Joel Abela
Mosman,NSW
Summary
Reliable and hardworking civil construction leading hand and machinery operator with extensive
experience in excavation and heavy machinery operation. Strong background in interpreting civil
construction and engineering plans, supervising crews, pipe laying experience and delivering safe and efficient site
operations. Experienced in set-out using rover equipment for kerb & gutter, footings, heights and
contour checks. Seeking to transition from excavation into surveying to further develop technical
skills within the civil industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Constuction Leading Hand & Operator
Jason Haines Earthmoving
03.2022 - 04.2026
- Operated excavators and various civil machinery
- Supervised crews and coordinated daily site activities
- Interpreted civil and engineering plans
- Performed excavation, trenching and stormwater installation
- Maintained safe work practices and communicated with contractors and supervisors
Civil Construction Worker / Leading Hand
T&I; Civil
11.2019 - 03.2022
Operated heavy machinery including excavators and skid steer
• Interpreted civil construction plans and specifications
• Installed stormwater and civil infrastructure
• Assisted with site preparation and excavation
• Supported site set-out and levels
Stone Mason / Installer
Macarthur Marble & Granite Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 12.2018
• Installed stone benchtops in residential and commercial projects
• Measured, cut and fitted stone accurately
• Maintained high standards of workmanship and client communication
Education
High School Diploma -
Camden High
Camden, NSW12-2016
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation (Excavators, Skid Steer, Dozers, Graders, Rollers)
- Excavation and trenching
- Stormwater installation
- Civil plan interpretation
- Set-out using rover equipment
- Crew supervision / Leading hand experience
- Site coordination and safety compliance
- Strong communication and reliability
Licences & Certificates
• White Card
• Driver’s Licence
• VOC (Verification of Competency) – Excavator, Skid Steer
• SOA (Statement of Attainment) – Civil Construction & Machinery Operation
Timeline
Civil Constuction Leading Hand & Operator
Jason Haines Earthmoving
03.2022 - 04.2026
Civil Construction Worker / Leading Hand
T&I; Civil
11.2019 - 03.2022
Stone Mason / Installer
Macarthur Marble & Granite Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Camden High