Gareth Wilson Email and Phone Number
I am a competent and dedicated professional with demonstrated experience, knowledge and expertise in Rail & Mining Operations, Plant Mechanics, Workload Management, Process Development, Continuous Improvement, Training & Development, Coaching & Mentoring and Stakeholder Engagement. I have an extensive knowledge of heavy plant and have been working in this industry for 15+ years. My technical skills include mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostics. In all my workplaces I have been offered a higher position in leadership roles, which demonstrates my professionalism and strong work ethics, which I pride myself on.During my time in my previous roles, I have driven continuous improvement through stakeholder engagement, BOS principles and have been a key driver for standardised work within the Locomotive maintenance workshops. Key projects that I have managed are the Bogie change out on the SD70 locomotives and the rebuilding of traction motor combos at Perth Repair Centre and most recently deployed the BHP operating system to the RSM (Rolling stock Maintenance) and RNM (Rail Network maintenance) through coaching the Superintendents and Manager.Highly effective in client relations management and stakeholder engagement, I establish strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders utilising well-developed communication and interpersonal skills. I have led change through an organisational transformation program deploying the BHP operating system to the Rail team. My previous role had required me to lead through influence and mentoring of the rail leadership team resulting in enhanced processes and increased productivity. In my current role i oversee the planning and scheduling of preventative and corrective maintenance on fixed plant equipment. This includes large duration shutdowns mobilising up-to 1000 people and also weekly preventive maintenance.
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Superintendent Planning And Asset HealthBhp Jul 2023 - PresentPerth, Western Australia, Australia -
Bos Line Coach, RailBhp Jan 2021 - Jul 2023Port Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaI initiate deployment of the BHP operating system to the RSM and RNM team through dedicated coaching to the Manager and Superintendent group. I conduct project engineering engagement to meet desired business outcomes aligned with the goals and objectives of the organisation and manage deployment of BOS principles including Process confirmation improvement methodologies, 5S, KPI level boards, PDCA cycle and RCA’/5 whys to achieve operational excellence. I ensure work performed meets the Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and other mandatory requirements, including all safety tasks as well as establish management and leadership of direct reports whilst conducting various SRP responsibilities including Field leadership observations and acting in operational Superintendent roles as required. Part of my duties involve engagement with various stakeholders such as OEM’s, reliability, vendors and BHP projects team. I also perform budget forecasting, work force planning, WAVE initiative management and Control ownership (GRC) as the duty manager and site responsible person for Rail. I contribute and provide reliable advice and assistance in business strategic planning and 5-year plans and facilitate training of the BHP operating system and project governance and provide coaching and mentoring for the RSM/RNM team with new tools and processes to enhance efficiency and promote the development and capability building of teams.Key Achievements:- Initiated transformational change through effective leadership, coaching and mentoring.
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Senior Area CoordinatorBhp Aug 2019 - Jan 2021Port Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaDuring my time as the Senior Area Coordinator, I utilised 1Sap to carry out day-to-day tasks including the creation of work orders, time confirmations, cost analysis reporting, closing out work orders, creating notifications, use of multi resource scheduling, purchase order creation. I managed direct reports whilst conducting various section 22 responsibilities including field leadership observations and QA Project works as well as acting as Superintendent during times of leave and as required. I engaged and collaborated with various stakeholders such as OEM’s, reliability, vendors and BHP projects team. I also conducted budget forecasting and work force planning as well as contributing and assisting in business strategic planning and 5-year plans. I liaised with management regarding various aspects of Locomotive execution and provided recommendations for improvements and enhancements. Moreover, I provided coaching and mentoring for the frontline with new tools and processes to enhance processes and increase efficiency and productivity.Key Achievements:- Managed the Bogie change out on the SD70 locomotives and the rebuilding of traction motor combos at Perth Repair Centre by reducing tool time by 70hrs for traction motor change outs and reduction of 28K rebuild program from 14 days to 8 days.- Delivered standardised work in all Loco servicing reducing waste and time taken to conduct work.
