Jacob Ryan
Summary
Experienced hard-working supervisor with exceptional mobile or fix plant crushing and machine operating experience with the ability able to lead and supervise teams to achieve quality results within budget and according to deadline. Able to get the job done right the first time with a commitment to workplace health and safety objectives and zero harm to personnel and equipment - heavily experienced with civil & mining construction projects. Offers an extensive knowledge of procedure, safety, and environmental standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Crushing Supervisor
Austral Resources
10.2023 - Current
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Machine Guidance trainer for employees, trainer of new employees on commencement
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Mentored junior staff members to enhance their technical skills and boost overall team performance.
- Run day to day operations on a fix jaw cone and screen plant, along with leaching pad operations along with mobile equipment - 2km fixed conveyor belt for screening and processing
- Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes and maximize productivity.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
Leading Hand / Machinery Operator
Mineco-Maules Creek Coal
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Support for Site Supervisor with the management of a large team
- Machine Guidance trainer for employees, trainer of new employees on commencement
- Mentored junior staff members to enhance their technical skills and boost overall team performance.
- Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes and maximize productivity.
- Support person for all employees, run toolbox each morning with the daily KPIs and planning management
- Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Running cone and jaw crushers and screening plant machines in a circuit, seven-face crushing and screening plant
- Operate various Mobile Equipment and plants, perform cleaning and minor maintenance duties eg, greasing, servicing of machines
- Perform Site check and pre-start checks on all plant and equipment prior to operation while adhering to site policy and relevant legislation including environmental and WH&S
- Ensure all jobs are completed to the highest level of quality and safety with a 100% commitment to workplace health and safety.
Crushing Plant Operator / Machinery Operator
MLG OZ
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Running of a seven-face crushing and screening plant
- Running cone and jaw crushers and screening plant Machines in a circuit
- Assisted in training new operators on proper machinery use, safety procedures, and company guidelines, fostering a productive work environment.
- Act as a Spotter to guide equipment and machinery and operate the machinery to move materials around the worksite while meeting all WH&S objectives.
- Participant toolbox talks and safety meetings to perform tasks associated with the role, using a wide variety of hand and power tools
- Complete general laboring tasks as required including all aspects of concreting, marking out and general works (including machinery operation) as needed.
- Increased plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Improved overall plant performance through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Ensured accurate data collection by diligently recording all operational parameters and equipment readings for analysis.
Multi Machinery Operator / Supervisor
Goldward Civil Construction
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Operate various excavators and pozi tracks and frontend loaders from 20 ton to 5 ton
- And ensure all workplace health and safety standards
- Assisted in training new operators on proper machinery use, safety procedures, and company guidelines, fostering a productive work environment.
- Are always maintained and all works meet environmental legislative standards
- Work as part of a team to achieve work outcomes and perform pre-start checks on all plant and equipment prior to operation while adhering to site policy and relevant legislation including environmental and WH&S
- Ensure all jobs are completed to the highest level of quality and safety with a 100% commitment to workplace health and safety
- Perform cleaning and maintenance duties including welding, greasing, servicing of machines.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving machinery issues.
Excavator Operator
Rosehill Sandstone Quarry
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Operate 36 tonne excavators and the moxy dump trucks from 725 till 750
- And ensure all work place health and safety standards are maintained at all times and all works meet environmental legislative standards
- Work as part of a larger team to achieve work outcomes and perform pre-start checks on all plant and equipment prior to operation while adhering to site policy and relevant legislation including environmental and WH&S
- Ensure all jobs are completed to the highest level of quality and safety with a 100% commitment to workplace health and safety
- Perform cleaning and maintenance duties including welding, greasing, servicing of machines.
- Enhanced worksite safety by performing daily equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Increased project efficiency by collaborating with team members to complete excavation projects on schedule.
Horse Trainer Assistant
Jake Capewell Pre-Training & Breaking
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Prep horses for travel and feed, groom and exercise 80+ horses on a daily basis including administering any horse medication or special care and raking, mucking and sweeping the stables
- Maintain saddles, bridles and riding gear and help fit them to specific horses and clean, maintain and inspect chainsaws daily before each shift
- Supervise a team of 15.
- Enhanced horse performance by implementing personalized training plans and monitoring progress.
- Increased clients'' satisfaction with tailored training programs for individual horses based on their unique needs.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for horses, ensuring proper care and attention to their physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
Skills
- Operations Management
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Training and mentoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Employee Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Project Planning
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
Selected Achievements
- Successfully transitioned from a horse training environment to work as a Machinery & Crushing Operator in civil & mining construction with no loss to productivity or performance, stepping up the last few years as a lead head to now a supervisor In production.
- Trusted to meet targets, work independently or as part of a team and or to lead a team, stay under budget requirements and assist other trades with civil construction tasks.
Tickets And Licences
- Roller
- Skid Steer Loader
- Backhoe/Loader
- Excavator
- Front End Loader
- Dozer Operations
- Construction White Card
- Confined Spaces
- Working at heights
- Telehandler
- Gas Test Atmosphere
- BHP , WHITEHAVEN AUSTRAL RESOURCES - INDUCTED
Key Capabilities
Strong understanding of WH&S legislation with a proactive approach to safe work practices; takes personal responsibility for own safety as well as the safety of the team and reports all hazards or concerns., able to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team as required with the demonstrated ability to learn new processes, workflows, policies and procedures and a commitment to punctuality and accountability in the work environment., demonstrated ability to consistently deliver a high standard of work with an excellent working history; has the personality of a self- starter motivated by challenges and willing to work the required hours to achieve expected outcomes., skilled in all aspects of performance management with the ability to guide, train and mentor team members to achieve targets; able to ensure all WH&S and environmental standards are maintained., offers personal qualities of initiative, leadership, personal drive, flexibility, attention to detail and integrity with excellent communication skills and the ability to think outside the box to resolve problems and create win-win outcomes., able to operate equipment including Trucks, Loaders and Excavators and a wide variety of mobile crushing plant equipment with utmost care for the machinery; conducts pre-start checks and fills in required paperwork.
TICKETS AND LICENCES, QUALIFICATIONS
Roller Skid Steer Loader Backhoe/Loader Excavator Front End Loader Dozer Operations Construction White Card
Confined Spaces Working at heights Telehandler Gas Test Atmosphere Geotechnical Awareness Training
BHP INDUCTED WHITEHAVEN INDUCTED AUSTRAL RESOURSES INDUCTED
References
- NICK Lhotka, Austral Resourses, 0421 320 181
- MATT Rousel, Mineco, Supervisor, 0422 054 620
- BRETT Gollan, Goldward Civil, Owner, 0413 293 515
- JAKE Edwards, Goldward Civil, Owner, 0478 149 043
- Jake Capewell, Jake Capewell Horse Breaking, Owner, 0409 765 958
Timeline
Crushing Supervisor
Austral Resources
10.2023 - Current
Leading Hand / Machinery Operator
Mineco-Maules Creek Coal
09.2022 - 09.2023
Crushing Plant Operator / Machinery Operator
MLG OZ
06.2021 - 09.2022
Multi Machinery Operator / Supervisor
Goldward Civil Construction
08.2020 - 06.2021
Excavator Operator
Rosehill Sandstone Quarry
09.2019 - 08.2020
Horse Trainer Assistant
Jake Capewell Pre-Training & Breaking
01.2018 - 09.2019
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