Overview
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Joshua Knop

Perth,WA

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Paramount Earthmoving
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
  • machines pc2000-11 WA900-3 D10T2 16M 785C WA480 PC200 962

Maintenance Leading Hand

Emeco
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Coordinated project resources, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Mentored junior staff members to enhance their technical skills and boost overall team performance.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Applied troubleshooting and diagnostics abilities to assess repair and maintenance needs.
  • Machines 9400 9350 EX2500-5 EX1900-5 EX1200 D10T 16H 16M 988K 962 789C 777F 740

Field Service Mechanic

Porter Equipment
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and implementing effective maintenance strategies.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient field service support for various mechanical issues.
  • Reduced machinery downtime through meticulous troubleshooting and root cause analysis to identify underlying problems.
  • Trained junior mechanics on industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
  • Contributed to company growth by upholding high-quality standards in all service tasks, leading to increased customer loyalty and referrals.
  • Maintained safety compliance during all field operations, adhering strictly to regulatory requirements and company guidelines.

Field Service Mechanic

MHM
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Respond to breakdown situations, prioritise, identify and complete repair as part of a team working to ensure the ongoing operation and safety in the plant.
  • Work across the Mining, Civil & Agricultural sectors
  • Working on machinery ranging from small construction equipment to large mining earthmoving machinery



HD Mechanic

Sms
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Respond to breakdown situations, prioritise, identify and complete repair as part of a team working to ensure the ongoing operation and safety in the plant.
  • Complete planned and corrective maintenance for all equipment in the fixed plant area
  • Conduct routine inspections of fixed plant assets and determine repair action when required
  • Maintain a high level of safety awareness and comply with all RTIO Company Policies and procedures
  • machines CAT 785CD, 789, 777F, 773F CAT D10T Dozers & 16H/M Grader Hitachi EX1900 & EX2500 PC1250 785 Dump trucks WA900 Loaders

HD Mechanic

Westrac
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Disassembly of Engines
  • Inspection and diagnostics
  • parts ordering
  • Cleaning of Engine
  • Assessing reusability of components
  • Remanufacturing components
  • Engine testing
  • Quality control
  • Part of the team that researched and created the Safe Working Procedures for strip down of engines

Field Service Mechanic

Komatsu
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Field service and Workshop diagnostics
  • Repair and Servicing of machinery
  • Customer service
  • Metal fabrication
  • Management of Tool Store
  • Maintain and Manage Parts stock

Apprentice Hd Mechanic

Komatsu
01.2012 - 08.2015
  • All aspects of trade competencies completed in various departments over 3 years
  • Additional 6 Months experience in Boiler-Maker department performing metal fabrication

Education

No Degree - Year 11

Lesmurdie Senior High School
Lesmurdie, WA

Certificate II Automotive Air Conditioning -

Perth Polytechnic

High Risk Work Licence LF WP HR -

WORK SAFE

Certificate III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology

Perth Polytechnic
08.2015

Skills

  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Hydraulic Systems
  • Welding and fabrication repairs
  • heavy Vehicle Maintenance
  • A/C licence
  • Job Planning
  • people skills

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Paramount Earthmoving
06.2023 - Current

Maintenance Leading Hand

Emeco
01.2022 - 05.2023

Field Service Mechanic

Porter Equipment
06.2021 - 01.2022

Field Service Mechanic

MHM
08.2019 - 06.2021

HD Mechanic

Sms
09.2018 - 08.2019

HD Mechanic

Westrac
09.2016 - 09.2018

Field Service Mechanic

Komatsu
08.2015 - 09.2016

Apprentice Hd Mechanic

Komatsu
01.2012 - 08.2015

No Degree - Year 11

Lesmurdie Senior High School

Certificate II Automotive Air Conditioning -

Perth Polytechnic

High Risk Work Licence LF WP HR -

WORK SAFE

Certificate III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology

Perth Polytechnic
Joshua Knop