Neville Andrews
Aveley
Summary
Well-rounded Mechanical Fitter with a comprehensive understanding of routine maintenance. A driven individual committed to safety and offering a dedicated work ethic. Looking for a new position with a company that promises professional growth. Driven Mechanical Fitter with over 30 years' experience in process manufacturing, production and warehouse support. Skilled in heavy equipment operations with Mechanical trade licensure and certified Mechanical Engineering. Skilled at collaborating with engineers to develop and test new products and equipment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Fitter
Image Resources
Perth, WA
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work increasing production by 35%
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
- Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
- Carefully reviewed project blueprints before starting work and addressed any concerns with supervisors.
- Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for water project.
- Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
- Connected pipes through caulking, gluing and welding.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Mechanical equipment.
- Performed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve range of mechanical failures.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
- Coordinated with other engineering professionals to coordinate operation of mechanical systems.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
Maintenance Fitter
Downer Group Rail
Perth, WA
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance. Reducing number of breakdowns to at least 25%
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Maintenance Technician
Aurizon
Perth, WA
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance, reducing breakdowns to 30%
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Maintenance Fitter
Wabtec
Perth, WA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents, reducing accidents by 50%
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Machine Operator/Maintainer
Speno Rail Services
Perth, WA
11.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators increasing production to 10% higher out come
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Maintenance Fitter
BHP Billiton
Perth, WA
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance reducing breakdowns by 10%
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Maintenance Technician
John Holland Rail
Perth, WA
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance reducing breakdowns by 10%
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Mechanical Fitter
Contractor's Maintenance Service
Perth, WA
05.2010 - 08.2011
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work, reducing break downs by 10%
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
Mechanical Fitter
Transmin
Perth, WA
07.2010 - 05.2011
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work increasing production by 10%
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
Mechanical Fitter
Air Drilling Specialties
Perth, WA
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work, reducing call outs by 10%
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Trade Certificate
Kwekwe Technical College
Zimbabwe01.1987
High School Diploma -
Chaplin High School
Zimbabwe11.1982
Skills
- Mechanical Diagnostics
- Safe Equipment Handling
- Parts Assembly
- Mechanical Measurement
- Fire Extinguishers
- Pipe Bending
- Servicing Mechanical Equipment
- Safe Work Practices
- Welding and Bolting
- Welding
- Safe machinery operation
- Performance tests conduction
- Precise measurements
- Mechanical troubleshooting
Timeline
Mechanical Fitter
Image Resources
04.2022 - 09.2023
Maintenance Fitter
Downer Group Rail
09.2020 - 04.2022
Maintenance Technician
Aurizon
01.2020 - 09.2020
Maintenance Fitter
Wabtec
09.2019 - 12.2019
Machine Operator/Maintainer
Speno Rail Services
11.2014 - 08.2019
Maintenance Fitter
BHP Billiton
10.2013 - 11.2014
Maintenance Technician
John Holland Rail
08.2011 - 10.2013
Mechanical Fitter
Transmin
07.2010 - 05.2011
Mechanical Fitter
Contractor's Maintenance Service
05.2010 - 08.2011
Mechanical Fitter
Air Drilling Specialties
04.2010 - 07.2010
Associate of Science - Trade Certificate
Kwekwe Technical College
High School Diploma -
Chaplin High School