Elijah Shah
Darwin
Summary
Skilled Forklift Operator with extensive experience in heavy equipment operation, loading and unloading trucks, and securing loads. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Ready to bring strong teamwork and problem-solving skills to a dynamic team focused on growth and excellence. Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Simon Nation Carriers
East Arm
02.2025 - Current
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Ensured compliance with DOT standards for conducting background checks before CMV operation.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across region while partnering with local authorities and USPS.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Yardman
Cahihill Transort
East Arm
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Exhibited superior organizational abilities when managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Maintained accurate records of all materials moved with forklift, including quantity and location
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations regarding operation of forklifts in warehouses
- Prepared orders for shipment by selecting appropriate cartons and containers based on item specifications
- Trained new staff on safe operation of forklift equipment according to company policies
- Communicated effectively with management team regarding any issues related to operations or safety concerns
- Provided daily maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure
- Coordinated the movement of heavy machinery and equipment within the facility
- Operated a variety of forklifts, including stand-up and sit-down models, to move material in warehouse setting
- Identified damaged goods during receiving process for return or disposal according to company policy
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trailers using pallet jacks or forklifts
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently while ensuring proper load securement methods were used at all times
- Cleaned spills and removed obstructions from forklift driving paths
- Maintained a forklift logbook and tracked daily maintenance
- Used radios to communicate with other team members and streamline work processes
- Provided assistance to customers with loading/unloading cargo onto their vehicles if required
Communications Technician
Hitech
Winnillie
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed maintenance on existing systems by upgrading hardware components as needed
- Collaborated with team members to ensure successful completion of projects in an efficient manner
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations when installing or configuring communication systems
- Conducted tests to evaluate system performance and identify potential areas of improvement
- Identified, analyzed, and resolved network connectivity issues in a timely manner
- Verified service by testing circuits & equipment
- Repaired, newly installed and updated equipment to ensure that it functioned properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment, and observation
- Repaired or replaced defective and damaged telephones, wires, switching system components, and associated equipment
- Used Elevated work platforms & Climbed Radio communication towers to install, maintain, and inspect equipment
Machine Operator / Plant operator
New Life Recycling
Humpty Doo
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Operate 3.5 T Telehandler to sort and move large PVC pipe sent from mining industry
- Operate/monitor pipe shredder, generator and cooling system
- Stock and maintain recycling feed bin
- Monitor operations
- Work with small team
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when dealing with unexpected machine issues
- Adjusted machining operations using hand tools or numerical controls
Owner/manager
King Of Lawns
Darwin/Palmerston
07.2015 - 03.2023
- Asses jobs and Prepare Quotes for clients
- Plan Build gardens for clients
- Design and install irrigation systems
- Property maintenance
- Bookkeeping
Storman
G&R Wills
Eaton
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Examined incoming shipments for discrepancies in quantity or quality
- Provided support with unloading containers when necessary
- Managed the flow of materials from receiving to shipping areas
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks to maximize space efficiency
- Utilized forklifts,electric pallet jacks, EWP's & high reach forklifts safely
Communication Technician
Northern Business Communications
Winnillie
02.2018 - 12.2018
- As part of the NBC team I successfully Completed many projects including:
- Mother Teresa Catholic primary school: a complete Comms install from fibre to Wireless network access pionts
- Robertson Barracks: Comms upgrade to more then 50 buildings
- Darwin RAFF design and built a secure network using fibre optic and cat6E in transparent conduit
- Tindal Air Base (RAAF) major building and upgrade of Comms network
Communication Technician
Quality Cabling
Nightcliff
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Planned and installed a network, using fibre optic cables, pits and underground pipes from the fibre Distribution Hubs to the Network Termination Devices inside of businesses and homes
- Worked independently as a subcontractor to install, maintain and uprgade the National Broadband Network (NBN)
Education
High School Diploma -
Avandale Adventist Collage
Avondale, NSW12-1988
Skills
- Skilled in operating all sizes of forklifts, from high reach to 50-tonne forklifts
- Experience in 30T telehandler
- Loading, unloading, trucks
- Securing loads
- Shipping and receiving goods
- Driving everything up to and including HR,
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- First aid certified
- Goods inwards, goods outgoing processing
- Basic rigging
- Remote location experience in radio communications diagnosis and repair
- experience working at heights
Certification
- HR (Heavy Ridged)
- FL (High reach stacker 50t Fork Lifts)
- Dogging
- Basic Rigging
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operation
- White card
- Working at Heights
- Open Cabler License (optic fiber & broadband)
- Twin Rope Access (not Current)
References
- Josh Cripps, Cahill Transport, Operations Manager, (043) 235-0160, Jcripps@cahilltransport.com.au
- Anup Cristy, Cahill Transport, State Manager, (043) 791-3398, achristy@cahilltransport.com.au
Timeline
Truck Driver
Simon Nation Carriers
02.2025 - Current
Yardman
Cahihill Transort
08.2023 - 01.2025
Communications Technician
Hitech
06.2023 - 08.2023
Machine Operator / Plant operator
New Life Recycling
03.2023 - 06.2023
Storman
G&R Wills
06.2020 - 12.2020
Communication Technician
Northern Business Communications
02.2018 - 12.2018
Communication Technician
Quality Cabling
04.2017 - 02.2018
Owner/manager
King Of Lawns
07.2015 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Avandale Adventist Collage