John PURDON
John PURDON
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Objective: Heavy Equipment – Fitter/Turner/Machinist Summary
Successfully met challenging opportunities in a varied professional work environment
Demonstrated ability to liaise with a wide range of diverse people, from international professionals at all levels to members of the general public.
Highly competent in broad range of skills and experience of plant operation.
Well developed written and verbal communication skills.
Consistent record of meeting difficult and multiple deadlines within a team environment.
Successful in mastering new skills in a fast paced environment.
Demonstrated wealth of relevant expertise.
Met and exceeded employer expectations when undertaking both domestic/international projects.
Computer literate in a range of software applications.
Able to consistently liaise with a wide range of high level internal and external stakeholders and meet tight deadlines while an accomplished supervisor. Specific Achievements/Accomplishments
International security implementation and community engagement with aid work construction. Building trust while developing important professional relationships with international internal/external stakeholders within both large companies/Defence and smaller organizations. Going that extra mile, over and above my standard duties, to achieve successful outcomes for team/employer. Being able to ascertain the needs of co-workers/employer to meet firm business timelines/expectations.
Demonstrated Skills, Competencies and Experience
Qualified Fitter/Turner/Machinist, Electronics Technician, and Gas Fitter, with broad experience in maintenance/installation work in construction, mining, food, pumping systems and manufacturing industries
Worked co-operatively with others and contributed to team cohesion, by showing respect for others and managing relationships focused on achieving successful focused business outcomes
High quality organizational skills, including demonstrated experience in monitoring staff workloads and targets while meeting tight deadlines and achieving results, i.e. planned and monitored workload/workflow in accordance with time-sensitive objectives, identified, prioritized and achieved priorities, adapted work practices in response to a changing work environment and displayed initiative and a commitment to continued learning.
Monitoring company’s strategic plans and actively taking part in enhancing the company’s public profile.
Promoted on ‘merit’ to positions with higher levels of responsibility.
Ability to read and interpret plans/specifications, organize subcontractors and meet work within deadlines
Ability to work in accordance with occupational health and safety guidelines John PURDON
Experienced in working in severe weather conditions, difficult terrain and environmentally sensitive areas
A highly organised approach to work; consistently met deadlines through effective planning and prioritising tasks.
Multiskilled and effective in performing roles of responsibility, requiring due diligence.
Effective leadership skills; assume responsibility for my work and quality outcomes
Experience in supervising productive teams and training staff.
Personal attributes: consistently demonstrate motivation, ability to work individually,
foster a co-operative work environment, excellent work ethics.
Skilled in operating a wide range of specialised mine equipment including: M&T RIISAM301 CAT 16M Grader
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 24M Grader
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 6060 Excavator
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 6030 Excavator
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 930DL Excavator
M&T RIISAM301 Hitachi 2600 Excavator
M&T RIISAM301 Hitachi 1200 Excavator
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 777G Water Truck
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 785C Haul Truck
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 793F Haul Truck
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 797F Haul Truck
M&T RIISAM301 CAT 854K Wheel Dozer
M&T RIISAM301 CAT D10T Tracked Dozer
M&T RIISAM301 CAT D11T Tracked Dozer
RIIHAN201 CWN 16T Forklift
RIIHAN201 CWN 2.5T Forklift
