PATRICK O'SULLIVAN
Cornubia,Australia
Summary
Tech Officer with a robust background in fitting and a proven track record at Cava Contracting, specializing in optimizing production processes and enhancing workplace safety. Expertise in implementing advanced technologies and risk management strategies, combined with strong mechanical aptitude and effective team leadership, consistently drives operational efficiency. Proficient in diesel fitting and mechanical fitting, holding an HR truck license. Committed to fostering continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of excellence within the team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Tech Officer/ Leading Hand
Cava contracting (contracted to Glencore)
Mount Isa, QLD
10.2023 - Current
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Supervisor duties.
- Attend meetings as needed including crew meetings, planning, shutdown, and supervisors meetings.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Directed the allocation of resources for project and operational needs.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented new technologies to enhance workplace productivity levels.
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Supervised staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Collaborated with other work crews to ensure all work is carried out as required
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
- Supervised staff to ensure efficient performance of tasks, providing guidance and support when needed.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed and maintained a safe working environment for staff.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Carried out routine maintenance activities on production lines including lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Checked performance using testing and measuring instruments.
- Provided training sessions on safe operation procedures to operators when required.
- Provided technical support to other departments within the organization as needed.
- Tested equipment after installation to check for issues and correct.
- Made sure that mechanical parts were properly fit and assembled while observing tight project deadlines.
- Overhauled systems by following work orders and instructions provided by professionals.
- Sourced suitable suppliers for necessary spare parts at competitive prices.
- Interpreted engineering sketches, specifications or drawings.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on machinery for future reference purposes.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Identified potential improvements in existing systems based on feedback from users.
- Discussed changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly techniques with staff.
- Estimated labor and material for parts and costs for assembly, testing, or installation.
- Monitored stock levels of spare parts regularly and ordered replacements when needed.
Workshop Service Technician
Cava contracting
Mount Isa, QLD
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary Maintenace required.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Evaluated vehicles to assess required parts
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned jobs.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Performed routine maintenance on workshop equipment and tools, such as oil changes, filter replacements, and other preventive maintenance tasks.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Reassembled machinery after completing repairs or upgrades.
- Tested repaired systems for proper functioning before returning them to customers.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Disassembled defective components from machines in order to diagnose faults or replace worn parts.
- Documented shop activities against checklists and supporting documentation for work decisions.
- Ordered necessary replacement parts from suppliers when needed.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in hydraulic systems using hand tools.
- Installed control systems to regulate pressure, flow rate and temperature of fluids used in hydraulics operations.
- Maintained a clean work environment while performing repair tasks.
- Discussed changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly techniques with workmates.
- Interpreted engineering sketches, specifications or drawings.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted hydraulic equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted tests on newly installed or repaired components to ensure proper functioning.
- Operated pressure pumps according to manufacturer specifications and safety rules.
- Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
- Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including changing oil filters, flushing tanks and replacing hoses.
- Assisted in the installation of hydraulic systems and components.
- Troubleshot and repaired issues with hydraulic pumps, valves and motors.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Fitter
Mount Isa Mines
Mount Isa, Australia
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Cava Contracting - A company involved in mining and heavy industry
- Shift fitter (Breakdown fitter on shift )
- Maintaining low lead levels while working in high lead areas using a high level of hygiene
- Maintenance and repair on fixed plant used in the processing of - LEAD, ZINC and COPPER
- Maintenance of: Conveyors, Pumps (Warman, Hosepump, submersable), Fixed piping, Valves - Ball valves, knife valves, butterfly valves etc)
- Changing out electrical motors
- Writing JSAs
- Completing all permits related to specific jobs (hot works, release of equipment, working at heights, confined space).
- Welding - MIG and Stick
- Maintenance and repair on filter presses
- General fabrication and maintenance
- Scheduled inspections - Safety & general including cranes, pump, conveyors, fans, pipework
- Hazard identification and actioning appropriately
- Fan Balancing - working closely with engineers to eliminate vibration within fan
- Provided onsite maintenance and repairs for clients.
