Sam Fallowfield Email & Phone Number

Perth, Wa, Au

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Working for Contract Resources has provided valuable experience in the Oil & Gas sector. I have been involved in the Darwin life extension project, where my role has focused on maintaining the purification area and working on gas filtering systems.• Work Pack Guidance: Follow client work packs, assisting team members in understanding and following processes and procedures.• Blinding and Deblinding: Safely perform blinding and deblinding of vessels using appropriate flange management procedures.• Inspection: Inspect flanges, pipe spools, valves, etc., for damage and report any issues.• Torquing Flanges: Apply correct torquing methods using various cassettes and torquevalues.• Tensioning Flanges: Perform tensioning of flanges following correct procedures.• Breathing Apparatus Use: Utilize breathing apparatus inside vessels and during the firstbreak.• Filter Changes: Replace filters and inspect vessels for damage during the process.• Bundle Pulling: Assist with the removal and installation of tube bundles.• Crew Leadership: Lead a diverse team of up to 8 people, managing different languagesand cultures.• Client & Employee Liaison: Communicate effectively with clients, operators, supervisors,and shutdown superintendents. • Coordination with Contractors: Work with other contractors on simultaneous operations, crane operations, scaffolders, etc.• Permit Handling: Hold and manage various types of permits.• Valve and Pipe Installation: Install valves and piping accurately.• Reading Drawings: Interpret drawings to ensure correct fitting of pipework andassociated valves.Initiative and Teamwork: Work independently and as part of a team.• I am well-versed in safety protocols, including job hazard analysis and conducting “Take5” safety checks, ensuring a proactive approach to risk management.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

As a Fixed Plant Mechanical Technician directly engaged by the client, I was responsible for managing and maintaining a diverse range of fixed plant equipment. During shutdowns, I oversaw contractors to ensure maintenance activities were performed in compliance with Goldfields' policies and procedures. My key responsibilities included:• Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems: Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.• Fixed Plant Maintenance: Comprehensive maintenance of fixed plant equipment, including paste plants and reverse osmosis systems with automated dosing.• Equipment Rebuilds: Full pump rebuilds (Warmans), jaw crusher and cone crusher overhauls.• Precision Maintenance: Pulley alignments using laser technology, bearing replacements, and maintenance of various valves (knife gate, globe, pinch valves).• Preventative and Breakdown Maintenance: Conducted both preventative maintenance and responsive breakdown repairs.• Training and Supervision: Trained apprentice mechanical fitters in equipment installation and maintenance, and supervised contractors during shutdowns.• Documentation and Systems Management: Created and managed work orders through AMT and tracked parts using SAP.• Poly Welding: Expertise in welding a variety of pipe sizes.• Onsite Maintenance: Performed on-site maintenance and repair tasks, ensuringadherence to preventative maintenance schedules.• Troubleshooting: Executed in-depth troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve mechanicalfailures, identifying potential issues and collaborating with supervisors for swiftremediation.• Crane Operation: Operated 35T Humma and 25T Franna cranes, with dogging experienceup to 70T cranes.• Collaborative Work: Worked closely with colleagues on assembly tasks and productadjustments, ensuring precise fitting and assembly of parts and piping.

Perth

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

As a fixed plant mechanical fitter with FLSmidth, your role involved:Extensive Travel: Traveled across Western Australia to various mine sites for equipment repairs during shutdowns.• Routine Maintenance: Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as crushers, conveyors, pumps, and screens.• Fault Diagnosis: Diagnosed mechanical faults and addressed issues efficiently.• Parts Replacement: Replaced worn or damaged parts to ensure optimal equipment performance.• Equipment Installation: Installed and calibrated new equipment, including assisting in commissioning processes.• Preventive Maintenance: Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to avoid equipment failures.• Machinery Inspections: Conducted thorough inspections of machinery to ensure safe and efficient operation.• Regulatory Compliance: Adhered to health, safety, and environmental regulations to maintain a safe working environment.• Safety Meetings: Participated in safety meetings to discuss and improve safety practices.• Record Keeping: Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and reported equipment deficiencies.• Team Collaboration: Collaborated with team members and provided technical support to junior fitters and apprentices.

Gore, Southland, New Zealand