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Ashley Herwin

Palmview,Australia

Summary

I completed a Diploma of Aviation through Townsville Helicopters and Tafe Qld. I have been flying full time since February 2023. I am currently seeking the opportunity to fill any current or future position you may have within your organisation. I currently hold a CPL-Helicopter license and have a LLF rating. My license covers both the Robinson R22, R44, R66 and Bell B206L. Although reasonably new to the industry & in the higher age bracket I have a high drive to achieve in the Aviation Industry. Previously over 25 years' experience in the mining industry, 18 years with the one company, operating a range of mining equipment in open cut mines. Experience is broad and ranges from using smaller cutting tools through to large excavators and trucks. This includes but is not limited to Loader, Grader, Dozer, Draglines, Cable Tractors, Rear Dumps, Water Carts, Excavators, Extensive Operator experience has resulted in a detailed understanding of how to identify mechanical issues and conduct basic repairs, including performing pre-starts prior to using machinery and Equipment Servicing.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CPL Helicopter Pilot

Fortescue Helicopters
02.2023 - Current
  • Ferry Work Newman to Gold Coast and return.
  • Ferry work from Jandakot to Newman.
  • Gravity Survey remote, three months in NT, doing all the general maintenance between the 100 hourly's
  • Ferry work Newman to Horn Island and return
  • Flora and Fauna Surveys, WA
  • Animal Surveys, WA
  • Ferry work Phillip Island to Newman.
  • Scenic flights Newman and surrounds
  • Scenic flights, Guests of Andrew Forrest, Karratha WA

Open Cut Plant Operator

Ensham Resources
01.2005 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Based in Emerald, QLD, Ensham Resources is a key part of the support activities for the mining industry
  • Employing a workforce of over 500 staff, the Ensham operation comprises of both an open cut and underground mine, with total production levels of 5.2 million tonnes per annum (mtpa)
  • Operating a range of heavy mobile equipment to safely and efficiently perform various mining tasks and meet production targets
  • Examples of the heavy equipment use includes: Loader, Grader, Dozer, Draglines, Excavator, Rear Dump Trucks, Water Carts, Road Train Coal Haulage, Scraper, Belly Dumper, Wheel Dozer
  • Conduct regular inspections on heavy equipment / machinery used, and ensure everything is in working order
  • Report any defects / operating issues and complete pre-start reports prior to each use, and conduct basic repairs and maintenance work as and when required
  • Cut and move overburden from pit to uncover coal
  • Pre-Strip and Coal Mining; Stockpile Maintenance and Coal Train Loading; Mine Reclamation and Rehabilitation
  • Collaborate and work closely with a range of other site workers, including fellow Operators, Contractors, Mine Services, Engineers & Management
  • Key member of the Fire & Rescue / Road Crash Crew; this involves being able to use Breathing Apparatus utilised in toxic environments, attending to road crash recovery, cutting cars open to release those that are trapped inside, removing people from earth moving equipment, and facilitating advanced First Aid and Resuscitation as required
  • Based in Emerald, QLD, Ensham Resources is a key part of the support activities for the mining industry
  • Employing a workforce of over 500 staff, the Ensham operation comprises of both an open cut and underground mine, with total production levels of 5.2 million tonnes per annum (mtpa)

Open Cut Plant Operator

Thiess Contractors
01.2001 - 12.2004
  • This role was focused on operating a range of mining equipment and machinery to expose and cart coal

Education

Diploma of Aviation -

Townsville Helicopters/Tafe Qld
09.2022

Skills

  • Helicopter maintenance
  • Operational planning
  • Flight safety
  • Navigation
  • Helicopter operations
  • Emergency procedures
  • Load calculations
  • Pre-flight check
  • Fuel management
  • Operational awareness
  • Weather analysis
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Route navigation
  • Route planning
  • Pre-flight checks

Flying Hours

R22 - 115hrs

R44 - 908hrs

R66 - 282hrs

B206L - 298hrs


Total hours - 1,603 hrs

Certification

  • Diploma of Aviation
  • CPL-H
  • Low Level Endorsement
  • HUET
  • GTE
  • DAMP Certificate
  • Fatigue Management
  • Drug and Alcohol
  • Dangerous Goods awareness
  • Current ASIC card

Previous Experience

  • Open Cut Plant Operator, Ensham Resources, Emerald, QLD, 01/01/04, 12/31/22, Operating a range of heavy mobile equipment to safely and efficiently perform various mining tasks and meet production targets., Conduct regular inspections on heavy equipment / machinery used, and ensure everything is in working order., Report any defects / operating issues and complete pre-start reports prior to each use, and conduct basic repairs and maintenance work as and when required., Cut and move overburden from pit to uncover coal., Collaborate and work closely with a range of other site workers, including fellow Operators, Contractors, Mine Services, Engineers & Management., Key member of the Fire & Rescue / Road Crash Crew.
  • Open Cut Plant Operator, Thiess Contractors, 01/01/01, 12/31/04, Focused on operating a range of mining equipment and machinery to expose and cart coal.

Timeline

CPL Helicopter Pilot

Fortescue Helicopters
02.2023 - Current

Open Cut Plant Operator

Ensham Resources
01.2005 - 12.2022

Open Cut Plant Operator

Thiess Contractors
01.2001 - 12.2004
  • Diploma of Aviation
  • CPL-H
  • Low Level Endorsement
  • HUET
  • GTE
  • DAMP Certificate
  • Fatigue Management
  • Drug and Alcohol
  • Dangerous Goods awareness
  • Current ASIC card

Diploma of Aviation -

Townsville Helicopters/Tafe Qld
Ashley Herwin