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Jake Cairns

Perth,WA

Summary

Dedicated and safety-conscious heavy machinery operator with extensive experience operating articulated dump trucks, civil excavators, and other earthmoving equipment. Proven ability to deliver high-quality results under challenging site conditions while ensuring compliance with safety standards. A reliable team player and effective communicator, ready to contribute expertise and a strong work ethic to support organizational success. Willing and experienced in stepping in to assist with ground crew tasks when needed to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Excavator Operator

oreion
Rockingham , WA
01.2025 - Current
  • Operated 20-ton excavator for sulphur stockpile management.
  • Cut and maintained benches within sulphur stockpiles to enhance safe access and material movement.
  • Coordinated with plant and logistics teams to optimize incoming sulphur loads and pile configuration.
  • Conducted daily pre-start inspections and performed minor servicing on excavator for safe operation.
  • Adhered to environmental regulations and safety procedures while working around hazardous materials.
  • Facilitated team training sessions, sharing best practices for efficient operation in corrosive, dusty environments.

Allrounder Operator

KMG Contracting
North Perth
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Operated up to 100T excavators for bulk earthworks, trenching, rock breaking, and detailed digging around services.
  • Carried out utility trenching (water, gas, electrical) with precision in tight-access areas.
  • Utilized excavators and Moxy Volvo dump trucks to facilitate material loading and unloading processes.
  • Performed pre-start checks and basic maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
  • Assisted with grading, soil compaction, and backfilling to project specs.
  • Worked closely with site crews to support safe, efficient project delivery.

Dump Truck Operator

Crushing Dynamics (Shutdown)
Beaudesert / Yatala
07.2021 - 10.2023
  • Conducted thorough pre-operation inspections to ensure optimal equipment performance.
  • Safely transported materials across site destinations, following safety and efficiency standards.
  • Operated 775G, 773F, and 777F dump trucks effectively.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies, including tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.

Excavator Operator

Mac Civils
Lancashire, UK
02.2017 - 01.2021
  • Operated 20t–30t excavators for river and drainage channel desilting across Lancashire.
  • Removed sediments and gravels to restore flow capacity and reduce flood risk.
  • Conducted routine desilting to maintain original bed levels and performed large-scale dredging.
  • Ensured compliance with environmental protocols to protect habitats and uphold regulations.

Skills

  • CAT 777 dump truck operation
  • Volvo and Terex Moxy operation
  • Civil and production excavator operation
  • Pre-operational inspection
  • Load management and compliance
  • Site safety procedures
  • Team collaboration and communication

Certification

  • Australian manual driving licence
    • RII- Articulated Haul Truck , Moxy
    • RII- Excavator
    • Construction White Card

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Excavator Operator

oreion
01.2025 - Current

Allrounder Operator

KMG Contracting
10.2023 - 01.2025

Dump Truck Operator

Crushing Dynamics (Shutdown)
07.2021 - 10.2023

Excavator Operator

Mac Civils
02.2017 - 01.2021

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