Ben Fuller
Yeppoon,QLD
Summary
Civil construction and local government professional with extensive experience in infrastructure maintenance and operational leadership. Proven track record in managing civil asset maintenance programs, overseeing substantial budgets, and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in delivering customer-focused outcomes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Works Coordinator
Banana Shire Council
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinated capital works, maintenance programs, and unsealed road maintenance activities to enhance the functionality of a large rural road network.
- Lead and supervise operational teams of up to 35 employees and coordinate multiple contractors and suppliers.
- Managed annual roads maintenance budgets to ensure effective allocation of resources and compliance with financial targets.
- Deliver reseal programs, road construction projects and civil infrastructure maintenance works.
- Undertake procurement, contractor management and resource allocation activities.
- Monitor asset condition, prioritise works and coordinate service delivery outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, Council policies, engineering standards and operational procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports, offered technical advice, and liaised with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making.
Plant Operator / Supervisor
Leader Earthworks
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated heavy plant and supported quarry operations to facilitate material extraction and processing.
- Supervised site activities, staff, and subcontractors to ensure project compliance and safety.
- Managed WHS and traffic management requirements to maintain operational safety and efficiency.
Site Manager
McArthur Management Services (Transport for NSW)
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw site operations, safety protocols, security measures, and operational staff to ensure seamless project execution.
- Coordinated communication with Transport for NSW and stakeholders to align project objectives and address concerns.
- Developed and executed traffic management plans while ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
Workshop Foreman
HCM Marine
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised staff and managed stock control to ensure effective customer service.
- Prepared estimates and maintenance plans while coordinating workshop activities to meet operational needs.
- Supervised daily workshop operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated maintenance and repair schedules for marine equipment and tools.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on technical procedures and best practices.
Skills
- Capital works
- Unsealed road maintenance
- Road construction
- Maintenance
- Asset maintenance
- Traffic management
- Program delivery
- Project planning
- Resource coordination
- Scheduling
- Budget oversight
- Procurement
- WHS compliance
- Leadership
- Supervision
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk management
- Microsoft Office
- Information systems
- Information systems
Certification
- Current MR Driver Licence
- Construction Industry White Card
- Traffic Management Implementation (TMI)
- Standard 11 QLD Mining Induction
- Front End Loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer and Dump Truck Competencies
- First Aid / CPR
- Electrical Testing and Tagging
- Marine Safety Card and Boat Licence
Key Capabilities
- Civil asset maintenance and road corridor operations
- Leadership and supervision of up to 40 staff and contractors
- Capital works, maintenance and reseal program delivery
- Contractor and stakeholder management
- Budget management and procurement
- Road construction and unsealed road maintenance
- Traffic management and WHS compliance
- Project planning, scheduling and resource coordination
- Customer request management and issue resolution
- Risk management, auditing and continuous improvement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Microsoft Office and corporate information systems
Timeline
Works Coordinator
Banana Shire Council
04.2023 - Current
Plant Operator / Supervisor
Leader Earthworks
01.2021 - 01.2022
Site Manager
McArthur Management Services (Transport for NSW)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Workshop Foreman
HCM Marine
01.2017 - 01.2019