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Brad Pike

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Over 30 years on site experience in the civil , commercial and mining industries as an employee and as a company owner.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Director/ Plant Operator/Project Supervisor

Self-employed
02.2012 - Current
  • Mastered knowledge of client business on behalf of cross-functional teams.
  • Mentored team participants in customer culture, operational needs and sales techniques to close sales.
  • Retained business through proactive sales activities directed at key decision-makers.
  • Maintained fluency in relevant social and digital technologies and platforms.
  • Conducted follow-up procedures to drive completion of contracts and service level agreements.
  • Collaborated with operations and management team to prepare and lead sales presentations.
  • Collaborated with clients to determine and identify objectives, goals, KPI's, strategies and tactics.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.

Plant Operator/Sole Trader

Self Employed
02.2008 - 02.2012
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.

Project Supervisor

Statewide Earthing
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Trained employees in safety procedures and protocols as directed by company regulations.
  • Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Supervised work of 4 team members, offering constructive feedback regarding work performance.
  • Maintained high safety standards by following policies, procedures and protocols outlined by company, OSHA and EPA.
  • Defined manpower, equipment and resource needs for field projects, keeping open lines of communication with specialists and contractors to meet project milestones on time and on budget.
  • Prepared all supplies and equipment needed for daily transport to job site.
  • Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes, and operational specifications.
  • Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
  • Monitored timelines and flagged potential issues to be addressed.
  • Provided status updates for projects, delivering information to all stakeholders.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Communicated deadline updates, outlined action items and offered targeted solutions to team members.
  • Coordinated and directed activities for $2million project.
  • Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
  • Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
  • Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
  • Allocated project resources to drive productivity and maximize efficiency.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.

Plant Operator

John Bedwell Management
03.2005 - 12.2006
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Operated equipment such as Backhoe, Excavator and Skid Steer regularly.
  • Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.

Backhoe Operator

Douglas Construction And Engineering
01.2004 - 02.2005
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Operated backhoe , practicing safety measures.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
  • Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
  • Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.

Building Contractor

Dunedin Contracts
07.2000 - 06.2003
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
  • Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
  • Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely, cost-effective project completion.
  • Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Managed large-scale construction projects within cost, quality and time constraints,
  • Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
  • Developed construction plans, schedules and budgets to achieve stakeholder objectives.
  • Constructed storage facilities in a crew of 4 , varying size units.

Backhoe Operator/leading Hand

A.S.P.E.C Pty Ltd.
04.1993 - 01.2000
  • Operated Plant on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated Plant equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Completed underground electrical reticulation, digging trenches , installing conduits, pits , excavation for sub stations and manholes, backfill of trenches, digging around live services and loading trucks.

Education

GED -

School of Audio Engineering
Brisbane, QLD
12.1991

High School Diploma -

Noosa State High School
Sunshine Coast, QLD
11.1990

Skills

  • Cast and Crew Supervision
  • People Management
  • Company Policy Compliance
  • Issue Resolution
  • Financial Management
  • Company Standards
  • Budget Management
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Performance Improvement
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Crew Collaboration
  • Communications Strategies
  • Workflow Processes
  • External and Public Relations
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Professional Relationships
  • Strategic Planning
  • Task Delegation
  • Client Rapport-Building
  • Operational Standards
  • Operational Procedures
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Equipment Configuration
  • Document Organization
  • Program Pacing
  • Organizational Development
  • Coordinate Projects
  • Manage Operations
  • Networking

Timeline

Company Director/ Plant Operator/Project Supervisor

Self-employed
02.2012 - Current

Plant Operator/Sole Trader

Self Employed
02.2008 - 02.2012

Project Supervisor

Statewide Earthing
01.2007 - 01.2008

Plant Operator

John Bedwell Management
03.2005 - 12.2006

Backhoe Operator

Douglas Construction And Engineering
01.2004 - 02.2005

Building Contractor

Dunedin Contracts
07.2000 - 06.2003

Backhoe Operator/leading Hand

A.S.P.E.C Pty Ltd.
04.1993 - 01.2000

GED -

School of Audio Engineering

High School Diploma -

Noosa State High School

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