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Chas Gilmour

Dianella

Summary

Experienced and safety-conscious tradesman with a strong background in carpentry and scaffolding, specializing in high-risk industrial and mining environments. Over 15 years of hands-on experience delivering structural and formwork carpentry, erecting and dismantling scaffolding systems, and leading/supporting maintenance and construction operations on remote mine sites. Proven ability to work effectively in challenging conditions while adhering to strict safety protocols and project timelines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor

BHP
01.2022 - 07.2025
  • Performed higher duties as scaffolding supervisor: Oversaw daily operations of my team, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks. Applied strong leadership and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organise workflows.
  • Erected and dismantled a variety of scaffold systems (including modular, tube & clip, cantilever, and hung scaffolds) to support mechanical, electrical, and structural maintenance tasks during mine shutdowns.
  • Interpreted scaffold designs and site drawings to ensure structures met BHP engineering standards, site-specific requirements, and AS/NZS 1576 guidelines.
  • Conducted pre-use inspections and ongoing safety checks on scaffolding systems, ensuring full compliance with site safety standards and AS/NZS 1576.
  • Performed hazard identification, risk assessments, and participated in JHAs and SWMS documentation in accordance with mine site procedures and legislative compliance.
  • Safely and effectively operated overhead cranes and dogged frannars and slewing cranes to lift scaffold equipment to its desired location through hand signals or radio communications.
  • Worked in collaboration with multiple trades (fitters, boilermakers, electricians) to provide safe access for high-risk and confined space maintenance work.
  • Maintained high safety standards across FIFO rosters, contributing to successful shutdown delivery with zero incidents or LTIs (Lost Time Injuries)
  • Conducted fortnightly inspections and tagging in accordance with BHP’s Work Management and Scaffold Handover procedures.
  • Fully compliant with BHP’s Life-Saving Rules, Take 5s, JHAs, SWIs, and isolation procedures during high-risk work in elevated and confined space environments.

Advanced Scaffolder

Linkforce Engineering
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Performed higher duties as Leading Hand- assisted in supervising and coordinating scaffolding operations on-site, ensuring safe work practices, efficient team performance, and compliance with project specifications.
  • Assessed client access requirements and estimated time frames and personnel needs to complete such jobs and liaised with planners to establish budget estimates to be presented to the client
  • Erected, modified, and dismantled scaffold systems (At-pac, Layher tube & coupler, across multiple Linkforce shutdowns and projects in Iron Ore, Gold, Copper, Zinc and Nickel sites throughout the Pilbara and Goldfields regions.
  • Delivered scaffold access solutions for structural repairs, mechanical overhauls, and electrical upgrades in fixed plant areas such as crushers, conveyors, mills, and tanks.
  • Interpreted scaffold design drawings, permits, and engineering specifications to safely build scaffolds in accordance with AS/NZS 1576 and Linkforce internal procedures.
  • Conducted scaffold inspections, pre-start checks, and ensured correct scaffold tagging in compliance with site safety standards.
  • Participated in daily pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, and followed JHA, SWMS, and permit-to-work systems as per Linkforce and client HSE protocols.
  • Collaborated closely with trades teams (fitters, boilermakers, electricians) to provide safe and efficient access during time-critical shutdown windows.
  • Maintained scaffold material registers, performed manual handling, and operated load/unload equipment as required.
  • Safely and effectively operated overhead cranes and dogged frannars and slewing cranes to lift scaffold equipment to its desired location through hand signals or radio communications.
  • Worked under pressure during tight shutdown schedules across FIFO rosters (2:1, 3:1), consistently meeting job completion targets while maintaining zero LTI record.


Director / Construction Manager

CGX2 Enterprises
01.2014 - 2018
  • Training and supervising employees
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Insurances, quoting and liaising with customers
  • Working in with other contractors
  • Planning, scheduling and working to dead lines
  • Liaising with builders and clients and architects to achieve the desired results
  • Invoicing, tax and employee wages
  • Timber and metal framing
  • Civil construction
  • Fixing carpentry
  • Decking
  • Formwork

AJS Carpentry
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Timber and metal framing techniques
  • Supervision and organization of other employees
  • Working well within a team environment

Linfox Transport
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Heavy rigid truck driving experience
  • Night shift work
  • Long hours, country driving

Education

High School Diploma -

John Forrest Senior High School

Skills

  • Strong understanding of construction industry practices
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Collaborative relationship building
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Effective prioritization and scheduling
  • Proficient in resolving complex issues
  • Proactive safety mindset
  • Responsive to changing circumstances
  • Approaches new challenges confidently
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management

Certification

  • Trade Certificate – Carpentry & Joinery – Record No: 51409-C79-2009
  • Diploma – Building & Construction (Building) (Builders Registration) Cert No: 11059825
  • Gas Test Atmospheres (MSMWHS217)
  • Enter and Work in Confined Spaces (RIIWHS202E)
  • Enter Confined Space (MSMPER205)
  • Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS202E)
  • Work in Accordance With an Issued Permit (MSMPER200)
  • HRWL (WP) Boom Type Elevating Work Platform
  • HRWL (LF) Forklift Truck
  • HRWL (SB) Basic Scaffolding
  • HRWL (SI) Intermediate Scaffolding
  • HRWL (SA) Advanced Scaffolding
  • HRWL (DG) Dogging
  • HRWL (RB) Basic Rigging
  • HRWL (RI) Intermediate Rigging
  • HRWL (RA) Advanced Rigging
  • BOSIET with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS)
  • MSIC
  • Section 44
  • Master Builders Association – General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) 30215QLD: Risk Management, Safe Work Practices, Safety Obligations and Common Law.
  • Smith System – Defensive Driving Course On-Road Format.

Timeline

Supervisor

BHP
01.2022 - 07.2025

Advanced Scaffolder

Linkforce Engineering
01.2016 - 01.2022

Director / Construction Manager

CGX2 Enterprises
01.2014 - 2018

AJS Carpentry
01.2012 - 01.2014

Linfox Transport
01.2009 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

John Forrest Senior High School

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