Jake Rawson
Tahmoor,Australia
Summary
Mechanical coordinator with a strong trade background supporting critical steelmaking operations. Coordinates planned and breakdown maintenance, prioritizes work across high-risk plant areas, and works with production, maintenance, and contractors to improve safety, reduce downtime, and keep equipment such as electric arc and casting systems operating reliably.
Overview
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Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Coordinator
InfraBuild
Sydney
05.2023 - Current
- Coordinate mechanical maintenance activities within a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment, supporting the safe and reliable operation of critical steelmaking equipment and production systems.
- Coordinate mechanical maintenance across major plant areas, including the electric arc furnace and continuous casting machine.
- Coordinated maintenance activities to address equipment issues and uphold production efficiency, prioritize work requirements, and support the response to equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
- Supported reliability and maintenance of hydraulic, cooling, and pneumatic systems for critical production equipment, enhancing operational continuity.
- Managed and coordinated work permit requirements, overseeing preparation, implementation, and distribution to ensure compliance with site procedures.
- Apply isolation procedures and support the safe execution of maintenance activities in accordance with site safety requirements.
- Coordinated contractors and maintenance personnel to ensure safe execution of work in alignment with operational requirements.
- Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and other departments to minimize downtime and maintain plant reliability.
- Apply mechanical trade knowledge to assist with fault finding, troubleshooting, and resolving complex equipment issues.
Apprentice / Mechanical Tradesperson
Department of Defence
08.2015 - 05.2023
- Completed an apprenticeship and progressed into mechanical trade work within a defence environment, developing broad experience across a diverse range of mechanical equipment and systems.
- Performed mechanical maintenance, servicing, inspections, and repairs on a variety of defence equipment.
- Executed mechanical fault finding and troubleshooting to effectively identify and resolve equipment issues.
- Applied mechanical fitting skills to maintenance and repair tasks across varied technical environments.
- Acquired hands-on experience with weapon systems and diesel marine engine systems, enhancing technical proficiency.
- Followed technical documentation, established maintenance procedures, and workplace safety requirements.
- Worked collaboratively with technical personnel and other trades to complete maintenance activities efficiently.
- Expanded mechanical skill set through direct involvement with complex equipment and high-pressure operational requirements.
Engineering Apprentice
Breseight Precision Engineering
10.2012 - 08.2015
- Completed an apprenticeship in a light industrial precision engineering environment, developing the foundational skills required for a career in mechanical fitting and engineering maintenance.
- Gained hands-on experience in precision engineering, machining, and mechanical workshop operations to support effective production processes.
- Developed proficiency with engineering tools, workshop machinery, and precision measuring equipment to ensure quality and accuracy in tasks.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and worked to specified dimensions and tolerances.
- Developed an understanding of component manufacture, fitting practices, and workshop safety.
- Established strong foundation in mechanical problem-solving, attention to detail, and precision workmanship to enhance overall project outcomes.
Skills
- Mechanical maintenance coordination
- Heavy industrial steelmaking operations
- Electric arc furnace and continuous casting systems
- Hydraulic, cooling, and pneumatic systems
- Preventive and breakdown maintenance
- Mechanical fault finding and troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning and prioritization
- Work permits and permit-to-work systems
- Isolation procedures and risk management
- Contractor coordination and work supervision
- Safety procedures and workplace compliance
- Industrial machinery operation
- Mechanical trade skills
- Precision engineering, fitting, and machining
- Welding process knowledge
- SAP Work Procedures and execution
- MILIS Work Procedures
- High-risk coordination
- Work permits knowledge
- Training development and delivery
- Training development
- Cross-team communication
- Safety and efficiency
Personal Information
- Title: Mechanical Coordinator | Mechanical Tradesperson | Heavy Industrial Maintenance
- Driving License: Full Australian Driver Licence
Certification
- Certificate IV in Engineering
- Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Machining)
- Welding Competencies
- Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- High-Risk Work Licences
- Forklift
- Dogging
- Non-slewing mobile crane (Franna)
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
- Driver Licence
- Full Australian Driver Licence
- Confined Space Entry & Rescue
Timeline
Mechanical Coordinator
InfraBuild
05.2023 - Current
Apprentice / Mechanical Tradesperson
Department of Defence
08.2015 - 05.2023
Engineering Apprentice
Breseight Precision Engineering
10.2012 - 08.2015