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Paul Tuckwell

Bunyah,NSW

Summary

  • I am currently in transition from the Farm to Taree. I am looking to close my business and enjoy a new challenge working in my local area.
  • I am probably best described as a versatile jack of all trades, as can be seen I have a wide range of experience & knowledge in many aspects and have a proven ability to adapt to a wide range of roles.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Working Director

SWIVCO SERVICES PTY LTD
Bunyah, NSW
01.2003 - Current
  • Subcontracting to companies such as Austral Refrigeration, McAlpine Hussmann, McMillan Refrigeration, Faircloth & Reynolds, Alliance, Frigrite and Emerson.
  • Installation of HFC and transcritical CO2 supermarket refrigeration
  • Installation/refurbishment of commercial HVAC systems - Installation of refrigerated farming equipment
  • Service commercial HVAC/R equipment
  • Commissioning of supermarket refrigeration.

Casual Small Engines Mechanic

Forster Mowers and Chainsaws
Forster, NSW
12.2023 - 11.2024
  • Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
  • Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
  • Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Engaged with customers to determine automotive requirements and communicate vehicular defects or problems.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
  • Assessed vehicles or machinery to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
  • Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.

Casual AME

Pays Airservices
Scone, NSW
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned components according to established procedures.
  • Checked aircraft safety and compliance with flight regulations and company requirements.
  • Documented all tasks completed during maintenance operations in order to maintain an accurate record of services rendered.
  • Interpreted blueprints and diagrams related to aircraft components when making repairs or replacements.
  • Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance inspections to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Reported issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel.

Supervisor/ Commissioner

McAlpine Hussmann Refrigeration
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Supervise teams in the installation / refurbishment of supermarket refrigeration equipment
  • Programming of Emerson & Danfoss control systems
  • Commissioning of HFC & CO2 supermarkets
  • Documentation and organisation of as-built files
  • Surveying and tendering of potential projects
  • Training co-workers in emerging refrigeration technology
  • Provision of technical advice to service/ installation mechanics as well as subcontractors throughout NSW.

HVAC/ Refrigeration Trades Teacher (Part-Time)

South Western Institute of TAFE
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Teaching both apprentices and post trade students practical and theory in modular subjects for the Refrigeration and Air- conditioning trades course.

Account Manager

Barserv Technologies
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Sales, design and project management for installation of beverage supply systems (primarily beer) in the hospitality industry.
  • Engineering and project management of refrigeration systems for beverage cooling and food storage.
  • Preparation of tenders, drawings, wiring diagrams and job costing and project management.

Operations Manager / Engineer

Austral Refrigeration (ACS Division)
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • Oversight of NSW service and installation operations.
  • Handling customer relations, cost and account management.
  • National design and engineering of commercial refrigeration/HVAC systems.
  • Preparation of electrical schematics and control wiring diagrams.
  • Provision of technical support for service mechanics.

Senior Supermarket Refrigeration Installation Mechanic

Austral Refrigeration
01.1992 - 01.1997
  • Installation of refrigeration plant to Supermarkets
  • On site project supervision and liaison with site builder, project manager and client
  • Scheduling equipment and transportation
  • Control of onsite labour and contractors

Casual Electrician

Greg Daly Electrical
06.1990 - 01.1992
  • Wiring of new residential homes, commercial maintenance and break down service

Subcontract Refrigeration Mechanic

Cue Refrigeration
06.1990 - 01.1992
  • Commercial refrigeration installations and service of clubs, bars, kitchens etc

Casual Fitter

Storey and Keers Ship Repairs
06.1990 - 01.1992
  • Repair and rebuild of pumps, compressors, diesel generators, refrigeration plants on ships and other maritime areas

Refrigeration Sales Engineer

Danfoss Australia
01.1990 - 06.1990
  • Engineering and sales of commercial and industrial refrigeration products

Service and Installation Refrigeration Mechanic

Channon Refrigeration
01.1986 - 01.1990
  • Installation and service of hotel and club refrigeration, Ice machines, Liquor dispensers, reticulated glycol and Temprite systems.

Service Mechanic

Carrier air-conditioning
01.1985 - 01.1986
  • Repair of residential, commercial and high-rise air-conditioning plant

Apprentice Refrigeration Mechanic

Department of Defence
01.1981 - 01.1985
  • Refrigeration repairs to ship and land-based refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
  • 6 months of training in fitting and machining as part of my apprenticeship.

Education

Certificate II - Aircraft Maintenance -

TAFE NSW
Newcastle, NSW
12-2023

Diploma - HVAC/R Engineering -

Granville TAFE
Sydney, NSW
01.1999

HVAC Application Engineering -

Sydney TAFE
Sydney, NSW
01.1986

Certificate III - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration -

Sydney Technical College
Sydney, NSW
01.1984

School Certificate -

Gymea High School
Sydney, NSW
01.1980

Skills

  • Training & Supervising
  • Project Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Computer Skills
  • Diverse Mechanical Knowledge
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • HVAC/R Design & Installation
  • PLC Programming
  • Electrical Wiring & Testing
  • Welding
  • Customer service

References

  • Alliance Refrigeration: Steve McDuff (Director) - 042200948
  • Diamond Refrigeration: Aaron Scruse (Director) - 0421254682
  • Faircloth & Reynolds: Lyndon Wait (Project Manager) - 0419629568
  • Emerson: Bill Davis (Project Manager) - 0458119433
  • Forster Mowers: Warren Wicks - 6554 6935

Timeline

Casual Small Engines Mechanic

Forster Mowers and Chainsaws
12.2023 - 11.2024

Casual AME

Pays Airservices
06.2023 - 12.2023

Working Director

SWIVCO SERVICES PTY LTD
01.2003 - Current

Supervisor/ Commissioner

McAlpine Hussmann Refrigeration
01.2001 - 01.2003

HVAC/ Refrigeration Trades Teacher (Part-Time)

South Western Institute of TAFE
01.2000 - 01.2001

Account Manager

Barserv Technologies
01.2000 - 01.2001

Operations Manager / Engineer

Austral Refrigeration (ACS Division)
01.1997 - 01.2000

Senior Supermarket Refrigeration Installation Mechanic

Austral Refrigeration
01.1992 - 01.1997

Casual Electrician

Greg Daly Electrical
06.1990 - 01.1992

Subcontract Refrigeration Mechanic

Cue Refrigeration
06.1990 - 01.1992

Casual Fitter

Storey and Keers Ship Repairs
06.1990 - 01.1992

Refrigeration Sales Engineer

Danfoss Australia
01.1990 - 06.1990

Service and Installation Refrigeration Mechanic

Channon Refrigeration
01.1986 - 01.1990

Service Mechanic

Carrier air-conditioning
01.1985 - 01.1986

Apprentice Refrigeration Mechanic

Department of Defence
01.1981 - 01.1985

Certificate II - Aircraft Maintenance -

TAFE NSW

Diploma - HVAC/R Engineering -

Granville TAFE

HVAC Application Engineering -

Sydney TAFE

Certificate III - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration -

Sydney Technical College

School Certificate -

Gymea High School
Paul Tuckwell