Murray Aitken
Perth,WA
Summary
Knowledgeable automotive professional specializing in CAT fleet vehicles, with interests to expand to different fleets. Strong experience in truck midlife changeouts incl cooler packs and engines and associated hoses. Catsis and computer diagnostic tools, good verbal and written communication skills and an emphasis on ownership of my work quality and accurate time management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Diesel Fitter
BHP OS
04.2022 - Current
- Safety first approach to all tasks. Conduct risk assessments in conjunction with Work Instructions to full appreciate the task and specific hazards to myself and my team.
- Inspected Cat fleet vehicles including 793F and C mantrucks and autonomous vehicles, 785D water trucks and minor experience on 16H graders and D11R dozers for repair and maintenance needs.
- Proficient with CATsis, identifying correct parts and scoping jobs, prioritising work with emphasis on sound judgement to return truck to work.
- Troubleshot systems, use of schematics to trace problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Removed major components components and completed repairs or installed new replacements including use of OHC, 16T forklift.
- Completed required documentation such as JHAs for every task, take 5 personal risk assessments and work-completed reports, timesheets and history to aid in future diagnosis and fault finding.
- Applied documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs and identify and prepare required parts and tools.
Forward Observer
Australian Defence Force
06.2012 - 12.2019
- Coordinate joint fires with fixed and rotary wing assets, naval gun fire, and morter/artillery guns with an emphasis on safety and accurate effects on target.
- Conducted risk assessments for artillery and missile operations to avoid harm to personnel and equipment and act as a SME delivering orders.
- Completed inspections and any basic repair need to uphold strict military standards for optics, thermal and night vision systems and task specific ruggedised laptops.
- Assisted with real-time intelligence collection by conducting field reconnaissance operations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Coordinated joint fires with with other military units and agencies to support operations and align with mission.
- Confirmed gun line safety and assisted in calibration of weapons systems.
Gun Number
Australian Defence Force
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING - Mechanical Trade MEM30205
Central Queensland University
Mackay, QLD05.2022
LICENCE TO PERFORM RIGGING BASIC LEVEL - (CPCCLRG3001A)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
Mackay, QLD2021
LICENCE TO PERFORM DOGGING - (CPCCLDG3001A)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
Mackay, QLD2020
LICENCE TO OPERATE A FORKLIFT TRUCK - (TLILIC0003)
CIVIL SAFETY
Mackay, QLD2020
OPERATE A GANTRY OR OVERHEAD CRANE - (RIIHAN305D)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
Mackay, QLD2021
DEMONSTRATE FIRST ATTACK FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT -
CENTRAL REGIONAL TAFE (52789)
2022
APPLY INITIAL RESPONSE FIRST AID - (RIIERR205D)
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT EDUCATION
2021
LICENCE TO OPERATE A BOOM-TYPE EWP - (BOOM LENGTH 11 METRES OR MORE) (TLILIC0005)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
Mackay, QLD2020
WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHTS - (RIIWHS204D)
SHARP 5
Mackay, QLD2020
ENTER AND WORK IN CONFINED SPACES - (RIIWHS202D)
CIVIL SAFETY
Mackay, QLD2020
PROVIDE FIRST AID - (HLTAID003)
JUST CAREERS TRAINING PTY LTD
Skills
- Repair Work Orders
- Vehicle Testing
- Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software
- Replacement and Repair Work
- Preventive Maintenance
- Defect Documentation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
Timeline
Heavy Diesel Fitter
BHP OS
04.2022 - Current
Forward Observer
Australian Defence Force
06.2012 - 12.2019
Gun Number
Australian Defence Force
10.2009 - 06.2012
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING - Mechanical Trade MEM30205
Central Queensland University
LICENCE TO PERFORM RIGGING BASIC LEVEL - (CPCCLRG3001A)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
LICENCE TO PERFORM DOGGING - (CPCCLDG3001A)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
LICENCE TO OPERATE A FORKLIFT TRUCK - (TLILIC0003)
CIVIL SAFETY
OPERATE A GANTRY OR OVERHEAD CRANE - (RIIHAN305D)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
DEMONSTRATE FIRST ATTACK FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT -
CENTRAL REGIONAL TAFE (52789)
APPLY INITIAL RESPONSE FIRST AID - (RIIERR205D)
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT EDUCATION
LICENCE TO OPERATE A BOOM-TYPE EWP - (BOOM LENGTH 11 METRES OR MORE) (TLILIC0005)
MYNESIGHT PTY LTD
WORK SAFELY AT HEIGHTS - (RIIWHS204D)
SHARP 5
ENTER AND WORK IN CONFINED SPACES - (RIIWHS202D)
CIVIL SAFETY
PROVIDE FIRST AID - (HLTAID003)
JUST CAREERS TRAINING PTY LTD
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