Summary
Overview
Work History
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References
Timeline
Matt Fell

Matt Fell

Sydney,New Zealand

Summary

I have always worked in workshop environments from mechanical to engineering. Over the years I have picked up many useful skills and knowledge that I'm able to apply to most applications.

I have learnt to adapt and be comfortable in high pressure situations with very tight deadlines for delivery.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Manager

Sydney RV Group
08.2022 - Current
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Managed and led a team of technicians for optimal productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.
  • Job card creation and invoicing.

Operations Manager

Mad Campers
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Fleet management: day to day operations, resolving critical on-road issues, workshop and staff management
  • Parts/stock management and procurement, including managing relationships with service providers nationwide
  • Managing design and installation of improvements to existing and new vehicles
  • Develop, implement and manage cost efficient processes for operations, preventative maintenance and ongoing monitoring of vehicle safety and service history.

Motorhome Technician

Auckland Motorhomes
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Vehicle self-containment compliance (conversion from European to NZ standards)
  • Bespoke vehicle modifications such as solar, awnings, satellite, custom appliances and cabinetry alterations
  • LVV modifications.

Refurbishment Manager

Wilderness Motorhomes
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Refurbishment of decommissioned Burstner and Roadcraft rental motorhomes ready for sale, including managing service providers (panel and paint), within allocated budget
  • Satellite, solar and vehicle compliance.

Skills

  • MS Office and CAD
  • Staff management
  • Office administration
  • Competent in mechanical repairs (eg: brakes, transmissions, engine swaps
  • Ability to apply past experience and knowledge to solve a range of problems quickly and efficiently
  • Comfortable under pressure
  • Maintaining high standard of workmanship and operational consistency
  • General engineering (gained during 5 years in the engineering trade), including TIG, MIG and ARC
  • Welding
  • Contractor networking, strong ability in maintaining positive relationships

References

Andy Haslett, Mad Campers, andy@madcampers.co.nz, +6421750292

Timeline

Workshop Manager - Sydney RV Group
08.2022 - Current
Operations Manager - Mad Campers
01.2018 - 01.2021
Motorhome Technician - Auckland Motorhomes
01.2017 - 01.2018
Refurbishment Manager - Wilderness Motorhomes
01.2014 - 01.2016
Matt Fell