Blake Woldhuis
Gunnedah,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Engineer
Whitehaven
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic solutions that boosted overall performance.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular training sessions and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations.
- Streamlined workflow processes, optimizing staff allocation during peak production hours for increased productivity.
- Played a key role in new equipment installations, providing technical expertise during commissioning activities to ensure successful integration into existing systems.
- Participated in root-cause analysis investigations following incidents or near misses, contributing valuable insights towards developing corrective action plans that mitigated future risks.
- Managed shift schedules, coordinating employee leaves and overtime to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Electrical Coordinator/ Step up Superintendent
Angloamerican Grasstree
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Maintenance and repairs to all JOY equipment
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, introducing new methodologies to increase productivity and reduce overall project costs.
- Ensuring correct maintenance strategies for equipment + Workorder compliance
- Installation of fibre network
- Installation of NLT system
- Ordering of all spares or replacement parts from OEM or suppliers via use of SAP
- Belt extensions
- Plan High voltage switches + coordinate TXF moves
- Implement safe work procedures
- Installation and calibration of gas monitoring
- Completion of documentation, JSA's and daily shift reports.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
- Oversaw scheduling tasks efficiently, ensuring optimal staff coverage during peak times without sacrificing quality of service delivery or exceeding budget constraints.
- Monitored performance metrics consistently and implemented corrective actions when needed, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Managed budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
Electrical Coordinator/Development Contract
Mastermyne
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Site intro of all equipment to site ensuring all equipment complies and aligns with the verification dossier
- Workorder Compliance ensuring statutory requirements are followed
- Belt Installations
- Maintenance and repairs to all development equipment
- Ordering of all spares or replacement parts from OEM or suppliers.
Underground Electrician
Acidtek
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Development Electrician
- Longwall moves both JOY and Caterpillar.
Self Employed
Switched On Electrical & Automation
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.Residential, Commercial & Industrial Electrical works
- Supply Authority Works.
Electrical Supervisor
UGM Australia/Triple C
11.2010 - 08.2015
- Electrical supervisor installing conveyer drive heads and associated equipment and instruments
- Duties included mechanical fitting of equipment and the electrical installation of required wiring and commissioning
- Teams ranged between 4-8 personnel per shift
- Implement safe work procedures
- Wire as per electrical standards AS3000 and AS1755
- Pre-commission all instruments and drives
- Post-power commissioning of instruments and drives
- Testing of I/O's and PLC outputs
- Run and track belt system
- Underground and surface electrical works
- Calibration of gas monitoring
- Secondary Support
- Longwall moves
- Fluent in Allen Bradley PLC control and troubleshooting
- Operation of machinery including 103's and codes
- Installation of high voltage cables
- Completion of documentation, JSA's and daily shift reports
- Toolbox talks, material acquisition and ordering
- Customer interaction
- Outbye services electrician
- Cover of absent personnel]
- Statutory Electrical codes
- Completion of risk assessment, JSAs, Slams, take fives etc
- Operation of machines, Eimco 913, Drift runner and PJB man transports
- Drilling equipment, Windy borer, Panther jack drill
- Wiring, connection and commissioning of H.V equipment, VVVF Drives, Eddy current winches, 500kw motors, PLC Control [Allen Bradley + Omron].
Electrician/Leading hand
Rutherford power
04.2008 - 07.2010
- H.V maintenance/shutdowns
- Installation of H.V switchyards
- Installing temp 300kva gensets
- Installation of earth grids
- Transformer repairs
- Oil testing
- Protection testing Electrical Contractor.
Apprentice Electrician
Newcastle
12.2005 - 04.2008
- Electrical breakdown service
- 24/7
- Electrical installation and compliance testing
- Commercial, industrial, and domestic works
- Servicing the electrical needs of over 500 return customers throughout the Hunter.
Education
Qualifications
Newcastle, NSWSkills
- Control Systems Programming
- Project Management
- Electrical Systems Expertise
- Relationship building and management
- Project Coordination
- Cost Estimation
- Performance Improvements
- Staff education and training
- Contractor Management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Data Analysis
- Decision-Making
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Shift Engineer
Whitehaven
06.2023 - Current
Electrical Coordinator/ Step up Superintendent
Angloamerican Grasstree
01.2019 - 06.2023
Electrical Coordinator/Development Contract
Mastermyne
01.2018 - 12.2018
Underground Electrician
Acidtek
01.2017 - 12.2017
Self Employed
Switched On Electrical & Automation
08.2015 - 12.2017
Electrical Supervisor
UGM Australia/Triple C
11.2010 - 08.2015
Electrician/Leading hand
Rutherford power
04.2008 - 07.2010
Apprentice Electrician
Newcastle
12.2005 - 04.2008
Qualifications
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