- Carried out routine maintenance activities on production lines including lubrication, cleaning and replacement of broken parts.
- Adjusted functional parts of mechanical devices according to specifications.
- Worked independently and as team member
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during work activities.
- Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
- Tested equipment after installation to check for issues and correct.
- Aligned machines properly for efficient operation.
- Completed job checklists with customers and answered questions and solved problems before closing projects.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Provided technical support to colleagues when required.
- Replaced worn out bearings, seals as needed.
- Informed supervisor about hazards, incidents and defects immediately for management and resolution.
- Made sure that mechanical parts were properly fit and assembled while observing tight project deadlines.
- Tested assembled equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Followed company safety procedures in regards to operation of heavy machinery and hand tools to prevent accidents.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Replaced faulty components with new ones in accordance with company standards.
- Inspected machinery for wear and tear to diagnose faults.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in hydraulic systems using hand tools.
Machine Operator / Playground Tech
Playforce
Browns Plains, QLD
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Installation of complex new playground equipment
- Maintenance of existing playgrounds
- Maintenance of earth moving machinery including Clark Bobcats, Clark excavators, kanga loaders and generators and plate compactors
- Planning and staging work according to engineering plans and set out plans
- Operation of Bobcat, Excavator, Kanga, Scissor Lift
- Welding - Fabrication work
- Playground inspection
- Working away from home
- Maintain current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
Diesel Mechanic
Daimler Trucks
Archerfield , QLD
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Accountable for providing a high standard service to private and government cars, trucks, light vehicles and emergency service vehicles
- Diagnose and rectify faults on Mercedes, LDV, Freightliner and FUSO vehicles to the satisfaction of both customers and management
- Supervision of apprentices
- Consultation with service manager to get customer approval on work carried out
- Administrative tasks including maintaining records and ordering parts through spare parts department
- Liaising with office staff to ensure correct billing and follow up of recommended action
- Ensuring the workshop is clean and tidy and operating in an efficient manner
- Continuous checks and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Relief management of the Queensland Ambulance Service vehicle maintenance: liaised with various stations within South East Queensland to maintain service schedules and call-outs on vehicle breakdowns.
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
Diesel Fitter
Stanbroke Feedlots
Chinchilla, Australia
05.2011 - 11.2015
- Diagnose and rectify faults on Caterpillar and Komatsu loaders
- Diagnose and rectify faults on International and Kenworth trucks
- Maintenance and breakdown repairs to mill, silo and heavy machinery
- General steel fabrication work
- Service and maintenance of small engines
- Administrative tasks such as maintaining records and ordering parts
- Liaising with managers and staff to carry out maintenance work while ensuring the feed lot maintained full capacity
- Providing support to both staff and management to ensure morale is kept as high as possible while continuing to provide best practice standards in sometimes high-stress situations.
- General maintenance of sheds, fencing, tractors and other small farm equipment such as motorbikes and quads Mig & Arc welding
- Management of staff, including training, conflict resolution, work performance evaluation, and mentoring, including standard operating procedures and workplace health and safety standards.
- Providing practical support to other units such as stockmen and delivery units as required
- Assisting as required for controlled burns and fire outbreaks.
- Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory
- Carried out general maintenance tasks on all aspects of the farm
- Informed supervisors when machines needed major work, carried out major work in strict planned time lines
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
- Examined protective guards, loose bolts and safety devices on trucks to make adjustments.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Used tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs.
- Checked safety features of vehicles to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Inspected vehicle components for signs of wear or damage before repairs were carried out.
- Managed stock control processes within the workshop environment.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, braking systems, fuel systems, hydraulic systems and other components.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts by welding repairs
- Installed new parts to replace worn or damaged components.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Landscape Laborer
T&H Levai / Playforce Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 03.2011
- Subcontracted to carry out operations for Queensland Parks and Wildlife including track repair, installation of signage, maintenance of fire breaks, preparing and carrying out controlled burns
- Operating machinery such as Skid steer loaders, excavator, rollers and tractors
- Laying turf & concreting
- Dismantling and rebuilding playgrounds
- Identification, handling, and planting of flora; construction of retaining walls.
