Sebastian Frances
Brunswick,Melbourne
Summary
Experienced mechanic with specialised skills in diagnosing and repairing electric vehicles, demonstrating a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. Proven ability to excel in both technical and management roles, underscoring versatility and adaptability. Core competencies include mechanical aptitude, advanced diagnostic techniques and effective team leadership.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Thomsen Automotive
, Lower Hutt
04.2019 - 12.2024
- Qualified mechanic, doing a full range of work on all types of cars, vans, utes, and small trucks, including:
- Warrant of Fitness, pre-purchase, and service inspections.
- Repairs, routine servicing, and other maintenance.
- Wheel alignments, including race cars and other non-spec adjustments to correct issues such as uneven tyre wear.
- Performance modifications including fitting and welding roll cages.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Qualified EV specialist. I handled almost all EV work ranging from regular servicing and WOF checks to expert-level diagnosis and repairs including repair and replacement of traction batteries and other HV components.
- Increased customer base by creating and managing social media accounts and associated advertising.
- Was involved in most decision making for the first few years, helping Thomsen Automotive quickly become one of the most trusted workshops in the region.
Mechanic
Brendon Motors
, Wellington
09.2015 - 03.2019
- Worked at the tyre shop for the first three months, fitting tyres and doing wheel alignments.
- Began mechanic apprenticeship.
- Carried out a full range of work on all types of cars, vans, utes, and small trucks, including:
- Warrant of Fitness, pre-purchase, and service inspections.
- Repairs, routine servicing, and other maintenance.
- Increased customer base by creating and managing social media accounts and associated advertising.
Operations Manager
White Elephant Trust
, Christchurch
11.2012 - 07.2015
- In October 2012, I was promoted to Operations Manager.
- Managed the day-to-day running of a large and busy youth activities and events center.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Ensured ongoing project development by providing leadership, insight, and mentoring for up to eight projects and fifty staff and volunteers.
- Advertised/promoted the services and events available. Primarily through social media and networking.
Entertainment Manager
The Club
, Christchurch
03.2013 - 03.2014
- While still working full-time at White Elephant trust, I had the opportunity to take on a second role as Entertainment Manager at a nightclub. This was no ordinary club, however.
- Christchurch’s 2011 earthquakes forced the closure of all bars, clubs and other entertainemnt venues in the CBD. We came to the rescue by opening a temporary nightclub.
- It was an incredible project that I was heavily involved in from the planning stages, through setup and for the twelve months that it operated for
- I was primarily responsible for selecting and booking all DJs and other performers and all advertising.
- I was also the PA and DJ equipment technician, and was consulted on all aspects of The Club’s operations.
Project Manager
White Elephant Trust
11.2010 - 11.2012
- In this role I was responsible for managing all aspects of several of White Elephant Trust’s projects:
- WE Mix DJ Academy: A DJ school for young people.
- HYPE Entertainment: An event company specialising in safe music events for young people.
- WE Care: A group of young people with special training in alcohol and other drug harm reduction, who attend youth events to keep their peers safe.
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5) - Automotive Engineering
MITO
Wellington, NZ09-2021
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (level 4) - Automotive Engineering
MITO
Wellington, NZ05-2019
Certificate - Supervision, Human Services, NCEA Level 5
WelTec
11.2014
Skills
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Problem solving
- Project support and development
- Strategic planning
- High-level communication
- Social media marketing
- Relationship building
- Administration and organisational skills
- Google apps suite
- Project management, support, development
- Event management
Other experience/projects
Google "Ghost EV" and you should find a facebook page and other articles etc about the electric race car I designed and built from scratch.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanic
Thomsen Automotive
04.2019 - 12.2024
Mechanic
Brendon Motors
09.2015 - 03.2019
Entertainment Manager
The Club
03.2013 - 03.2014
Operations Manager
White Elephant Trust
11.2012 - 07.2015
Project Manager
White Elephant Trust
11.2010 - 11.2012
New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5) - Automotive Engineering
MITO
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (level 4) - Automotive Engineering
MITO
Certificate - Supervision, Human Services, NCEA Level 5
WelTec
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