PETERREEVES

TECHNICAL WRITERABN: 70 002 399 698

preeves456@gmail.com

042 0600 608

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Technical WritingMac OSX and PCPhotoshopIllustratorInDesignMicrosoft OfficeAcrobat Pro

INDIVIDUAL QUALITIES

AccuracyInitiativeDriveCreativityTeamwork

RESUME

CAREER PROFILE

EMPLOYMENT

A highly-motivated Technical Writer with a solid six-year background writing complex technical documents relating to the manufacture and supply of heavy mining equipment (Train Unloaders and Train Positioners) for exacting Clients such as BHPBilliton, Rio Tinto and FMG.

I possess a highly adaptable skill-set, and have extensive abilities in producing corporate information, and the ability to relate to diverse groups from Senior Management, to highly qualified Technical Staff.

With skills in technical writing desktop publishing and graphic design I possess a strong eye for accuracy and detail, a commitment to producing a quality product, and enthusiasm for driving Projects to successful completion.

I have outstanding written and verbal abilities; excellent computer-literacy; a strong work ethic; research and analytical skills of a high order; and thrive on fresh ideas, initiative and creative flair, especially under pressure.

TECHNICALWRITERPerth WA2008-2014

DOCUMENTCONTROLLERPerth WA2007-2008

METSO MINERALS (AUSTRALIA)

In consultation with Project Engineers, Senior Field Technical Engineers and Client Representatives, I have been responsible for compiling a wide range of complex Technical Documentation relating to the supply and manufacture of heavy mining equipment (Train Unloaders and Train Positioners) valued at some $30 million for major minerals processing clients including BHPBilliton, Rio Tinto, and FMG. This has included:

● Installation procedures and presentations.● Operation and Control procedures and presentations. ● Maintenance manuals for Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulics systems.● Manufacturers Data Records (up to 30 500 page volumes) to provide a complete record of Traceability of the manufacture of the equipment.● A wide variety of Training manuals and PowerPoint presentations.

Achievements

● Increased productivity and reduced downtime in the production of Technical documents due to constant software failures by the replacement of Microsoft Word with a dedicated desktop publishing program (Adobe InDesign) better able to handle large volume files with detailed engineering graphics,

● Developed a standard template for a Metso Train Unloader Spare Parts manual using high-end 3D graphics.

● Standardised the look and presentation of Metso’s technical documentation in accordance with the Company’s global publication guidelines.

● In the 12 month period from 2012-2013 produced some 27 training manuals and PowerPoint presentations relating to the supply of three BHP Ore Car Dumpers - CD2, CD3, and CD4.

METSO MINERALS (AUSTRALIA)

Responsible for maintaining a database of Engineering drawings and documents exchanged between the Client, Metso Suppliers and Metso’s main Design Bureaus in Pittsburgh USA and Bristol UK.

COMMSASSISTANTPerth WA2007

CHRIST CHURCH GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Assisting with the development of the School’s new website and Content Management System; maintaining the School’s existing website; preparing weekly electronic newsletters to parents and staff; desktop publishing; and assisting the Director of Community Relations.

TECHNICALWRITERPerth WA2014

ENTERPRISE CONNECTED SOLUTIONS GROUP (ECSG) AND CSE-TRANSTEL AUSTRALIA

Employed to review, rewrite and troubleshoot a large number of technical documents associated with the supply of wireless and other communications networks to the Ichthys Project, the largest Oil and Gas undertaking in Darwin, NT.

REFEREES

FREELANCEJOURNALISTSydney NSW2006-2007

ESSENTIAL MEDIA COMMUNICATIONSLODESTAR COMMUNICATIONS

Sourcing and writing news stories and personal profiles for quarterly industry journals dealing with the national transport industry and state power industry.

MEDIA OFFICERPerth WA2004-2005

CONSTRUCTION, FORESTRY, MINING AND ENERGY UNION

Sourcing and writing news stories for the organisation’s quarterly journal, producing media releases and co-ordinating interviews, maintaining and updating the organisation’s website and producing a wide array of posters and brochures.

Achievements

● Improved the look and written content of the quarterly journal, Construction Worker, to make it more reader friendly, with the emphasis on professional writing, news reporting, and an increased coverage of local WA news and human-interest stories.

● Since the launch of the organisation’s website I was responsible for branding and promoting the site which resulted in a 60% increase in traffic.

● Production of Construction Worker magazine (circulation 8,600). I sourced and researched stories, conducted interviews and wrote news items concerning the construction industry. I managed most elements of the magazine from pre-press to production.

PUBLICITYOFFICERPerth WA2000-2004

COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC SECTOR UNION/CIVIL SERVICE ASSOCIATION

Co-ordinating and producing the organisation’s quarterly journal; sourcing researching and writing news items for publication; producing media releases and liaising with journalists; preparing campaign and media plans; re-designing and maintaining the organisation’s website and developing online products such as electronic newsletters; events management; and producing brochures and posters.

Achievements

● Being responsible for administering a budget of approximately $150,000 per annum, I was successful in reducing the cost of publishing and distributing quarterly CPSU/CSA Journal (circulation 8,000) by around $3,000 per issue.

● In association with the Secretary I also managed a number of high-profile media campaigns surrounding public sector pay claims. These resulted in increased public debate through letters pages and on talkback and also received coverage in metropolitan and regional print, radio and television outlets.

● In association with the System Administrator I implemented innovative communications strategies which resulted in a substantial improvement to the use of online technologies as a communications tool, such as online surveys which provided immediate feedback from members; bulk emails to members; and electronic newsletters in HTML format.

PERSONAL INTERESTSTechnical Writing; Design; Engineering; Aviation and Aerospace.

EDUCATIONBachelor of Arts (Social Science), Charles Sturt University NSW.

Nisarg ShahDirectorEnterprise ConnectedSolutions Group (ECSG)045 1092 411

Nigel ButlerSenior Field EngineerMetso Minerals (Australia)040 0065 622

Gary DayRegional Product Manager Bulk Materials HandlingMetso Minerals (Australia)9420 5555