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Locomotive Workshop SupervisorBhp Mar 2013 - Aug 2019Port Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaPrior to becoming the Senior Area Coordinator, I performed duties and responsibilities as Shift Supervisor where I utilised 1Sap to carry out daily tasks including creating work orders, time confirmations, adhering to daily/weekly plans, closing out work orders, creating and approving notifications, use of multi resource scheduling and managing breaks in work schedules. I supervised up to 12 team members including different contractor companies whilst conducting various section 22 responsibilities including field leadership observations and QA of locomotives prior to releasing to mainline service. I also engaged with various stakeholders related with OEM’s and Reliability and oversaw the 28K and 14K overhaul programs. I reviewed, updated and created WIN’s and relevant maintenance documents and liaised with management regarding various personnel issues including, work competencies, leave requests, training development and performance management.
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Supervisor And MaintainerBhp Oct 2011 - Mar 2013Port Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaIn this role, I conducted maintenance of BHP Ore cars and provided supervision of teams to ensure quality work standards were adhered with and completed in a timely manner. I assessed and rectified faults to the Rolling Stock fleet to ascertain operability of all equipment and maintain smooth operations to achieve the goals and objectives of the organisation and completed technical tasks in line with the work instructions, preventive maintenance instructions, component tracking, 1SAP compliance and safety requirements. I carried out daily tasks in work plans to meet KPI’s and proactively participated in all team meetings whilst ensuring strict compliance with all work health and safety standards, policies, processes and procedures established by the organisation and other regulatory agencies.
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Rfsu SoldierAustralian Army Oct 2017 - PresentPort Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaI am currently employed as a Training Corporal in the Pilbara regiment where i conduct training and preparedness of the troop patrol members. -
Mechanical Team Leader/Plant Mechanic–Mobile PlantGemco Rail Aug 2010 - Sep 2011Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaWorking with Gemco Rail, I oversaw a team with a diverse range of rail skills conducting scheduled and preventative maintenance and carried out field service and breakdowns on a range of locomotive makes and models including EMD, GE Alco and English electric. I maintained locomotive braking systems and overall locomotive systems as well as performing wagon maintenance and diagnostics with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. I conducted building/refurbishment of locomotives, which includes component change outs, component refurbishment, Bogie refurbishment, wheel set refurbishment and carrying out run in procedures according to OEM Specifications. More Importantly, I performed preventative and predictive maintenance tasks and other precision-based maintenance methods whilst completing maintenance records and maintained operating logbooks and databases as required. I conducted all tasks in accordance with company established processes, procedures and best practices and established thorough understanding and compliance with all work health and safety protocols. -
Workshop Supervisor/Plant Mechanic–Mobile PlantSouth Spur Rail Services Pty Ltd. May 2005 - Aug 2010Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaI started with South Spur Rail as a Trade Assistant and was then offered an apprenticeship in Plant Mechanics and was promoted to Workshop Supervisor upon completion of the apprenticeship. I oversaw 6 workers, consisting of both electrical and mechanical personnel, and conducted maintenance and repairs diagnostics in all aspects of locomotive and general heavy-duty diesel fitting with particular regard to braking systems that included Westinghouse, B7 and 26L. I conducted various types of diagnostics on hydraulic and pneumatic systems as well as wagon maintenance and breakdowns and maintenance on various other engines such as English Electric, Alco’s, EMD’s and GE’s. I also carried out running maintenance and breakdowns that had strict time constraints as an active team member of a team flown to different parts of Australia and being on 24hr on-call advice to locomotive operators across Australia. Furthermore, I managed the planning of scheduled maintenance and undertook preventative maintenance as well as conducting wheel measurements and rectifying wheel set problems.
Gareth Wilson Education Details
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Swan TafeCert 3
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Gareth Wilson works for Bhp
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Gareth Wilson's current role is Leadership, continuous improvement, people development, Heavy Haul Rail, Heavy Diesel Maintenance, Fixed plant maintenance planning and Scheduling.
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Gareth Wilson attended Swan Tafe.
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