Hughie (Hugh) McSherry

Operating excavators for various contractors on Jobs ranging from Sydney Water, Sydney Trains, CPB, John Holland, Lendlease, Downer

• Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment, prolonging its lifespan and reducing the need for costly repairs.

Operating excavator, Trenching for electrical, gas, storm water etc, truck Driver, cable hauling/pulling

• Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.

• Operating Excavators
• Maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and procedures
• Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Installation of new Electrical and Communication lines along Qantas Drive, Trenching, Shoring, Dewatering, Operating Excavator, Trucks, Rollers, Planning and setting out, Pre Starts and running small crew, Pit and Pipelaying

• Operating Dump Trucks and Excavators underground at the face, dewatering, installing service lines, setting up Scrubbers, Offsider to road header, shotcreter, bolter
• Performed routine inspections of heavy equipment to identify potential hazards or malfunctions before they escalated into bigger problems.

• Operating Excavator/Dump truck/Compactor on steep and challenging terrain
• Ensured accurate measurements for excavation tasks using GPS technology, resulting in increased precision during earthmoving activities.
• Increased project completion rates by effectively managing simultaneous operation of multiple machines onsite.

• North Connex Project, Supervisor/Excavator Operator, set out and excavate footings for overhead VMS Gantries working in accordance with all relevant permits, dial before you dig etc, supervise formworking/concreting crews, provide relevant information in regards to offsets, heights, plans etc
• Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
• Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
• Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

Central Train Station - excavating underneath the existing subway to build a new subway station for connection to new metro tunnel

• Works included construction of access roads, storage yards, plant, equipment and machinery yards
• Assisted other subcontractors in dewatering, delineation, setting up
• Assigned duties included: operation of water cart, road sweeper, excavator, roller, dump truck
• Electrical spotting, working in confined spaces
• Yardman - stocktaking, operating Telehandler/Forklift to unload site deliveries, equipment, plant and machinery etc
• Offsider to 130 tonne crawler crane - dogging duties and machine spotting
• In charge of setting up a water treatment plant involving the testing and calculation of water being discharged off site and ensuring discharge permits were valid
• Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.

Sydney Metro - Central Station, night works constructing two new stairwells on Platforms 20 to 23 involving the erecting of hoarding, breaking out platform and excavating down to Olympic Tunnel, removing spoil via overhead gantry crane, at required depth assisted Carpenters in forming up new stairs, steel fixing and concreting, assisted with pumping in of concrete, operating Telehandler and Watercart

• Murrumbidgee irrigation project (John Holland Principal Contractor) - civil works to upgrade old concrete structures on canals with larger more modern gates that allowed better control of the flow and quantity of water being used on each individual farm, replaced sections of pipeline were required due to larger diameter been required for greater flow of new gates
• Steel fixing, formwork and concreting, dogging loads, operated Telehandler/Forklift as required
• Contributed to the construction team''s positive work culture by maintaining a strong work ethic, fostering open communication, and offering assistance whenever needed.

• Operator: excavators, positrack/skidsteer, bobcat, dump truck, roller
• Steelfixing, formwork, concreting, pipe laying, electrical and telecommunications conduit laying, dogging loads, advanced confined spaces worker preparing permits and emergency procedures to work in structures underground (pits, trench boxes etc.)
• Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.

Sydney Trains - civil labourer, demolition, installing drainage along rail corridor, conduit and pipe laying, demolition of platforms, resurfacing platforms, working in live electrical substations to install noise suppression walls around transformers

• John Holland/North Rapid Transit laying stormwater pipes
• Downer civil works, laying 2 metre internal diameter stormwater pipes, excavation of caissons for gross pollutant tanks, installed bracing between sheet piles, working in live sewerage plants
• Acciona/Sydney Light Rail

Erection and dismantling of scaffolding on various domestic and residential projects

• Contributed to successful project outcomes by troubleshooting issues that arose during scaffold erection or dismantling process.
• Ensured timely completion of projects, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising on quality or safety.
• Participated in risk assessments for each project, identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Improved safety standards by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of scaffolding equipment.
• Developed customized solutions for complex projects, adapting scaffolding configurations to suit unique client needs.

Erection and dismantling of scaffolding on various projects

• Exceeded compliance standards for scaffold safety by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
• Implemented best practices in fall protection and hazard identification, reducing incidents of workplace accidents.
• Increased team productivity by providing ongoing training and mentoring for junior scaffolders.
• Optimized scaffold designs for improved efficiency and stability in various construction projects.
• Trained newly hired employees on safest ways to erect and take down scaffolding.

Erection and dismantling of scaffolding on various projects

• Ensured timely project completion by efficiently coordinating scaffold erection and dismantling tasks.
• Achieved high levels of client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail during all phases of the scaffolding process from design through erection and dismantling.
• Collaborated with project managers to develop effective scaffolding solutions tailored to project requirements.

Bricklaying on various projects

• Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
• Ensured structural integrity by carefully laying bricks in a consistent and precise manner, according to industry standards.
• Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.

Hardship you cannot imagine

• Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
• Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.

Hardship you cannot imagine

• Managed site development with assistance from civil engineers and complied with city and county ordinances.
• Collaborated with architects, engineers, and subcontractors for seamless project execution and timely completion.

Hardship you cannot imagine

Hardship you cannot imagine

• Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.

Hardship you cannot imagine

• Achieved high-quality brickwork by accurately measuring, cutting, and laying bricks following project specifications.