Brad Evans

Brad Evans

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  • About me

    Country Managing Director at Custom Fluidpower Pty Ltd

  • Education

    • Westfield Sport High School NSW

      1983 - 1988
      High School General High School Certificate English, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Technology Studies Two Units

      Activities and Societies: School Football Team Obtained pass grades in all subjects

  • Experience

    • Mannesman Rexroth Corporation

      Jun 1994 - Nov 1999
      Service Technician

      Employed in an internal role in the manufacture of hydraulic power units and hydraulic systems, whilst maintaining and meeting production deadlines, maintaining quality standards, interpretation of changing product types and engineering systems, able to adapt to the challenging requirements with the introduction of ISO 9001 quality systems and procedures.Gained a comprehensive insight into fluid power fundamentals and engineering requirements of the hydraulic industry. Work productively with department Manager’s to ensure and maintain work flow through production systems. Show less

    • Custom Fluidpower Pty Ltd

      Jan 2000 - Aug 2007
      Hydraulic Service Technician

      Employed as an External Hydraulic Technician, duties included the ability to work under pressure in demanding situation, being able to arrange and organise work scopes, maintain and develop customer interface, scheduling of manning, arranging of spare parts and quotations, whilst retaining company procedures and policies. Whilst assigned to remote locations unsupervised be self-motivated and establish correct and viable solutions to the repair of equipment, work within other trade groups in the commissioning and installation of hydraulic equipment.During the period of employment I was able to develop, hands on skills, my knowledge of hydraulic components and the fundamentals fascists, obtain engineering skill sets, formulas, controls, electrical hydraulic interfaces that relate to the fluid power industry. Show less

    • Bosch Rexroth

      Aug 2007 - Feb 2017

      As the Service Manager of the Western Australian Service Department, including facilities in Port Hedland, Bunbury and Perth my portfolio consisted of a highly educated team of individuals, reporting directly to me, this includes two area Managers and three allocated workshop Coordinators, seventeen Service Technicians and five apprentices throughout the areas.At my duties included maintaining budget forecasts of $14 million dollars, financial viability and accountability, including the management of assets. Maintaining and enforcement of OHS&E policies and ISO9001 QA procedures, product and technical support for both clientele and personnel in direct and indirect roles, The development of existing and potential customers, dispute resolutions, implementation of commercial and contractual terms and conditions with major clientele. Current career highlights include the implementation of the Hagglunds Drive business into the Bosch Rexroth Group, the cross pollination of personnel, product knowledge and customer base. The merger was seen as a dramatic growth opportunity for both arms of the business, as a Manager, the introduction of the rapid growth merger was a mile stone in the planning and infrastructure for the W.A Service Department. Show less

      • Business Development Manager

        Aug 2014 - Feb 2017
      • Service Manager WA

        Aug 2007 - Aug 2014
    • Custom Fluidpower

      Mar 2017 - now

      My commitment and focus to the business, will extend into the operational and guidance of CFP, whilst maintaining the continuity and performance of the Brisbane Branch. With the added support of a selected Leadership Team, the forward direction of the business will continue to remain strong and sustainable into the future.I strongly believe that with the support of all personnel, and the support of the Leadership Team, that we can maintain the direction of the business and offer longevity and security to the Stakeholders and to All personnel from within CFP. Show less

      • Country Managing Director

        Jul 2022 - now
      • Branch Manager

        Nov 2017 - Jul 2022
      • Business Development

        Mar 2017 - Nov 2017
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certificate III in Engineering MEM30205

    • Certificate IV in Fluid Power MEM40105

    • Metal Fabrication & Welding

      TAFE NSW
    • Associate Diploma Fluid Power MEM50119

      Outsource Institute - RTO Provider Code: 31560 | CRICOS Provider Number: 03713J
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Ruby League Coach

      Issued by Rockingham Coastal Sharks RL on Feb 2002
      Rockingham Coastal Sharks RLAssociated with Brad Evans