Aaron Thomas
Townsville,QLD
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger/dogmen
Metalrig
Townsville, QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Experienced in inspecting rigging gear and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Assisted in training new riggers and doggmen sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
Rigger/Doggmen
Multirig
Townsville, QLD
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
RIGGER/DOGGMAN
NORFAB
Townsville, QLD
05.2009 - 06.2019
- Manage rigging and dogging for the movement of structural steel and other components
- Coordinate and provide signals to crane operators
- Operate elevated work platforms and scissor lifts
- Perform general labouring to support workshop and site operations
- Carry out pre-start inspections
- Maintain and service equipment
- Install structural steel for major construction works including sheds, buildings and units
- Train, supervise and mentor apprentices and staff on site as required
- Prepare various components including truck chassis, structural beams and handrails for delivery
- Interpret AutoCAD drawings and diagrams
- Perform risk assessments prior to commencing tasks and conduct regular safety inspections
- Eliminate identified hazards where possible or utilise the safety matrix to minimise the risk
- Report all identified hazards to the supervisor
- Attend and actively participate in safety meetings
- Ensure the correct PPE is worn at all times
- Comply with all site and workshop safety requirements.
Education
Portland Central School
Portland, NSWSkills
- Extensive experience in rigging and dogging in commercial and industrial applications
- Supervisory and mentoring experience
- Competent machinery operator
- Outstanding communication and time management skills
- Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Able to interpret AutoCAD drawings
- Able to adhere to set procedures
- Understanding and appreciation of OHS requirements
CUST
I love spending time in the outdoors and also enjoy fishing and camping.
Qualities And Attributes
- Reliable and punctual
- Physically fit and hardworking
- Meticulous and well organised
- Fast and eager learner
- Positive, can do attitude
- Excellent work ethic
- A safety focused team player
References
- Rolf Johansen, Supervisor - Metalrig 0484699700
- Jacob Webb, Supervisor - Norfab 0448061678
Timeline
Rigger/dogmen
Metalrig
07.2023 - Current
Rigger/Doggmen
Multirig
06.2019 - 07.2023
RIGGER/DOGGMAN
NORFAB
05.2009 - 06.2019
Portland Central School