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Jan Ferreira

Jan Ferreira

KARRATHA,WA

Summary

Workshop Supervisor and Trade-Qualified Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience in waste management and heavy vehicle fleets. Demonstrates strong operational coordination and a commitment to safety, overseeing multi-site workshop operations and enhancing team performance across diverse environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

North West Workshop Supervisor / Mechanic Leading Hand

Cleanaway
Karratha, Australia
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily workshop operations, including task scheduling and assignment.
  • Implemented maintenance schedules for tools and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Conducted regular inspections for compliance with safety standards and quality control.
  • Resolved staff conflicts effectively to promote a collaborative work environment.
  • Performed diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on heavy-duty trucks.
  • Led team meetings to enhance communication and address operational challenges.
  • Coordinated workflow across departments to optimize resource allocation.
  • Regular site inspection across north west Pilbara

Diesel Mechanic

Cleanaway
KARRATHA, WA
03.2023 - 04.2024

• Conduct morning Pre-start meeting & safety briefings to workshop crew

• Assign daily Jobs and services to be completed

• Assist with repair and fault finding on vehicles

• Order parts and follow up

• Inspect safety equipment and keep up safety standards

• Manage breakdowns

• Communicate with Port Hedland Branch and assist where needed

• Report to supervisor daily on progress of repairs

• Book general repairs with 3rd party providers (In accordance with chain of command)

• Conduct maintenance and repairs on commercial heavy road vehicles.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhere to safety regulations and company policy.

• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting

• Give on-site support to other machines and equipment

• Remove and replace faulty components

• Manage and document wheel repairs/replacement

• Repair of hydraulic cylinders and rams

Diesel Workshop Manager

Witbank Power Spares
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed daily workshop operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to budget constraints.
  • Supervised staff to uphold safety standards and enhance overall productivity.
  • Trained team members in equipment handling and maintenance procedures to improve operational efficiency.
  • Developed training materials for new hires on workshop processes, facilitating smoother onboarding.
  • Implemented inventory control measures to optimize stock levels and reduce costs.
  • Coordinated repair schedules while prioritizing customer service requests for timely resolution.
  • Oversaw equipment inspections for compliance with regulations, maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing on quality parts and materials.

Diesel Mechanic

DurimGH Technical Services
01.2017 - 01.2022

companies in the mining industry.

• Workshop experience on rebuilding machines.

• Field service and technical expertise on site, surface, workshops and underground.

• Perform machine inspections

• Remove and replace faulty components

• Reassemble machines with new or remanufactured parts, frames etc.

• Conduct testing of machine rebuilds prior to returning to clients

• Give on-site support to other machines and equipment

• Compile service reports including part lists

• Repair and maintenance of trucks, loaders etc

• Repair of hydraulic and pneumatic faults.

• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting

• Suspension and clutch overalls

• Lubricating moving parts and maintaining auto-lubricating systems to prevent failure of moving components

• Training new workers on procedures and functions

• Communicating to management on the progress of work undertaken

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Starcrow 36
01.2012 - 01.2017

• Perform machine inspections

• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting

• Remove and replace faulty components

• Suspension and clutch overhauls

• Reassemble machines with new or remanufactured parts, frames etc.

• Conduct testing of machine rebuilds prior to returning to clients

• Give on-site support to other machines and equipment

• Compile service reports including part lists

Fitter & Turner

Sappi Fine Papers
01.2008 - 01.2011

• Supported maintenance crew in Fitter and Turner tasks to ensure equipment reliability

• Machined carcano pump shafts on non-CNC lathe to meet operational specifications

• Greased and replaced bearings on paper presses to maintain optimal performance

• Install pumps and align couplings on motors and pumps

• Cut and weld base plates for pumps

• Repair leaks on glands and leaks on high pressure steam pipes

Education

AUR31216 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology - Diesel Trade

VETassess
Melbourne, VIC
08-2022

Heavy Diesel Trade Cert III - Engineering

Colliery Training College
South Africa
04-2016

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Studies N2-N3

Techron College
South Africa
11-2014

Some College (No Degree) - N3 Engineering

Midland College
South Africa
09-2011

High School Diploma -

Despatch High
South Africa
11-2007

Skills

  • Engine repair
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Diagnostic troubleshooting
  • Machine operation and mechanical expertise
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Safety awareness and tool maintenance
  • Project management
  • Team supervision
  • Workflow coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Documentation and reporting skills
  • Hydraulic repair and fault finding

Current Role

North West Workshop Supervisor / Mechanic Leading Hand, Cleanaway, 04/01/24, Present, Supervise daily workshop operations across the North West Pilbara region, Lead toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and safety briefings, Allocate and prioritise maintenance tasks, Liaise with operations to minimise downtime, Manage parts ordering and inventory, Coordinate third-party repairs, Maintain safety, quality, and compliance standards

Previous Experience

  • Diesel Mechanic, Cleanaway, 01/01/23, 12/31/24
  • Diesel Workshop Manager, Witbank Power Spares, 01/01/22, 12/31/23
  • Diesel Mechanic, DurimGH Technical Services, 01/01/17, 12/31/22
  • Apprentice Diesel Mechanic, Starcrow 36, 01/01/12, 12/31/17
  • Fitter & Turner, Sappi Fine Papers, 01/01/08, 12/31/11

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

North West Workshop Supervisor / Mechanic Leading Hand

Cleanaway
04.2024 - Current

Diesel Mechanic

Cleanaway
03.2023 - 04.2024

Diesel Workshop Manager

Witbank Power Spares
01.2022 - 01.2023

Diesel Mechanic

DurimGH Technical Services
01.2017 - 01.2022

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Starcrow 36
01.2012 - 01.2017

Fitter & Turner

Sappi Fine Papers
01.2008 - 01.2011

AUR31216 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology - Diesel Trade

VETassess

Heavy Diesel Trade Cert III - Engineering

Colliery Training College

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Studies N2-N3

Techron College

Some College (No Degree) - N3 Engineering

Midland College

High School Diploma -

Despatch High
Jan Ferreira