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John Whittle

Chinchilla

Summary

I have many years experience in a broad range of fields.

I am skilled in many areas, from abattoir laboring, cotton farming & retail sales through to working my way up from Hired Fitter & Turner tradesman, to Workshop Supervisor in 3.5 years.

I have been able to learn almost everything I have ever tried over the years, & am always willing to learn & try something new.

I am a very competent hydraulic fitter & jobbing machinist, with the ability to train apprentices.

I am quite competent at leading a team & look forward to new challenges.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Supervisor

ENZED Surat Basin
Chinchilla
10.2019 - Current
  • Utilized hands-on leadership style to keep team members focused on specific jobs and working efficiently.
  • Managed work areas to support safety and productivity goals.
  • Oversaw training of new employees on correct procedures, performance strategies and compliance requirements.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Monitored processes for continuous improvement and implemented changes to promote quicker task completion.

Workshop Leader

ENZED Surat Basin
Chinchilla
10.2019 - Current
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
  • Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
  • Oversaw inventory management of tools and supplies to keep necessary materials on hand and available for completion of projects.
  • Fixed mechanical and hydraulic malfunctions while delivering superior service to customers.

Sales /Inventory Control Specialist

Nuts Bolts Fastners & Industrial
Dalby
10.2017 - 09.2019

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  • Managed inventory by performing physical counts, identifying variances and reconciling records.
  • Researched inventory-related discrepancies and made appropriate adjustments in system.
  • Received incoming goods, checked paperwork and reviewed merchandise for accuracy against documentation.
  • Investigated and resolved variances with inventory records.
  • Transported items using equipment like forklifts and hand trucks. John
  • Transported items using equipment like forklifts and hand trucks.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.Whittle
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
  • Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
  • Packaged items with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.

Fitter Turner

Simplicity Hydraulics
Dalby
04.2012 - 08.2017
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Adhered closely to safety protocols, applicable regulations and industry best practices.
  • Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
  • Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
  • Tested, diagnosed and replaced defective equipment.
  • Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
  • Read and interpreted complex blueprints and drawings.
  • Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.

Sawmill Worker

Parkside Group
Wondai
01.2012 - 04.2012
  • Inspected mill equipment and documented findings for maintenance personnel.
  • Diagnosed and resolved mill problems and performed cleaning and basic maintenance on milling equipment.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Verified dimensions of finished workpieces, using measuring devices.
  • Tended machines during operation to monitor progress and adjust controls, maintaining optimal speeds and tension.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines regarding equipment operation to reduce accident risk.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery.

Laborer

Swickers Kingaroy
Kingaroy
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Used powered equipment such as saws, knives and skinner machines to complete efficient meat processing.
  • Vacuum-packed and labeled products for institutional use or sale to consumers.
  • Butchered carcasses to remove unwanted components and prepare for further processing.
  • Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
  • Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
  • Processed sides of beef, whole pigs, chickens and other animals to separate into individual cuts.
  • Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.

Sawmill Worker

Parkside Group
Wondai
04.2007 - 04.2010
  • Adjusted speeds on cutting machines to clear jams and keep equipment functional.
  • Used appropriate tools to carefully clear machine jams.
  • Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents.
  • Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery.
  • Trimmed lumber to straighten rough edges or remove defects.
  • Inspected stock to identify imperfections, assign grades and determine issues with production.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.

Farm Hand

Hamilton Cotton
Murgon
03.2004 - 04.2007
  • Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
  • Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
  • Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
  • Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth.
  • Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
  • Attached plows, sprayers or harvesters to tractors with bolts or hand tools.
  • Observed and listened to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.l
  • Transplanted plants and planted new seeds according to determined size of crop.
  • Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.

Driveway Attendant

Racecourse Star Service Station
Dalby
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Processed payments via cash, credit and debit cards and counted back change to customers to avoid cash drawer errors.
  • Attended to gas spills and accidents promptly and according to established guidelines.
  • Inspected identification to determine proper age of customers for alcohol and cigarettes.
  • Sold store items and vehicle services to customers.
  • Collected payments for dispensed gas and tendered change or receipts to customers.
  • Maintained adequate food and beverages in display cases and refrigerators for customer convenience.
  • Prepared daily records of food and gas sales and balanced register drawers.
  • Checked gas pumps for leaks or malfunctions and repaired faults.
  • Processed gas and amenities payments.
  • Washed windshields and checked fluid levels and air pressure as courtesy to customers.
  • Cleaned parking areas, restrooms or equipment and removed trash.
  • Collected cash payments from customers or charged purchases to credit cards.
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed complaints in person and via phone.
  • Activated fuel pumps to fill fuel tanks of vehicles with gasoline or diesel fuel.
  • Checked tire pressure and levels of fuel, motor oil or other fluids, adding air or fluids as required.

malfunctions.lmalfunctionsLaborer

Finch Engineering
Kaimkillenbun
01.1996 - 11.1996
  • Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
  • Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
  • Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
  • Operated heavy machinery to prepare metal products according to customer specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
  • Cut, shaped and bent metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures.
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean work environment.
  • Analyzed required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches to correctly fabricate and install products and parts.
  • Measured and inspected parts with calipers, scales and micrometers.
  • Inspected sheet metal structures and overhauled components.

Education

Certificate IV - Engineering

TAFE Queensland Kingaroy
Kingaroy, QLD
06.2022

Certificate II in Engineering - Fitting & Turning

TAFE Queensland Kingaroy
Kingaroy, QLD
02.2016

Skills

  • Product organization
  • Adaptive team player
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Revenue optimization
  • Hydraulics
  • Equipment repair skills
  • Relationship building
  • Good work ethic
  • Reliable & trustworthy
  • Project management
  • Forklift certified
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Parts ordering
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Team leadership and development
  • Labor management
  • Drawing interpretation
  • machining equipment operation
  • Hydraulics diagnostics
  • Organizational skills
  • Mechanical skills
  • Job planning
  • Safety oversight
  • Interpersonal and written communication

Timeline

Workshop Supervisor

ENZED Surat Basin
10.2019 - Current

Workshop Leader

ENZED Surat Basin
10.2019 - Current

Sales /Inventory Control Specialist

Nuts Bolts Fastners & Industrial
10.2017 - 09.2019

Fitter Turner

Simplicity Hydraulics
04.2012 - 08.2017

Sawmill Worker

Parkside Group
01.2012 - 04.2012

Laborer

Swickers Kingaroy
01.2010 - 01.2012

Sawmill Worker

Parkside Group
04.2007 - 04.2010

Farm Hand

Hamilton Cotton
03.2004 - 04.2007

Driveway Attendant

Racecourse Star Service Station
01.1997 - 01.2004

malfunctions.lmalfunctionsLaborer

Finch Engineering
01.1996 - 11.1996

Certificate IV - Engineering

TAFE Queensland Kingaroy

Certificate II in Engineering - Fitting & Turning

TAFE Queensland Kingaroy
John Whittle