JACK BACKSHALL
Gosnells,WA
Summary
Safety-focused Heavy-Industry Operator with expertise in high-pressure water blasting, scraper operations, HR heavy haulage driving, and conveyor chute monitoring. Holds strong high-risk compliance certifications and demonstrates mechanical aptitude, consistently achieving zero-harm safety standards in challenging industrial environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
High Pressure Water Blaster
Veolia Murrin Murrin Nickel & Cobalt
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Operated Ultra High Pressure (UHP) water jetting units for effective descaling and thorough industrial pipe/vessel decontamination.
- Executed daily pre-start inspections on high-pressure pumps and blast lines, verifying emergency stop isolation systems for operational safety.
- Performed confined space entry operations under strict atmospheric testing and continuous safety permit controls.
HR Truck Driver
Cardinal Contractors Telfer Gold
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Safely operated Heavy Rigid (HR) synchronesh trucks and water carts across off-road haulage circuits.
- Delivered dust suppression water and transported heavy machinery to ensure safe operations in active mining zones.
- Coordinated two-way radio traffic control with site dispatch and loader operators to maintain operational efficiency.
Scraper Operator
Charles Hull Boddington Bauxite
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated open-bowl and elevating scrapers for bulk cut-and-fill operations and haul road construction.
- Coordinated push tractors and survey teams to ensure precise bench levels and grade targets for optimal project outcomes.
- Performed fluid checks, daily greasing, and fault reporting for heavy earthmoving equipment to maintain operational efficiency and safety.
Chute Watcher
South 32 Boddington Bauxite
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Monitored crushing chutes and conveyor transfer points, preventing hang-ups and spillage to protect equipment integrity.
- Enforced electrical and mechanical isolation procedures before clearing blockages, ensuring safety compliance.
- Communicated continuously with control rooms, maintaining consistent plant throughput and enhancing operational safety.
Education
Pinjarra Senior High School
Pinjarra , WASkills
- Water jetting
- Confined space entry
- Pre-Start Machinery Checks
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Hazard Identification
- Blast line inspection
- JSEA / SWMS Adherence
- Isolation procedures
- Safe Work Method Statements
Certification
- HR Licence (Synchronesh)
- High Risk Work Licence
- Dangerous Goods Card
- White Card (Construction)
- EWP Boom Lift (>11m)
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space Entry
- Gas Testing Atmosphere
Machinery Experience
- Scrapers
- Dump Trucks
- Rollers
- Bobcats
- HR Trucks (Various types)
- Front Loaders
- IT Loaders
- EWP’s
- Ultra High Pressure Water Blasters
Personal Information
- Title: Heavy Industry & Mining Operations Specialist
- Nationality: Australian
- Availability: Immediately Available (FIFO/Local)
- Work Permit: Full Work Rights
- Residence Permit: Full Work Rights
- Visa Status: Australian Resident / Full Work Rights
Timeline
High Pressure Water Blaster
Veolia Murrin Murrin Nickel & Cobalt
01.2023 - 01.2024
HR Truck Driver
Cardinal Contractors Telfer Gold
01.2022 - 01.2023
Scraper Operator
Charles Hull Boddington Bauxite
01.2021 - 01.2022
Chute Watcher
South 32 Boddington Bauxite
01.2020 - 01.2021
Pinjarra Senior High School