Benjamin McGaffin
Derby ,WA
Summary
Proven track record in heavy equipment operation and team leadership, notably with McGaffin Drilling. Demonstrated attention to detail and safety awareness, contributing to project completions ahead of schedule. Skilled in machinery maintenance and effective time management, ensuring high-quality workmanship and efficiency in demanding environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Labourer
West Kimberley Contracting & Maintenace
01.2023 - Current
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Road Construction
Jenkins Earthmoving and Transport
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Improved road construction project efficiency by diligently following safety protocols and procedures.
- Consistently met project deadlines while maintaining high-quality workmanship on various road construction and repair projects.
- Contributed to successful road construction projects, performing various labor-intensive duties as required.
- Navigated road construction detours smoothly, minimizing delays while still prioritizing safety on the roadways.
- Operated grader machinery safely, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines to minimize accidents on the job site.
Labourer
McGaffin Drilling
01.2001 - 01.2014
- Maintained detailed records of drilling operations, including depth, location, and samples collected for further analysis.
- Operated drill rigs with precision, ensuring accurate hole placement and depth for optimal results.
- Improved overall productivity by monitoring drill rig performance indicators and making necessary adjustments in realtime.
- Completed drilling projects on time or ahead of schedule by prioritizing tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Material handling
- Truck loading and unloading
- Job site organization
- Safety procedures
- Hand-eye coordination
- WA Driver's license
- Safe vehicle operation
- Vehicle unloading and loading
- Equipment maintenance
- Machinery maintenance
- Road maintenance
- Hand tool proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Demolition work
Timeline
Labourer
West Kimberley Contracting & Maintenace
01.2023 - Current
Road Construction
Jenkins Earthmoving and Transport
01.2015 - 01.2022
Labourer
McGaffin Drilling
01.2001 - 01.2014
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