Andrew Barsdell
Coleambally,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in heavy machinery operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to manage inventory and train employees effectively, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Agriculture aircraft loader
Mas Ag work
Coleambally, NSW
01.2021 - Current
- Precisely mixing chemicals according to specified formulas.
- Operating and maintaining semi truck and trailer.
- Loading of urea into aircraft via dump loader and telehandler.
- Overcame challenges of working in remote areas to maintain operational efficiency.
- Operated heavy machinery to load agricultural products efficiently.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize loading schedules and enhance workflow.
- Inspected equipment for safety and maintenance before operations.
- Managed inventory of materials during loading processes to support effective resource allocation.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while performing loading tasks consistently.
- Reported any damaged goods immediately to supervisor for further inspection or repair.
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and other equipment to perform loading tasks.
Seasonal Worker
Various
Australia wide
01.1998 - 01.2023
- Operated a range of grape harvesters including Braud and Gregouire.
- Supervised bin chaser crews to ensure efficient and effective harvest operations.
- Worked night shift and put in long hours to meet harvesting demands.
- Operated 4 rotary rake for silage.
- Operated forage harvester for silage.
- Operated front end loader for silage pit.
- Operated various combine harvesters for grain harvest.
- Bin chaser on all types of harvests.
- Operated excavator.
- Performed daily preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Handled unsupervised work situations, demonstrating strong decision making and problem solving skills.
Dump Truck Driver
Bsl minning
Mildura
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated dump truck to efficiently transport materials across mining site, ensuring timely delivery.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on dump truck machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings and reviewed all relevant safety protocols prior to operating any vehicle.
- Maintained constant communication with dispatch center via telephone or radio for clear instructions and coordination.
- Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
Stamands removals
owner
Victoria wide, Vic
04.1998 - 03.2006
- Owner operated 3 removals truck across Victoria.
- Interstate removals of homes and businesses.
- Managed team of 6 staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assessed customer needs quickly to provide tailored solutions.
- Coordinated courier services for diverse clients, maintaining service quality.
- Delivery of whitegoods.
- Managed documentation related to daily business functions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Skills
- Aerial application techniques
- Chemical mixing
- Safe chemical handling
- Heavy machinery operation
- Machinery operations
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Loading and unloading
- Truck loading
- Vehicle loading
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Freight operations
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Team coordination
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Employee training
Certification
Heavy combination license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Agriculture aircraft loader
Mas Ag work
01.2021 - Current
Dump Truck Driver
Bsl minning
02.2018 - 01.2020
Stamands removals
owner
04.1998 - 03.2006
Seasonal Worker
Various
01.1998 - 01.2023