Craig Goman
Laceys Creek
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Railtrain
01.2022 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring the delivery of quality services and achieving business goals
- Lead and mentor teams to drive operational performance improvements and maintain high standards
- Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Collaborate with stakeholders and management to implement strategic operational changes
Trainer and Assessor
Railtrain
09.2021 - Current
- Facilitate specialized training programs, empowering students with the skills to succeed in the workforce
- Design and develop training plans and resources, including multimedia presentations, worksheets, and demonstrations
- Train in diverse environments, tailoring approaches to meet various learning styles and needs
- Liaise with management and industry stakeholders to ensure training aligns with business goals
- Assess learner performance and provide constructive feedback, maintaining accurate records of attendance and progress
Train Driver – Intermodal
Silverton Rail
01.2002 - 07.2025
- Operated trains safely, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and procedures
- Moved and positioned loads within the rail yard, assisting with product offloading
- Conducted regular train inspections, identifying and reporting equipment defects, and ensuring trains met operational standards
Operations Specialist – Intermodal and Coal
Freightliner/Genesee & Wyoming/One Rail
02.2010 - 06.2021
- Identified and resolved operational issues, collaborating with management to drive continuous improvements
- Delivered workplace training, fostering team development and ensuring adherence to procedures
- Analyzed performance reports to identify areas for operational enhancements and cost reductions
- Worked cross-functionally to implement improvement plans and foster collaboration between departments
- Managed and mentored team members, improving overall productivity and operational efficiency
Train Driver
Queensland Rail
07.2005 - 02.2010
- Operated trains safely, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and procedures
- Led the introduction of ECP in the Hunter Valley, liaising with Wabtec engineers for a seamless transition from Pneumatic to ECP Rolling Stock
- Moved and positioned loads within the rail yard, assisting with product offloading
- Conducted regular train inspections, identifying and reporting equipment defects, and ensuring trains met operational standards
Driller
Valley Longwall International
02.2008 - 01.2010
- Operated underground drilling rigs for coal seam profiling, gas drainage, and hydraulic fracking
- Managed rig movements and drilling operations, ensuring safety and efficiency
- Coordinated with teams to execute precise drilling and surveying operations
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
Timeline
Operations Manager
Railtrain
01.2022 - Current
Trainer and Assessor
Railtrain
09.2021 - Current
Operations Specialist – Intermodal and Coal
Freightliner/Genesee & Wyoming/One Rail
02.2010 - 06.2021
Driller
Valley Longwall International
02.2008 - 01.2010
Train Driver
Queensland Rail
07.2005 - 02.2010
Train Driver – Intermodal
Silverton Rail
01.2002 - 07.2025