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Callum Ross

Callum Ross

Busselton,WA

Summary

I am a hardworking and dedicated individual with extensive and transferable experience with the operation of a variety of machinery. I am very competent in following protocol and procedure and am able to appropriately manage my workload within provided time constraints. I am committed to meeting and maintaining safety and environmental standards. I am able to competently work in both a team and independently while ensuring clear and concise communication to relevant parties throughout. I pride myself of my excellent work ethic and willingness to take on any and all opportunities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mobile Plant Operator

Piacentini & Son
Picton, WA
06.2023 - Current
  • Leading hand of the production crew, regularly covering the supervisor role.
  • Leading pre-start meetings
  • Discussing safety concerns and safety management plans
  • Managing incidents on site
  • Completing JHA's, Take 5's and Pre start checks
  • Managing people based conflict within crew
  • Ensuring professional, clear and concise communication in person and via 2-way radio
  • Ability to work efficiently within role, reporting to Supervisor, Project manager and Superintendent when required
  • Using initiative to recognise and report any current or potential concerns with relation to; equipment, crew, processes or safety

Silviculture Spray Technician

Kammann's Plantation Management
Manjimup, WA
12.2019 - 05.2023
  • Practiced good safety habits and maintained clean and safe work environment.
  • Supervised pest and weed control operations to determine proper chemical and application methods.
  • Implemented nitrogen and alternative fertilizer application methods to minimize leaching, runoff and denitrification.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Supervised and enforced regulations surrounding use of herbicides and insecticides for pest, weed and disease control.
  • Communicated effectively with public to answer questions about forestry, conservation and sustainability.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Maintained machines by refueling, lubricating and completing minor repairs.
  • Inspected connections, tires and other components of machinery before operating to monitor for safety and functionality.
  • Communicated with Foresters & Clients to coordinate daily tasks.
  • Transported & distributing materials such as Herbicides Pesticides & insecticides safely around job site.
  • Arranged goods in supply yard and rotated following instructions to organize.
  • Completed risk-based audits of key business processes to keep internal controls operating effectively.

Harvest Labourer

JNS HARVEST & PRUNING
Waikerie, SA
03.2019 - 04.2019
  • Harvested fruits and vegetables by hand.
  • Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.

Trades Assistant

Gordon Ross Electrical
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
11.2016 - 10.2018
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
  • Kept supplies and spare parts organized for upcoming projects and daily use.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
  • Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
  • Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
  • Assisted skilled trades in areas such as electrical with advanced tasks.
  • Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Truss & Wall Frame Manufacturer

Harman Timber Protruss
Busselton, WA
06.2013 - 07.2016
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Operated multiple fabricating machines, cutoff saws, truss press, wall framing machine & nail gun
  • Utilized fastening equipment to fasten, package and stack materials and products.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.

Education

Manjimup Senior High School
Manjimup, WA

Skills

KAMMANN'S PLANTATION MANAGEMENT

2020 AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture

  • AHCCHM303: Prepare and apply chemicals
  • AHCCHM304: Transport and store chemicals
  • AHCPMG301 Control weeds
  • AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases
  • AHCCHM401 minimize risk in the use of chemicals
  • AHCCHM402: Plan and implement a chemical use program

2020 Pest Management Technician License

Harmans Timber Protruss

2014 FPI30311 Certificate III in Forest and Forest Products (Sawmilling and Processing)

  • BSBFLM312C contribute to team effectiveness
  • FPICOR2201B Work effectively in the forest and products industry
  • FPICOR2202B Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace
  • FPICOR3201B Implement SHE policies and procedures
  • FPICOR3202B Conduct quality and product care procedures
  • FPICOR320B Visually assess materials
  • FPICOT2237A Maintain chainsaws
  • FPICOT2238A Cut materials with hand held chainsaw
  • TLILIC2001A License to operate a forklift truck
  • FPICOT3208/B Test strength of joint
  • FPICOT3242B Lay up timber roof trusses
  • FPICOT3243B Operate a truss press
  • FPITMN2203A Read and interpret truss, floor and / or frame fabrication plans
  • FPITMM3207A Set up timber floor trusses
  • FPICOT3246B Test heavy structural / engineered products
  • MSS402001A Apply competitive systems and practices

Timeline

Mobile Plant Operator

Piacentini & Son
06.2023 - Current

Silviculture Spray Technician

Kammann's Plantation Management
12.2019 - 05.2023

Harvest Labourer

JNS HARVEST & PRUNING
03.2019 - 04.2019

Trades Assistant

Gordon Ross Electrical
11.2016 - 10.2018

Truss & Wall Frame Manufacturer

Harman Timber Protruss
06.2013 - 07.2016

Manjimup Senior High School
Callum Ross