David Vazquez Pelaez
About David Vazquez Pelaez
David Vazquez Pelaez is a Mechanical Maintenance Planner with over a decade of experience in preventative and corrective maintenance, primarily in the civil and mining industries. He has held various roles, including positions at Saica Group, Glencore Zinc, MATSA, and Tronox, where he specializes in planning and executing major shutdowns for Fixed Plant assets.
Current Role at Tronox
David Vazquez Pelaez currently serves as a Mechanical Maintenance Planner at Tronox, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Western Australia, where he is responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure the efficiency and reliability of mechanical systems. His role involves strategic planning for maintenance schedules and overseeing execution to minimize downtime.
Previous Experience in Maintenance Planning
Prior to his current role, David worked as a Maintenance Planner at MATSA from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on maintenance strategies in Almonaster la Real, Andalusia, Spain. Before that, he spent three years at Glencore Zinc from 2017 to 2020 as a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler in Queensland, Australia. His experience in these roles has equipped him with skills in managing maintenance operations effectively.
Background in Mechanical Maintenance
David's career in mechanical maintenance began in 2005 when he worked as a Maintenance Technician at FCC Construcción in Spain for three years. He transitioned to a Diesel Fitter role at Glencore Zinc from 2012 to 2017, where he gained hands-on experience in maintenance tasks. His early career laid the foundation for his expertise in both preventative and corrective maintenance.
Education and Qualifications
David studied at Colégio Salesiano Santo Domingo Savio, where he specialized in the Maintenance of Industrial Equipment. He achieved a Diploma in this field, which provided him with essential knowledge and skills applicable to his roles in mechanical maintenance and planning.
Specialization in Shutdown Planning
David specializes in planning and executing major shutdowns for Fixed Plant assets. His expertise in this area is critical for ensuring that maintenance activities are conducted efficiently, minimizing operational disruptions during scheduled downtimes. This specialization contributes to the overall reliability and performance of the facilities he manages.