NICHOLAS CLAYPOLE
Wellington,WGN
Summary
I pride myself on diligent workmanship and the ability to work well both solo and in team based roles.
I have had planning and oversight roles over numerous shutdown jobs in which time and resource management has been critical in ensuring the downtime is as planned.
A good history of working autonously in isolated locations where safety was paramount. These were mostly breakdowns and were high pressure situations
Fundamentally I beleive the most important tool in anyones box is a level head under pressure. Professional diesel mechanic with substantial hands-on experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and repair. Adept at diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical issues, ensuring optimal vehicle performance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with reputation for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in engine diagnostics, hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
MADER QUEENSLAND
Bowen Basin
07.2024 - Current
- Maintaining, servicing, and diagnosing CAT machinery, such as motor graders, track and wheel dozers, front end loaders, dump trucks and excavators.
- Shutdowns, breakdowns and servicing on Liebherr and Hitachi mining excavators from 200-800 ton
- Machine overhauls and rebuilds.
- Component rebuilds, including but not limited to engines, differentials, final drives, hydraulic components and transmissions.
- Workshop upkeep and maintenance.
- Completing relevant service reports after completion of any job.
Diesel Mechanic
AB EQUIPMENT
Wellington, WGN
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines.
- Operated autonomously in a field service roll in remote areas, was also part of a team environment and I work well with others.
- Diagnosed and Repaired brake systems including hydraulic released, suspension systems, cooling systems, forced induction and exhaust systems, fuel injection systems, Suspension systems braking systems
- Received factory training for Sumitomo, Bobcat and Doosan
- Received training and honed my electrical diagnostic ability.
- Experience with CANbus electrical diagnostics and a plethora of diagnostic software’s as well as complex faults.
- Reviewed manufacturers technical manuals to identify diagnostic procedures, calibration techniques and general technical knowledge required when repairing heavy equipment.
- Experience with a wide range of machinery including forestry equipped excavators and similar forestry equipment such as swing yarders, skidders, dozers Loaders, rollers, telehandlers, knuckle boom lifts, MEWP and more.
Light Vehicle Mechanic
BAY OF ISLANDS AUTO 1
Kerikeri, NTL
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Performed preventative maintenance on light vehicles, such as oil changes, tire rotations and brake replacements.
- Repaired electrical systems, including wiring harnesses and starting and charging components.
- Diagnostics and repair on related automotive systems such as ABS, SRS, steering and braking
Skills
- Standard 11 QLD
- High Risk Tooling
- Field Service
- Good diagnostic ability
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work to a deadline, including management of unforeseen issues minimizing downtime
Certification
- Level 4 Heavy Automotive Engineering (Plant and Equipment).
- Level 3 Heavy Automotive Engineering (Plant and Equipment).
- Australian cert 3+4 Heavy mobile equipment
- Nz full drivers license F and WTR ENDORSEMENT
WORK LOCATIONS
- Australia
- New Zealand
EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE
- CAT Dozers – eg. D10 (r,t,t2) D6, D11
- Komatsu Excavators – eg. PC20 to PC6000
- Liebherr 944, 966, 9600, 9800
- Hitachi Excavators – eg. ZX10 to ZX4500
- Construction equipment – Dozers, Loaders, graders, telehandlers, skid steers, graders, MEWPS
- Forestery Equipment – eg. Swing yarders, Skidders, Dozers, Loaders.
- Light Vehicles
- Fixed plant, crushers, conveyors, generators and air compressors
Timeline
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
MADER QUEENSLAND
07.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
AB EQUIPMENT
02.2021 - 07.2024
Light Vehicle Mechanic
BAY OF ISLANDS AUTO 1
12.2016 - 01.2020