Joel Bennett
Laverton
Summary
Dedicated logistics professional with 17 years of experience as a lead foreman, operating forklifts, straddle carriers, and quayside gantry cranes at DP World Australia. Skilled in container and material handling, team coordination, and meeting high-pressure deadlines, with a proven ability to adapt to new technologies and environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Break
07.2021 - Current
- I took a redundancy to focused on family responsibilities, caring for young children, which strengthened organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained industry readiness through current licenses and technical engagement, preparing to rejoin the workforce.
- During career break have continually engaged in handyman work for elderly community members in need.
Foreman / Heavy Machinery Operator
DP World Australia
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
01.2004 - 06.2021
- Operated small, heavy, top loader and high reach forklifts, heavy machinery straddle carriers and quayside gantry cranes to handle international cargo containers, ensuring precision and safety in a fast-paced port environment.
- Led rotating crews of up to 20 on a daily basis, coordinating loading/unloading operations to exceed quotas, reducing turnaround times by 10%.
- Conducted quality checks and maintained safety standards, leveraging high-risk licenses (LF forklift, CB gantry cranes, DG Dogman) for zero-incident shifts.
- Consistently undertook OHS training to keep update with new standards and procedures.
- Trained operators on equipment use and safety protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Thrive under pressure, consistently meeting tight deadlines in high-volume operations.
Education
Certificate III -
Stevedoring
07-2018
Year 12 Certificate -
Bayside Secondary College
Melbourne, VIC01.2001
Skills
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Inventory Management and Quality Control
- Team Collaboration and Shift Coordination
- Safety Compliance and Risk Management
- Handyman Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Fast Learner
- Self-Motivated
- Thrives in High-Pressure, Cold Environments
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
- High-Risk Work License: Forklift (LF)
- High-Risk Work License: Gantry Cranes (CB)
- High-Risk Work License: Dogman (DG)
- Victorian Driver’s License (C and R)
- Sub 25kg REPL Done License
- AROC Aeronautical Radio Operator Certification
- Driving License: Victorian Driver’s License (C and R)
Timeline
Career Break
07.2021 - Current
Foreman / Heavy Machinery Operator
DP World Australia
01.2004 - 06.2021
Certificate III -
Stevedoring
Year 12 Certificate -
Bayside Secondary College
Additional Interests
- Restoring and building cars
- Passionate about building and assembling computers, showcasing technical aptitude.
- Skilled handyman, experienced in woodworking, metalwork, and construction projects.
- Flying drones for fun, racing and freestyle