Dane Laing
Certified Mechanic
Augustine Hts,QLD
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics. Successful at adapting to new procedures, makes and models.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Armament Technician
RAAF (RAAF Base Amberly)
1 2022 - Current
- Maintenance and testing of aircraft armament systems – from computers to missile launcher racks
- Inspection, removal and installation of aircraft components
- Aircraft launch and recovery duties
- Working with explosives (Explosive Ordnance)
- Fault diagnostics
- Preparing, loading and downloading missiles, bombs and torpedoes to/from aircraft
- Preparation and use of aircraft support equipment
Armoured Vehicle Crew
Army (Gallipoli Barracks)
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Surveillance specialist
- Deploy and maintain multiple UAV systems
- Operate the MSSS and ground surveillance radar
- Qualified on multiple weapon systems
- Oversee and mentor junior members
Motor Mechanic
Peninsula Auto Clinic (7 Perak St, Mona Vale NSW 2103)
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Repair and maintain light and heavy motor vehicles
- Fault diagnostics
- Liaise with clients
- Oversee and mentor apprentices
Motor Mechanic
Pittwater brake & Clutch (76 Garden St, North Narrabeen NSW 2101)
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Repair and maintain motor vehicles
- Fault diagnostics
- Specialise in all types of brake and clutch upgrades/repairs
- Liaise with clients
- Spare parts sales
Apprentice Motor Mechanic
Compact Repair Center (72 Darley St, Mona Vale NSW 2103)
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Specialise in the repairing and maintenance of European motor vehicles
- Fault diagnosis
- Liaise with clients
- General care and cleaning of the workshop
- Attend TAFE once a week
Apprentice Motor Mechanic
Col Crawford Motors (497 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100)
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Observe and assist in the repairing and maintaining of motor vehicles
- General care and cleaning of the workshop
- Attend TAFE once a week
Education
Year 10 Certificate -
Pittwater High School
Sydney 01.1999 - 11.2003
Skills
I believe I am a very honest and reliable person who possesses a strong work ethic and I work well both as a team member and on my own I strive to make my work environment and welcoming place to be for myself, the clients and the people around me
Diagnostic Testing
Vehicle Maintenance
Power Tools Operation
Aviation Maintenance
Ground Support Equipment
Assembly and disassembly
Shop Safety Practices
Preventive Maintenance
Testing equipment use
Schematics understanding
Troubleshooting skills
References
- Ahmed Seiffedine, HB Networks, Manager, 0404499961
- Sean Kenny, Australian Defence Force (Army), WO2, 0409063369
Certification
Certificate II Explosive Ordnance
Timeline
Armoured Vehicle Crew
Army (Gallipoli Barracks)
01.2016 - 01.2022
Motor Mechanic
Peninsula Auto Clinic (7 Perak St, Mona Vale NSW 2103)
01.2010 - 01.2016
Motor Mechanic
Pittwater brake & Clutch (76 Garden St, North Narrabeen NSW 2101)
01.2008 - 01.2009
Apprentice Motor Mechanic
Compact Repair Center (72 Darley St, Mona Vale NSW 2103)
01.2006 - 01.2008
Apprentice Motor Mechanic
Col Crawford Motors (497 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100)
01.2004 - 01.2006
Year 10 Certificate -
Pittwater High School
01.1999 - 11.2003
Armament Technician
RAAF (RAAF Base Amberly)
1 2022 - Current
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