Houston Kosef
Dubbo,NSW
Summary
Skilled Dozer and Truck Operator with over 13 years experience in Mining (Surface Extraction), adept in heavy equipment operation and workplace safety. Demonstrated expertise in equipment care and critical thinking, successfully trained new employees, and enhanced safety protocols. Proven ability to interpret technical drawings and manage risks, contributing to efficient team operations and accident prevention.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dozer Operator
Peabody Energy
08.2019 - Current
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment on slopes, hillsides and roadsides.
- Utilize GPS Systems.
- Rehab / Final trim works.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from vehicles and trailers.
- Trained new employees in efficient and safe operation of dozer.
- Utilizing and writing Take 5's / SLAM's (Stop Look Assess Manage) and JHA's (Job Hazard Assessment).
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
Dozer Operator
Alkane Resources
02.2014 - 05.2019
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment on slopes, hillsides and roadsides.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from vehicles and trailers.
- Trained new employees in efficient and safe operation of dozer.
- Performed daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Utilizing and writing Take 5's and JHA's (Job Hazard Assessment)
Truck Operator
Barrick Gold
02.2011 - 01.2013
- Safe operation of Trucks -CAT 785B; 785D 789B; 789C; CAT 777D Water Cart; 789D Haul Truck; dump truck, efficient and timely transport of materials.
- Work effectively to conditions and as part of a production team.
- Hazard identification tools: FLRA (Field Level Risk Assessment)
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to maintenance for corrective action.
Skills
- Equipment care
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Bulldozer Operations
- Self Motivation
- Workplace Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Team Communication
- Accident Prevention
Timeline
Dozer Operator
Peabody Energy
08.2019 - Current
Dozer Operator
Alkane Resources
02.2014 - 05.2019
Truck Operator
Barrick Gold
02.2011 - 01.2013
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