Karrielea Glover
Summary
Dedicated fourth-year Mechanical Fitter Apprentice with extensive hands-on experience in machinery maintenance, fault finding, and plant operations across diverse industrial settings. Proven commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and minimizing downtime in fast-paced production environments. Eager to transition into a full-time tradesperson role to enhance skills and contribute effectively to the mechanical fitting trade. Passionate about driving operational excellence and supporting team success through technical expertise and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Fitter Apprentice
Wespine Industries
10.2021 - Current
- Mechanical fitting, assembly, and disassembly of fixed plant
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and bearings
- Proficient in fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
- Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments (verniers, micrometers, dial indicators)
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Competent in welding, cutting, grinding, and basic fabrication
- Safe use of hand and power tools in workshop and field environments
- Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout, risk assessments, and safety procedures
- Experienced in rigging, dogging, and safe lifting practices
- Effective teamwork, communication, and task coordination with multi-trade crews
- Strong problem-solving ability and commitment to minimizing downtime
Maintenance Trades assistant
Wespine Industries
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisting fitters and tradespeople with mechanical maintenance and repairs
- Skilled in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and basic workshop equipment
- Experience with cleaning, lubricating, and preparing machinery for operation
- Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and safe isolation of equipment
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks and follow safe lifting practices
- Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements in high-risk environments
- Capable of basic fault identification and reporting of equipment issues
- Reliable team player with clear communication and task-following skills
- Good housekeeping practices to maintain safe and efficient work areas
Sales & Dispatch Coordinator
Wespine Industries
10.2011 - 03.2021
- Coordinate daily dispatch operations, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of timber products to customers
- Managed transport scheduling, load planning, and liaised with drivers and logistic providers to meet tight delivery deadlines
- Entered and maintained data in internal systems to track dispatch performance and ensure accuracy of records
- Worked closely with production, sales and logistics teams to streamline dispatch workflows and improve efficiency
- Supported warehouse staff with loading/unloading operations and ensured proper documentation for all outgoing loads
Production Operator – Timber & forklift operations
Wespine Industries
10.2003 - 10.2011
- Operation of timber processing machinery, including saws, conveyors, and packaging equipment
- Licensed forklift operator with experience in loading/unloading timber packs and transporting materials safely
- Skilled in both machine operation and forklift handling to support smooth production flow
- Monitoring and adjusting production equipment to maintain efficiency and product quality
- Strong knowledge of timber grading, quality control, and safe material handling practices
- Performing basic equipment checks, lubrication, and routine preventive maintenance
- Safe manual handling and stacking of timber products in line with workplace procedures
- Adherence to workplace health and safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout and PPE compliance
- Ability to follow production schedules, work instructions, and safety documentation accurately
- Team-oriented, adaptable, and reliable in fast-paced production environments
Education
Certificate III - Engineering – Mechanical Trade
South Regional TAFE
01.2024
Skills
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Forklift Operations
- Production Operations
- Dispatch & Logistics
- Equipment installation
- Teamwork & Communication
- Safety procedures
- Precision assembly
- Safe machinery operation
- Maintenance troubleshooting
- Hand tools expertise
- Equipment Repair
Certification
- LF 52918 – Forklift Ticket
- RIIWHS204D – Work safely at Heights
- TLILIC0005 – Elevated work platform
- CPCCLDG3001A – Dogging
- CPCCLRG3001A – Rigging Basic level
- CPCWHS1001 – White Card
Timeline
Mechanical Fitter Apprentice
Wespine Industries
10.2021 - Current
Maintenance Trades assistant
Wespine Industries
03.2021 - 10.2021
Sales & Dispatch Coordinator
Wespine Industries
10.2011 - 03.2021
Production Operator – Timber & forklift operations
Wespine Industries
10.2003 - 10.2011
Certificate III - Engineering – Mechanical Trade
South Regional TAFE