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THOMAS GRANT

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Hardworking and highly skilled HD Mechanic with extensive experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing various equipment. Excels in completing planned and unplanned repairs, preventive maintenance, and specialized rebuilds. Demonstrates proficiency in fault finding and conducting field service repairs on Heavy Plant machinery. Prioritizes safety by adhering to safe work procedures, company and OEM guidelines, and efficiently executing tasks in a secure manner. Collaborates effectively as a valuable team member, fostering a positive work environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HD Fitter Western Ridge Crusher

SCJV (CPB Sedgeman JV)
Newman, WA
05.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with safe work practices.
  • Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the breakdown and repair processes.
  • Troubleshot complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic sustem issues, developing effective solutions that minimized disruptions to project timelines.
  • Executed both minor and substantial component swaps.
  • Maintained operational efficiency by resolving hydraulic, electrical and mechanical breakdowns in heavy-duty machinery.

HD Fitter

CPB Contractors
Paraburdoo, WA
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty mobile plant.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

BSA Earthmoving Repairs
Laverton, VIC
01.2018 - 07.2023

Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic diagnose and repair both in workshop and out in the field. Hydraulic cylinder, engine and excavator final drive rebuilds + MIG and ARC welding repairs. Parts ordering/interpretation and staff organisation. Communicating with Key Clients.

Operations Support and Logistics Coordinator

Applus RTD
Williamstown, VIC
09.2016 - 03.2018

Dispatching shipments of various equipment and dangerous goods local and interstate. Creating PO's and PR's using SAP. On site Confined space work in the oil and gas industry

Yardman / Forklift Driver

ITI Timber Distribution
Newport, VIC
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty mobile plant.

Education

Certificate III Mobile Plant Technology -

ASG (Australian Skills Group)
NSW
05.2024

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC
2022

Nayland College
Nelson, NZ
2007

Skills

  • Field Service Breakdowns
  • Engine, Hydraulic Rebuilds
  • Diesel Engine Diagnose And Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Diagnose And Repair
  • Transmission Diagnose And Repair
  • Electrical Test And Repair
  • Electrical and Mechanical Schematics
  • Plant Maintenance
  • Welding Equipment
  • Safety Focused
  • Staff Management
  • Team Leading

Certification

  • Certificate III Heavy Commercial Vehivle Mechanical Technology.
  • Certificate III Mobile Plant Technology
  • VET Transcript for all other Certificates and Qualifications available upon request

Timeline

HD Fitter Western Ridge Crusher

SCJV (CPB Sedgeman JV)
05.2024 - Current

HD Fitter

CPB Contractors
07.2023 - 05.2024

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

BSA Earthmoving Repairs
01.2018 - 07.2023

Operations Support and Logistics Coordinator

Applus RTD
09.2016 - 03.2018

Yardman / Forklift Driver

ITI Timber Distribution
10.2015 - 09.2016

Certificate III Mobile Plant Technology -

ASG (Australian Skills Group)

Certificate III - Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Kangan Institute

Nayland College
THOMAS GRANT