FRED KURTH
Greenbank,QLD
Summary
Driven Mechanical Fitter with over 30 years' experience and exposure in Mining, Power Stations, Process plants, Food and Beverage installations, machine installations in Projects through out Australia, PNG, Laos and New Zealand. Skilled in heavy equipment operations High Risk Licences in Crane work. Rigging EWPs and fork truck operations as well as HR truck licences. Skilled at collaborating with engineers to develop and test new products and equipment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Fitter
G3 Engineering
05.2023 - Current
- Plant Maintenance, Project Work and Shutdown duties performed at Kogan Creek Power Station, Tarong Power Station and Tarong North Power station
- Provided reliable support for emergency breakdowns, minimizing production delays and losses due to unplanned downtime.
Mechanical Fitter
M2P Engineering
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Projects at James Hardie, and various water Treatment Plants through out South-east Queensland.
- Upheld highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of all equipment and machines used.
Fitter/Rigger/Crane Technician
Eilbeck Cranes
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintenance, servicing, installation and decommissioning of a variety of Overhead Workshop Cranes, Gantry and monorail winches.
Rigger / Crane Driver
Voss Industries
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Construction duties as Rigger and Crane Operator at new Redbank plains Coles distribution facility.
Technical Specialist
H.M.R Engineering
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Mill maintenance, installations, and turn-around duties performed at several mine sites located in Australia (Mount Rowden), Papua New Guinea (Lihir Island Newcrest Gold), Laos (Seppon Gold Mine).
- Mentored fellow team members in advanced technical concepts, fostering a collaborative work environment where ideas were freely exchanged.
Team Leader - Project Management
P.W.S (Precision Workforce Solutions)
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Beverage line installation, construction, maintenance and commissioning work performed throughout Australia and New Zealand
- Established clear communication channels among team members, facilitating seamless collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion of tasks and delivering client satisfaction.
Labour Hire
First Grade
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Construction duties working as machine operator, rigger/dogman and labouring duties
- High rise, bridge building etc.
Mechanical Technician
Otis Technologies
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Installations, Construction and maintenance of Otis brand Elevators, travelators and escalators throughout Southeast Queensland.
Team Leader, Logistics
Baytech Industries
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Leading a logistic crew at the Port of Brisbane, transferring, sorting out and surveying of cars, trucks and other mobile plant arriving from overseas.
- Coordinated transportation schedules to ensure timely deliveries while minimizing costs related to fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying strengths and areas needing improvement while setting achievable objectives for career advancement opportunities genuinely .
Mechanical Fitter/Rigger/Dogman
People Resourcing
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Airport Link Infrastructure Project.
Valve Technician Callide Power Station
Varley Engineering
08.2010 - 08.2010
- Improved valve system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
- Reduced downtime by performing timely maintenance on valves, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing production delays.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to industry guidelines and company protocols during valve installation and repairs.
- Optimized valve performance with regular testing, calibration, and adjustment of components as necessary.
Valve Technician Tarong Power Station
CBH Engineering
01.2010 - 07.2010
- Improved valve system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
- Reduced downtime by performing timely maintenance on valves, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing production delays.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to industry guidelines and company protocols during valve installation and repairs.
- Optimized valve performance with regular testing, calibration, and adjustment of components as necessary.
Team Leader Mechanical Fitter/Rigger Clem 7 Tunnel Project
UGL Infrastructure (Brisbane)
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Valve Technician BP Bulwer Island Oil Refinery
MacDonald Services
05.2010 - 07.2010
- Reduced downtime by performing timely maintenance on valves, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing production delays.
Valve Technician/Dogman
RCR-VRBT Ltd.
11.2005 - 12.2008
- Tarong and Tarong North Power Station, Kogan Creek Power Station, Liddell Power Station and Caltex Oil Refinery Expansion Project.
Intermediate Rigger
Skilled Engineering (Townsville)
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Yabulu Nickel Refinery Expansion Project.
- Performed rigging tasks in compliance with industry standards, maintaining a strong focus on safety regulations and protocol.
- Reduced downtime due to unforeseen issues by proactively addressing potential problems through routine checks and preventive maintenance activities.
- Built strong relationships with colleagues across diverse roles, fostering a collaborative environment that facilitated successful project execution consist
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professional Demeanor
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Root Cause Analysis
- Task Prioritization
- Time Management
- Adaptability
References
- Brad Dixon, Supervisor at M2P Engineering, +61 481135777
- Mark Lawson, Director at HMR Engineering, +61 438 546 471
- Karl Turner, Supervisor PWS, +61 423 264 777
- Ben Mangan, Leading hand UGL Brisbane Clem 7 Project, +61 416 337 468
Timeline
Mechanical Fitter
G3 Engineering
05.2023 - Current
Mechanical Fitter
M2P Engineering
04.2022 - 04.2023
Fitter/Rigger/Crane Technician
Eilbeck Cranes
04.2021 - 07.2022
Rigger / Crane Driver
Voss Industries
01.2021 - 04.2021
Technical Specialist
H.M.R Engineering
11.2019 - 03.2021
Team Leader - Project Management
P.W.S (Precision Workforce Solutions)
06.2017 - 04.2019
Labour Hire
First Grade
05.2017 - 10.2017
Mechanical Technician
Otis Technologies
04.2016 - 12.2016
Team Leader, Logistics
Baytech Industries
01.2014 - 04.2015
Mechanical Fitter/Rigger/Dogman
People Resourcing
09.2010 - 05.2011
Valve Technician Callide Power Station
Varley Engineering
08.2010 - 08.2010
Valve Technician BP Bulwer Island Oil Refinery
MacDonald Services
05.2010 - 07.2010
Valve Technician Tarong Power Station
CBH Engineering
01.2010 - 07.2010
Team Leader Mechanical Fitter/Rigger Clem 7 Tunnel Project
UGL Infrastructure (Brisbane)
01.2009 - 03.2010
Valve Technician/Dogman
RCR-VRBT Ltd.
11.2005 - 12.2008
Intermediate Rigger
Skilled Engineering (Townsville)
01.2004 - 01.2005
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