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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
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, VIC
01.2001

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

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