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Gerard Petherick

Rosemeadow

Summary

Adept Excavator Operator with proven expertise in heavy equipment operation and safety procedures, honed at Earthworx. Excelled in site preparation and demolition, demonstrating environmental awareness and effective communication. Skilled in operating excavators up to 60 tonnes with various attachments, ensuring project precision and client satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Excavator Operator

Earthworx
09.2020 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Assisted in site preparation tasks, including clearing debris and vegetation, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
  • Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
  • Collaborated with other heavy equipment operators to coordinate movements and optimize work zone safety.
  • Supported crew members in various tasks such as grading terrain, leveling surfaces, or compacting soil when necessary.
  • Supported construction projects by efficiently loading trucks with excavated materials for proper disposal or reuse.
  • Demonstrated precision in trench digging for utility installations, minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
  • Maintained positive relationships with clients, addressing their concerns and providing updates on project progress.
  • Followed markers, work instructions and hand signals to complete accurate work.
  • Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
  • Adhered to strict safety requirements for digging, machine operation and personal behaviors.
  • Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
  • Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.

Can operate any excavator from 1 t upto 60 tonne

Use various excavator attachments including buckets hammers grinders

Education

Year 12 - Hsc

John Therry Catholic High School
Rosemeadow Nsw
10.2013

Skills

  • Excavator operation
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Land Clearing
  • Following Directions
  • Effective communication skills
  • Rock Breaking
  • Demolition Work
  • Pre-operational equipment checks
  • Environmental awareness
  • Site preparation
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Machine Operation

Timeline

Excavator Operator

Earthworx
09.2020 - Current

Year 12 - Hsc

John Therry Catholic High School
Gerard Petherick