I Participate in Golf , Lawn Bowls and was involved in rowing for 26 years as a competitor and coach
Peter Ford
Altona North
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in structural maintenance and repair. Showcases expertise in blueprint interpretation, material fabrication, and precision assembly. Committed to fostering effective team collaboration, achieving tangible results, and seamlessly adapting to evolving project requirements for successful outcomes. Known for reliability and proficiency in utilizing advanced tools and techniques to consistently meet rigorous standards of structural integrity and safety.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
AME – Structures
Quickstep Aerospace
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Structural inspection and repairs and refit of V2500 thrust reverser, A330 Translating Cowls, engine intake cowls, Common Nozzle Assemblies and flaps as per CMM, SRM criteria and engineering dispositions
Sheet metal worker
ARA / Cbros
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Manufacture and assembly of the following products
- Blast and Bullet Resistant Doors and Windows, Anti Bandit Screens / Shutters And ATM Anti-Theft Devices
- Interpret engineering drawings
- Using hand tools and machinery such as Tape measure, drop and hack saws, Angle grinders, guillotines, folders, Mig welder, hand pedestal drills and rivet guns, ratchets and spanners, metal snips and screwdrivers
Duct Fixer
Haden Engineering
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Installation of air-conditioning duct on commercial properties
- Interpret engineering drawings
- Using hand tools such as: Tape measure, drop and hack saws, angle grinders, hand drills, Hammer drill and Pop rivet guns, ratchet and spanners, metal snips and screwdrivers
AME- Structures
Avalon
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Company Overview: Tenix Sea Sentinel Project
- Conducted structural modification on the P3 Orion Aircraft for the RAAF
- Interpret engineering drawings and Engineering orders
- Use of Steel rules, Vernier calipers / height gauges, hack saws, angle grinders, guillotines, folders, metal snips, screwdrivers hand / pedestal drills and pop and pneumatic rivet guns, ratchet, and spanners
- Tenix Sea Sentinel Project
Senior Cell Member / QA 3rd Party Verifier / Sheet metal Worker
Boeing Hawker De Havilland
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Supervision within immediate cell
- Monitor and Achieve schedule within cell
- Conducted the following quality functions
- First article and company conformance
- Non-conformance and corrective action reports
- Perform product audits
- Hardness and conductivity testing to customer specs
- Manufacture and Correction of sheet metal components
1st Class SMW / Duct Fixer
Tenix Shipbuilding
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Conducted fit out of compartments and installation of air-conditioning duct work throughout the ANZAC Class Frigates
- Interpret engineering drawings
- Using hand tools and machinery such as: Tape measure, drop and hack saws, angle grinders, guillotines, folders, Mig welder, hand and pedestal drills and pop rivet guns, ratchet and spanners, metal snips and screwdrivers
AME – Structures
Associated Airlines
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Company Overview: (CONTRACT)
- Conducted structural repair and maintenance on Gulfstream, Canadair and F27 Aircrafts as required
- (CONTRACT)
AME – Structures
Ansett Airlines
01.1994 - 12.1994
- Company Overview: (CONTRACT)
- Conducted structural repair and maintenance on Boeing 727 VH – RMN Check 8 Layup
- (CONTRACT)
1st Class SMW
Modulex Signs
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Conducted manufacturing and assembly of a variety of signage systems
1st Class Aircraft Sheet metal Worker
Hawker De Havilland
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Conducted fabrication and correction of sheet metal components
- Conducted Quality assurance functions on various projects
AME – Structures
Ansett Airlines
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Conducted structural repairs and maintenance on Ansett Fleet of Boeing 727,767 and 737 Fokker F28 and F50, Bae 146 and Airbus A320 aircraft
1st Class Aircraft Sheet metal Worker / NDT Technician
Govt. Aircraft Factories
01.1976 - 01.1986
- Successfully completed Apprenticeship (1976-1979)
- Experimental Department involved in Fabrication of sheet metal components for aircraft modification and prototype aircraft prior to acceptance for production
- 2 years in Non-Destructive testing were carried out ultrasonic and radiographic testing on F/A18 components and Assemblies
Education
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety BSB51307
CEPUTEC
Melbourne, VICTrade Certificate with Proficiency -
RMIT
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment TAE40110
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC09-2014
Skills
- Computer literate
- Quality Assurance
- Parts assembly
- Tool operation
- Analytical
- Problem solving
- Adaptable
- Ability to learn new skills
- Aircraft maintenance
- Structural repairs
- Critical thinking
- Precision measurement
Workreferees
- Michael Stahl, Production Manager, Quickstep Aerospace Services, 0422971784
- Rob Dibdin, Production Supervisor, Quickstep Aerospace Services, 0417542789
- Terry Camilleri, Supervisor, ARA Manufacturing, 0427452602
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Lawn Bowls
- Fishing
- 26 years competitor / coach in the sport of Rowing
Vaccinationstatus
COVID – 19 TRIPLE VACCINATED
Interests
Timeline
AME – Structures
Quickstep Aerospace
01.2023 - 10.2024
Sheet metal worker
ARA / Cbros
11.2018 - 01.2023
Duct Fixer
Haden Engineering
01.2004 - 01.2005
AME- Structures
Avalon
01.2002 - 01.2004
Senior Cell Member / QA 3rd Party Verifier / Sheet metal Worker
Boeing Hawker De Havilland
01.1998 - 01.2002
1st Class SMW / Duct Fixer
Tenix Shipbuilding
01.1995 - 01.1998
AME – Structures
Associated Airlines
01.1994 - 01.1995
AME – Structures
Ansett Airlines
01.1994 - 12.1994
1st Class SMW
Modulex Signs
01.1993 - 01.1994
1st Class Aircraft Sheet metal Worker
Hawker De Havilland
01.1989 - 01.1993
AME – Structures
Ansett Airlines
01.1987 - 01.1989
1st Class Aircraft Sheet metal Worker / NDT Technician
Govt. Aircraft Factories
01.1976 - 01.1986
Trade Certificate with Proficiency -
RMIT
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety BSB51307
CEPUTEC
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment TAE40110
Victoria University
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