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Rowan Sedgman

Albany Creek,QLD

Summary

I am a multiskilled tradesman with a high mechanical aptitude with experience in Fitting, machining, welding, motor mechanics, preventative maintenance, fault finding and breakdown work. I am adept at resolving mechanical and technical issues and finding solutions to complex problems.

I have experience as a Workshop manager in an Engineering workshop responsible for 30 staff of various skill levels and age groups.

I am an approachable and flexible person and have the ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment and to meet individual customers needs at short notice.

I am also a Certified Bicycle Mechanic with 20 years of experience providing expertise in repair, suspension and tuning, spoke wheel lacing and assembly operations. Attention to detail.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Bicycle Mechanic

TMB
03.2022 - Current
  • Serviced, maintained and repaired all types of mountain bikes, including Electric Bicycles with focus on efficiency, quality and safety.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive mechanical experience and a thorough understanding of the products and services.
  • I have developed and maintained strong working relationships with the various Sales Reps resulting in good deals and long term loyalty.
  • Mentor junior mechanics in proper repair techniques and best practices within the bicycle industry.

Car Restoration

Self-employeed
02.2002 - Current

Restore and rebuild Classic cars to showroom condition.

Panel repairs, reproduction of panels and parts.

General engineering - welding and fabrication,hydraulics and pneumatics.

Minor construction work including plumbing, cabinet making and fencing.

Teacher Aide

Education Queensland
02.2001 - 05.2017
  • Performed the maintenance on the machinery and equipment in the manual Arts Department including lathes, welders, milling machines and plastic forming machines.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Trained students on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
  • Working with Special Needs students to assist student understanding of complex technology concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples.
  • Managed workshop supply inventory by ordering tools and equipment and negotiating with vendors to secure competitive pricing and timely deliveries.

Education

TRADE - Bicycle Mechanic

TAFE Queensland
Bracken Ridge, QLD
11.2023

TRADE - Fitter And Turner

TAFE
Wangaratta
11.1988

Skills

  • Light Engineering and design
  • Restoring and rebuilding classic cars to show quality
  • Bike maintenance and repairs
  • Fabrication (light and heavy)
  • Spray Painting

Areas of interest

Competitive Cross Country Cycling

Restoring and rebuilding Street machine and Classic cars

Manufacture of Vintage car accessories.

Flying radio controlled model aircraft

Timeline

Bicycle Mechanic

TMB
03.2022 - Current

Car Restoration

Self-employeed
02.2002 - Current

Teacher Aide

Education Queensland
02.2001 - 05.2017

TRADE - Bicycle Mechanic

TAFE Queensland

TRADE - Fitter And Turner

TAFE
Rowan Sedgman