David Hill (Hilly)

Experience

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  Clough Motors - Volkswagen / Audi/ Subaru

  Jan 1975 - Jan 1979

  Apprentice Motor Mechanic

  All aspects of motor mechanic

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  Pat Cullen GM Holden

  Jan 1979 - Jan 1981

  Mechanic

  All aspects of motor vehicle mechanics.

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  Mack Trucks, Inc.

  Jan 1981 - Jan 1985

  Diesel Mechanic

  • Major component overhauls• Design & modification• Field Service - Break downs & on call• Train & supervise personal apprentice

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  Palmers Bus Company

  Jan 1985 - Jan 1987

  Diesel Mechanic/Coach Driver

  • Workshop Supervisor (hands on position)• Manage Workshop budget• Fleet Maintenance & overhaul of buses & coaches• Engine Modifications (re-power)• Tour Coach Driver

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  Metropolitan Fuel Distributors- Caltex Distributor

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1989

  Diesel Mechanic/Fitter

  • Workshop Supervisor (hands on position)• Fuel Tanker Fleet Maintenance• Installation & overhaul of petrol bowsers• Installation & maintenance of aboveground fuel tanks and pipe work• Installation & maintenance of hydraulic pumping equipment

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  Shell Company Australia

  Apr 1989 - Aug 2000

  • Allocate work, supervise & run shifts• Customer relations• On time delivery of fuel to aircraft • Chairperson HS & E Committee• Training of new drivers• Delivery of Petrol, Chemicals, LPG, Oils and Packaged Goods

  • Aircraft Refueller Grade 3/4

    Jan 1999 - Aug 2000

  • B-Double Tanker Driver

    Apr 1989 - Jan 1999
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  Toll Refrigerated Roadways

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2004

  Casual Driver (weekends)

  Local & Country Deliveries (Groceries & Refrigerated)

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  Self Employed

  Aug 2000 - Jun 2002

  Owner/Driver

  • Contract with Electrolux• Shop & home deliveries of white goods• Customer relations

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  The Anglesea Complex (Subsiderary of Linfox)

  Jun 2002 - Nov 2003

  • Accident Investigations• Development of procedures & conduct training• Driver evaluations• Introduction to new equipment • Training new drivers including advanced driving techniques• Driver evaluations• Introduction to new equipment• Accident Investigations Local & Country Fuel Deliveries

  • Driver Trainer & Conduct Linfox Trainee-Ship Assessments for NSW

    Jun 2003 - Nov 2003

  • Driver Trainer

    Jan 2003 - Jun 2003

  • Fuel Tanker Driver

    Jun 2002 - Jan 2003
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  Scotts Refridgerated Frieghtways

  Nov 2003 - Sept 2004

  National Training Manager/National Recruitment Officer/Driver Trainer/Safety Officer

  • OH & S Committee Member• Development & training of Fatigue Management Course• Keeping Records• Driver Evaluations• Set up & run Inductions

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  Toll Liquids Enfield - Woolworths/Calex Contract

  Sept 2004 - Apr 2005

  Fuel Tanker Driver MC & HC

  Local & Country Deliveries (Petrol Stations, Bulk Sugar, Pressure Tankers)

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  Cootes Transport - Caltex / Shell Contracts

  Apr 2005 - Sept 2008

  Fuel Tanker Driver MC & HC

  Local & Country Delivers of Fuel (Petrol Stations & Mine Sites)

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  Hills Tankers - Caltex Contract

  Sept 2008 - Dec 2009

  Fuel Tanker Driver MC

  • Delivery of Fuel to Local & Country (Mine Sites & Petrol Stations)• Driver/Trainer• Driver Evaluations

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  Hawkins Transport - Caltex Contract

