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Nathan Parsons

Summary

Over the last 11 years, I have worked in the mechanical repair industry working on outdoor power equipment and small plant machinery. I have worked in teams and as an individual, I have experience in parts ordering and taking inventory, training employees, troubleshooting and repairs, delivery driving, invoices and bookkeeping and also customer service. I have worked my way up to workshop manager in multiple workshops eventually working my way to starting my own business in 2021.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sole Trader

Apex Equipment Repairs
07.2021 - 11.2023
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
  • Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
  • Managed accurate and timely processing of over 100s of invoices per month.
  • Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for 3 staff members.
  • Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
  • Input all relevant transactions and supervised properly within accounting system.
  • Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
  • Aligned workload and reduced head count without service interruption.
  • Reduced staff and eliminated overtime by realigning workload in order to meet budgetary restrictions.

Workshop Manager

Pivot Service And Repair
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.

Skilled Tradesman

PIVOT Power Products
02.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
  • Worked in a team and individually.
  • Worked individually with problem solving, time management and safety skills to ensure work is done with the highest quality in a reasonable time safely.

Workshop Manager

A&A Equipment Repairs PTY LTD
10.2016 - 01.2018
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.

Apprentice Plant Mechanic

My Gateway
02.2012 - 09.2016
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
  • Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
  • Honed strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills while completing tasks and working with team.
  • Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.

Education

CERTICATE 3 - CERT 3 in Mobile Plant Technologies

TAFE NSW
Wetherill Park, NSW
10.2016

Skills

  • Job Scheduling
  • Repairs and Service Experience with Machinery
  • Advanced Hand and Power Tools Experience
  • Troubleshooting
  • Work Order Management
  • Team Supervision
  • Working Alone and in a Team
  • Quick Learner and Open Minded
  • Communication skills
  • Computer Skills and Data Entry

Timeline

Sole Trader

Apex Equipment Repairs
07.2021 - 11.2023

Workshop Manager

Pivot Service And Repair
08.2019 - 07.2021

Skilled Tradesman

PIVOT Power Products
02.2018 - 08.2019

Workshop Manager

A&A Equipment Repairs PTY LTD
10.2016 - 01.2018

Apprentice Plant Mechanic

My Gateway
02.2012 - 09.2016

CERTICATE 3 - CERT 3 in Mobile Plant Technologies

TAFE NSW

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