Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Tom Bayford

Tom Bayford

Dakabin,QLD

Summary

Recently qualified and passionate Coxswain with over 20 years of recreational experience abroad sail boats, power boats and Jet Ski.

I am looking for my first commercial position on a casual basis in the maritime industry.


My working history and skill set are testament to my ability to provide good work ethic, attention to detail and customer satisfaction.


I come with a willingness to learn, can do attitude and high level of professionalism.



Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Manager

JLR
08.2022 - Current
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Managed and led a team of technicians for optimal productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.
  • Improved workshop efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
  • Ensuring quality and customer experience is upheld to the highest standard by liaising with customers daily
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in workshop operations.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability within the team, leading to improved overall performance levels.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.

Workshop Manager

JLR
10.2014 - 06.2022
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Managed and led a team of technicians for optimal productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.
  • Implemented quality control measures that resulted in fewer product defects returned from customers.
  • Ensuring quality and customer experience is upheld to the highest standard by liaising with customers daily
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in workshop operations.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability within the team, leading to improved overall performance levels.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.

Crew Cheif

Excelr8 Motorsport
01.2019 - 11.2020

Work along side high level clients providing race support and driver development.


Finished the season vice champions whilst being the only car on the grid to have no mechanical failures.


Ensure all race cars and paddock areas meet presentation standards for media and the public.

Crew Cheif

Wix Motorsport
01.2015 - 12.2019

Maintain and repair a collection of world famous classic race cars.


Carry out preparation for national and international press and media events.



Number 1 Mechanic

Bushy Park Circuit
01.2015 - 12.2017

Prepare race cars for high profile drivers. Sir Lewis Hamilton being one example.


Train local mechanics to a high enough standard to work within events.


Improve overall track standards and quality to world class levels to attract higher levels of competition.

Technician

Abbott Racing Motorsport
11.2012 - 10.2014

Preparation and tuning of race vehicles.


Restoration of classic cars.


Engine building and tuning.

Education

No Degree - Coxswain Grade 1

East Coast Marine Training
Brisbane, QLD
07.2024

No Degree - Electric Vehicle Senior Authorised Person

JLR Academy
UK
04.2021

No Degree - Master Technician

JLR Academy
UK
04.2021

No Degree - Diploma L3 Light Vehicle Maintenance And Repair

Delphi Lockheed
UK
09.2011

Skills

  • Over 20years experience as a deck hand and helmsman aboard sailing and power vessels
  • Safety awareness
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Deck equipment operation
  • First Aid Training
  • Watchkeeping Experience
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Professionalism
  • Mooring vessels
  • Firefighting Capabilities
  • Performing maintenance
  • Navigation assistance

Timeline

Workshop Manager

JLR
08.2022 - Current

Crew Cheif

Excelr8 Motorsport
01.2019 - 11.2020

Crew Cheif

Wix Motorsport
01.2015 - 12.2019

Number 1 Mechanic

Bushy Park Circuit
01.2015 - 12.2017

Workshop Manager

JLR
10.2014 - 06.2022

Technician

Abbott Racing Motorsport
11.2012 - 10.2014

No Degree - Coxswain Grade 1

East Coast Marine Training

No Degree - Electric Vehicle Senior Authorised Person

JLR Academy

No Degree - Master Technician

JLR Academy

No Degree - Diploma L3 Light Vehicle Maintenance And Repair

Delphi Lockheed
Tom Bayford