Damien Harry Stewart
South Hedland ,WA
Summary
Qualified Mechanical Fitter with over a decade of hands-on experience in fixed plant maintenance across major mining operations including BHP and Rio Tinto. Demonstrated ability to perform preventative and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, hydraulic systems overhauls, and SAP work notifications. Recognised for a strong safety-first mindset, reliability, and the ability to lead or collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results. Core Skills & Competencies - Preventative & breakdown maintenance (car dumpers, stackers, reclaimers, ship loaders) - JHAs, DWP, confined space & working at heights - SAP systems: work notifications, parts ordering - Gearbox and pulley alignment; mechanical fault finding - Hydraulics diagnostics & repairs - Strong commitment to safety and compliance
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Maintenance
Rio Tinto Iron Ore, Cape Lambert
04.2020 - Current
- Respond to breakdowns and perform planned maintenance on car dumpers, stackers, reclaimers, and ship loaders - Conduct equipment inspections, hydraulic overhauls, and SAP notifications for part orders and work instructions - Install and commission new mechanical systems ensuring compliance with safety procedures and site policies
Shift Maintenance
Rio Tinto Iron Ore, Cape Lambert
04.2020 - Current
- Respond to breakdowns and perform planned maintenance on car dumpers, stackers, reclaimers, and ship loaders - Conduct equipment inspections, hydraulic overhauls, and SAP notifications for part orders and work instructions - Install and commission new mechanical systems ensuring compliance with safety procedures and site policies
Mechanical Fitter
Tidals Solutions
10.2016 - 04.2020
- Performed shutdown maintenance on fixed plant machinery across various Pilbara mine sites - Conducted repairs and inspections on conveyors, screens, reclaimers, and other mining infrastructure - Supported increased equipment uptime and safe operation through efficient troubleshooting
Mechanical Fitter
Tidals Solutions
10.2016 - 04.2020
- Performed shutdown maintenance on fixed plant machinery across various Pilbara mine sites - Conducted repairs and inspections on conveyors, screens, reclaimers, and other mining infrastructure - Supported increased equipment uptime and safe operation through efficient troubleshooting
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
03.2013 - 11.2015
- Gained full exposure to fixed plant maintenance while completing Cert III in Mechanical Engineering - Supported mechanical crews in day-to-day plant operations and breakdown support
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
03.2013 - 11.2015
- Gained full exposure to fixed plant maintenance while completing Cert III in Mechanical Engineering - Supported mechanical crews in day-to-day plant operations and breakdown support
Education
Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering - Certificate IV in Training & Assessment - HLTAID011 Provide First Aid - MSIC Card | WA C - undefined
Skills
Preventative & Reactive maintenance
Fault finding and diagnostics
Sap work management system
Isolation & lockout procedures
Timeline
Shift Maintenance
Rio Tinto Iron Ore, Cape Lambert
04.2020 - Current
Shift Maintenance
Rio Tinto Iron Ore, Cape Lambert
04.2020 - Current
Mechanical Fitter
Tidals Solutions
10.2016 - 04.2020
Mechanical Fitter
Tidals Solutions
10.2016 - 04.2020
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
03.2013 - 11.2015
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
03.2013 - 11.2015