After completing my apprenticeship I started working at ABS brakes where I remained for 13 years. I then moved to my current employer as a mechanic and previously held a leading hand position in addition to doing the after hours breakdown service.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Semi Trailer Mechanic
Freighter Group Vic
Brooklyn, Vic
05.2007 - Current
Conducted troubleshooting of brakes and other system issues.
Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
Put in new vehicle systems and components.
Operated specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
Off Site Repairs
Freighter Group Vic
Brooklyn, Vic
06.2010 - 11.2025
Being on call for the after hours breakdown service.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Answer calls to assist with customer questions and concerns.
Lead Technician
Freighter Group Vic
Brooklyn, Vic
06.2010 - 11.2025
Oversaw daily operations, including prioritizing and delegating tasks and assignments and implementing strategies to optimize workflows.
Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
Reviewed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
Kept team on track by assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Mechanic
ABS Brakes
Footscray/Laverton, Vic
01.1994 - 01.2007
Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics of trailer equipment.
Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various models of equipment.
Rebuilt components and systems to correct faults and achieve desired performance levels.
Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
Tested electronic components and computer controls with specialized devices.
Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Education
Qualified Motor Mechanic -
Batman College
Geelong, Vic
06.1994
Fawkner Technical School
Fawkner, Vic
Skills
Working in isolation to troubleshoot faults
Customer interaction
System maintenance
Testing and repair
EBS diagnostics and installations (Wabco and Knorr-Bremer)