Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Award of Qualification
References
Timeline
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Gregory Chandler

Metcalfe,Vic

Summary

Results-driven Heavy Duty Fitter with extensive experience at Fortescue Metals Group, excelling in task optimization and safety compliance. Proven leadership in coordinating maintenance teams, enhancing equipment uptime, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Skilled in machinery operation and dedicated to delivering high-quality results in challenging conditions.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Western Australia

Centrals workshop at Solomon mine site for Fortescue
Solomon Mine - Pilbra, Western Australia
05.2022 - Current

Heavy Duty Fitter
Centrals Workshop – Solomon Mine Site, Fortescue Metals Group

  • Performed scheduled and preventative maintenance on Loaders, Wheel Dozers, Graders, and D10T/D10T2 Dozers.
  • Led shutdown crews as Shut Lead, coordinating teams to complete major planned maintenance work safely and efficiently.
  • Served as Health and Safety Representative, promoting WHS compliance and participating in incident investigations and safety meetings.
  • Contributed to task optimization across the ancillary fleet, improving maintenance efficiency and equipment uptime.

Victoria

Prendergast Earthmoving
Kyneton, Victoria
11.2018 - 01.2022
  • Operate machinery such as - Skid steers and bobcats, Volvo and Caterpillar Loaders, Volvo Articulated Dump trucks, Excavators ranging form 1.8 tone to 50 tone, Komatsu and Caterpillar Graders, Volvo and John Deer Backhoes, Freightliner Truck and Trailers, Western Star Semi trucks.
  • Repairs and Maintenance of all machinery on and off site, Fabrication work, Welding, Concreting, Laser Leveling Equipment, etc.

Arboist

WM Environmental
Newstead, Vic
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Chainsaw operations, drive and operate EWP, Pro-active clearance of vegetation within city and country areas, maintain re-sheeting on country road for local councils, local and private tree removals and pruning, operate and maintain company trucks, machinery and vehicles when required, maintain chainsaws and equipment on a daily basis.

Diesel Mechanic

Romsey Auto Care, Romsey Mechanical Services, NB Automotive Romsey, Jacks Body shop Romsey
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Mechanical services and repairs on automotive vehicles, wheel balancing and tyre repairs, repairs and replacement on classic cars, minor body repairs, maintain tools and equipment, suspension change overs, engine rebuilds and repairs

Automotive Technician

Deer Park Toyota
04.2015 - 10.2015
  • Servicing and repairs to all Toyota makes and models rotate and balance tyres, minor fault diagnostics, reprogramming vehicle computers, carry out and fit component recalls.

Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Williams Adams Caterpillar
Vic
02.2011 - 04.2015
  • See attached certificates

Skills

  • Safety compliance and site safety
  • Project management
  • Machinery operation
  • Team leadership and mentorship
  • Coordination and collaboration
  • Problem solving under pressure
  • Work ethic
  • Customer service and interaction
  • Planning and time management
  • Adaptability and quick learning
  • Professional presentation
  • Active listening

Certification

  • Dogging and basic riggers licence
  • Current HC licence - TDT bendigo
  • 2018 Elevated Work Platform – The Management Edge
  • 2017 Mobile Plant Operator – Journey Management Group
  • Spotters Certificate - ESV
  • Victorian Electricity Supply Industry (VESI)– Thomson Bridge
  • First Aid Level 2 – Allen’s Training
  • 2012 Forklift Licence – Worksafe
  • 2011 Cert III Automotive Mechanical Technology
  • 2008 White Card - OHS General Induction – Work Cover NSW

Hobbies and Interests

Dirt track Speedway, Outdoor activities, Camping, Car restoration

Award of Qualification

  • This is to certify that GREGORY JAMES CHANDLER has fulfilled the requirements for CERTIFICATE III IN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (HEAVY VEHICLE MOBILE EQUIPMENT) AUR30405 ACHIEVED THROUGH AUSTRALIAN APPRENTICESHIP ARRANGEMENTS
  • Date: March 30, 2015
  • Certificate Number: 848502

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Western Australia

Centrals workshop at Solomon mine site for Fortescue
05.2022 - Current

Victoria

Prendergast Earthmoving
11.2018 - 01.2022

Arboist

WM Environmental
09.2016 - 01.2018

Diesel Mechanic

Romsey Auto Care, Romsey Mechanical Services, NB Automotive Romsey, Jacks Body shop Romsey
10.2015 - 09.2016

Automotive Technician

Deer Park Toyota
04.2015 - 10.2015

Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Williams Adams Caterpillar
02.2011 - 04.2015
Gregory Chandler