Daniel Leis
Teneriffe ,QLD
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 10 years of experience working in demanding, deadline-driven environments. Excellent skills servicing and maintaining a variety of equipment and plant, making repairs and attending and rectifying emergency breakdown situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Offshore Mechanical Technician
MODEC International
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues with all onboard diesel equipment.
- Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
- Monitored equipment performance to confirm proper and efficient function.
- Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance approaches.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of diesel fire pumps, diesel back up and essential generators and diesel powered crains.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to offshore safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment onboard to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
Field Service Plant Technician
Queensland Rail
09.2012 - 06.2017
- Repair and maintain equipment ranging from small plant to specialised track machines.
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
- Continually updated skills and knowledge through training seminars, workshops, and industry conferences to stay current on best practices in field service management.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
- Provided remote technical assistance as necessary when on-site visits were not feasible or required additional resources for resolution.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior fitters, sharing technical expertise for their growth within the industry.
- Maintained company field response vehicle stocked with repair and replacement parts.
- Improved equipment uptime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Tended to specialised track machines and rail equipment, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
Queensland Rail
04.2009 - 04.2013
- Inspected track equipment for repair and maintenance needs.
- Conducted safety inspections on diesel and petrol plant, identifying potential hazards and mitigating risks effectively.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Participated in routine system checks and preventive maintenance activities to maintain optimal performance levels across all equipment types.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Enhanced productivity through effective time management while working on multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
- Developed strong communication skills through regular interaction with supervisors, engineers, and fellow apprentices.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Enhanced machine efficiency by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Collaborated with senior fitters to diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment, reducing downtime significantly.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
- Followed safety protocols diligently while working with heavy machinery, maintaining a safe work environment for all team members.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Certificate IV - Engineering
TAFE Queensland
Acacia Ridge, QLD02.2017
Certificate III - Engineering - Mechanical Trade Diesel Fitter
TAFE Queensland
Acacia Ridge, QLD04.2013
Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Protocols
- Multitasking Abilities
- Engine diagnostics
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Troubleshooting
Accomplishments
I Won Apprentice of the year award for Queensland Rail as well as the innovation award in 2011 and the the following year I won apprentice of the year again in 2012
Timeline
Offshore Mechanical Technician
MODEC International
07.2017 - 02.2019
Field Service Plant Technician
Queensland Rail
09.2012 - 06.2017
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
Queensland Rail
04.2009 - 04.2013
Certificate IV - Engineering
TAFE Queensland
Certificate III - Engineering - Mechanical Trade Diesel Fitter
TAFE Queensland
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