- Reading and carrying out plans of a wide range of operations
- Truck driving - tippers, flat bed and water trucks
- Machine maintenance
- Chainsaw operations
- Supervision and training of new staff members, including standard operating procedures and workplace health and safety standards
- Coordinating a crew with multiple employees
- Chemical control of weed species
- Attendance of training workshops to update skills and knowledge base
- Liaising with contractors and local governments ensuring a comprehensive briefing was given explaining the job requirements and that work was of a high quality and completed in an expeditious manner
- Liaising with members of the general public
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Spread fertilizers over ground covers and plants to promote growth.
- Cut down dead trees safely using appropriate tools like chainsaws.
- Loaded debris into trucks for disposal at designated landfill sites.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
HMP Constructions
Brisbane, QLD
03.2008 - 02.2010
- Company Overview: Went into receivership & closed
- Rebuilding major components on a variety of mining equipment including dump trucks (mainly CAT 789 &773), dozers (mainly CAT D10 & D11) and service trucks
- Disassemble and reassembling of mobile plant machinery
- Cleaning of parts
- Maintain a clean and tidy workshop
- Preserving accurate records
- Adhering to opening and closing of workshop procedures
- Loading trucks using safe manual handling techniques, as well as machinery.
- Painting rebuilt components
- Testing of rebuilt components/dyno testing
- Use of computer systems to access parts
- Breakdown assembly and disassembly
- Diagnose faults
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
McNae Contracting
10.2009 - 02.2010
- Field service work
- Servicing a variety of smaller mining equipment, such as dozers, excavators, front-end loaders, and dump trucks.
- Weekly checks and maintenance of equipment
- Rebuilding components
- Diagnose faults and rectify
- Accurate record keeping
- Machine track maintenance
- Reviewed customer complaints and identified root causes of problems before performing repairs.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues in order to complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones.
- Lubricated moving parts and drove repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
Education
Mechanical Engineering
Chisholm Catholic Collage
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- HR Truck License - Open
- Bobcat Ticket
- Excavator Ticket
- Front End Loader Ticket
- C6 crane ticket
- Vehicle Loading Crane Ticket (
- Underground Induction (Glencore)
- Confined Space
- Current CPR Certificate
- Provide first aid
- Surface Induction (Glencore)
- Working at heights
- Riggers and doggers
- Level II Playground Safety Inspector
- Industry specific software
- Equipment problem resolution
- Basic computer skills
- Strong mechanical aptitudes
- Machine servicing
- Dependable and reliable
- Workshop and Field experience
- Preventative and reparative maintenance
- Inspections procedures
- Skilled in a wide variety of mechanical aspects
- Documentation
- Strong mechanical skills
- MIG and Stick Welding
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Fast Learner
- Self-motivated
- Good multitasker
- Works well independently
- Strong team player
- Supervisory experience
References
Will Kempson (Fitter)
0477771068
Dinesh Ratnam (Enginer glencore copper smelter)
0407990914
Timeline
Tech Officer/ Leading Hand
Cava contracting (contracted to Glencore)
10.2023 - Current
Workshop Service Technician
Cava contracting
12.2022 - 10.2023
Fitter
Mount Isa Mines
07.2019 - 12.2022
Machine Operator / Playground Tech
Playforce
02.2017 - 06.2019
Diesel Mechanic
Daimler Trucks
11.2015 - 02.2017
Diesel Fitter
Stanbroke Feedlots
05.2011 - 11.2015
Landscape Laborer
T&H Levai / Playforce Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 03.2011
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
McNae Contracting
10.2009 - 02.2010
Apprentice Diesel Fitter
HMP Constructions
03.2008 - 02.2010
Mechanical Engineering
Chisholm Catholic Collage
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