Troy Chapman
Craignish,Australia
Summary
Qualified boilermaker with over a decade of hands-on experience in the mining and heavy fabrication industries. Skilled in the maintenance and repair of surface and underground machinery, with a proven ability to work to high safety and quality standards under demanding conditions. Strong communication and leadership skills gained from both trade and supervisory roles. Ready for FIFO work, and eager to return to full-time, site-based work in the mining sector.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Store Manager
ALDI Australia
Hervey Bay, QLD
01.2019 - Current
- Managed 20+ team members in a fast-paced retail environment with daily KPIs.
- Delivered staff training, rostering, stock control, and health/safety compliance.
- Developed transferable skills in leadership, team building, and performance under pressure — directly applicable to site-based work environments.
Boilermaker / Leading Hand
TTQ
Toowoomba, QLD
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Fabricated agricultural machinery and attachments from engineering drawings.
- Led small fabrication crews, ensured job deadlines and safety compliance were met.
- Experienced in workshop-based deadlines and shift coordination.
Boilermaker
JOYGLOBAL (Now Komatsu)
Mackay, QLD
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Worked on large-scale coal mining equipment (surface and underground).
- Performed structural welding, fabrication, and mechanical repairs.
- Maintained strict quality standards under third-party QA systems.
- Long shift experienced: 12-hour days, 6–7 days per week on production timelines.
- Worked both independently and as part of larger shutdown and maintenance teams.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise installations.
Apprentice Carpenter
Fraser Shores Constructions
Hervey Bay, QLD
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Completed carpentry apprenticeship working on residential builds and renovations.
- Developed foundation skills in tools, planning, and site operations.
Education
Cert III in Engineering - Fabrication (Boilermaking)
TAFE QLD
Mackay, QLD01.2015
Cert III in Building & Construction - Carpentry
TAFE QLD
Maryborough, QLD01.2008
Skills
- FIFO-ready and physically fit for remote, high-pressure environments
- Heavy mining equipment: shovels, loaders, and longwalls (surface and underground)
- Welding: flux core, air arc gouging, sub-arc, lancing
- Equipment repair, shutdown work, and preventive maintenance
- Interpreting technical drawings and fabrication plans
- High attention to detail, with QA compliance and third-party inspections
- Leadership experience in high-paced operational teams
- Comfortable with 12-hour shifts and rostered work
Certification
- Cert III in Engineering – Fabrication (Boilermaking) – TAFE QLD, Mackay
- Cert III in Building & Construction (Carpentry) – TAFE QLD, Maryborough
- White Card – Construction Industry Safety
- Current First Aid / CPR
- Manual Driver’s Licence
- Previously held Working at Heights (willing to renew)
- ALDI Future Leaders Program – 2021
Timeline
Store Manager
ALDI Australia
01.2019 - Current
Boilermaker / Leading Hand
TTQ
01.2017 - 01.2019
Boilermaker
JOYGLOBAL (Now Komatsu)
01.2011 - 01.2016
Apprentice Carpenter
Fraser Shores Constructions
01.2004 - 01.2008
Cert III in Engineering - Fabrication (Boilermaking)
TAFE QLD
Cert III in Building & Construction - Carpentry
TAFE QLD
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