Mervin Franklin
Kombat,Namibia
Summary
Adept Mechanical Supervisor with a proven track record at Franklin's Workshop, enhancing equipment efficiency and team productivity through expert oversight and maintenance programs. Skilled in machinery operations and mechanical troubleshooting, I excel in adaptability, ensuring seamless project execution. My leadership has significantly improved team performance and client satisfaction, showcasing a commitment to excellence and results.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Supervisor
Franklin's Workshop
03.2012 - Current
- Ensured quality control with meticulous inspection of completed work, addressing any discrepancies promptly.
- Delegated team assignments, reviewed work and set schedules to maintain optimal coverage of all mechanical needs.
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives by offering valuable insights based on extensive field experience.
- Reported on work progress to manager and incorporated feedback to maintain tight schedules.
- Oversaw training and mentoring of team of 4 mechanical service teams
- Improved equipment efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and implementing regular maintenance procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to facilitate smooth project execution.
- Trained mechanical department personnel in procedures and safety requirements.
- Managed preventive maintenance programs to extend the service life of machinery while minimizing repair costs over time.
Mechanic
Power Line Africa
07.2009 - 02.2012
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and repairs on heavy diesel machinery.
- Streamlined workflow in the repair shop, maintaining a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient repairs.
- Optimized engine performance with thorough inspections, adjustments, and part replacements as needed.
- Conducted road tests to verify successful completion of repairs before returning vehicles to customers.
- Mentored junior mechanics, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards for heavy diesel maintenance and repair.
Education
High School Diploma -
12.1978
Diesel and petrol work shops.1983 onwards
self employed .Field services and repairs.
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Safety processes
- Repair work
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Machinery inspection
- Pneumatic Systems
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
Certification
- Training - course:
- hydraulic.
- neumatics
- rigging
- Turning
- milling machines
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Mechanical Supervisor - Franklin's Workshop
03.2012 - Current
Mechanic - Power Line Africa
07.2009 - 02.2012
Hts Carel De Wet - High School Diploma,
- Training - course:
- hydraulic.
- neumatics
- rigging
- Turning
- milling machines
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