Ben Neilson
Perth,WA
Summary
I am a confident, focused and self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills. I have the ability to work co-operatively with a diverse multinational team in high-pressure situations and use my own initiative to achieve company objectives. I have 10 years industry experience, starting as a laborer, working through the ranks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Tutt Bryant Heavy lift and shift
Perth, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Managed SPMT scope for Enfield RTM 2000t Ro-Ro operation.
- Managed SPMT and gantry scope for Campbell decommission campaign.
- Managed SPMT and crane scope for TVI decommission campaign.
- Managed multiple yacht and naval relocations at AMC.
Trainer/Site Manager
Siemens Gamesa France
11.2020 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented SPMT training program for 52 new operators, ensuring compliance with ESTA regulations.
- Responsible for 44 axle lines and 5 PPUs, creating and following all maintenance procedures.
- Provided expert guidance to clients regarding specialized lifing as well as LoLo and RoRo operations.
- Maintained up-to-date records of trainee progress and provided regular updates to management team.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.
SPMT/Conventional Supervisor
Sarens Bulgaria
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Supervised the load in and load out process for more than 150 modules, each weighing between 1000 tons and 2000 tons at the South transshipment base for the TCO FGP Project
- Completed service and maintenance on K24, K25, and Goldhofer PST during project.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
Senior SPMT Mammoet
ALE UK
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed job planning, adhering to RAMS guidelines while overseeing the building of SPMTS as a senior SPMT operator/foreman.
- Provided technical guidance and support to junior members within the team.
Mammoet Canada SPMT Operator
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Worked within a team of 50 people to complete a project safely and ahead of schedule that included transportation of over 100 modules and 10 vessels for the largest refinery in western Canada (NWR)
- I worked closely with the engineering team and operations to produce the best possible solutions for our clients.
ALE Roll Lift Junior operator
ALE Roll
01.2014 - 09.2015
- As a junior operator I spent my time learning the industry and how it works; this included completing all safety training courses, learning how to read hydraulic and electrical schematics, basic troubleshooting, grasping engineering drawings, becoming time conscious and working in a large team.
Education
Level 3 Advanced Engineering - Engineering
Tarleton High School
07.2013
Skills
- SPMT and alternative lifting
- Project/Site management
- Communication skills
- Co-operative teamwork
- Initiative
- Maintenance procedures
- Client consultation
- Legislation compliance
- Load in and load out
- Service and maintenance
- Mentoring
- Planning
- RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statement)
- Troubleshooting
- Engineering drawings
- Client interaction
- Transportation and installation
- Offshore/onshore modules
- Railway bridge installation
- Teamwork
- Hydraulic and electrical schematics reading
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Urgency in time-critical situations
- Problem-solving
- Safety consciousness
- Engineering problem-solving
- Efficient job execution
- Reading and executing engineered drawings
Accomplishments
- Ultra marathoner- Delirious 100mile race
- IOSH Managing Safely (Achieved)
- Mental Health First Aid (Achieved)
- Created and executed SPMT training plan for over 50 operators
Timeline
Project Manager
Tutt Bryant Heavy lift and shift
08.2023 - Current
Trainer/Site Manager
Siemens Gamesa France
11.2020 - 07.2023
SPMT/Conventional Supervisor
Sarens Bulgaria
07.2019 - 11.2020
Senior SPMT Mammoet
ALE UK
11.2016 - 07.2018
Mammoet Canada SPMT Operator
09.2015 - 11.2016
ALE Roll Lift Junior operator
ALE Roll
01.2014 - 09.2015
Level 3 Advanced Engineering - Engineering
Tarleton High School
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