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Gary Pentony

Multi Skilled Operator
Perth

Summary

Dedicated and multi-skilled operator with a proven track record in production roles across quarry and solar farm environments. Experienced in operating CAT loaders and a variety of heavy machinery in a fast-paced quarry, efficiently managing production and delivery with busy inbound sales trucks. Skilled in axle loading using tare weight and weighbridge systems to ensure compliance and accuracy. Successfully met production targets and built efficient schedules, demonstrating strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Exceptional references available on request


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Loader Operator – Tailings Dam Construction

SRG Global
11.2024 - Current
  • Operate CAT 980, 982, and 988 loaders in the construction of tailings dam infrastructure
  • Load CAT 745 articulated and CAT 775 rigid dump trucks with accuracy and efficiency
  • Perform final trim work on access roads, warehouse pads, and other site infrastructure to meet survey tolerances
  • Collaborate with surveyors and supervisors to achieve precise ground levels and compaction targets
  • Maintain high production rates while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and equipment reliability through thorough pre-starts and ongoing care

All Round Operator

Boral Quarry
05.2023 - Current

Operate the following:

  • Cat 740 Moxy, Cat 773 Dumpy, Cat 966/972/980/990k
  • Rom Loading (990k)
  • Loadrite trained axel weight sales loading
  • Water cart
  • Assist in general maintenance shutdown days- idler change/screen panel change
  • Meet production targets /tph
  • Mcloskey Mobile wash/ screen
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.

Mechanical Team Lead

Tranex Solar Pty LTD
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Operated John Deere/Bobcat/Kubota Skid Steers with both fork and bucket attachments.
  • Lead a 12 man team to efficiently hit daily targets
  • Quality Assurance checks making sure all work meets manufactures specification
  • Proficient in the use of spectra precision DG813 pipe lazer
  • Corresponded with civil contractors to notify when civil works needed to be carried out
  • Job rectification, proficient use of hand and power tools
  • Responsible for daily pre start inspection and JHA/SWMS sign on as well as reporting faults and incidents to HSE personnel
  • FIFO Camp living arrangements

Trade Assistant

Tranex Solar PTY LTD
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • General Construction duties working closely with others closely for 12 hours a day outdoors preforming manual labour
  • Worked efficiently in a team with a strong ability to adapt to new skills quickly
  • Strong understanding of construction safety guidelines and procedures
  • Spotter for various heavy plant equipment on site
  • Safely used power tools on all aspects of the build including cutting,grinding,torquing to specification
  • Solar Panel Installation
  • Full PVH tracker build from pile to paneling


Sales Account And Procurement Manager

Wogan Build Centre
03.2020 - 02.2022
  • Managing a portfolio of accounts worth 3m of revenue per annum
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
  • Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
  • Understanding of Civil products and their applications
  • Site visits to new and existing clients
  • Extensive knowledge of construction materials and their application on site

Airside/Landside Operations

Dublin Airport Authority
06.2017 - 03.2020
  • Emergency response and control
  • Airside driving and operating of various heavy equipment (New holland Tractors, front loader, PTO )
  • Snow and Ice Control
  • Strong Communicating skills with all contractors and stakeholders to ensure maximum safety on the airfield
  • Operational safety and control
  • Airfield advance driving and escorting adherence to international regulations
  • Technical understanding of airfield equipment and systems
  • Radio communication and report writing.

Education

Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Drogheda Institution of Technology
09.2012 - 04.2013

QQI LEVEL 6 - Training Delivery And Evaluation

Irish Institute of Training And Development
10.2019 - 01.2020

Skills

  • RIIMPO317F – Conduct roller operations
  • RIIMPO319E – Conduct backhoe/loader operations
  • RIIMPO320F – Conduct civil construction excavator operations
  • RIIMPO321F – Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
  • Skid steer ticket
  • Interpersonal communications
  • National construction white card
  • Working at heights
  • Confined space
  • Gas Test atmospheres
  • WA drivers license
  • Microsoft Word/excel/power point/ 80wpm

Hobbies

I am an avid Thai Boxing Practitioner and have competed in Perth Since moving here in 2023

Timeline

Loader Operator – Tailings Dam Construction

SRG Global
11.2024 - Current

All Round Operator

Boral Quarry
05.2023 - Current

Mechanical Team Lead

Tranex Solar Pty LTD
10.2022 - 04.2023

Trade Assistant

Tranex Solar PTY LTD
06.2022 - 10.2022

Sales Account And Procurement Manager

Wogan Build Centre
03.2020 - 02.2022

QQI LEVEL 6 - Training Delivery And Evaluation

Irish Institute of Training And Development
10.2019 - 01.2020

Airside/Landside Operations

Dublin Airport Authority
06.2017 - 03.2020

Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Drogheda Institution of Technology
09.2012 - 04.2013
Gary PentonyMulti Skilled Operator