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Alan Rawlinson

Townsville,QLD

Summary

Accomplished supervisor with extensive experience in telecommunications infrastructure, including overseeing the installation of NBN technology for NBN Co Ltd . Results-driven Field Supervisor versed in site management and performance optimization. Highly effective at operating with minimal input and accomplishing project objectives according to budget and timeline requirements.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Supervisor

NBN Co Ltd
05.2015 - Current
  • Supervise the installation of type 1,2 and 3 technology- including all FDH, Node cabinets, Pillars and underground and aerial cables.
  • Conduct HSE safety audits on our Delivery Partners
  • Perform quality audits on installed underground network and customer equipment
  • Supervise the installation of all FTTB cabinets including SX48, ISAM 7330 and MX6 type cabinets.
  • Good understanding of exchange equipment and patching protocols.
  • Atlas accredited
  • ACM accredited
  • Pit and Pipe accredited
  • Confined space accredited
  • First aid accredited
  • Basic Copper Jointing accreditation
  • Defensive Driving
  • Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
  • Maintained accurate records of field activities, ensuring proper documentation was available for internal reviews and audits.
  • Resolved customer complaints to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.

Team Leader Manager

VisionStream
03.2010 - 06.2014
  • Installation of underground and aerial cables within Greenfield's and Brownfield areas in the Townsville area
  • Installation of MDU's in the Fibre footprint of Townsville
  • Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.

Labourer/Truck Driver/Backhoe Operator

Civil Plus Constructions
04.2008 - 03.2010
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
  • General Labouring duties

Supervisor

Bruman Rigging
05.2006 - 03.2008

Installation of small microwave towers of remote cattle stations in North Qld Area

  • Oversaw daily operations of the crew ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Supervisor of New Development

Silcar Communications
01.2000 - 04.2006
  • Manage New Development areas for Telstra including all Pit and Pipe Installations as well as Copper and Optic installation and relocation works,
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues,
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.

Advanced Rigger

Telstra
01.1984 - 12.1999

Erection of Telstra DRCS Microwave Towers in remote Queensland

Installation of Telstra Optic Fibre cable via Ploughing methods with Bulldozers

Depot Manager of 130 staff organising tools and material and personal issues regarding HSE.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kirwan State High School
Kirwan, QLD
12.1983

Skills

  • High risk work license
  • Advanced Rigger
  • Dogman
  • Forklift
  • Confined space
  • working at heights
  • Basic cable Jointer
  • Implement Traffic Management Plan
  • HR licence
  • Constuction industry Blue card
  • Asbestos Awareness Certificate
  • Task Delegation

Additional Information

DOB- 27-09-1966- Age 57

Male

Home Address- 426 Westpoint Road Magnetic Island Qld 4819

Married

Timeline

Field Supervisor

NBN Co Ltd
05.2015 - Current

Team Leader Manager

VisionStream
03.2010 - 06.2014

Labourer/Truck Driver/Backhoe Operator

Civil Plus Constructions
04.2008 - 03.2010

Supervisor

Bruman Rigging
05.2006 - 03.2008

Supervisor of New Development

Silcar Communications
01.2000 - 04.2006

Advanced Rigger

Telstra
01.1984 - 12.1999

High School Diploma -

Kirwan State High School
Alan Rawlinson