Damian Harper

Duties performed include:

• Assist Asset Planning Coordinator in developing of detailed plans and associated scopes of works across Signalling, Track and Structures disciplines.
• Assemble schedules, utilising the prioritised integrated plans and working as part of the Planning team to ensure resources and activities are co-ordinated to maximise utilisation of Track Possessions / Outages taken.
• Monitor and report on schedule effectiveness and performance and manage feedback processes to identify opportunities for improvement. Deliver maintenance schedules and provide reporting on plan versus actuals to Asset Planning Coordinator.
• Manage information in SAP PM for all asset management activities and equipment. Collaborate with Senior Asset Planners, Asset Planning Coordinators and Operational Coordinators to ensure maintenance schedules are executed and achieved meeting any compliance requirements.
• Assist with gathering information to enable detailed analysis of actual work against expenditure and enable production of budget estimates.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to, the following:

• Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
• Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with staff and managers.
• Gathered and organised materials to support operations.
• Utilised proactive communication abilities to resolve employee disputes. Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager when required.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to, the following:

• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted workflow to meet changing needs.
• Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
• Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
• Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
• Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
• Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
• Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to, the following:

• Provided technical support to Trackside Systems staff.
• Conducted workplace coaching/training and workplace assessment against competency standards of field staff.
• Progressed the implementation and application of quality principles and practices through establishing quality procedures relating to the maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Conducted technical inspections and audits of the asset and reported on condition and maintenance effectiveness.
• Investigated and reported on mechanical system incidents, failures, and performance anomalies
• Carried out the testing, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Monitored equipment performance and recommended improvement initiatives.
• Liaised and negotiated with staff in other districts and disciplines to effectively carry out the duties of the position.
• Relieved the Wayside Systems Coordinator position when required through Succession Planning.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to, the following:

• Carried out maintenance and installation of Mechanical Signalling trackside systems in relation to predefined work programs, ensuring work was performed in accordance with WHS policies and procedures.
• Maintained records relating to asset condition, maintenance programs, and costing systems.
• Identified and advised of any exceptions relating to performance of Trackside assets.
• Provided reports on work completions and equipment against work schedules.
• Identified areas for continuous improvement to systems and processes.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to, the following:

• Carried out maintenance and installation of Mechanical Signalling trackside systems in relation to predefined work programs, ensuring work was performed in accordance with WHS policies and procedures.
• Maintained records relating to asset condition, maintenance programs, and costing systems.
• Identified and advised of any exceptions relating to performance of Trackside assets.
• Provided reports on work completions and equipment against work schedules.
• Identified areas for continuous improvement to systems and processes.

Duties performed included, but were not limited to the following:

• ensuring stocks of potable water across the site were maintained.
• daily maintenance of the mine's oil/water separator.
• Working with other staff and managers to meet strict timelines.
• Prioritised workload based on available materials.
• Yard maintenance across various locations throughout South Walker Creek mine.
• Other general maintenance activities as required.