Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Skills Summary
References
Hobbies and Interests
Cards And Licenses
Career Statement
Timeline
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Thor Flanagan

Quinalow,Australia

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Mechanical Maintenance Fitter with extensive experience at Condamine Drilling. Proven ability in fault-finding and diagnostics, coupled with strong problem-solving skills. Committed to health and safety, I excel in teamwork and thrive on challenges, ensuring high-quality standards and operational efficiency in every project.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Fitter and Turner/ welder

Drowseys Engineering
Dalby
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Fitting and turning/ welding, line boring cat d11 and d10 track frames, operating lathe and mills drills to job up components Welding Bering Surfaces. And machining Too small tolerances

Leading Hand Fitter and Turner

OBADARE group
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Communicated effectively with team members to resolve operational challenges.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
  • Coordinated workflow between departments to optimize production efficiency.

Machinist Fitter

Allegiant solutions
Dalby
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Machine threads on pipe fit couplings
  • Loud and unload lathe machining casings products
  • Forklift truck

Trade Qualified Mechanical Maintenance Fitter/ Turner/Machinist

CONDAMINE DRILLING (ENGINEERING & PUMP SERVICES)
01.2007 - 01.2023
  • Install and repair equipment such as, but not limited to, direct and indirect drive systems; piping systems; pumps; brakes and clutches; hydraulic power units; pneumatic systems; gearboxes; valves and associated fittings; conveyors; and lubrication systems.
  • Machining/Fabrication of replacement components, threading, and turning.
  • Undertake preventative maintenance programs and condition reporting.
  • Fault-finding and diagnostics on fixed or mobile equipment
  • Adherence to workplace health and safety procedures
  • Interpret and apply technical drawings
  • Assist in training of apprentices

Full time C12 Trades Assistant

SOUTHERN CROSS PUMPING & IRRIGATION
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Provide General labouring support to trade qualified staff
  • Operate machinery in the process of manufacturing pumps, wind mills, tanks
  • Undertake preventative maintenance programs
  • Work place health & safety representative
  • Operate mig, tig, arc, oxy acetylene welders and plasma cutting equipment as well as die grinders, cutoff saws and grinders
  • Perform general machining and basic lathe operations; operate power hacksaws, band saws, bench drill, radial arm drill, slotters, and balancers.
  • Discontinuance: Actively sought trade apprenticeship in fitting and turning elsewhere due to general absence of training opportunities with this employer.

Sales Representative progressing to Team Leader

The Cobra Group Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
01.1997 - 01.2002
  • Sales and marketing of telecommunication equipment and services
  • Staff training and motivation
  • Discontinuance: Geographical relocation

Education

Certificate 4 - Engineering Mechanical Trade Maintenance Fitting and Turning Pathway

Outsource Institute of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
01.2018

Certificate III - Engineering-Mechanical Trade (Maintenance) Fitting and/or Turning Pathway

TAFE QLD
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2010

Certificate I - Engineering Construction Manufacturing in Computer Aided Drafting And Spreadsheets 1 & 2

Tafe QLD
Toowoomba, QLD

Year 11 -

St Joseph's College
Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Skills

  • Manual dexterity
  • Cooperative attitude
  • Lateral thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • Teamwork
  • Strong work ethic
  • Loyalty
  • Communication
  • Commitment to health and safety
  • Positive attitude
  • Self-motivation
  • Team motivation
  • Enjoying challenges

Skills Summary

High level of manual dexterity, Cooperative attitude towards workplace relationships, Lateral thinking/problem-solving ability, Adaptable, Punctual, Reliable, Strong work ethic, Loyalty to the company, Experience as the Workplace Health and Safety representative at Southern Cross Tyco demonstrates both my ability to communicate well with people of all ages and status, and my commitment to health and safety within the working environment., Highly positive attitude, Self-motivated, Enjoy motivating team members, Relish personal and team challenges

References

  • Ben Scott, Machine shop manager, Condamine drilling group, 0407699442
  • Greg Stenzel, Leading hand, 2 IC, Ex Condamine Drilling Employee, 46354774, 0447075335
  • Bill Drowsy, Owner and manager, Drowseys Engineering Services, 0427583863
  • Craig Fisher, Managing Director, OBADARE GROUP, 0488363155

Hobbies and Interests

  • NRL National Rugby League
  • Theater and movies
  • Drawing and sketching

Cards And Licenses

  • Cpcwhs1001 white card, QLD
  • Forklift License, LF
  • Queensland drivers licence, open class c and REL

Career Statement

I committed to using my Certificate four Qualified as a Mechanical Fitter and Turner, to further my extensive experience and skill as a leading hand supervising training and mentoring Laborers. Apprentice and trades people alike in the manufacturing and machining of Turned and milled components as I am very passionate about the furthering the trade it's self and passing on my knowledge to people who wish to pursue this trade as Fitter and Turner/ Machinist alike. In the Australian manufacturing industry. I have gained a wide range of skills and knowledge, over the past 22 years These include working on specialist jobs for the food equipment/ plant and processing industry I, drill mining energy sector as well as the broader agricultural industry. I wish to further my career, and to hone my skills as a trades man how leads by example and inspire other's to reach their potential. That I have already gained a lot of hands on cnc experience in my career at Condamine drilling machine shop and engineering services leading hand.

Timeline

Fitter and Turner/ welder

Drowseys Engineering
01.2024 - 01.2025

Leading Hand Fitter and Turner

OBADARE group
01.2023 - 03.2024

Machinist Fitter

Allegiant solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024

Trade Qualified Mechanical Maintenance Fitter/ Turner/Machinist

CONDAMINE DRILLING (ENGINEERING & PUMP SERVICES)
01.2007 - 01.2023

Full time C12 Trades Assistant

SOUTHERN CROSS PUMPING & IRRIGATION
01.2003 - 01.2007

Sales Representative progressing to Team Leader

The Cobra Group Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 01.2002

Certificate 4 - Engineering Mechanical Trade Maintenance Fitting and Turning Pathway

Outsource Institute of Technology

Certificate III - Engineering-Mechanical Trade (Maintenance) Fitting and/or Turning Pathway

TAFE QLD

Certificate I - Engineering Construction Manufacturing in Computer Aided Drafting And Spreadsheets 1 & 2

Tafe QLD

Year 11 -

St Joseph's College
Thor Flanagan