  Jan 2010 - Jul 2010

  Fuel Tanker Driver MC

  • Delivery of Fuel to Mine Sites• Vehicle running maintenance

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  P&H MinePro Services

  Jul 2010 - Nov 2011

  • Competent interpretation and working from Isometric drawings • Perform routine and preventative maintenance and repairs on; In Pit Conveyor Crusher, Conveyor System, P & H Shovel and Draglines• Proficiently participate in Strip Downs, Rebuilds, New Builds and Shut-downs ensuring all works performed met production, costs and programming requirements within a safe and efficient manner• Skilled operation of hydraulic torque multiplier and electromagnetic heaters• Attend to breakdowns efficiently to maximise performance whilst optimising costs• Diagnosing and problem solving of automated plant and equipment• Carry out additional duties as required to support the team in meeting scheduling requirements• Perform all duties to client specifications, policies and procedures• Strict adherence to HS&E systems in accordance with site requirements and procedures Show less

  • Mechanical Fitter/Maintainer DIDO

    Jan 2011 - Nov 2011

  • Field Service Fitter/Maintainer DIDO

    Jul 2010 - Nov 2011
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  G&S Engineering

  Nov 2011 - Nov 2012

  Mechanical Fitter/Maintainer BIBO

  • Construction of CHPP, Filter Systems, Conveyor Systems and Stacker Reclaimer• Mechanical fitting duties including installation of piping systems & flange management. Flange and pump alignment as per quality requirements and information obtained from Isometric drawings • Competent operation of hydraulic torque multiplier• Installation and Commissioning of hydraulic pumps and lines • As an active member of Safety Committee, carry out the responsibilities associated with the duties of Safety Representative, including performing Site Safety Audits• Perform the responsibilities associated with the position of First Aid Officer within a prompt calm manner• Carry out the additional duties associated with Truck Driver / Refueller/ Serviceman • Maintain and encourage fellow colleagues to work within HS&E systems in accordance with site requirements and procedures Show less

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  Monadelphous Mahibbah Marine (MMM)

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2014

  • Mechanical fitting duties including installation and set-up of fire water system. Flange management, gramophone inspections and preservation. Flange and pump alignment as per quality requirements and information obtained from Isometric drawings • Attend to breakdowns efficiently to maximise performance whilst optimising costs • Perform preventative and routine maintenance to cranes, trucks, buses, utes, marine craft, generators, welders, lighting towers and all civil equipment• Problem solving and diagnosing of automated plant and equipment• Provide supervision and delegation of tasks to meet programming requirements• Acting supervisor whilst supervisor is on R & R • Oversee the hiring and off-hiring of plant and equipment• Maintain accurate and up to date records for servicing using Microsoft Excel• Arrange quotations and process requisition orders• Responsible for management of the fuel stocks, spare parts and off-site repairs• Carry out the designated duties relating to; Service Truck operator/Bus driver/Semi trailer operator/Flatbed operator/Water truck operator/Tip truck operator• Actively participate in Safety audits; maintaining strict adherence to HS&E policies Show less • Construction, Installation and Commissioning of Conveyor Systems• Competent operation of hydraulic torque multiplier• Management of the mechanical workshop, ensuring tasks were completed in a timely, safe and cost effective manner• Attend to breakdowns efficiently to maximise performance whilst optimising costs • Perform preventative and routine maintenance to cranes, EWPs, generators, tele handlers, light vehicles, buses and trucks• Responsible for management of fuel stocks, spare parts, and off-site repairs• Efficient operation of fuel trucks for on-site delivery• Carry out the role of Bus driver; safe transportation of fellow employees to work and back to accommodations and training facilities• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures Show less

  • Mechanical Fitter/Mechanical Workshop Leading Hand/Diesel Fitter FIFO

    Jun 2013 - Sept 2014

  • Mechanical Fitter/Diesel Fitter FIFO

    Nov 2012 - Jun 2013
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  Monadelphous

  Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

  • Mechanical fitting duties including installation of piping systems, flange management, gramophone inspections and preservation. Flange and pump alignment as per quality requirements and information obtained from Isometric drawings and work packs • Operational planning and co-ordination of the Mechanical workshop and fuel farm• Management and co-ordination of spare parts and off-site repairs• Hiring and off-hiring of plant and equipment in line with programming requirements• Ensure up to date and accurate records are maintained using MARS system• Request quotations and raise requisition orders to budgeting requirements• Competently service, maintain and repair cranes, trucks, buses, utes, generators, welders, lighting towers and all civil equipment within a timely manner• Acting supervisor whilst supervisor is on leave • Proactively participate in Safety audits and abide to the Zero Harm policy by vigorously identifying and reporting hazards Show less

