Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Attributes
References
Timeline
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Darren Chapman

Baldivis,Western Australia

Summary

Seasoned heavy duty and light vehicle mechanic with over 20 years experience in inspections, maintenance and repairs on many types of vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Newcrest Mining
09.2021
  • Fleet Maintenance Management, SAP Knowledge, JALTEST Knowledge, Stock and Parts maintenance, Acting Leading Hand

Workshop Manager

Retco pty ltd
01.2014 - 09.2021
  • Fleet Maintenance Management, Truck Refurbishment, Engineering, Apprentice Coordinator, SIS Knowledge, JALTEST Knowledge, Transport Coordinator, Trailer Fabrication Supervisor, Stock and Parts maintenance, Safety rep, Customer liaison.

Workshop Manager

Rmd tankers
02.2011 - 01.2014
  • Supervision of Fleet Maintenance, Vacuum Trucks, Light Vehicles, Apprentice Coordinator, Stock and Parts maintenance, Transport Coordinator, Trailer Fabrication Supervisor, Customer liaison.

Workshop Manager

Truck centre spearwood
03.2010 - 02.2011
  • Road transport vehicles, Apprentice Coordinator, V-CADS Trained, Customer liaison.

LV Fitter - FIFO

Newcrest mining
04.2009 - 03.2010
  • Light Vehicle Maintenance, Cranes, buses and transport, Stocks and parts maintenance

Owner/Operator

DCC mechanical services
01.2002 - 12.2009
  • Maintaining transport fleets and small transport companies, All aspects of owning and operating small business, Apprentice employer & supervisor – trained 3 apprentices, Stock and Parts maintenance, Quotations and invoicing, Customer liaison.

Education

Year 10 School leaving Certificate -

South Fremantle Senior High School
South Fremantle
12.1989

Certificate of trade studies, Automotive Mechanical (Heavy duty) - Automotive Mechanics

Thornlie TAFE
Thornlie, WA
12.1993

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Maintaining clean and organized workplace
  • Stock Control
  • Strong knowledge of air systems, hydraulics and electrical
  • Excellent Communication
  • Teamwork Abilities
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • Motor Vehicle repairer’s certification
  • Certificate II in Automotive Mechanical (Air Conditioning)
  • Blue Dog Construction $ Safety Awareness Card
  • Current HR Driver’s Licence
  • Working at Heights
  • Conduct Telescopic materials handler operations
  • Operate a mine service vehicle
  • Forklift ticket
  • VOC Franna Cranes

Attributes

  • Effective Communication Skills: I am an articulate communicator with an appreciation for the different communication styles required when working with other team members or with customers.
  • Honest and Reliable: I have strong morals and ethics. Honesty, reliability and the ability to undertake tasks responsibly are my key attributes.
  • Flexible: I have an understanding of the need to remain flexible to support last-minute demands and changes. I am comfortable in changing environments and situations, satisfied in my ability to remain flexible and adaptable at all times.

References

  • John Bradley, Newcrest Mining P/L, 0436 387 986
  • Peter O’Neil, Alcoa Pinjarra – Production Supervisor, 0417 912 598
  • Jason Radonich, RETCO Pty Ltd - Owner, 0404 877 394
  • Vince Healy, RETCO Pty Ltd – Transport Manager, 0477 451 950

Timeline

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Newcrest Mining
09.2021

Workshop Manager

Retco pty ltd
01.2014 - 09.2021

Workshop Manager

Rmd tankers
02.2011 - 01.2014

Workshop Manager

Truck centre spearwood
03.2010 - 02.2011

LV Fitter - FIFO

Newcrest mining
04.2009 - 03.2010

Owner/Operator

DCC mechanical services
01.2002 - 12.2009

Year 10 School leaving Certificate -

South Fremantle Senior High School

Certificate of trade studies, Automotive Mechanical (Heavy duty) - Automotive Mechanics

Thornlie TAFE
Darren Chapman