RIIHAN201 CWN 4T Forklift
RIIHAN201 KON 20T Forklift
RIIHAN212 FRA 25T Non Slew Crane
RIIHAN301 GEN 26Ft Scissor Lift
RIIHAN301 GEN Boom Lift-50Ft(Trailer Mounted)
RIIHAN301 GEN Boom Lift-60Ft(AWD Rough Terrain)
RIIHAN301 GEN Boom Lift-80Ft(AWD Rough Terrain)
RIIHAN301 GEN Scissor Lift-450kg,26Ft(AWD Rough Terrain) Medical - Coal Mine Worker Health Surveillance (Surface) RIIHAN301 Operate Elevating Work Platform
RIIOHS204A Work Safely at heights
RIIHAN203 Conduct Lifting Operations
RIIHAN208 Perform Dogging Operations
RIIMPO208 Omega 16-12W Tyre Handler
RIIMPO208 Nilfisk CS7000 Floor Sweeper
RIIHAN311 CAT 930H Integrated Tool Carrier
RIIHAN309 MAN MT1440 Telescopic Materials Handler
RIIHAN307 All Vehicle Loading Cranes
RIIHAN305 EBK 5T Gantry Crane
RIIHAN305 EBK 35/5T Gantry Crane
RIIHAN305 EBK 20T Gantry Crane
RIIHAN305 EBK 10T Gantry Crane
John PURDON
Qualifications
FITTER/TURNER/MACHINIST (heavy equipment fitter)
GAS FITTER-LEVEL 1
ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (Instrumentation)
QUALIFIED WELDER
QUALIFIED DOGMAN
CERTIFICATES IN CAD 1 & CAD 2
S1,S2,S3 & G2 QUALIFIED
STANDARD 11
QUALIFIED HYDRAULIC & PNEUMATIC FITTER
FORKLIFT LICENCE (HIGH RISK)
COAL BOARD MEDICAL
GENERIC MINE INDUCTION
SIS & ET TRAINED
VEHICLE LOADING CRANE LICENCE
TAP ROOT TRAINED
PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT
REFRIGERATION/ENGINE DRIVER
VIBRATION ANALYSIS
EXPERIENCED IN SAP, PRONTO, MEX, CMMS, MIMS MAINTENENCE
PROGRAMMING/SCHEDULING.
INTERMEDIATE BOILER LICENCE
LASER SHAFT ALIGNMENT CERTIFICATE
CERT. IV WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT
QUALIFIED TRAINER
RISK ASSESSMENT TRAINED
HS & E SAFETY MODULES
FIRST AID
CONFINED SPACE CERTIFICATION
WORKING AT HEIGHTS CERTIFICATION
INTERMEDIATE SCAFFOLD LICENCE
ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM LICENCE
CERTIFICATE IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
Personal Attributes
Enjoy challenges and quickly learn new skills, am highly self-disciplined.
Excellent observation skills and capacity to pay attention to detail.
Consistently met difficult and multiple deadlines.
Supportive of charity organizations
Papua New Guinea International Aid Worker
– construction of Port Moresby College (Gerahu – 1997)
Work well within a team environment
Kept a genuine good rapport with fellow workers throughout my working career
Working autonomously and producing consistent positive outcomes under pressure and working to meet deadlines in a constantly changing environment. John PURDON
Employment History
James Hardie, Maintenance Planner/Procurement – Carole Park, Brisbane
(November 2014 – Present)
Planning/scheduling preventative & breakdown maintenance on a variety of fixed plant equipment including: hydraulic presses, servo hydraulics, conveyor systems, pneumatic control systems & vacuum transfer systems associated with sheeting manufacture.
Planning/scheduling pump & gearbox rebuilds.
Job scoping & parts allocation for maintenance tasks.
Boiler Maintenance.
Trouble shooting & repair of fixed plant hydraulic systems.
Planning the scheduled servicing of all fixed plant equipment.
Use of SAP Planning & Maintenance program.
Seven day future planning & maintenance forecasting
Developing JSA’s, SWI’s & SOP’s.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, Mobile Equipment Fitter/Shift Trainer Assessor/Workshop – DAUNIA Coal Mine QLD
(May 2012 – November 2014)
Preventative & shutdown maintenance on a variety of mobile equipment including:
Caterpillar Excavators (6060 & 6030), Caterpillar Dozers (D10 & 11s), Cat Dump Trucks (793, 785 & 797),Graders(16H),Atlas Copco Pit Viper Drill Rigs & 777 Water Trucks.
Installation & maintenance of collision avoidance systems on the mobile fleet.
Delivery of workplace assessment packages.
Trouble shooting & repair of mobile hydraulic systems.
Servicing all in pit equipment.
Use of 1SAP Maintenance programs.
Coordinating training requirements for maintenance on the mobile fleet personnel. New Hope Coal Australia
Senior Electronics Technician/Maintenance Supervisor/Project Manager Jeebropilly Mine QLD
(February 2010 – May 2012)
Regulating preventative & breakdown maintenance on a variety of fixed plant CHPP equipment including; Metso & Norberg crushers, Pumps & pumping systems.