  • Mechanical Fitter DIDO

    Jul 2015 - Dec 2015

  • Mechanical Technician/Diesel Fitter FIFO

    Nov 2014 - Jul 2015
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  UGL Limited

  Mar 2016 - Oct 2016

  Mechanical Fitter/Diesel Fitter FIFO

  • Carry out all aspects of Mechanical Fitting as required in the construction of the CCPP• Subject Matter Expert (SME) carry out VOC on all heavy vehicles• Subject Matter Expert (SME) carry out VOC on all EWP (45ft – 135ft)• Perform preventative and routine maintenance to cranes, trucks, buses, utes, generators, welders, lighting towers and all civil equipment• Problem solving and diagnosing of automated plant and equipment• Operate Flat Bed Truck including town runs• Operate water truck • Operate fuel/service truck• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures Show less

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  Monadelphous

  Oct 2016 - Nov 2016

  Mechanical Fitter DIDO

  • Shutdown of wash-plant and ROM • Leading Hand• Service and maintenance of Plant & Equipment• Fitting duties as required• Operator of Fuel Truck & Flat Bed Truck• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures and work packs

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  Monadelphous

  Jan 2017 - Mar 2017

  Mechanical Fitter

  • Major Shut-Down of Dragline 27• Remove and replace all major components and overhaul• Quality Assurance and documentation of all components • Following tension procedures using hytorque• Operation of electromagnetic heaters• Critical component alignment• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures and work packs

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  UGL Kentz Joint Venture

  Mar 2017 - Jun 2018

  Mechanical Fitter Level 3 Flange Management

  • Carry out all aspects of Mechanical Fitting as required • Level 3 Flange management, gramophone inspections and preservation. Re-instatement of flanges, valves, PSV’s and carry out pump alignment as per quality requirements and information obtained from Isometric drawings including line-walking• Critical component alignment• Quality Assurance and documentation of all components• Following torque/tension procedures including the use of Hytorque• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures Show less

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  TLC

  Jul 2018 - Jan 2019

  Mechanical Fitter - Local

  • All fitting duties required for the construction of Stacker Reclaimers and Conveyor Systems• Set up and align conveyor rollers • Following torque/tension procedures including the use of Hytorque• Commissioning• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures

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  Komatsu/Joy Globle

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Mechanical Fitter

  • Service and maintenance of all mobile mining & axillary equipment on site• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures and work packs• Accurate record keeping

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  G&S Engineering Services

  Jun 2019 - Mar 2020

  Mechanical Supervisor

  • Assist in planning Washplant, Dragline & Shovel Shutdowns• Mobilisation & Demobilisation• Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and apply where relevant to ensure compliance• Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills• Identify opportunities to improve the performance of work crew• Constantly review trade personnel skills to optimise their full potential• Liasing with the client and other departments to ensure that all job expectations are met in a timely manner• Accurate record keeping• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures Show less

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  Southern Cross Group - Mining Services

  Mar 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Assist in planning Lighting Tower services and breakdown repair schedules• Mobilisation & Demobilisation• Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and apply where relevant to ensure compliance• Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills• Identify opportunities to improve the performance of work crew• Constantly review trade personnel skills to optimise their full potential• Taking the initiative when identifying improvements needed and implementing ideas for a more efficient management of crew and worksite• Liaising with the client and other departments to ensure that all job expectations are met in a timely manner• Accurate record keeping• Ensure all duties are carried out to specifications and HS&E policies and procedures Show less

  • Field Service Maintenance/Mechanical Supervisor

    Jul 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Field Service Mechanical Fitter

    Mar 2020 - Jul 2020
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  Hills Tankers

  Mar 2021 - Apr 2022

  Road train Driver
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  Emerald Carring Company

  Mar 2022 - Nov 2024

  B-Double Fuel Tanker Driver
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  Mickala Group

  Nov 2024 - now

  Mechanical Fitter