Ethan Wass
Perth
Summary
Experienced and VOC-certified Advanced Rigger with multiple years of hands-on experience in the Australian mining industry. Proficient in operating and rigging with a variety of cranes, including Franna cranes, crawler cranes, and heavy slewing cranes. Proven ability to manage and execute all types of lifts—from complex mechanical rigging tasks to heavy lifts—ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance. Extensive background working on vessels and in high-risk environments, delivering top-tier rigging solutions under demanding conditions.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger
Duratec Australia
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted advanced rigging operations across mining sites, including setup and execution of heavy and critical lifts.
- Worked with Franna cranes, crawler cranes, and heavy slewers on a range of lift types.
- Collaborated with engineers, crane operators, and safety teams to ensure lift plans met site and safety requirements.
- Regularly performed mechanical rigging and complex lifting on vessels and in fixed plant areas.
- Maintained tools, rigging gear, and safety equipment to ensure compliance and readiness.
- Supported shutdowns, maintenance, and infrastructure projects in remote mining locations.
- Led small rigging teams, mentoring new riggers and ensuring adherence to job plans and safety protocols.
- Executed precision lifts in confined and hazardous environments with zero incidents.
Concreter
Duratec Australia
- Improved durability of finished structures by ensuring proper concrete placement, curing techniques, and reinforcement methods were utilized consistently.
- Conducted Concrete remediation on varying structures, such as head stocks and piles both on land and on vessels.
- Conducted various remediation techniques such as shotcreting, crack injection and breaking out on various structures.
- Maintained safe work environments by implementing and enforcing strict safety protocols all in accordance with the mine sites rules, regulations and permits.
- Gained proficiency in operating a variety of concrete equipment such as mixers, pumps, jack hammers, grinders, among others for optimal productivity on job sites.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
Driver Specialist - Service Person
Australian Army
- Conducted inspections (Fault Finding) and Repaired equipment according to standard procedures and technical documentation
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
Floor Worker
Terang IGA
- Ensured the work environment was of a safe manner and was in appliance to WHS policies and procedures Conducted General fault finding and maintenance of store and warehouse
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggest suitable options.
Education
Completed Year 12 VCE Certificate -
Mercy Regional College
Completed Cert III Supply Chain Management -
Wadonga Tafe
Tickets/Qualification
Skills
- Advanced Rigging & Lifting Operations
- Mechanical Rigging
- Heavy Lifts & Critical Lift Planning
- Vessel-based Rigging Operations
- Load Calculation & Slinging Techniques
- Vehicle Servicing & Maintenance Work
- Safety Compliance & Hazard Management
- Team Coordination & Communication
- Vehicle inspections
References
- Pat Warrangkool - Rigging Supervisor Duratec -
+61 421 799 541
- Corey Brown - Supervisor from The Australian Army -
+61 431 672 499
Timeline
Rigger
Duratec Australia
01.2022 - Current
Completed Cert III Supply Chain Management -
Wadonga Tafe
Concreter
Duratec Australia
Driver Specialist - Service Person
Australian Army
Floor Worker
Terang IGA
Completed Year 12 VCE Certificate -
Mercy Regional College
Tickets/Qualification
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