James Weston
Windella,NSW
Summary
I am a dedicated and experienced mechanic with over 18 years experience working in the automotive sector as a mechanic and workshop manager with a strong focus on customer service. More recently I have been working as a Fire Suppression Technician in the Mining Industry. I have previous experience in effectively managing supplies, coordinating workloads, allocating resources, performing diagnostic tests and repairs and providing technical expertise. I am an extremely focused and detail-oriented mechanic who is capable of accurately analysing, diagnosing, and repairing a variety of issues using advance equipment and comprehensive checklists. I bring hands-on experience with mechanical maintenance and repairs together with fire equipment experience with a focus on keeping operations running smoothly and producing high-quality work. With excellent communication and relationship-management skills together with 20 years experience in the NSW Rural Fire Service, I have the ability to work well independently or within a team environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Suppression Technician
FSI
Singleton, NSW
07.2023 - Current
- Ensured adherence to local, state, and federal regulations while performing all installation tasks and repairs of fire suppression equipment.
- Enhanced safety measures by installing and repairing various types of fire suppression equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relationships addressing client concerns and questions about fire suppression systems.
- Servicing and maintenance of Fire Suppression Systems within the Mining and Construction Industry.
- Coordinating and submitting necessary paperwork and procedures.
- Completed complex troubleshooting tasks, identifying the root cause of malfunctions in fire suppression systems.
- Mitigated potential hazards by identifying and addressing deficiencies in existing fire suppression systems during site evaluations.
- Attend to client call outs and breakdowns.
Workshop Manager
The Rock Service Centre
04.2010 - 06.2022
- Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
- Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
- Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
- Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed customer calls and bookings
- Worked flexible hours; night weekend, and holiday shifts.
- NRMA Roadside assistance technician
- Service and repair air-conditioning systems in cars
- Performed NSW RTA registration inspections
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Weston Automotive Repairs
07.2006 - 04.2010
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Rotated and balanced tires for even wear.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Performed NSW RTA inspections
- NRMA Roadside Technician
- Worked shifts; nights, weekends and holidays
Tractor Opertor
Clancy Agriculture
11.2008 - 12.2008
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Spare Parts Administrator
Great Southern Motors
08.2004 - 06.2006
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
Extra Low Voltage Electrical Training Course
SGS
01-2024
Work Safely At Heights Certificate
Focus On Safety Ptd Ltd
01-2024
Certificate II Fire Protection Inspection & Test
HAZ ED
09-2023
QLD Standard 11
New Horizons
08-2023
University Certificate in Workforce Essentials -
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW11.2016
Certificate in Automotive Air-conditioning -
Albury TAFE
2012
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanic & Tech -
Riverina Tafe
Albury, NSW06.2010
High School Diploma -
St Pauls Lutheran College
Walla Walla Nsw09.2003
Skills
- Project Requirements
- Strong Mechanical Skills/Knowledge
- Fabrications Knowledge
- Strong computer skills
- Diagnostic repair skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Analysing and diagnosing a variety of issues
- Job Assignments
- General Housekeeping
- Motivated and reliable
- Equipment maintenance
- Detail-orientated
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong customer services skills
- Reliable
- Goal orientated
- System Troubleshooting
- Fire suppression systems
- Team Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
Accomplishments
- Member of the Rural Fire Service - Deputy Captain, Bucki Fire Brigade, Henty
- Recipient of NSW National Emergency Medal - 2019/2020 Bushfires
Timeline
Fire Suppression Technician
FSI
07.2023 - Current
Workshop Manager
The Rock Service Centre
04.2010 - 06.2022
Tractor Opertor
Clancy Agriculture
11.2008 - 12.2008
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Weston Automotive Repairs
07.2006 - 04.2010
Spare Parts Administrator
Great Southern Motors
08.2004 - 06.2006
Extra Low Voltage Electrical Training Course
SGS
Work Safely At Heights Certificate
Focus On Safety Ptd Ltd
Certificate II Fire Protection Inspection & Test
HAZ ED
QLD Standard 11
New Horizons
University Certificate in Workforce Essentials -
Charles Sturt University
Certificate in Automotive Air-conditioning -
Albury TAFE
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanic & Tech -
Riverina Tafe
High School Diploma -
St Pauls Lutheran College
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