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Kevin Burke

2 Twin View, Swan View,WA

Summary

Efficient Maintenance professional skilled in task delegation, maintenance scheduling and team oversight. Commended for quality performance and reliability demonstrated over 43 years of industry experience. Advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance and repairs.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Manager

Brikmakers
Hazelmere, Western Australia
05.2003 - 02.2021
  • Initially employed in 2003 to dismantle, catalogue, clean and package for shipping the mechanical contents of a brickmaking plant in Germany. Upon return to Australia employed as Maintenance Manager at BGC's Blockpave masonry plant.
  • Involved subsequently in construction of Hazelmere Brikmakers plant and installation of previously imported machinery., prior to commissioning.
  • Supervised and participated in the installation, repair and upkeep of buildings, machinery and mechanical equipment at Brikmakers.
  • Performed troubleshooting and provided technical support in case of system malfunctions or breakdowns. Monitored the performance of all equipment.
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Developed and implemented preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production. Created upgrades or modifications to existing systems based on production needs. Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs and expenditure .
  • Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
  • Contacted vendors to procure replacement parts, equipment and tools. Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions and employee performance .
  • Trained apprentices. Liaised with relevant agencies.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of subcontractors.

Maintenance Supervisor

Midland Brick
Midland, Western Australia
02.1989 - 05.2003
  • Supervised and participated in a team of about 15 people for the maintenance of brick kilns, manufacturing and packaging machinery .

Maintenance Manager

Tip Top Meats
Wooroloo, Western Australia
04.1978 - 03.1989
  • Maintained plant , refrigeration systems and steam production equipment in meatworks. Property included truck pool and stock yards.
  • Designed equipment layouts for beef and mutton production chains.
  • Co-ordinated construction of pork processing floors.

Marine Technician Propulsion

Royal Australian Navy
Various Land And Sea Postings , Australia
1971 - 02.1978
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on marine vessels, including engines, fuel systems, air conditioning units and other components.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts such as pumps, motors, valves and hydraulic cylinders.
  • Worked with rigging materials including cables, ropes and winches.
  • Operated heavy machinery and power tools proficiently.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Marine Propulsion

Royal Australian Navy
Victoria And Western Australia

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and creating / manufacturing practical solutions to mechanical problems
  • Good hand skills
  • Ability to organize tasks and the labour force to complete the job in a timely manner
  • Effective Team interactions

Affiliations

  • Amateur gardener
  • Enjoy metalworking and a little woodworking
  • Home maintenance DIY - help family and friends
  • Achieved Recreational Pilot's Licence
  • Enjoy travel - plane, train or car . Unusual destinations include PNG, Fiji , Iceland

Certification

  • 1990 Riggers and Dogman's Certificate - United Construction Rockingham
  • 1995 Senior First Aid Certificate - St John's Ambulance
  • 2000 Train the Trainer - Boral Australia
  • 2004 OH & S Legislation for Managers - BGC Perth
  • 2005 Defensive Driving Cert 2 - AHG Kewdale
  • Fork Lift Certificate ( unsure if valid at this date )

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Manager

Brikmakers
05.2003 - 02.2021

Maintenance Supervisor

Midland Brick
02.1989 - 05.2003

Maintenance Manager

Tip Top Meats
04.1978 - 03.1989

Marine Technician Propulsion

Royal Australian Navy
1971 - 02.1978

Some College (No Degree) - Marine Propulsion

Royal Australian Navy

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