Employee Spotlight - Gillies

1. Position at Pneutech:

   • Applications Engineer (Northern Victoria)

2. How long have you been working with Pneutech?

   • Just about to hit 12 months.

3. Why did you choose to pursue a career in your field?

   • I like to be mentally stimulated, so this role is perfect as every enquiry, and each day, something different is happening. It keeps me on my toes.

4. What has been your favourite project to work on at Pneutech?

   • There have been a few, however, I like working with VMECA Vacuum. Some of the processes and products are fascinating, and there are so many ways to do things, I find out something new each day.

5. What aspect of your role do you enjoy the most?

   • I love seeing how things are made, and the processes/solutions that have been developed over a long period of trial and error.

6. What tips or advice would you give someone starting a new job?

   • Forget everything that you think you might know, particularly in this role. I have found that you do not need to know every answer, it’s about being honest with your customer’s and knowing where to go to get the answer they require.

7. What is one thing you can’t live without?

   • My kids.

8. What’s something that you’ve always wanted to try or learn?

   • Sky diving would be at the top, closely followed by swimming with sharks.

9. How would your best friend describe you?

   • Calm but intense, and always on the go.

10. If you could pick any superpower, what would it be and why?

    • Teleport, I would love to see the world but have the comfort of my own bed each night!
      

(May 2025)