Patrick Ward

• Ensured quality control with meticulous inspection of completed work, addressing any discrepancies promptly.
• Delegated team assignments, reviewed work and set schedules to maintain optimal coverage of all mechanical needs.
• Contributed to process improvement initiatives by offering valuable insights based on extensive field experience.
• Reported on work progress to manager and incorporated feedback to maintain tight schedules.
• Lead daily pre-starts and ensure clarity on safety , quality, and work expectations.
• submit daily supervisor reports and update project planners and superintendents.
• liaise with clients and subcontractors on technical and minor contractual matters.
• Ensure completion of ITPs QA documents and workpacks
• Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Trained mechanical department personnel in procedures and safety requirements.
• Streamlined workflow processes for improved operational efficiency, leading teams in various projects.
• Supervised installation of different types of mechanical equipment, keeping work in line with drawings and specifications.
• Delivered successful projects on time and within budget through diligent planning and effective resource management.

• Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
• conduct repairs to unit 4 callide c, after generator explosion. including repairs to cooling water systems. steam drums, valves piping , motors and pumps.
• Coordinated installation of systems, machinery, and components.
• Trained and supervised mechanical engineering technicians in installation and maintenance of equipment.
• Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.

shutdown scope work at orica newcastle

• Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
• Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
• repairs to heat exchangers valves and associated piping.
• Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
• Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.

• Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
• Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
• Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
• Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards
• Repairs under shutdown scope PA,FD,ID and seal air fans
• including alignment .resealing bearing replacement, gearbox overhaul. flange management.

. shutdown scope repairs of valves spiral casing, hydraulics ans piping at copeton dam hydro elaectric power station.

• Reduced downtime by diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues efficiently.
• Achieved cost savings with the proactive identification of potential maintenance issues before they escalated into costly repairs or replacements.
• Prepared reports and documentation for mechanical systems and processes.
• Completed detailed inspections of electrical and mechanical components to identify issues.
• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.

. repairs to high pressure steam valves and associated piping at millmerran power station under shutdown scope.

• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for shutdown project.
• Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
• Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of valves.
• Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
• Followed optimum preventative maintenance plans for complex mechanical systems.
• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.

.inspections repairs and replacement , under shutdown scope. of steam drums valves heat exchangers.

. flange management.

• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
• Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
• Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.

. conduct repairs to seal air, PA,FD.and ID fans. as per scope at eraring power station.

. flange management.

allignement of motors etc.

• Collaborated with engineers for the successful installation of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
• Streamlined workflows through consistent communication with team members regarding work orders, progress updates, and potential challenges.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in root cause analysis efforts aimed at identifying recurring mechanical failures or inefficiencies.
• Enhanced operational efficiency by calibrating tools, instruments, and equipment according to specifications.
• Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.

complete repairs under shutdown scope at hydro electric power station at copeton dam.

. refurbish large id butterfly valve.

. repair various water valves.

repairs to hydraulics and generator

• Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Demonstrated expertise using various hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments for accurate job execution.
• Carefully reviewed project blueprints before starting work and addressed any concerns with supervisors.
• Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.

complete shutdown repairs on cooling water system at stanwell power station. including pump repair and allignment.

heat exchanger cleaning plugging. testing and resealing.

• Completed projects on schedule through diligent time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
• Assisted in training junior mechanical fitters on proper techniques, fostering effective teamwork and skill development within the department.
• Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
• Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.

. remove repair and replace high pressure steam valves.

• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
• Provided reliable support for emergency breakdowns, minimizing production delays and losses due to unplanned downtime.
• Documented all completed jobs meticulously in accordance with company policies to ensure accurate record-keeping for future reference or audits purposes.
• Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.

• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Conduct work in safe and efficient manner

. complete work packs and itp`s to client specifications.

• Maintained a clean work environment by following established housekeeping procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring worker safety.
• Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.

• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
• Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
• Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
• Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance approaches.
• Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.
• Investigated equipment failures to diagnose faulty operation and made appropriate maintenance recommendations.
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Assembled machines for equipment repairs.
• Examined parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.

• Built underground directional drill rig.
• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
• Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
• Planned, produced and assembled new or changed mechanical parts for products such as industrial machinery.

• Valve replacements, plan management and new installations.
• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
• Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
• Followed detailed maintenance and operational schedules to complete projects and keep vehicles functioning.
• Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventive maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
• Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.

• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognise defects and determine appropriate repairs.
• Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
• Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.
• Planned, produced and assembled new or changed mechanical parts for products such as industrial machinery.

