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Blackwater, Queensland, Australia

• Operated Cat 793F Rigid Haul Truck, Cat D8, and Cat D10 dozer to execute diverse mine tasks efficiently and safely.• Demonstrated proficiency in handling heavy machinery, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to operational standards.• Maintained a high level of situational awareness and vigilance while operating equipment to mitigate potential risks and ensure a safe working environment.• Collaborated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks and optimise workflow, contributing to the overall productivity of the mine site.• Implemented preventive maintenance measures on assigned machinery to minimise downtime and enhance operational efficiency.• Adapted quickly to changing work conditions and priorities, exhibiting flexibility and resilience in dynamic mining environments.

Multi-Skilled Operator: Cooper McCullough Group Civil & Mining Jun 2023 – Feb 2024• Operated a range of heavy machinery, including excavators (20t - 60t), dozers (Cat D6 - D10), bulk and articulated haul and water trucks (Cat 745 Volvo A45G), HR water carts, rollers, and compactors (825), ensuring precise and efficient execution of civil and mining projects.• Utilised Trimble/Cat Grade and Topcon systems to achieve high levels of accuracy in earthmoving operations, contributing to project timelines and quality standards.• Expertise in conducting daily prestart checks, creating Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and overseeing maintenance procedures to uphold equipment reliability and safety standards.• Supervised and mentored team members in safe operating practices, fostering a culture of accountability and adherence to safety protocols across project sites.• Executed various earthworks tasks, encompassing site preparation, clearing, haulage, trenching, culvert/pipe installation, benching, grading, landscaping, and civil infrastructure construction, demonstrating versatility and proficiency across diverse project scopes.• Contributed to the completion of critical mine services projects, including LV and HV parking areas, go lines, bunds, dragline shutdown pads, and radio communications infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Operated excavators (3t - 30t), positracks, tipper trucks, and an NDD vacuum truck, ensuring efficient and precise execution of civil and road construction projects.• Conducted prestart checks and routine maintenance on equipment to uphold operational efficiency and safety standards, minimising downtime and enhancing productivity.• Supervised and coordinated activities with traffic management teams to ensure the safe operation of heavy machinery in dynamic work environments, mitigating risks and adhering to regulatory requirements.• Executed bulk earthworks tasks, including site preparation, haulage, loading, trenching to laser grade, and excavation, demonstrating proficiency in diverse earthmoving operations.• Facilitated pipelaying activities, including digging trenches, shoring, de-watering, and backfilling, while maintaining adherence to project specifications and quality standards.• Assisted in various aspects of civil plumbing projects, such as site planning, deep excavations, and forming & pouring manholes, contributing to the successful completion of integrated infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated skill in bulk earthworks and civil construction operations over a decade, utilising a diverse range of heavy machinery, including excavators (5t - 60t), bulldozers (D6-D10), positracks, dump trucks, off-road forklifts, front-end loaders, and telehandlers, to achieve precise project outcomes.• Proficiently executed various earthmoving tasks, such as site preparation, bulk earthworks, laser grading/trimming, trenching, slinging/laying culverts/pipe, shoring, benching, and backfilling, demonstrating a keen attention to detail and adherence to project specifications.• Applied expertise in civil construction operations, encompassing road construction, site development, drainage systems, and utilities installation, by interpreting plans and specifications to ensure accurate project execution and alignment with client requirements.• Collaborated effectively with project teams, engineers, and supervisors to facilitate seamless project coordination, contributing to the achievement of project objectives within specified timelines and quality standards.• Prioritised safety as a core value, adhering to strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and mitigate potential risks.• Operated a wide range of machinery, including positracks, excavators, moxys, prime movers, graders, trucks, Land Rovers, off-road forklifts, rollers, and dozers, demonstrating versatility and adaptability across diverse project scopes and environments.

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