Alexander Peterson
Campbelltown,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Traffic Controller and Warehouse Specialist with a proven track record at Traffic Logistics and Coles Distribution Centre. Hold current HR truck license and LR forklift license, Skilled Truck mounted attenuator (TMA) operator and in forklift operation. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to safety and productivity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Controller
Traffic Logistics
10.2018 - 08.2024
- Experienced in operating TMA (truck mounted attenuator).
- HR truck driving experience.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
- Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
- Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
- Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
- Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.
- Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
- Contributed to team development through cross-training initiatives, increasing overall knowledge and skillsets among fellow Traffic Controllers.
- Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
- Improved nighttime visibility and safety by installing and maintaining street lighting.
Storeperson
Zip Water
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Picked stock according to order sheets and prepared for transport.
- Operated equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts on daily basis.
- Restocked shelves and helped customers locate desired items.
- Received and checked incoming goods for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.
- Managed receiving area efficiently by organizing incoming shipments and verifying accuracy against purchase orders.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Parmalat
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
Warehouse Storeperson
Coles Distribution Centre
08.2007 - 08.2015
- Experienced in operating TMA (truck mounted attenuator).
- HR truck driving experience.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
- Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
- Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
- Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
- Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.
- Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
- Contributed to team development through cross-training initiatives, increasing overall knowledge and skillsets among fellow Traffic Controllers.
- Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
- Improved nighttime visibility and safety by installing and maintaining street lighting.
Education
Certificate IV - WHS
TAFE
Granville, NSW2019
Higher School Certificare -
Sarah Redfern High School
Minto, NSW2004
Skills
- Safety awareness & procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Scheduling/ allocations
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Forklift Operation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Two-way radio proficiency
- Current LR Forlift license
- Valid State Heavy Rigid driver's license
- 2 years experience operating HR trucks
- Traffic Control Supervisor
Timeline
Traffic Controller
Traffic Logistics
10.2018 - 08.2024
Storeperson
Zip Water
08.2016 - 08.2018
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Parmalat
08.2014 - 08.2016
Warehouse Storeperson
Coles Distribution Centre
08.2007 - 08.2015
Certificate IV - WHS
TAFE
Higher School Certificare -
Sarah Redfern High School
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