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Cherie Schmidt

Perth,WA

Summary

Experience as a forklift operator and truck driver with over 4 years of mining experience across underground and open-pit operations.

Strong background in civil, transport, manufacturing, and warehouse environments. A reliable team player known for honesty, hard work, and an excellent work ethic, with a strong focus on safety and productivity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

SCT Logistics
Perth, WA
11.2024 - 11.2025
  • Transporting refrigerated goods from depot to various D. C'S
  • Conducted pickups from SCT's container park to the depot.
  • Ensuring fuel levels in the refrigerated units were at a suitable level for appropriate runs.
  • Housekeeping of truck and ensure cleanliness and operational standards
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure vehicle reliability.
  • Managed cargo securement to prevent damage during transport.
  • Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
  • Complied with DOT regulations and safety protocols during all routes.

Process Assistant

Western Australia Speciality alloys
Perth, WA
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Operating a counterbalance Linde forklift.
  • Used the overhead crane to maneuver various-sized cans in preparation for raw and recycled materials for casting.
  • Used computers for measuring and recording materials used.

Dump truck operator (open pit) March

Maca mining
Perth, WA
03.2023 - 07.2024
  • Operated dump trucks for material transport on mining sites.
  • Conducted pre-operational inspections to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate material delivery schedules.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while navigating challenging terrain.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the truck and work area.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures while operating the dump truck on public roads.
  • Performed daily safety checks on dump truck and ensured all safety features were in proper working order.
  • Operated dump truck safely in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Roller Operator

Downer
Perth, WA
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Operated heavy roller equipment for road construction and maintenance projects.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on rolling equipment to ensure functionality.
  • Followed safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Checked roller machine for proper operation before use.
  • Laboring on the ground.
  • Driving the crew from the depot or accommodation to the work location.
  • Towing the sweeper when required.

Truck Driver & Driller

West gold Mining
Perth - Cue, WA
08.2019 - 09.2022
  • Driving a mining truck underground (articulated dump truck).

• Assisting with the service crew and charging up.

• Operate IT loader and LV.

• Drilling (Simba) long hole (Epiroc)

  • Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently and safely.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety standards.
  • Followed schedules with drilling, minimize delays.
  • Conducted pre-drill site inspections to ensure safety compliance.
  • Trained drillers on safety protocols and equipment use.
  • Troubleshooting technical issues during drilling operations.
  • Assisted with loading explosives into boreholes when necessary.
  • Provided assistance in setting up ventilation systems for underground worksites.
  • Conducted regular inspections of mining areas to identify potential risks.

Warehouse picker/packer & forklift Operator

Bluescope
Perth, WA
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouse efficiently.
  • Picked and packed products according to customer orders accurately.
  • Loading trucks for next-day deliveries.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in storage areas at all times.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring proper handling of goods received or dispatched.
  • Picked items for customer orders according to order slips or verbal instructions.

Block Mould Operator

REMAX
Perth, WA
11.2014 - 06.2019

• Mold Changes

  • Packing of the product.
  • Documented shift activities and handover.

• Operate the forklift, boiler, and moulding machines in compliance with company policy.

• Operator hot-wire cutting machine.

  • Prepare samples for quality control testing.
  • Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.

• Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenges.

objectives.

  • Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contaminating.

Traffic Controller

Advanced Traffic Management W.A Pty Ltd
Perth, WA
09.2013 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated traffic flow to ensure safety and efficiency on busy roadways.
  • Monitored traffic signals and signs for optimal performance and compliance.

• Road works.

• Operate stop, slow, bat.

• Working away from home.

  • Managed setup and removal of temporary traffic control equipment and signs.

Forklift Operator

WesTrac WA
Perth, WA
01.2011 - 06.2013
  • Transportation of mining machine parts to the mechanics' area and other workshops on site.

• Create and maintain storage areas for mining machine parts during rebuilds.

Documentation and identification of plant parts and movements.

• Reporting of Hazards.

• Secured loads to prevent shifting, or damage to items.

  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Maintained organized inventory by relocating items as needed throughout the warehouse.
  • Followed all safety protocols while operating heavy machinery in busy environments.

Rigid truck driver

Shaws Darwin
Perth, WA
01.2010 - 12.2010

Driving an 8-ton truck.

• Multiple deliveries/pickups • Assist in loading and unloading trailers.

• Strapping and trapping of trailers.

  • A dog runs to Northam.
  • Operated various truck types for timely deliveries across designated routes.
  • Forklift operator.
  • Gained a complete understanding of duties and job tasks for each shift, prioritizing those requiring immediate completion.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
  • Managed loading and unloading of cargo following company protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rockingham High School
Rockingham, WA
11-1996

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Route planning
  • Cargo securement
  • Maintenance checks
  • Fuel management
  • Safety compliance
  • Experienced forklift operator
  • Great communicator

Timeline

Truck Driver

SCT Logistics
11.2024 - 11.2025

Process Assistant

Western Australia Speciality alloys
08.2024 - 11.2024

Dump truck operator (open pit) March

Maca mining
03.2023 - 07.2024

Roller Operator

Downer
01.2023 - 03.2023

Truck Driver & Driller

West gold Mining
08.2019 - 09.2022

Warehouse picker/packer & forklift Operator

Bluescope
06.2019 - 08.2019

Block Mould Operator

REMAX
11.2014 - 06.2019

Traffic Controller

Advanced Traffic Management W.A Pty Ltd
09.2013 - 12.2014

Forklift Operator

WesTrac WA
01.2011 - 06.2013

Rigid truck driver

Shaws Darwin
01.2010 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

Rockingham High School
Cherie Schmidt