motor Group
01.2010 - 06.2012
  • Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth.
  • Established quality control measures to maintain high standards in workmanship across all projects.
  • Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
  • Contributed towards business growth by engaging with prospective clients during networking events or industry expos.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, facilitating accurate invoicing and efficient project tracking.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by implementing process improvements and streamlining workflow.

Mechanic

Middlemount Engineering and Tyre Service
02.2008 - 01.2010
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Maintenance and repairs to a wide variety of light and heavy vehicles and machinery for minesite use.
  • Light vehicle tyre fitting
  • Metal fabrication/ boilermaking

Mechanic

Jack Casey Toyota
01.2004 - 04.2008
  • Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
  • Completed apprenticeship
  • performed all aspects of servicing, repairs and major rebuilds.

Skills

  • Mechanical skills
  • Safe driving history
  • Machine operation
  • Safety awareness
  • Workshop organization
  • Deadline management
  • Hand and power tools
  • Time management

Certification

- Open MC licence

-Construction white card

-High risk work licence - forklift, EWP, C6 crane, Dogging

-Simtars Brake testing qualifications

-Coal Board Medical

- Backhoe/ Loader

-Cert. 3 in automotive mechanical technology

-Working at heights

-EWP rescue

-CPR/LVR

-First aid

-Industry authority as Pilot Vehicle Driver


Timeline

Workshop Supervisor

Persal and Co. Power
02.2020 - 04.2025

Truck Driver

Persal and Co. Power
01.2016 - 02.2020

Truck Driver

PJ & DL Neilsen
06.2013 - 04.2019

Workshop Foreman

Wide Bay Motor Group
01.2010 - 06.2012

Mechanic

Middlemount Engineering and Tyre Service
02.2008 - 01.2010

Mechanic

Jack Casey Toyota
01.2004 - 04.2008
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