ALAN DASHWOOD
Australind,Australia
Summary
Experienced in construction supervision with a strong focus on safety, resource management, and technical guidance. Skilled in leading teams, conducting safety inspections, and optimizing project workflows. Seeking to leverage expertise in a Civil Supervisor role to contribute to a dynamic team and drive successful project outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Supervisor
RDH
01.2022 - Current
- Setting up jobs and established project targets and requirements
- Managing personnel on the field
- Scheduled resources such as personnel and equipment according to project needs.
- Trained new staff members on relevant safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted safety inspections on construction sites to identify potential hazards or risks.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff on civil engineering methods, techniques, materials, and equipment.
- Conducted final trim grading operations, ensuring quality and precision.
Final Trim Operator
Highway Constructions
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Working as a FIFO on a 4/1 roster in day shifts in various construction projects, responsible for building bridge ways and highways, trailing stems, exploration, building dams, airport runways and drainage using safety techniques, strictly adhering to Company policies and procedures, fatigue management policies, industry guidelines and following Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
- Operating heavy vehicles and machinery such as CAT 12, 14M graders, D5 dozers, 36FL CAT diggers, Hitachi 3300's and Case 2040 dozer, conducting daily vehicle pre and post inspections and immediately reporting any major maintenance and mechanical issues and tagging out if unsafe to operate, completing relevant paperwork accurately
- Completing basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting of performance issues on heavy vehicles
- Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with the team, Supervisors and external parties as well as with the community and local health officials, always working collaboratively to achieve the common goal, dedicated to exceeding client demands
- Using two-way radio communication to communicate with other operators and Supervisors throughout site
- Maintaining cleanliness of vehicles as per cleaning schedules and ensuring trucks are always hygienic and safe
- Actively assisting in hazard reporting and incident investigation, having a clear understanding of site emergencies
- Acting as a Spotter for other truck operators as required
- Attending daily pre-starts and weekly toolbox meetings and actively participating and contributing to the growth of the business with a strong focus on improving the experience of customers, loss prevention and opportunities for business growth
All Round Operator
KCM Civil and Mining
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Working as a FIFO on a 3/1 roster in day shifts in various construction projects, responsible for steep terrain operations and exploration, operating D7, D8, D9T dozers, 14H, 14M graders, 30-36t diggers, 992 loader, six wheel tippers, prioritising safety, achieving KPIs
- During long stretches of travel, regularly stopped and visually checked for wear and tear of wheels, that the load is secure, that the lights are in working condition and that the hydraulic lines are functioning properly
- Assisted in labouring duties as required
- Systematically and methodically coached and developed the new staff with the unique ability to identify areas of improvement and identifying talent and then working with the team to exceed expectations, always promoting a safety culture and positive work ethics
- Attended daily team meetings
All Round Operator
Cross Verwijmeren
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Working as a FIFO on a 3/1 roster in day shifts in various construction projects, responsible for steep terrain operations and exploration, building construction pads and maintaining road asbestos clean ups, operating D7, D8, D9T dozers, 14H, 14M graders, 30-36t diggers, 992 loader, six wheel tippers, water carts, prioritising safety, achieving KPIs and all work in a timely manner as per SOPs
- Trained new staff on vehicle operations, promoting positive work ethics
Underground Dump Cart Operator
Contractor Brad Noonan Machines
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Responsible for operating 36t CAT digger CD and models, 336pc Komatsu, preparing forests for tree plantations
- Attended staff planning and professional learning and development days, identifying areas for personal and professional learning
Underground Bogger Operator
Noriske Nickle
10.2013 - 01.2015
Process Operator
Laminex
08.2011 - 10.2013
All Round Operator
Huddy's Plant Hire
02.2005 - 08.2011
Education
Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations -
National Health and Safety College
01.2021
Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations -
National Health and Safety College
01.2021
Skills
- Section 26
- Certificate III in Construction
- Skid Steer R11
- C6 Crane Ticket
- Section 44
- Rio Tinto, BHP and Hancock Inducted
- White Card
- ‘HR’ Class Driver’s Licence
- Forklift Ticket
- Certificate III in Process Operating Ticket
- Microsoft 365 (basic)
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Lead by example
- Excellent work ethics
- Treating everyone with respect & dignity
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Focus on safety
- Critical thinking & high attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Flexibility & adaptability
- Ability to multi-task & prioritise duties
- Ability to work autonomously & within a team
References
- Dillan Williamson, Supervisor, RDH, 0459 371 599
- Robert McLean, Supervisor, RDH, 0419 998 894
Timeline
Civil Supervisor
RDH
01.2022 - Current
Final Trim Operator
Highway Constructions
08.2020 - 01.2022
All Round Operator
KCM Civil and Mining
07.2019 - 08.2020
All Round Operator
Cross Verwijmeren
03.2018 - 07.2019
Underground Dump Cart Operator
Contractor Brad Noonan Machines
01.2015 - 12.2017
Underground Bogger Operator
Noriske Nickle
10.2013 - 01.2015
Process Operator
Laminex
08.2011 - 10.2013
All Round Operator
Huddy's Plant Hire
02.2005 - 08.2011
Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations -
National Health and Safety College
Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations -
National Health and Safety College