GEORGE THORBURN
Geraldton,WA
Summary
Experienced with operating a range of heavy machinery in various environments with a strong understanding of equipment maintenance.
Hard-working with proven experience leading teams, delivering results, exceeding expectations and successfully managing large-scale projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Cart Operator / Heavy Machinery Operator
Argyle Diamond Mine - MDM Mining and Civil
01.2025 - Current
- Ensure daily machine pre-starts and checks are completed and keep accurate records.
- Collaboration of maintenance schedules alongside on-site mechanical teams.
- Maintain and perform routine checks on all equipment to ensure optimal performance, safety and continuation of operations.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
- Liaise with supervisors and site team to coordinate equipment usage.
Heavy Machinery Operator
Argyle Diamond Mine - MDM Mining and Civil
06.2024 - Current
- Completed projects on time with efficient management of tasks and coordination of heavy machinery operations.
- Maintained records of daily inspections.
- Minimized environmental impact by implementing eco-friendly practices during machine operation.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new heavy equipment models and technologies as they were introduced.
- Applied risk assessments for potential hazards related to heavy machinery operations on each worksite before commencing work activities.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Enhanced job site safety by adhering to strict safety protocols while operating heavy equipment.
Senior Supervisor
Main Roads Department - TANAMI PROJECT
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Day to Day operations of Installation of Culvert & Concrete structure's based on a proposed design plan.
- Management and direction of a team up to 15 people operation in multiple work area from concreting, traffic control, machine operation and labouring.
- Creating, managing, scheduling and implementing projects for timely completion.
- Planning and Building dams/turkey nest complete with internal liners.
- Installation of rural plumbing and water tank, generators and bores plus the ensuring completing of routine maintenance.
- Plan and implement large-scale fencing projects in a timely manner.
- Monitoring and servicing all machinery and tools to ensure upkeep of quality and productivity.
- Purchasing and budgeting of required project materials, whilst being aware of current stock levels.
- Completion of ITP'S, JSA'S and SWIMS.
Civil Construction Supervisor
MG Corporation - NOONAMANG PROJECT
03.2019 - 03.2022
- General Civil Construction.
- Operate various machines in construction projects
- Transport of materials & machinery to construction site
- Fence construction
- Culvert Installation
- Pad preparation and Concrete Batching
- Residential and Commercial ground preparation
- General Machinery repairs
- Training and mentoring small civil crew
- Contract Grading (CAT 140M) (Mixing/Layout, Windrows, Maintenance and Trimming)
Skills
- Proven time management skills
- Understanding of WHS
- Extensive machine operation experience
- Ability to communicate with others effectively
- Ability to lead and support team members
- Demonstrated Experience, Knowledge and Reliability
- Mechanically Minded with an understanding of routine Maintenance requirements
Certification
- Current Class 'C' License.
- Current 'HR' License.
- White Card
- Grader License
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Skid Steer Operations
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Excavator Operations.
- Aus Chem Skill Set
- Chainsaw Skill Set
- Manager/ Supervisor Drug Testing accreditation.
References
- Pearce JAVAT - Acting Project/Contract Manager - MAINROADS WA (KIMBERLEY REGION) - 0422 390 354
- Harry BORLACE - Manager - GUERONONI & SONS - 0439 368 719
- Clive LOVELL - Owner - LOVELL MACHINERY 0438 934 571
Timeline
Service Cart Operator / Heavy Machinery Operator
Argyle Diamond Mine - MDM Mining and Civil
01.2025 - Current
Heavy Machinery Operator
Argyle Diamond Mine - MDM Mining and Civil
06.2024 - Current
Senior Supervisor
Main Roads Department - TANAMI PROJECT
03.2022 - 06.2024
Civil Construction Supervisor
MG Corporation - NOONAMANG PROJECT
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Current Class 'C' License.
- Current 'HR' License.
- White Card
- Grader License
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Skid Steer Operations
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Excavator Operations.
- Aus Chem Skill Set
- Chainsaw Skill Set
- Manager/ Supervisor Drug Testing accreditation.
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