Harley Thorp
Deloraine,TAS
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and diverse experience in roles ranging from machinery operation to general labor. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments while maintaining exceptional communication and teamwork skills. Currently pursuing a Certificate II in Security and Operations, reflecting a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Eager to leverage skills and experiences in new opportunities that challenge and inspire growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labourer
Nystar
Hobart, TAS
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to labourer tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Garbage Truck Driver
Thorp Waste
Brighton Tas 7030
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Executed early morning shifts with precision.
- Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
- Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
- Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
- Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
- Maximized payload capacity with careful loading practices that allowed for more efficient collections.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace, implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to prevent unexpected breakdowns and ensure smooth operation.
- Executed proper lifting techniques when handling large or heavy objects, minimizing risk of injury on the job.
- Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction, and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
- Reduced landfill waste by effectively sorting recyclables from general refuse during collections.
- Positioned and returned container on customer's property with lids and doors properly replaced and containers located without risk of obstruction traffic flow or driveway entrances.
Welder Fabricator
Sunrise trailers
Cambridge, TAS
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Reading fabrication plans while delivering a high quality outcome, can deliver high quality work under extreme stress and high demands.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
Education
Year 10 Completed 2019 -
St Virgil’s College
Austins Ferry, TASSkills
- Can work as Team Work or independently
- Excellent time Management skills
- Correct operation of Hand Tools and Power Tools
- Reading and understanding of Blueprints
- Machine Operation
- Great communication skills
- Self Motivated
- Neat personal presentation
Certification
- Medium Rigid Licence
- White card
- Certificate II welding and Fabrication
Languages
English
Timeline
Labourer
Nystar
04.2025 - 07.2025
Garbage Truck Driver
Thorp Waste
01.2023 - 01.2025
Welder Fabricator
Sunrise trailers
07.2021 - 12.2023
Year 10 Completed 2019 -
St Virgil’s College