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Benjamin Nicholson – Professional Profile
1 Bilgola Drive, Kewarra Beach Queensland 4879
(M) 0449 506 593 (E) ben_nico@hotmail.com
Summary
Meticulous Instrument Technician with over 12 years varied heavy industrial experience.
Excellent at juggling multiple tasks/work fronts and working under pressure. Broad industry
experience includes Construction, Commissioning, Maintenance and Service, both onshore and
offshore. Excellent work ethic with a commitment to top tier performance. Strong leadershipskills
in addition to technical advancement and customer satisfaction focus.
Highlights
 Superior Troubleshooting Skills
 Preventative maintenance
 TeamLeadership
 Pneumatics and hydraulics
 Process Instrument Maintenance Expertise
 Strong attention to detail
 Field installation expertise
 Equipment Maintenance
 Diagnostic Specialist
 Plant Operations and HMI Support
 Extremely Safety-oriented
 Calibration, Inspection and Testing
 Data & Report Compilation
Accomplishments
 Successfully completedthe pre commissioningof the GasTurbine GeneratorsforChevron/GEaheadof
schedule
 Assistedinbringingthe OriginEnergy ReedyCreekWTFon line 3monthsaheadof schedule
 WhilstemployedbyEnerflex Iensuredthe QGCFieldCompressionStationswereavailableaheadof schedule
at KenyaEast, Jammatand Wandoan.
 Supervisionof all worksandsystemsthroughoutcontractensuringall systemswereavailableasper
schedule.
 Supervisionof majorshutdownworksforBHPBilliton
Employment & Experience Synopsis
EPS Group Australia – APLNG Upstream & Chevron Gorgon 01/2014 to 08/2016
Instrumentation & Control Commissioning
 Tested and operated a variety of electrical components and systems.
 Traced and diagnosed malfunctions with hand tools and test equipment.
 Collaborated with a diverse team of electrical and mechanical engineers.

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 Assembled wiring, electrical and electronic components.
 Directed electricians/technicians on installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring
and equipment.
 Prepared equipment for all operations.
 Aligned and tuned complicated inter-related circuits and electromechanical systems.
 Interpreted electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints and diagrams.
 Kept permits, isolation tags and logs current at all times.
 Verified that all equipment was certified and met regulatory requirements.
 Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
 Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
 Troubleshooting of electrical/electronic control circuits.
 Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments.
 Managed and updated equipment records.
 Notified managers of major repairs or MOC’s required.
 Informed supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment and faulty
instrumentation.
 Installed equipment and systems on time and on schedule.
 Consistently adhere to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety
and environmental compliance.
 Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing
practices and SOPs.
 Apply mathematical skills to solve technical problems.
BHP Billiton － Roxby Downs, SA 11/2011 - 08/2014
Supervisor/Maintenance Technician
 Capably identify improvement opportunities based on testing results and new technologies.
 Perform assembly and testing of production hardware within the confines of systems,
procedures and production.
 Apply mathematical skills to solve technical problems.
 Perform customer acceptance testing within the Smelter, Acid plant, Feed Prep and Utilities.
 Test and certify calibration of assets to verify conformance to specifications using various
calibration equipment.
 Consistently adhere to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety
and environmental compliance.
 Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing
practices, WMS and SOPs.
 Maintain repair status in spreadsheets used in the production department quality review
meetings.
 Communicate product and machine failure details to the design team and reliability
departments.

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 Work from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation and/or verbal/written
instructions.
 Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment.
 Demonstrate excellent mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use,
repair and maintenance.
 Inspect equipment and systems to identify issues and report problems to repair technicians.
 Prepare operational reports and provide information to Superintendents.
 Maintained composure and patience in face of difficult production situations.
 Displayed courtesy and strong interpersonal skills with all personnel interactions.
 Trained and mentored new employees and explained protocols clearly and efficiently.
 Referred difficult issues to upper management while maintaining positive rapport with
production personnel.
 Provided thorough support and problem resolution for production.
 Mentored other technicians and apprentices.
 Developed and maintained positive multi trade relationships.
 Maintained a calm, professional demeanor when faced with high demand, high volume
workloads.
 Researched, documented and escalated cases to higher levels of support according to internal
procedures.
 Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and
environmental compliance.
 Worked with managers to implement company policies and goals.
 Troubleshooting problems with equipment, devices or assets.
 Started up and shut down processing equipment.
 Tested machinery, equipment and parts to identify any defects.
 Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repair.
 Assembled and installed wiring, electrical and electronic components.
 Routinely inspected machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
 Replaced worn and damaged hoses, wiring and belts.
 Installed, calibrated and configured combustible, toxic gas detectors.
 Briefed new team members on procedures and project goals during shutdowns.
 Recorded pressure, temperature, level and flow data into databases.
 Maintained up-to-date and accurate repair logs in SAP.
 Supervised a team of 16 employees.
 Read manufacturer manuals, diagrams and specifications as required prior to repairing
equipment.
 Maintained systems involving hazardous chemicals, gases and liquids.
 Stooped, climbed ladders and lifted heavy loads during set-up for major outages.
 Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
 Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments.
 Completed routine preventative maintenance.
 Managed and updated equipment records.

