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David McKerrow

David McKerrow

Aberdeen,TAS

Summary

Hi My name is David McKerrow I have been with Aurora / Hydro for 25 years as a Mechanical power station operator and Generation works coordinator for King Island in this time I have ran many projects and trained many apprentices and also power station operators. In the early years of my employment with Aurora / Hydro I played a major roll in developing power station operational manuals for King and Flinders Island also developed a training record book for trainee power station operators. In 2021 assisted with the Training plan for the Hydro mechanical apprentices. In 2023 My family and I relocated from King Island to the north west coast of Tasmania and I have been working from Home ad works coordinator for the King island power station. Doing three week working from home and one week a month on King island doing on-call work ect. Also in this time I have been working on developing maintenance plans for the King and Flinders Island power stations also organising the day to day running and operation of the King Island Power station. in the last 12 months I have been involved with the renewable energy refurbishment project on King island as the on island point of contact ( logistics, issuing PTW and training contractors ECT).

I have a sound understanding of budgeting the use of SAP, word, exell ect I am very good at prioritising work. I work well in a team on solo. I have excellent commutation skills be it verbal or email or public speaking.

In my personal life when i was living on King island I was heavily involved with the fire brigade and served 25 years as a volunteer with 12 years as second officer and 7 as chief of the Currie fire brigade (the main brigand on King Island) I am still a member of the King island fire Brigade and go to training on the weeks that I am on king island.

other Hobbes include prospecting for Gold and gem's, Scouts (with My son), gardening, working on vehicles, Bush walking and spending time with my family.

I have been interested in the roll of Operational Mentoring for many years and feel that I could bring a vast array of knowledge and Value to this position with the contacts in and outside of Hydro that I have created in the past 25 years. I also feel that passing on knowledge is the most important job of any trades person. Not only training apprentices but also there mentors as I feel many of the older Trades people have the skills and knowledge and are happy to pass it on but just don't know how.

I am more than Happy to undertake any training that is sent my way as i also feel that you should never stop learning and trying to improve your self.

Overview

25
25

Years of professional experience in power generation

Work History

Works Coordinator King Island Power Station

Hydro Tasmania
03.2001 - Current

As Works coordinator & Mechanical operator I am responsible for the day to day running of the King Island power station, this includes

  • Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication and efficiency in project execution.
  • Analyzed data trends to provide insights for strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Led training sessions for staff on new systems and tools to improve operational effectiveness.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced turnaround times across departments.
  • Oversaw budget tracking and reporting, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines and constraints.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
  • Managed vendor relationships to secure best quality of services and products for organizational needs.
  • Organized and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new staff, leading to quicker onboarding and higher initial productivity levels.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews.
  • Supported successful project completion by meticulously reviewing and updating project plans to reflect changing needs and objectives.
  • Collaborated with IT to develop user-friendly project management tool, streamlining project tracking and reporting.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for operational processes and procedures.

Motor Mechanic

Burnie Mitsubishi
02.1999 - 03.2001
  • Performed routine maintenance services, optimizing vehicle longevity and functionality for customers.
  • Troubleshot complex automotive issues, applying systematic approaches to identify root causes and implement solutions.
  • Repaired and replaced faulty components, resulting in improved vehicle safety and reliability.
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry advancements, ensuring the application of current techniques and tools during repairs.
  • Assisted in training new employees by sharing expertise gained through years of experience in the field of motor mechanics.

Motor Mechanic

Motors PTY LTD
01.1994 - 02.1999
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on various vehicle models, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
  • Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing vehicle longevity and reliability for clients.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to identify faults, improving accuracy in repair assessments and customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised junior mechanics, providing mentorship and training to enhance team skills and efficiency.

Education

Certificate IV - Project Management

University of Tasmania
TAS
03-2021

Certificate IV - Competitive Systems And Practices

University of Tasmania
TAS
06-2017

Certificate III - Mig Welding

Tas Tafe Devonport
Devonport, TAS
01-2014

Trade Certificate - Mechanical Diesel Endorsment

Tafe Tasmania
Launceston, TAS
01-1998

Trade Certificate - Automotive Mechanical

Tafe Tasmania
Launceston, TAS
11-1997

General Studies

Hellyer Collage
Burnie, TAS
12-1993

General

Burnie High School
Burnie, TAS
12-1991

Skills

  • Effective multitasking
  • Accurate data entry
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Project planning and prioritization
  • Effective relationship management
  • Effective communicator
  • Team leadership
  • Efficient resource allocation
  • Financial accounts reconciliation
  • Employee training
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Fault finding and Diagnostic
  • Emergency management

Time management

Professional networking

Timeline

Works Coordinator King Island Power Station

Hydro Tasmania
03.2001 - Current

Motor Mechanic

Burnie Mitsubishi
02.1999 - 03.2001

Motor Mechanic

Motors PTY LTD
01.1994 - 02.1999

Certificate IV - Project Management

University of Tasmania

Certificate IV - Competitive Systems And Practices

University of Tasmania

Certificate III - Mig Welding

Tas Tafe Devonport

Trade Certificate - Mechanical Diesel Endorsment

Tafe Tasmania

Trade Certificate - Automotive Mechanical

Tafe Tasmania

General Studies

Hellyer Collage

General

Burnie High School
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