Paul Ryan
Atherton,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Officer with a proven track record at Carinya Home for the Aged, enhancing equipment reliability through effective preventative maintenance and problem-solving. Skilled in regulatory compliance and record keeping, I foster teamwork and adaptability, significantly reducing downtime and improving safety standards while training junior staff for consistent performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Officer
Carinya Home for the Aged
1 Mazlin Street Atherton Qld 4883
11.2006 - Current
- To provide quality care and services to our residents, with kindness and compassion
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular maintenance and inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance work completed, streamlining future repairs and reducing costs.
- Reduced downtime through preventative maintenance tasks and timely repairs.
- Collaborated with management to develop efficient maintenance schedules for optimal productivity.
- Interacted with employees to seek input on process and equipment improvement.
- Enhanced safety standards by ensuring all equipment was properly maintained and compliant with regulations.
- Used failure analysis techniques to identify and eliminate chronic problems.
- Conducted routine walk-throughs of facilities to identify potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Trained junior staff members on proper maintenance procedures, promoting consistency across the team.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical issues, optimizing machine performance and prolonging lifespan.
Outdoor Recreation Leader
Mungalli Falls
Junction Rd Millaa Millaa Qld 4883
02.1993 - 07.2005
- Evaluated the success of programs through participant feedback and adjusted future programming accordingly.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for seamless travel between activity locations.
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses to secure discounted rates on necessary equipment rentals.
- Implemented regular staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, address concerns, and share best practices in outdoor leadership techniques.
- Managed risk effectively, ensuring the safety of all participants during outdoor activities.
- Led groups on multi-day trips that taught essential wilderness survival skills while fostering appreciation for natural environments.
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Supervised groups of up to 100 children under age 15 from arrival through departure at end of day.
- Engaged participants in recreational activities and team-building exercises.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
Education
Cert2 Timber Fabricated Products
Qld Tafe
Cairns, QLD01-2005
Cert4 Outdoor Recreation
Qld Tafe
Cairns, QLD01-1994
High School Diploma -
Trinity Bay State High School
Cairns01-1984
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventative maintenance
- Regulatory compliance
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Dependable and consistent
Timeline
Maintenance Officer
Carinya Home for the Aged
11.2006 - Current
Outdoor Recreation Leader
Mungalli Falls
02.1993 - 07.2005
Cert2 Timber Fabricated Products
Qld Tafe
Cert4 Outdoor Recreation
Qld Tafe
High School Diploma -
Trinity Bay State High School