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Damien Russell

Gympie,QLD

Summary

Talented professional with great skills in relationship building, communication, and mechanical maintenance. Accomplishes performance targets consistently and maintains clean, professional vehicle. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Water Truck Driver

Heavy Plant Hire
Moranbah, Qld
12.2024 - Current
  • Communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules and special requests.
  • Provided customer service support by answering questions about products and services offered.
  • Conducted minor repairs on the truck when necessary, such as changing tires or oil filters.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Monitored weather conditions to adjust routes accordingly in case of hazardous roadways due to rain or snowfall.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck before each shift.
  • Inspected the truck daily for any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of water tanks and pumps onto the truck bed using a forklift or crane.
  • Operated various types of vehicles including flatbed trucks, tanker trucks, box trucks.
  • Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
  • Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations.

Truck and Dog Driver

Exhausted tipper hire
Gympie, Qld
04.2022 - 11.2024
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
  • Performed basic maintenance tasks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
  • Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.

Workshop Supervisor/Mechanic

Qld fire and emergency service
Maroochydore, Qld
06.1999 - 04.2022
  • Ordered supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted operation of the workshop.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and proper functioning of machines.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in the use of tools, equipment, and materials.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting technical problems encountered during production processes.
  • Performed maintenance checks on tools, machinery, vehicles and other equipment used in the workshop.
  • Created detailed reports documenting all activities performed within the workshop.
  • Enforced workplace rules such as health and safety regulations, attendance policy.
  • Supervised daily operations of the workshop including scheduling and assigning tasks.
  • Managed workflow by adjusting staffing levels as needed according to customer demands.
  • Maintained records of inventory, production output, downtime.
  • Managed supply and labor costs closely in order to meet budget objectives.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.

Education

Cert 4 in Training And Assessment

Training Australia Unlimited P/L
Rochedale, QLD
12-2016

Diploma of Engineering- Advanced Trade

Skillstech Australia
Brisbane, QLD
07-2009

Mechanical Engineering

Qld Tafe
Qld
04-2003

High School Diploma -

Suncoast Christian College
Woombye, QLD
11-1993

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Route planning
  • Customer service
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety regulations
  • Weather monitoring
  • Logistics management
  • Forklift operation
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Adaptable to weather conditions
  • Basic mechanical repair

Accomplishments

  • Diligence and ethical medal for outstanding commitment to the community
  • Assistant Commissioner's unit commendation for going above and beyond in times of crisis
  • Cyclone Yasi medal for outstanding support

Certification

  • HC license
  • Forklift ticket
  • EWP 11m+ ticket
  • Operate vehicle-loading crane competency
  • Excavator ticket
  • Hydraulic excavator ticket
  • Articulated haul truck ticket
  • Bulk water ticket
  • Standard 11 ticket
  • Construction induction (White Card) card
  • Operate Container side lifter

Timeline

Water Truck Driver

Heavy Plant Hire
12.2024 - Current

Truck and Dog Driver

Exhausted tipper hire
04.2022 - 11.2024

Workshop Supervisor/Mechanic

Qld fire and emergency service
06.1999 - 04.2022

Cert 4 in Training And Assessment

Training Australia Unlimited P/L

Diploma of Engineering- Advanced Trade

Skillstech Australia

Mechanical Engineering

Qld Tafe

High School Diploma -

Suncoast Christian College

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