JANET BEGG
Moranbah,Australia
Summary
Hard working employee with 10+ years experience following strict WH&S protocols in a mining environment. Demonstrates the expertise required to efficiently managing a variety of tasks without supervision. Outstanding employee relation skills with ability to build productive relationships across all organizational levels / cultural backgrounds. Experienced working in high pressure situations with competing priorities. Effectively meets production schedules safely and in accordance with strict quality standards. Available to begin work and commit to long term FIFO/DIDO/BIBO rosters.
My passion is my work in the laboratory, I get a great feeling of accomplishment when my work is completed.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Workpac- Contracted to Dyno Nobel
Moranbah, Queensland
10.2024 - Current
- Collected samples from various Prill vials for analysis in accordance with established guidelines.
- Solution Preparation
- Data Entry Spreadsheets
- Data Entry Prod lab
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Implemented and adhered to laboratory safety protocols, including the proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents, ensuring availability and minimizing waste.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment, including KF's, balances, turbidity and pH meters to ensure accurate results.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Ensured that all laboratory areas were kept clean and orderly at all times.
- Identified potential problems during testing process and took corrective action as necessary.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
- Participated in regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress on daily work topics.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervisor.
Waste Management Officer
Isaac Regional Council
Moranbah, QLD
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Waste Management Certificate Entry
- Enviromental Reporting in Citrix
- Complete Isaac Instant Reports
- Complete Pre-start for vehicles
- Deal with multiple customers on a daily basis
Multi System Operator
Cleanaway Waste Management
Moranbah, QLD
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Collection of days of up to 900 bins
Laboratory Technician
Byerwen Coal Mine
Glenden, QLD
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter
- Operated basic laboratory analysis- Rapid Ashes, Volatile Matter
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and data entry for results to customer
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens
CHPP Laboratory Technician
VALE, Carborough Downs Mine
Moranbah, QLD
07.2008 - 04.2016
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter
- Operated basic laboratory analysis- Rapid Ashes, Volatile Matter
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and data entry for results to customer
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens
CHPP Laboratory Technician
Foxleigh Mine, Sonoma Coal Mine Glencore
Coal Fields Central Qld
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter
- Operated basic laboratory analysis- Rapid Ashes, Volatile Matter
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and data entry for results to customer
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens
Cook
Banksia Pacific Catering /QRI Services Pty Ltd
Coppabella, Qld
12.1999 - 12.2005
- Prepared multiple bulk meal portions simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, for customer satisfaction and covering mining requirements
- Volumes of over 100 plus mining staff
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot
Education
Certificate IV - Surface Coal Mining
Sharp Training
Mackay, QLD09.2019
Diploma In Laboratory Technology -
LTT Brisbane
04.2014
Certificate IV - RIIEIA402D
Sharp Training
Mackay, QLDCertificate IV - Surface Extraction Operations
Sharp Training
Mackay, QLDDiploma In Laboratory Technology -
LTT Brisbane
Skills
- Adherence to site safety protocols
- Experienced working 12 hour shifts / night & day shifts / living in camp accommodation
- Attend / contribute to numerous toolbox meetings / pre-start meetings
- Able to complete safety documentation such as JSEA's, SLAM's, Take 5's, SWM's
- Attain / exceed KPI's
- Willing / Able to learn new skills with minimal training
- LTI free work history / fit and healthy / non-smoker
- MACHINERY DUTIES / TRAINING RIGID HAULTRUCK - CAT 777
- Waste management
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Lab result interpretation
- Sample Preparation
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Safety Compliance
- Chemical Handling
- Laboratory instrumentation
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Laboratory safety
- Laboratory documentation
- Vehicle Inspections
Hobbies and Interests
Enjoy a social game of golf with friends & family to relax., Enjoy folk art painting, paint by numbers to relax., Enjoy ut machine label making for cups, drink bottles, lunch boxes, card making, clothing iron on designs. Being creative
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
QUALIFICATIONS S11 Induction with metalliferous core components Rigid Haul Truck Operations RIIMPO338E Articulated Haul Truck Operations RIIMPO337E Bulk Water Truck Operations RIIMPO206D Front End Loader Operations RIIMPO304E Dozer Operations RIIMPO323A HC Heavy Combination Drivers' Licence / UD Driver's Authority HC / UD Work Safely at Heights RIIWHS204D Enter & Work in Confined Spaces RIIWHS202D Current Coal Board Medical (willing to obtain) Data Entry/ Reporting SGS Paget Mackay Collect Routine Site Samples RIISTD202D Diploma - Laboratory Technician MSL50109 Safely Access the rail corridor TLIF2080C Cert III - Business Administration SITE INDUCTIONS Byerwen Mine German Creek Foxleigh Mine
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Workpac- Contracted to Dyno Nobel
10.2024 - Current
Waste Management Officer
Isaac Regional Council
01.2021 - 08.2023
Multi System Operator
Cleanaway Waste Management
01.2019 - 01.2021
Laboratory Technician
Byerwen Coal Mine
01.2017 - 01.2019
CHPP Laboratory Technician
VALE, Carborough Downs Mine
07.2008 - 04.2016
CHPP Laboratory Technician
Foxleigh Mine, Sonoma Coal Mine Glencore
01.2006 - 01.2008
Cook
Banksia Pacific Catering /QRI Services Pty Ltd
12.1999 - 12.2005
Certificate IV - Surface Coal Mining
Sharp Training
Diploma In Laboratory Technology -
LTT Brisbane
Certificate IV - RIIEIA402D
Sharp Training
Certificate IV - Surface Extraction Operations
Sharp Training
Diploma In Laboratory Technology -
LTT Brisbane
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