PHILIP LE ROUX
Winkler,MB
Summary
Diligent with solid foundation in diesel mechanics and history of ensuring optimal performance of heavy-duty vehicles. Successfully contributed to major repairs and maintenance projects, demonstrating precision and reliability. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and engine diagnostics, paired with keen ability to implement effective solutions in diverse mechanical challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
AG WEST
12.2024 - Current
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Improved customer satisfaction with thorough inspections, accurate diagnoses, and effective communication of repair needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service during consultations, addressing client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction throughout the repair process.
- Achieved high rate of first-time fixes, minimizing need for return visits.
Diesel Mechanic
Lyttleton Port Company
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
Diesel Mechanic
K&S Freighters
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Diagnose and repair issues in diesel engines
- Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulics, brakes, transmission, steering, and other systems
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Perform welding or fabrication tasks on trailers and other equipment as necessary
- Prepare work orders and order parts
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace
- Reason for wanting to leave: To move to Christchurch or South Island
Head of Diesel Mechanics
Phoenix Services
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Diagnose and repair issues in diesel engines
- Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulics, brakes, transmission, steering, and other systems
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Perform welding or fabrication tasks on trailers and other equipment as necessary
- Prepare work orders and order parts
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace
- Reason for Leaving State: To immigrate to New Zealand
Diesel Mechanic
Foss & Seuns Boorkontrakteurs
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Analysing problems with engines and rectifying the same.
- Carrying out routine service on the engine, including oil and filter changes.
- Repairing or replacing faulty parts and systems.
- Sometimes integrating new technology into the engine structure.
- Rebuilding engines after their efficient lifetime is over.
- Conducting performance tests on vehicle fleets, if overseeing their operation.
- Preparing and updating records on work conducted on engines.
- Welding and cutting material if required, using arc welding or flame cutting equipment.
- Daily Maintenance & Mechanical Maintenance of Excavators, Drill Rig, Busses, Atlas Compressors & AR Compressors.
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Bojanala Bus Services (UNITRANS)
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Running diagnostic tests on vehicles.
- Analyzing diagnostic test results.
- Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions and braking systems.
- Checking vehicle lighting systems.
- Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
- Performing preventative maintenance on service trucks & busses.
- Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
- Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist.
- Maintaining a parts inventory.
- Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop.
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Bojanala Bus Services (UNITRANS)
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Worked under the supervision of service managers and master mechanics in performing my duties.
- Repair and maintain of all vehicles
- Reason for leaving: Qualified as a Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Mechanic Assistant & Workshop Storeman
SPH Contractors
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Clean, wash, fuel, and conduct preventative maintenance on diesel vehicles.
- Update inventory and inspect tools to ensure readiness.
- Document maintenance and repair schedules.
- Inspect, repair, and ensure vehicles are safe to operate.
- Reason for leaving: Went for apprenticeship (SOL- TECH)
Climber & Operator
North America Midway
02.2013 - 09.2013
- Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections on ride.
- Maintain a clean and safe space in and around ride.
- Reason for leaving: Contract came to an End
Crusher operator & Workshop Clerk
SPH Contractors
03.2012 - 12.2012
- Safely and effectively operating the mobile crushing plant
- Safely and effectively operating all associated support equipment, including the WA600 or similar size front end loader and skid steer loader
- Working with various teams in the open pit and Projects group
- Gained alot of experience in the field
- Reason for leaving: Great opportunity offshore
Education
Trade Certificate - Diesel Mechanic
01.2019
N2: Engineering Studies - undefined
Sol- Tech
01.2015
Grade 12 - undefined
Frikkie Meyer High School
01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook & Email
- Microsoft Power Point
- Communication Application
- Social Media
- Internet
Affiliations
- Gained experience working on:
- Mercedes busses
- VW busses
- Man busses
- Tata trucks
- Iveco trucks
- Isuzu trucks
- Powerliner trucks
- Nissan trucks
- Cat loaders
- Cat excavators
- Cat 730 dumpers
- Cat graders
- Bell b40 dumpers
- Bell excavators
- Doosan excavatorbore
- Volvo excavatorbore
- Hitachi excavatorbore
- Trackbore
- Truckbore
- Atlas Compressors
- Hydraulics
- Airsystems
- Engineer build services
- Break down repair services
- Basic auto electrical
- Basic boilermaking
- General repairs & maintenance
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
AG WEST
12.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Lyttleton Port Company
01.2024 - 12.2024
Diesel Mechanic
K&S Freighters
04.2023 - 01.2024
Head of Diesel Mechanics
Phoenix Services
08.2022 - 03.2023
Diesel Mechanic
Foss & Seuns Boorkontrakteurs
12.2019 - 07.2022
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Bojanala Bus Services (UNITRANS)
02.2019 - 11.2019
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Bojanala Bus Services (UNITRANS)
11.2016 - 01.2019
Diesel Mechanic Assistant & Workshop Storeman
SPH Contractors
01.2014 - 08.2015
Climber & Operator
North America Midway
02.2013 - 09.2013
Crusher operator & Workshop Clerk
SPH Contractors
03.2012 - 12.2012
N2: Engineering Studies - undefined
Sol- Tech
Grade 12 - undefined
Frikkie Meyer High School
Trade Certificate - Diesel Mechanic
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