Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
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Paul Milsom

Oakey,QLD

Summary

Hardworking Mechanic skilled in resolving mechanical issues on diverse vehicles through troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Highly skilled and experienced engineer and experienced in operating farm equipment

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanic

Morgan Pastrol
04.2024 - Current
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.

Farmhand

Fulton-Kennedy Partnership
10.2021 - 04.2024
  • Operated machinery including spray rigs and planters and headers.
  • Addressed machinery breakdowns.
  • Performed welding tasks efficiently.

Dump Truck Driver

Programmed Skilled Workforce
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.

Cotton Picker Operator/ Odd Jobs

Calcott Farming
04.2020 - 08.2020

Managed cotton picker operations and resolved mechanical issues as necessary.

Resolved various mechanical problems.

Performed welding tasks as needed throughout the facility.

Farmhand Irrigation

Andrew Watson
10.2016 - 01.2020
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, planters and headers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
  • Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
  • Irrigated crops as required

Fabrication Welder

ITC
10.2014 - 10.2016
  • Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects by efficiently collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.

Farmhand

Avondale Ag
04.2011 - 10.2014
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences and other infrastructure necessary for successful operations.
  • Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted in irrigation of crops .
  • Assisted with planting of crops and harvesting of crops such as cotton , grain

Education

Statement Of Attainment - Poly Plastic Welding

Psah
09.2022

Licence - Telehandler

TSHA
08.2022

Certificate II - Engineering

TAFE NSW
NSW
12.2016

Licence - Forklift

National licence
03.2015

White Card -

Work Cover Nsw
08.2010

Statement Of Attainment - Ohs Construction Training

Terrys Training
07.2010

Licence - Front End Loader

Work Cover Nsw
02.2010

Statement Of Attainment - Confined Spaces

Allen’s Training
02.2005

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Workplace safety

References

Trevor Riley

Farm manager

0488434427


Larry Sturgess

Welding customer

0467427569

Timeline

Mechanic

Morgan Pastrol
04.2024 - Current

Farmhand

Fulton-Kennedy Partnership
10.2021 - 04.2024

Dump Truck Driver

Programmed Skilled Workforce
08.2020 - 10.2021

Cotton Picker Operator/ Odd Jobs

Calcott Farming
04.2020 - 08.2020

Farmhand Irrigation

Andrew Watson
10.2016 - 01.2020

Fabrication Welder

ITC
10.2014 - 10.2016

Farmhand

Avondale Ag
04.2011 - 10.2014

Statement Of Attainment - Poly Plastic Welding

Psah

Licence - Telehandler

TSHA

Certificate II - Engineering

TAFE NSW

Licence - Forklift

National licence

White Card -

Work Cover Nsw

Statement Of Attainment - Ohs Construction Training

Terrys Training

Licence - Front End Loader

Work Cover Nsw

Statement Of Attainment - Confined Spaces

Allen’s Training
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