JAMES OEHLRICH
Cannington
Summary
Experienced Mining Operator with over 10 years working in the Mining Field. Competent with operating multiple machinery with safety of self and others at the forefront of every job. A team player, who also has the initiative to complete tasks unassisted.
Experienced with operating heavy machinery in various excavation projects. Utilizes advanced problem-solving skills to ensure project efficiency and safety. Track record of maintaining equipment and adhering to safety protocols, demonstrating reliability and technical proficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Excavator Operator
Mineral Resources
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other heavy equipment operators to coordinate movements and optimize work zone safety.
- Achieved optimal excavator performance by diligently following manufacturer recommendations for equipment use, maintenance, and care.
- Ensured accurate digging depths by utilizing GPS technology and laser-guided systems.
- Minimized risk of injury during operation through strict adherence to OSHA safety guidelines and best practices in the industry.
- Improved overall job satisfaction among crew members by consistently displaying a strong work ethic, professionalism, and dedication to teamwork.
- Mitigated potential hazards by staying informed about current weather conditions and adjusting excavation activities as needed.
- Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
- Followed standard operating procedures as guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicles.
- Notified supervisor to escalate issues needing further investigation or study.
Assistant Supervisor
Mcarthur River Mine (Glencore)
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to ensure a consistent learning experience for new hires.
- Worked closely with other supervisors to create a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently met or exceeded company objectives.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations by diligently monitoring operations and addressing issues proactively.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback designed to help employees reach their full potential.
- Contributed to the successful completion of projects by proactively identifying potential roadblocks and offering solutions.
Mining Production Operator
Mcarthur River Mine
02.2017 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with Supervisors to develop more effective mine plans, leading to increased productivity.
- Supervised junior staff members effectively, fostering an environment where learning opportunities were maximized while maintaining high-performance standards.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding potential hazards or inefficiencies identified during operations, facilitating prompt action when needed.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and minimal downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production levels, enabling timely adjustments for optimal output.
Auxiliary/Excavator Operator
McArthur River Mine
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Water Cart - Watering dump sites, haul roads and dig faces (Stock Piles)
- Front End Loaders - Loading haul trucks, clean up drill patterns, clean up haul roads and build windrows.
- Dozers - Clean up dig floors, building windrows, drill pattern clean up, pushing loose material over the dig face and working the dump sites.
- Graders - Clean up haul roads and drill pattern clean up.
- Excavators - Loading Haul trucks, loading moxie trucks, digging for misfires, building windrows and scaling walls.
- Acting Leading Hand - facilitate daily operations under supervisor's lead, effective communication with the crew, ensuring that deadlines are met, facilitates handover with oncoming crew about ongoing work, setting up lighting towers, picking up/dropping off operators.
Truck Operator
McArthur River Mine
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: Experienced Mining Operator with over 10 years working in the Mining Field. Competent with operating multiple machinery with safety of self and others at the forefront of every job. A team player, who also has the initiative to complete tasks unassisted.
- Carting material out of the pit to the dump
- Experienced Mining Operator with over 10 years working in the Mining Field. Competent with operating multiple machinery with safety of self and others at the forefront of every job. A team player, who also has the initiative to complete tasks unassisted.
Education
High School -
Kalkadoon High School
Mt Isa, QLD01.2005
Skills
- CAT D10
- CAT D11
- CAT LOADER 972K
- CAT LOADER 993K
- CAT LOADER 994K
- CAT GRADER 16M
- CAT GRADER 18M
- LEIIBHER 9350
- LEIIBHER 996B
- LEIIBHER 9600
- HITACHI 2600
- HITACHI 3600
- KOMATSU 1000
- KOMATSU 4000
- S1, S2, S3 SUPERVISOR COURSE
- NRT - TRACK DOZER
- NRT - HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
Certification
- BEN BROCKMAN ( MINERAL RESOURSES)
- 0488992106
- ANN WAAKA ( MRM GLENCORE)
- 0428825715
Timeline
Production Excavator Operator
Mineral Resources
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Supervisor
Mcarthur River Mine (Glencore)
06.2022 - 10.2024
Mining Production Operator
Mcarthur River Mine
02.2017 - 04.2022
Auxiliary/Excavator Operator
McArthur River Mine
01.2014 - 02.2017
Truck Operator
McArthur River Mine
01.2012 - 01.2014
High School -
Kalkadoon High School
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