Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies
References
Certification
Timeline

DES DEWAYNE HOLT

Mobile plant Operator
Mount Isa,QLD

Summary

An honest and driven young professional actively seeking a fulfilling position in the mining or construction industry. With a strong set of values, understands the importance of maintaining high standards in both personal and professional life. Firmly believes that the highest standards expected of others should be the lowest standard displayed. Ultimate objective is to secure permanent employment in a role that stimulates and challenges, while allowing for continuous growth and development. Eager to seize opportunities to showcase skills, competencies, and extensive experience.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machine Operator

Punchys Earthmoving
09.2024 - Current

Execute morning equipment readiness assessments.

Optimized team's productivity through innovative solutions.

Contributed to group projects efficiently.

Machine Operator

Austral Recources
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.

Plant Operator

Steelcon Cava
04.2020 - 11.2022
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

Plant Operator

Austral recources / Work Pac
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Pre-start meeting and complete a daily pre-start on machines.
  • 740 (moxy) articulated dump truck and articulated water truck cart copper from ROM to leach pads and drive water truck water all haul roads for dust suppression.
  • 988k CAT loader loading 740 (moxy) dump trucks from ROM and loading Wagner's road trains 110t.
  • Hitachi excavator zx470 building and turning leach pads and loading 740 (moxys) while back filling.

Process Operator

Cudeco
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Maintain and repair pumps when necessary.
  • Unblock HPGR high pressure grinding when blocked with big rocks.
  • Maintain filter press clean and hose down the floors.
  • Screen native copper remove copper with bobcat.
  • Fulfill WPHS policies and procedures.

Process Operator

Capricorn copper (gunpowder)
11.2017 - 02.2018
  • Operate Machinery to move ore to stock pile
  • Operate Filter Press
  • Water treatment plant
  • Maintaining Machinery
  • Maintain work site Fulfil WPHS policies and procedures

Lamont Plant Hire/Phillips Earth Moving NT

OPERATOR/ LABOURER/
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Due to the downturn in mining industry permanent positions were few, as a result I have worked across North Queensland and the Northern Territory as a casual operator to stay employed.
  • Employed with Lamont Plant Hire when building the Mount Isa power station as a labourer, this included general.
  • Consistent upkeep of the job site/Power Station.
  • Maintaining a high level of site cleanliness to ensure a healthy and safe environment.
  • General laboring duties (this included general machine maintenance and some welding).
  • Compile daily inventory and when necessary the replenishment of stock stores.
  • Receiving and dispatching of goods.
  • Manual loading and unloading of goods to transport.
  • Providing assistance to Trades Technicians when needed.
  • Compliance and full commitment to all QHS&E policies and procedures.
  • Manual demolition tasks as well as demolition using loaders to demolish and cleanup work area.
  • Lifting, moving, handling and stacking a wide range of building materials.
  • Assist with the unloading of various materials from delivery vehicles and customer service duties. Experienced with wheelbarrows, digging trenches, pits and similar, shoveling soil, rubble and concrete.
  • Phillips Earth moving I worked in the Northern Territory as an operator, in the Territory you do not need current tickets, but must display the ability to operate machinery.
  • Before starting work conducted risk assessment with team to ensure safety of the task at hand.
  • Extensive grader work on civil sites, ability to complete final trim.
  • Also operated the roller, backhoe, bobcat and also performed as a spotter in a civil works environment.
  • Carried out general maintenance on various light and heavy machinery.
  • Worked on major civil projects and completed these projects in the timeframe designated as a collective team.
  • Join in staff, including running onsite ‘tool box’ meetings to assist with daily work planning, knowledge development and mentoring, and ensuring compliance with OH&S and EEO.

Contract Labourer

CDM Plumbing Solutions
03.2013 - 07.2013
  • Carried out Polypipe Welding duties as required by the job and supervisor.
  • Performed physical labouring tasks associated with plumbing work such as lifting and adjusting heavy objects, concreting and rendering, and cleaning up work site.
  • Communicate with clients, other trades people and members of the public in an effective, polite and courteous manner in accordance with CDM Plumbing’s Code of Conduct.
  • Assisted with general plumbing work including installing storm water, sanitary and water piping systems, assembling and installing pipes, valves, fittings and fixtures, and testing pipe systems and fixtures for leaks.
  • Safely and effective operation and maintenance of assigned tools, plant and equipment associated with the job using required Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Perform all activities in compliance with relevant State and Commonwealth Workplace Health and Safety legislation and CDM Plumbing’s Safety Plan.

Apprentice Diesel Fitter

Pasminco zinifex century mine
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Thoroughly completed Safe Work Instructions given while aware of the importance of risk management.
  • As directed and instructed by supervisors.
  • Maintained and repaired diesel engines on heavy mine machinery and light vehicles They usually work with engines of trucks or other vehicles.
  • Assisted with completing appropriate job reports to ensure accurate record of tasks completed.
  • Took responsibility for security of the plant and equipment, loose tools, motor equipment and mine vehicles.
  • Examined detailed drawings or specifications to assess jobs, materials and equipment requirements.
  • Operated machines to produce parts or tools by turning, boring, milling , planning ,shaping , clotting and grinding metal stock or components.
  • Cut, thread, bent and installed hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
  • Set up and operated hand and machine tools and welding equipment.
  • Attend TAFE training as directed.
  • Ensure that the training plan for the apprenticeship is up to date.
  • Comply with all documented WH&S policies, procedures, work instructions and verbal instructions issued by Managers and Supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Saint Taresa Abegowrie College, Ingham, Qld
10 2004

Certificate III in Surface Extraction -

2017

Senior First Aid Certificate -

Abergowrie College
2015

Skills

  • Safety
  • Machine tools
  • Machinery
  • Materials
  • Mentoring
  • Work
  • Plumbing
  • Policies
  • Work as a team
  • Communication
  • Operating

Hobbies

  • Family and friends
  • Rugby League
  • Camping and fishing
  • Music

References

  • Bruce Armstrong Production supervisor - Austral Recources 0456610077
  • Cam Connelly Production supervisor - Austral Recources 0455238344
  • Trevor Day. Process supervisor - Capricorn copper 0488958736
  • Clark sandell CDM plumbing solutions CEO 0412700974

Certification

S123

RII - Loader, Articulated haul truck , Roller ,Dozer, Grader , Bulk water truck and Excavator.

Timeline

Machine Operator - Punchys Earthmoving
09.2024 - Current
Machine Operator - Austral Recources
01.2022 - 10.2023
Plant Operator - Steelcon Cava
04.2020 - 11.2022
Plant Operator - Austral recources / Work Pac
09.2019 - 07.2020
Process Operator - Cudeco
08.2018 - 07.2019
Process Operator - Capricorn copper (gunpowder)
11.2017 - 02.2018
Contract Labourer - CDM Plumbing Solutions
03.2013 - 07.2013
Lamont Plant Hire/Phillips Earth Moving NT - OPERATOR/ LABOURER/
01.2013 - 01.2016
Apprentice Diesel Fitter - Pasminco zinifex century mine
01.2005 - 01.2008
Saint Taresa Abegowrie College - High School Diploma,
- Certificate III in Surface Extraction,
Abergowrie College - Senior First Aid Certificate,
DES DEWAYNE HOLTMobile plant Operator