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Dylan Ryder

Upper Swan,WA

Summary

I am a motivated and hardworking young Aboriginal man from the Whadjuk region, being Nyoongar/Yamatji and raised in Perth/Northam I have a strong connection to my heritage. I am eager to apply my energy and dedication to a hands-on-role and committed to finding a position within a company that prioritises career advancement and provides opportunities for additional training and development. I approach every task with a rigorous attention to detail and take pride in being reliable and punctual. I possess strong problem-solving abilities and have a good understanding of WHS procedures and protocols. My communication skills are excellent, and I am confident in my ability to follow instructions carefully. My time management is robust, and I am both enthusiastic and creative in my approach to work. With a strong work ethic, I excel in team settings and am dedicated and loyal to my work.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trade Assistant

Fortescue Metals Group
02.2025 - Current

As a trade Assistant I assist qualified tradespeople (fitters,mechanics, electrician, and service people) in maintaining and repairing heavy mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with maintenance and repairs of heavy equipment
  • preparing tools and equipment for tradesperson
  • cleaning parts,tools and workshop
  • conducting basic inspections and reporting issues to leaders
  • transporting tools,parts and vehicles around worksite
  • adhering to safety procedures and site regulation
  • forklift operations
  • Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
  • Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and resolving any logistical issues that arose.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently organizing tools and materials for easy access.
  • Ensured workplace safety, conducting regular checks and maintaining equipment to prevent accidents.
  • Contributed to team morale, providing timely assistance and support where needed.
  • Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by managing waste and recycling materials.

Track Technician

Fortescue Metals Group
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Fortescue is a global metal mining company headquartered in Australia.
  • Performing routine maintenance and repairs on track infrastructure
  • Diagnosing and troubleshooting activities
  • Taking possession of track and undertaking safe working duties
  • Collaborating with team members
  • Performing on call duties / incident response activities
  • Maintaining passive and active level crossings to engineering specifications
  • Operations of machinery, loader, Excavator/Hi-rail, Peddi-bone & HR Vehicles
  • Following all safety procedures and protocols while performing maintenances and repairs
  • Fortescue is a global metal mining company headquartered in Australia.

Track Technician

Downer Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Company Overview: Downer Group is an integrated services company in Australia and New Zealand delivering unparalleled infrastructure solutions to their esteemed clients. Divisions include Transport and infrastructure and Energy and industrial.
  • Conducting regular inspections of track infrastructure / equipment to ensure compliance to engineering standards
  • Assisting Flash-butt welders
  • Working in a large team to complete work effectively and safely on a timely manner.
  • Operating equipment such as Rail saw, Oxy cutting gear, Profile grinder & Hand grinders.
  • Leading and Supporting team.
  • Operations of machinery, loader to assist team lifts, Hi-rail machine with attachments
  • Assisting in the installation and removal of track equipment, such as sleepers, rail and ballast.
  • Participate in track shutdowns / night shift
  • Downer Group is an integrated services company in Australia and New Zealand delivering unparalleled infrastructure solutions to their esteemed clients. Divisions include Transport and infrastructure and Energy and industrial.

Traffic Controller

MIB Traffic
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Implementing traffic management plan
  • Provide guidance and control of both stationary and moving traffic
  • Setting up and managing temporary traffic control signs.
  • Directing vehicles & pedestrians: around construction area.
  • Handle Stop-Slow sign, manage other simple traffic control signs & devices.
  • Communication with road traffic personnel, construction workers and emergency response teams.
  • Operating radios to communicate in accordance with communication protocols.

Warehouse Associate

Skill Hire
Canning Vale, Australia
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: Organisation providing support, training and employment.
  • Operating Forklifts & other trolley equipment.
  • Picking and packing of products.
  • Implement Quality Assurance processes
  • Communication with supervisor of task.
  • Implementing safe Manual Handling practices.
  • Loading Pallets onto Trucks for distribution in accordance with the company procedures.
  • Organisation providing support, training and employment.

Concrete Technician

Delta Corporation Limited
Herne Hill, Australia
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Company Overview: The Precast concrete specialist.
  • Communicate with supervisor of task.
  • Going over manifest.
  • Measuring and preparing moulds.
  • Pouring concrete into moulds.
  • Operating hand tools.
  • The Precast concrete specialist.

Education

Year 12 -

Sevenoaks Senior College
01.2015

Skills

  • Strong Communication
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Strong understanding of safety procedures and protocols
  • Familiarity with industry standard and documentation systems
  • Routine maintenance tasks
  • Experience with maintenance scheduling and record-keeping
  • Industry awareness
  • Strong organization
  • Issue resolution
  • Interpersonal communications
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Professional ethics
  • Self motivation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability

Industry Experience

Over 5 years’ experience

Certification

  • ANZSCO 721216 - Loader Operations
  • CPCCWHS1001 – Construction Card
  • RIIMPO301E - Excavator Operations
  • TLIF0020 - Safe Access the Rail Corridor
  • TL121315 - Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
  • TLILIC2001 – Operate Forklift Truck
  • TLIC3004 – Heavy Rigid Vehicle
  • TLIW3015 – Aluminothermic Welding
  • HLTAID011 – First Aid
  • HLTAID009 – CPR
  • HLTAID010 – Emergency life support
  • UEESS00174 - Electrical Safety Testing

Timeline

Trade Assistant

Fortescue Metals Group
02.2025 - Current

Track Technician

Fortescue Metals Group
01.2023 - Current

Track Technician

Downer Group
01.2021 - 01.2023

Traffic Controller

MIB Traffic
01.2020 - 01.2021

Warehouse Associate

Skill Hire
01.2019 - 01.2020

Concrete Technician

Delta Corporation Limited
01.2019 - 12.2019

Year 12 -

Sevenoaks Senior College
Dylan Ryder