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Work History
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Certification
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Damian Farago

Wollongong,NSW

Summary

Skilled leader and problem-solver with several-year record of success overseeing work. Excellent maintenance and repair abilities demonstrated in and settings. Resourceful in coordinating supplies and personnel to meet any needs required. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acting Mechanical Coordinator

Bluescope Steel
Wollongong, NSW
07.2023 - Current
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Inspected mechanical systems for any signs of wear or damage, then recommended repairs when needed.
  • Developed preventative maintenance schedules to ensure that all mechanical systems were operating efficiently at all times.
  • Created documents, such as work orders, purchase requests, and reports related to mechanical operations.
  • Ordered parts and supplies necessary to complete maintenance activities on time.
  • Performed trouble shooting operations to identify root cause of mechanical malfunctions and failures.
  • Developed strategies to improve efficiency of mechanical operations.
  • Implemented safety procedures while performing service or repairs to mechanical systems.
  • Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.

Maintenance Fitter/Machinist

Bluescope Steel
Wollongong, NSW
03.2016 - Current
  • Machining of all rolls required on a manual grinder and CNC-operated grinder to a high standard to provide mill operations on time.
  • Worked in a team environment as a mechanical fitter to strip and replace worn roll packages.
  • Provided quality welding procedures and thermal cutting to broken or damaged components.
  • Read, interpreted, and followed technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics when making repairs or installing new parts, such as the installation of CNC Grinder 3.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly in order to keep them safe for all personnel working in the area.
  • Monitored stock levels of spare parts for repairs or replacements.
  • Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations while performing all duties related to Fitter Machinist position.
  • Trained apprentices in proper safety procedures and best practices when servicing equipment.

Fitter/Machinist/Boilermaker

Adesu Engineering
Wollongong, NSW
01.2007 - 02.2016
  • Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments, such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
  • Measured, marked, and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or workpieces as guides for subsequent machining.
  • Operated manual lathes, milling machines, floor borers, and surface grinders to manufacture high-quality machined products.
  • Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
  • Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
  • Fabricated and welded components using Stick, Tig or Mig to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and lifting gear with certified NDT certificates.

Skills

  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Machine Operation
  • Welding Techniques
  • Quality Inspection
  • Hydraulic systems
  • CNC Programming
  • Schematic reading
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Safety Protocols
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Work Order Interpretation
  • Precision measurement

Certification

  • Cert 3 in Mechanical Engineering
  • Cert 3 in Engineering Fabrication/welding trade
  • Cert 4 in mechanical Engineering
  • Currently undertaking Diploma of Mechanical Engineering
  • Forklift licence
  • Overhead Gantry crane licence
  • Dogging ticket

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Acting Mechanical Coordinator

Bluescope Steel
07.2023 - Current

Maintenance Fitter/Machinist

Bluescope Steel
03.2016 - Current

Fitter/Machinist/Boilermaker

Adesu Engineering
01.2007 - 02.2016
  • Cert 3 in Mechanical Engineering
  • Cert 3 in Engineering Fabrication/welding trade
  • Cert 4 in mechanical Engineering
  • Currently undertaking Diploma of Mechanical Engineering
  • Forklift licence
  • Overhead Gantry crane licence
  • Dogging ticket
Damian Farago