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
Abidjan,Côte D’Ivoire
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
Brisbane, QLD
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
Brisbane, QLD
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