• Strip and rebuild coal mining equipment, including: Longhaul development, roof supports, shuttle cars, continuous miners and road headers.
• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Determined project procedures and specifications by following instructions and blueprints.
• Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and prepared system reports.
• Planned, produced and assembled new or changed mechanical parts for products such as industrial machinery.
• Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.

• Valve replacements, Plan management and new installations.
• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.

• Strip and rebuild of coal mining equipment including: Longhaul development, roof supports, shuttle cars, continuos miners and shuttle cars.
• Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
• Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
• Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.

• Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
• Gearbox overhaul
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.

• Pipe fitting, Flange management, Strip and overhaul Fans, Burners, Dampers, Re-headers, Steam drums, Condensors, Air heaters and Mills.
• Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
• Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.

• Rebuilt, repaired or replaced hydraulic pumps and cylinders
• Read and understand technical documentation in order to complete accurate repairs
• Removed and installed new hoses and components on equipment
• Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands
• Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished work pieces
• Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
• Used schematic diagrams to plan work

• Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
• Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools
• Collaborated with relative teams and departments to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations
• Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
• Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
• Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands
• Assessed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations
• Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
• Applied troubleshooting and diagnostics abilities to assess repair and maintenance needs
• Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
• Used schematic diagrams to plan work
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished work pieces
• Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.

• Followed standards and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
• Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment.Read and interpreted drawings, plans and specifications to complete projects accurately
• Operated unique equipment such as pneumatic hammers
• Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces
• Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
• Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
• Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands
• Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.

• Pump valve and cylinder overhaul
• Installed, configured and tested equipment on specialized platforms
• Analyzed and evaluated performance and optimized efficiency
• Continually improved methods and procedures for processes, measurement, documenting and work flow techniques
• Performed service work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, air conditioning systems and transmissions
• Informed supervisors when machines needed major service
• Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms
• Repaired and replaced hoses, brackets, belts and other components
• Completed repairs and new installations to correct issues and upgrade systems
• Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
• Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment
• Performed basic machine set up
• Followed company procedures to maintain a work environment in a neat and orderly condition
• Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
• Met production goals by maintaining cost-effective levels of spare parts inventory
• Employed a wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
• Followed standards and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
• Used schematic diagrams to plan work
• Ensured proper installations through the accurate reading of blueprints
• Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner
• Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces
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• Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how the installation was to be performed
• Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine the best methods for remediation
• Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms
• Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do the same
• Fitted and assembled instrument parts
• Reviewed the finished equipment to ensure that it had been accurately fitted and assembled
• Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
• Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
• Maintained positive relationships with all customers
• Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects
• Monitored inventory and reported items to be restocked for each job
• Performed basic machine set up
• Ensured timely response in picking and packing of reorders
• Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project
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• Used hoists and cranes to lift workpieces to the machine
• Ensured proper installations through the accurate reading of blueprints
• Met production goals by maintaining cost-effective levels of spare parts inventory
• Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance, and bay cleaning
• Used schematic diagrams to plan work
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces
• Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
• Operated a wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift, and basic hand tools

• Performed service work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, air conditioning systems and transmissions
• Utilized testing equipment and hand tools to diagnose problems
• Repaired and replaced hoses, brackets, belts and other components
• Maintained truck inventory and requested new supplies
• Completed repairs and new installations to correct issues and upgrade systems
• Employed a wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
• Met production goals by maintaining cost-effective levels of spare parts inventory
• Expertly utilized a wide range of tools for damage repair
• Used precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces
• Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
• Followed company procedures to maintain a work environment in a neat and orderly condition
• Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment
• Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
• Coordinated and monitored vendor maintenance for large repairs
• Ensured proper installations through the accurate reading of blueprints
• Performed basic machine set up
• Operated a wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift, and basic hand tools
• Used schematic diagrams to plan work
• Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
• Manufacture, service and repair Hi-Rail excavators, Land Cruiser trucks and assorted rail repair equipment
• Field service of earth-moving form, rail industrial and hydraulic equipment
• Supervise and instruct workshop personnel
• Prepare quotes
• Job costings
• Profit and loss.

• Created successful marketing and promotions plans that drove revenue growth
• Adhered to safety requirements with no complaints, incidents or accidents
• Optimized inventory levels to stay with current demand
• Repairs, design, and manufacture of all hydraulic equipment and all associated tasks
• Small business management
• Accounts and book-keeping

• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
• Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.

• Adhered to safe operating procedures, protecting personnel and assets while completing mining projects according to specifications.
• Recognized and independently corrected hazards and unsafe actions and conditions.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.