Luke Polomka
Supervisor/Heavy Diesel Technician
Echuca
Summary
Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations with a Heavy Diesel Technician background. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and practice strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Supervisor
Seafix PTY LTD
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Major diving work installation of anodes, brackets and cable tray for Freyssinet/ANI.
- Carry out Coded Welding procedures.
- Marine remediation.
- Marine vessel operation and maintenance.
- Dive system maintenance.
- ROV maintenance.
- Broco/oxy acetylene cutting procedures.
Leading Hand/Scaffold Helper
Seafix PTY LTD
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Major scaffold construction for Freyssinet.
- Carry out scaffolding works.
- Carry out rigging for scaffold movements.
- Record daily operation reports and progress.
Leading Hand
Seafix PTY LTD
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Installation of skylights for Viterra Port Lincoln.
- Scissor lift operation and tooling.
- Working at heights.
- Pre starts of LV, Scissor lift and harnessing.
- Welding/fabrication work for identified hazard adhering to Viterras standards and safety regulations.
- Daily operation Reports.
- Prestart and toolbox meetings.
Supervisor of Operations
Echuca Civil Construction
03.2020 - 01.2024
- Supervisor for multiple jobs across VIC and NSW.
- Flood repairs and maintenance.
- Sub division service install.
- Power Core Facility Remediation.
- Safety checks and pre start overviews.
- Budgeting and daily operation overview.
- Risk assessment overviews.
- Reporting daily works.
- Daily employee timesheets
Supervisor/Operator
Echuca Civil Construction
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Main Civil Contractor for Yorta Yorta Nations.
- Bulk detailed excavations.
- 70 x 600mm Pier holes at 4 meters deep.
- Concrete footings poured to height.
- Built up work area using GPS and compaction systems.
- Working in conjunction with building surveyor's and inspectors.
- Running regular toolbox meetings and pre starts in relation to safety and day to day operations.
- Checking key performance indicators and measures to make sure project in delivered within budget and on time.
Supervisor/Operator
Echuca Civil Construction
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Major civil work contractor in conjunction with Bild Group.
- Installation of underground services ie. water, gas, power, nbn, sewer and drainage.
- Supervision of day to day operations.
- Monitoring job progression and budgeting.
- Implementing safe work practices.
- Operation of heavy machinery.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Ag Power Echuca
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Rebuilt components including engines, transmissions or braking systems when required.
- Mentored apprentice mechanics, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards for heavy diesel maintenance and repair.
- Reduced downtime for vehicles by quickly diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues.
- Stayed up-to-date with latest industry trends and technologies, attending workshops and training sessions to continually improve skills as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.
- Troubleshot electrical systems using diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, or specialized software.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing unexpected breakdowns and prolonging the lifespan of equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects within tight deadlines.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Claas Harvest Echuca
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Rebuilt components including engines, transmissions or braking systems when required.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking parts usage to maintain adequate stock levels for common repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects within tight deadlines.
- Enhanced communication between mechanics and service advisors, providing clear explanations of necessary repairs to customers.
- Mentored junior mechanics, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards for heavy diesel maintenance and repair.
- Optimized engine performance with thorough inspections, adjustments, and part replacements as needed.
- Stayed up-to-date with latest industry trends and technologies, attending workshops and training sessions to continually improve skills as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic.
- Reduced downtime for vehicles by quickly diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot electrical systems using diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, or specialized software.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing unexpected breakdowns and prolonging the lifespan of equipment.
Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Claas Harvest Centre Echuca
11.2013 - 06.2017
- Served as a reliable team member, consistently arriving on time and prepared to complete assigned tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Carried out repair and maintenance programs for heavy machinery.
- Welding and Fabrication.
- Electrical Diagnosis.
- Hydraulic system repairs and maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Echuca College
Echuca, VIC 01.2012 - 11.2013
Certifications and Licences
- Cert 3 Mechanical Technology
- First Aid And CPR
- White Card
- Working at Heights
- Coded Welder
- Coxswain Grade 3 NC
- Light Rigid Truck
- Excavator
- Grader
- Dozer
- Front End Loader
- Skidsteer
- Moxy
- Telehandler
- Roller
- Scissor Lift
Timeline
Supervisor
Seafix PTY LTD
12.2024 - 02.2025
Leading Hand/Scaffold Helper
Seafix PTY LTD
11.2024 - 12.2024
Leading Hand
Seafix PTY LTD
10.2024 - 11.2024
Supervisor of Operations
Echuca Civil Construction
03.2020 - 01.2024
Supervisor/Operator
Echuca Civil Construction
10.2019 - 03.2020
Supervisor/Operator
Echuca Civil Construction
12.2017 - 10.2019
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Ag Power Echuca
12.2017 - 12.2018
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Claas Harvest Echuca
06.2017 - 12.2017
Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Claas Harvest Centre Echuca
11.2013 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Echuca College
01.2012 - 11.2013
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