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 Troubleshooting electrical/electronic control circuits.
 Performed monthly, semi-annual and annual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services.
 Kept permits, isolation tags and logs current at all times.
 Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
ABB Australia － Sydney, NSW 04/2005 - 11/2011
Service Technician
 Ensured customer satisfaction by providing highest quality of products and ensuring all
equipment was properly installed and working correctly.
 Define and initiate projects, manage costs, schedule, and project performance, while
ensuring the success of the scope of work
 Troubleshot, repaired and set telemetry for a range of industries.
 Assessed customer operations and made recommendations to improve safety,
 Increase productivity, enhance performance and reduce costs.
 Performed routine automation equipment maintenance at various production-related
facilities.
 Quickly replaced faulty parts and unit wiring and retested systems.
 Set up sensitive electronic test tools and equipment.
 Rebuilt and repaired faulty instrumentation.
 Verified that all equipment was certified and met regulatory requirements.
 Repaired electrical equipment using hand and power tools and testing and diagnostic
equipment.
 Estimated costs of repairs to determine feasibility.
 Performed monthly, semi-annual and annual Preventive Maintenance
 Checks and Services across several industry fields.
 Installed all electrical wiring and pipework during remodeling projects.
 Maintained up-to-date backups, images and assets.
 Verified that all equipment was certified and met regulatory requirements.
 Climbed towers, worked in confined crawl spaces and worked a flexible, non-standard
workweek.
 Collected, entered and analysed data and created reports based on findings.
 Trained maintenance journeymen electricians and instrumentation apprentices.
 Answered customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit
terms.
 Identified prospective customers by using business directories and following leads from
existing clients.
 Continued internal education, training and certifications to stay ahead of an evolving
industry landscape, learned new product releases, and increased value to the company and
the client base.
 Negotiated prices and terms of sales and service agreements.
 Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.

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 Maintained customer records, using automated systems.
 Worked on offshore projects, which provided value to the department, the company, and
the client base.
 Inspected and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
 Assembled wiring, electrical and electronic components.
 Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments.
 Recorded the type and cost of maintenance and repair work.
 Troubleshooting equipment by running electrical and electronic testing devices.
 Requisitioned supplies and equipment for maintenance.
 Completed routine preventative maintenance.
 Notified managers of major repairs or additions needed.
Professional Training & Development
2016 Allens Training Pty Ltd － Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Statement of Attainment: CPR/LVR
2016 Australian Federal Police Clearance
Clear
2015 Plumbers, Gas Fitters & Electricians Act
WA Restricted Electrical Licence
2014 Cape Skills － Roxby Downs, SA, Australia
Work Safely at Heights
2014 Cape Skills － Roxby Downs, SA, Australia
Gas/Atmosphere Testing
2014 Cape Skills － Roxby Downs, SA, Australia
Confined Space Entry/Standby
2014 Cape Skills － Roxby Downs, SA, Australia
CPR/LVR
2013 TAFE SA － Roxby Downs, SA, Australia
Senior 1st Aid
2009 iFAP － Fremantle, WA, Australia
BOSIET
2009 iFAP － Fremantle, WA, Australia
HUET
2005 WorkCover Australia － Sydney, NSW, Australia
Elevated Work Platform
2005 WorkCover Australia － Sydney, NSW, Australia
Operate Forklift
2004 WorkCover Australia － Sydney, NSW, Australia
OHS General Induction Card (White Card)
Professional & Personal referees

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Available on request.