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Education
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Aaron Riddle

Aaron Riddle

Ferntree Gully,VIC

Summary

Dynamic supervisor and leading hand with extensive experience managing crews across domestic, commercial, and government job sites. Proficient in general plumbing, concreting, formwork, welding, and machinery operation, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and compliance in high-risk and high-security environments. A proven track record of zero injuries or accidents underscores a dedication to maintaining a secure workplace while delivering quality results. Adept at fostering teamwork and ensuring project efficiency through effective leadership and communication skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leading Hand North East Link

Bothar Boaring and Tunneling
Melbourne, VIC
02.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
  • Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
  • Operated telehandler for loading and unloading of tunneling equipment also excavating shafts for TBM
  • Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.

Leading Hand

Laing O'Rourke Melbourne Airport Rail Early Works
Melbourne, VIC
02.2023 - 09.2024
  • Telehandler operator
  • Gantry crane operator
  • General labouring duties
  • Machine operating
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.

Yard manager

Speicapag
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Loading and unloading of stock
  • Welding
  • Fleet vehicles upkeep
  • Ordering ppe and uniform for workers
  • Machine operating
  • General yard duties

Labourer

Lincon
Melbourne, VIC
06.2020 - 11.2022
  • Company Overview: Rail Occupations
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.

Labourer

Cycon Civil
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Drainage
  • Pit Installation
  • Crane Pads
  • Machine Operations
  • Sheet Pilling
  • Oxy Welding
  • Road Construction From subgrade to bitumen also curb and channel
  • Loading trucks on Stockpiles and genre general loader and posi track duties

Labourer VSL

Caulfield to Dandenong Sky Rail
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Installing keeper plates and sheer pins
  • Crack injections
  • Installing pier platforms for segment installation

Labourer

Tulla Widening
02.2016 - 08.2017
  • Gantry works for dowel installation
  • Deck works from steel works and parapet removal
  • Along with other general labouring duties
  • Bridge Beam Installation

Plumber

Southwest Shed and Homes
11.2013 - 03.2015
  • General Plumbing duties

Commercial Plumbing/Operator

Project Plumbing Darwin Correctional Precinct
Darwin, NT
03.2013 - 10.2013
  • High Security project for government

Labourer/ Transmission Line Supervisor

Leighton Contractors Pty Ltd
04.2011 - 10.2012
  • Responsible for placement of anchor cages
  • Overseeing steel fixers
  • Crane Vehicle Movement Plans (VMPS's), including assessing area, choosing appropriate barriers and equipment required
  • Understanding of Leighton Safety Essentials
  • Concrete Labourer
  • Supervise the unloading of components
  • Leighton Induction – OHS&E

Education

Plumbing And Gas Fitting

South West Tafe
Warrnambool, VIC

Yr 10 High School

Baimbridge College
Hamilton, VIC

Skills

  • Machine operating experience
  • Capable of handling necessary tools and machinery relate to trade
  • Possess strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently & as part of a team
  • Possesses a high attention to detail
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently & complete set tasks
  • Fast learner & initiative worker
  • Possesses an awareness of Occupational Health & Safety procedures
  • Reliable, punctual & hardworking

Certification

  • Certificate III in Plumbing and Gas Fitting Depart. of Education & Training 2004
  • Driver Licence Class MR & C
  • Excavator
  • Haul Truck
  • Frontend Loader/Backhoe
  • Skid Steer
  • Frontend Loader
  • CPCCOHS1001A OHS Construction White Card
  • Working at Heights
  • Advanced First Aid
  • License to preform Dogging
  • CPC40110- Certificate IV Building and Construction (BUILDING)
  • Manual Handling
  • C6 Crane
  • Confined space and breathing apparatus

Timeline

Leading Hand North East Link

Bothar Boaring and Tunneling
02.2025 - Current

Leading Hand

Laing O'Rourke Melbourne Airport Rail Early Works
02.2023 - 09.2024

Yard manager

Speicapag
11.2022 - 02.2023

Labourer

Lincon
06.2020 - 11.2022

Labourer

Cycon Civil
07.2019 - 03.2020

Labourer VSL

Caulfield to Dandenong Sky Rail
09.2017 - 04.2018

Labourer

Tulla Widening
02.2016 - 08.2017

Plumber

Southwest Shed and Homes
11.2013 - 03.2015

Commercial Plumbing/Operator

Project Plumbing Darwin Correctional Precinct
03.2013 - 10.2013

Labourer/ Transmission Line Supervisor

Leighton Contractors Pty Ltd
04.2011 - 10.2012

Plumbing And Gas Fitting

South West Tafe

Yr 10 High School

Baimbridge College
Aaron Riddle