Peter Jones
Perth
Summary
Skilled professional ready to excel in leadership role with focus on results-driven performance. Proven ability to streamline operations and foster team collaboration to achieve organisational goals. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing demands while maintaining high standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
BHP
06.2025 - Current
- Supervise maintenance operations across Newman, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Manage multiple contracts, budgets, and vendors, delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Championed process improvement initiatives using Lean principles, streamlining maintenance workflows and reducing downtime.
- Designed and facilitated improvement workshops to enhance cross-team collaboration and safety outcomes.
- Partnered with senior management to implement system and performance improvements across Newman Operations.
- Lead and mentor a team of direct reports, fostering technical development, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
- Mentor and lead direct reports, fostering technical capability and high-performance culture.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring regulatory and workplace compliance.
- Lead troubleshooting and rapid-response activities, minimising production impact.
- Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to optimise infrastructure performance.
Director & Owner
Local Plumbing Services WA
04.2023 - 12.2025
- Founded and manage a small plumbing business providing residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing services in Newman, WA.
- Oversee all aspects of business operations, including staffing, scheduling, client relations, procurement, and financial management.
- Deliver specialist plumbing services, including water filtration systems, maintenance programs, and emergency repairs.
- Develop marketing strategies and community partnerships to grow client base and reputation in the local area.
- Manage contracts, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work complies with Australian plumbing standards and safety regulations.
- Maintain quality control, client satisfaction, and compliance documentation while balancing responsibilities alongside BHP operations.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to optimise service delivery, job scheduling, and resource utilisation.
- Implemented new systems and processes to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction
Plumbing Coordinator
BHP
10.2021 - 06.2025
- Directed plumbing operations across remote mine sites, ensuring compliance with BHP safety and quality standards.
- Scheduled and coordinated multiple teams, optimising workforce efficiency and minimising downtime.
- Implemented preventative maintenance for water systems and pipelines, reducing emergency repairs.
- Conducted inspections, audits, and troubleshooting to maintain operational efficiency and compliance.
- Supervised contractors and vendors, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Mentored staff in technical skills and safety practices, building team capability and accountability.
- Championed process improvement initiatives using Lean principles, streamlining maintenance workflows and reducing downtime.
- Partnered with senior management to implement system and performance improvements across Newman Operations
- Led rapid-response initiatives for plumbing failures, safeguarding production schedules.
- Collaborated with engineers and site managers to deliver effective solutions in high-pressure environments.
Plumber, Infrastructure Department
BHP
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Installed and maintained water and plumbing systems across Newman infrastructure.
- Conducted preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to minimise downtime.
- Supported planning and scheduling of site works to optimise workforce efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot complex plumbing failures.
- Maintained accurate maintenance logs, compliance records, and safety documentation for audits and reporting.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols, site regulations, and BHP operational procedures.
- Supported installation of new infrastructure projects, including water treatment systems, pipelines, and plumbing upgrades.
Plumber - Housing Department
BHP
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Delivered plumbing services for residential housing, ensuring compliance with Australian standards.
- Responded to tenant maintenance requests and emergency issues, maintaining satisfaction levels.
- Installed and maintained water filtration, hot water systems, and sanitary fittings.
- Trained and supported junior plumbers and apprentices in safety and technical practices.
Plumber
Quality Plumbing & Building Contractors
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Delivered plumbing services for residential housing contracts across NT communities.
- Carried out preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to ensure safe and reliable services.
- Coordinated with contractors and project managers to meet timelines and compliance standards.
Plumber & Gas engineer
CS Boxall UK
10.2009 - 03.2012
- Installed and maintained plumbing and gas systems across residential and commercial projects.
- Supervised apprentices, ensuring safe, compliant, and on-time project delivery.
- Responded to emergency call-outs and preventative maintenance to sustain client satisfaction.
Education
Certificate III - Plumbing
Challenger Institute of Technology
01.2014
NVQ Level 2 - Domestic Plumbing & Heating
Cardiff & Vale College
Certificate IV - Contractors Licence Business, Sanitary & Drainage
North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA01-2018
Skills
- Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise in maintenance planning, infrastructure systems, and asset reliability across Newman Operations
- Leadership & Management: Team Supervision, Workforce Planning, Training & Mentorship, Contractor & Vendor Coordination, Continuous Improvement (BOS, BHP Operating systems, Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC)
- Safety & Compliance: Site Safety Audits, Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Emergency Response, Regulatory Compliance (BHP & Industry Standards)
- Business & Project Delivery: Client Relationship Management, Budgeting & Resource Allocation, Project Execution, Process Improvement & Cost Control, Process Optimisation & Performance Improvement
- Operational Excellence: Preventative Maintenance, Equipment Troubleshooting, Workflow Optimisation, Stakeholder Collaboration, Engagement & Change Leadership, Partnered with senior management to implement system and performance improvements across Newman Operations
Accomplishments
Sole Trader finalist at the Newman Business Excellence Awards 2025 - Local Plumbing Services WA
Certification
- CONTRACTORS LICENCE FOR BUSINESS, COLD & HOT WATER SERVICES, SANITARY & DRAINAGE – TAFE WA, 2018
- CERTIFICATE III IN PLUMBING (CPC32412) – Challenger Institute of Technology, 2014
- C CLASS DRIVERS LICENCE & HR LICENCE AUTO
- WORKING AT HEIGHTS
- FIRST AID & CPR
- WHITE CARD
- PLUMBER’S CONTRACTOR LICENCE
- PLUMBING LICENCE
- CONFINED SPACES
- EWP LICENCE
- BHP INDUCTED
- S26 - APPOINTED SUPERVISOR
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
BHP
06.2025 - Current
Director & Owner
Local Plumbing Services WA
04.2023 - 12.2025
Plumbing Coordinator
BHP
10.2021 - 06.2025
Plumber, Infrastructure Department
BHP
03.2019 - 10.2021
Plumber - Housing Department
BHP
12.2016 - 03.2019
Plumber
Quality Plumbing & Building Contractors
09.2013 - 10.2016
Plumber & Gas engineer
CS Boxall UK
10.2009 - 03.2012
NVQ Level 2 - Domestic Plumbing & Heating
Cardiff & Vale College
Certificate III - Plumbing
Challenger Institute of Technology
Certificate IV - Contractors Licence Business, Sanitary & Drainage
North Metropolitan TAFE