Conveyor system & screening plant maintenance & shutdowns.
Delivery of workplace assessment packages.
Development of GPS Maintenance Programs.
Administering the implementation & installation of Radio & collision avoidance GPS systems in all Mobile Equipment.
John PURDON
Barrick Gold Corporation,
Acting Superintendent/Maintenance Supervisor/Specialist Technical Trainer Porgera Papua New Guinea
(October 2009 – February 2010)
Supervising preventative & breakdown maintenance on heavy fixed plant including; Jaw
& Cone Crushers, Multi-Layer Screening Plant, Conveyor systems, SAG Mills, Ball Mills & Apron Feeders.
Supervisor in excess of 150 national mining personnel.
Conveyor system maintenance.
Supervise Mill re-lines & shutdowns.
Supervise Ball mill preventative maintenance.
Delivery of workplace assessment packages.
Fault management technique training on mills.
Remote conflict resolution management.
Maintaining cultural diversity tradition are understood and respected by employees.
Project Supervisor for mill installations & upgrades.
Training of National workforce in successful maintenance techniques on mill equipment. Assisting the Fixed Plant Superintendents with information on methods of service delivery.
Implementing proactive mill maintenance schedules.
Implementing safety programs for Fixed Plant Mill operations for the purpose of reducing adverse incidents. Ensuring critical spare parts for the mills are available. Pilbra Iron, Rio Tinto,
Fixed Plant Fitter/Shift Coordinator/Safety Representative Hope Downs WA
(November 2006 – October 2009)
Supervising preventative & breakdown procedures/maintenance on jaw & cone crushers, MultiLayer Screening Plant, Conveyor systems & Apron Feeders.
Supervisor of 25 man shift crew.
Plan, vibe feeder & Metso crusher o/hauls
Fault management of Metso & Norberg Crushers.
Operator of SAP based maintenance program.
Planning stacker & reclaimer repairs.
Leading facilitator in tap root investigations
Hydraulic, pneumatic & instrumentation repairs.
Scaffold inspection & upgrades
Team safety & training representative
Development of safety meeting presentations.
Maintenance of a train load out facility.
Maintenance of belt weighers.
Electronic fault management of PLC controlled equipment. John PURDON
Bartter Enterprises, Chief Refrigeration / Engine driver QLD (October 2004 – November 2006)
Operate, monitor & maintain boilers according to regularity requirements and company policy.
Ensure correct management of a high speed production line.
Operate, monitor & maintain refrigeration plant.
Ensure all records & reports are kept up to date for boiler & refrigeration plants.
Perform engineering duties, including new work, repairs & attention to breakdowns in a safe
& prompt manner, consistent with company quality/service.
Prioritise maintenance tasks at short notice.
Comply with company policies including safety, environmental & hygiene procedures.
Warmen pump change outs & setups
Operating a PRONTO based maintenance program
CITECH remote control operation of all plant & process systems. Foodpartners, Maintenance planner/purchasing officer/engine driver/fitter Dinmore QLD (May 2000 – October 2004)
Facilitate long & short term maintenance plans using a MEX based maintenance program.
Prepare, order & maintain necessary spare parts.
Operate, monitor & maintain boilers & refrigeration systems according to standards & company Requirements
Remain on call & attend call outs as required 24hrs/7 days.
Plan, schedule & co-ordinate all shutdown tasks.
Facilitate & develop the processes required to analyse downtime.
Monitor & provide apprentice training as required.
Program & ensure all statutory requirements are met.
Operate a SCADA controlled refrigeration plant.
Utilisation of outside contractors for maintenance tasks.
Maintenance planning & scheduling of fixed plant.
Refrigeration maintenance.
Maintain occupational health and safety policies.
Ensure all records & reports are kept up to date for boiler & Refrigeration plants.
Perform engineering duties, including new work, repairs & attention to Breakdowns in a safe
& prompt manner & consistent with good quality & Service.
Plan & prioritise maintenance tasks to be undertaken.
Conduct duties in accordance with the company policies including safety, environmental & hygiene procedures.
Employment history prior to 2000 can be provided upon request References
Attached and may furnish additional referees upon request Current QLD C Class License, and own reliable transport.