COLIN LAURENS
St Georges Basin,NSW
Summary
Experienced tyre fitter skilled in tire installation, wheel alignment, and tire inspection. Committed to delivering optimal vehicle performance and exceptional customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Tyre Fitter
Beaurepaires
Rutherford
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Inspected tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation, ensuring safety and performance.
- Mounted and balanced tires on various vehicles efficiently.
- Performed wheel alignments to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Addressed customer inquiries and concerns, delivering exceptional service to foster satisfaction.
- Operated tire-changing equipment safely and effectively in the workshop.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing to enhance vehicle safety and longevity.
- Balanced and mounted new tires for customers, providing detailed breakdowns of services performed.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment to maintain and repair customer tires in a workshop setting.
Test Driver
Holden
Lang Lang, Victoria
02.1993 - 03.2009
- Operated various vehicle models for testing under diverse conditions.
- Assessed vehicle performance and provided detailed feedback to engineering teams.
- Conducted safety evaluations to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with design teams to improve vehicle features based on test results.
- Recorded data accurately during test drives for analysis and reporting purposes.
- Verified functionality of vehicle systems including brakes, steering, and suspension.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss testing strategies and project timelines.
- Maintained vehicles in optimal condition for consistent performance during tests.
- Monitored vehicle systems during road tests for proper operation and diagnosis of malfunctions.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any emergency situations encountered while driving vehicles.
Truck Driver
VCF
Wonthaggi, Victoria
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for local and long-distance deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and route changes.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo at various locations.
Car Dismantler
Wonthaggi Car Wreckers
Wonthaggi, Victoria
01.1987 - 01.1992
- Dismantled vehicles to salvage reusable parts and materials.
- Operated hydraulic tools and machinery for efficient disassembly processes.
- Managed inventory of parts, ensuring accurate labeling and storage.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisted customers in locating specific parts and provided information.
- Operated material handling equipment such as forklifts to move dismantled parts around the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High
Brunswick, VIC01-1984
Skills
- Tire installation
- Wheel alignment
- Tire inspection
- Tire balancing
- Equipment operation
- Vehicle performance
- Problem solving
Timeline
Tyre Fitter
Beaurepaires
01.2010 - 01.2014
Truck Driver
VCF
01.2006 - 01.2009
Test Driver
Holden
02.1993 - 03.2009
Car Dismantler
Wonthaggi Car Wreckers
01.1987 - 01.1992
High School Diploma -
Brunswick High