Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Experience in Machines
Timeline
Generic

Jake Akerstrom

Cape Burney,WA

Summary

I am currently employed for Piacentini & Son as an All Rounder Operator, at ATLAS mining project, Nambung on a 1/1 shift pattern. I am looking to experience new challenges, diversify and improve my skill set. I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, I am very adept at working in a team environment and equally as confident working on my own. I am an enthusiastic learner and am always looking to upskill and regularly look for further study options to improve my career path. I am eager to learn and feel confident I would become an integral part of your team if given the opportunity.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

All Rounder Operator

Piacentini & Son
04.2025 - Current
  • As a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator at Piacentini & Son, I have gained extensive experience operating a variety of equipment, including rigid 777 dump trucks, 745 articulated dump trucks, and large dozers (D7R, D9T, D10T). My responsibilities include performing paddock and tip head dumps, running out loads, and managing complex site logistics to ensure the efficient transport and placement of materials for construction and development. I am adept at troubleshooting operational issues, solving mechanical problems, and identifying on-site challenges to maintain smooth workflow. In addition, I provide valuable support to team members, assisting with any operational difficulties and fostering cohesive team performance. I specialize in GPS-guided earthworks, flat topping, tip heads, and sheeting using dozers, while also contributing to the construction of pit walls, ramps, retaining walls, and site foundations. Throughout my career, I've demonstrated strong communication skills, collaborating closely with supervisors and operators to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. I have a deep understanding of heavy equipment maintenance and safety protocols, and I'm skilled in adapting to changing conditions while maintaining productivity and achieving project goals.

Mobile Plant Operator

BHP
08.2022 - 09.2024
  • Working as a Mobile Plant Operator, Passed Out/Competent in all 793 Haul Truck operations including paddock dumping, dumping over slime and building stockpiles. Competent and experienced in delineation. Competent/efficient in following high-level mine site safety procedures and regulations. Proficient in radio communication procedures and guidelines. Efficient and competent in working on various ground conditions, including open pit, slime, and areas and loose or compacted ground. Experienced and competent in working in wet weather areas. Two years experience, operating Caterpillar D10T/D10T2 Dozer. Performing jobs such as managing tip heads (i.e. side cutting, bulk pushing and shaping of windrows), building ramps, floor cleaning for dig units, sheeting roads, spotting in trucks, making intersections (TMP), Ripping floors to get rid of any toe in the floor to create a smooth surface for the truck drivers.
  • August 2022 – September 2024

Mobile Plant Operator

Piacentini & Son
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Working as a Mobile Plant Operator, Driving on-site LV vehicles, eg transporting crew to and from mine site to camp site. Competent/efficient in following high-level mine site safety procedures and regulations. Proficient in radio communication procedures and guidelines. Efficient and competent in working on various ground conditions, including slime, sand areas and loose or compacted ground.
  • February – August 2022 (2/1 Shift Pattern)

Deckhand

Desperate Measures
01.2015 - 02.2022
    • Working as general deckhand, pot lifting, maintenance work, boat repairs, welding, pot building and repairs, bait preparation, assisting with processing catch and accurate recording of data, rope fabrication and maintenance, float painting and maintenance, stock inventory and ordering, assisting in planning quota and fishing schedules, ensuring all safety equipment and processes are completed and effective, working closely with Skipper following instruction and learning boat manoeuvring and steering, assisting in navigation and plotting courses and pot location, diving and pot/rope recovery and maintenance, experience in on-land maintenance of boat equipment (eg using forklift, bobcat, etc.) assisting with fuel logistics and efficiency.
    • January 2015 — February 2022

Bartender

Leeman Country & Sporting Club
12.2016 - 07.2021
  • Occasionally worked paid and volunteer, serving customers, cleaning, handling money
  • December 2016 — July 2021

Education

Graduated Year 10 -

Jurien Bay District High School
Jurien Bay, WA
12.2014

Completed -

Leeman Primary School
Leeman, WA
12.2011

Skills

  • Leadership Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Communication Skills
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Computer Skills
  • First Aid Training

Certification

  • Appointed Person (Section 44), Online, (WAMSI/WAMSIR) May 2022
  • Marine Engine Drivers Grade 2, Central Regional TAFE June 2020 — July 2021
  • Cert IV in Maritime Operations, Central Regional TAFE May 2020 — June 2021
  • Cert III in Guiding Tourism, Central Regional TAFE February 2016 — June 2016
  • RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) SITHFAB201, Online December 2016
  • Approved Manager Licence - Unrestricted, Online March 2021

Hobbies and Interests

Maintenance on vehicles (land and water), Using Bobcat and Forklift at family industrial block, Volunteering at Leeman Sea Search & Rescue, Quad bike, Jet ski and Dune buggy riding

Experience in Machines

RIGID DUMP TRUCKS

  • CAT 777
  • CAT 785
  • CAT 793

ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCKS

  • CAT 745

DOZERS

  • D7R
  • D9T
  • D10T
  • D10T2

SKID STEER LOADERS

  • CAT 252B
  • CAT 262C

FORKLIFT

  • COUNTERBALANCE
  • TELEHANDLER


Timeline

All Rounder Operator

Piacentini & Son
04.2025 - Current

Mobile Plant Operator

BHP
08.2022 - 09.2024

Mobile Plant Operator

Piacentini & Son
02.2022 - 08.2022

Bartender

Leeman Country & Sporting Club
12.2016 - 07.2021

Deckhand

Desperate Measures
01.2015 - 02.2022

Graduated Year 10 -

Jurien Bay District High School

Completed -

Leeman Primary School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Jake Akerstrom