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Work History
Education
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John Liaroutsos

Earlwood

Summary

Dynamic Crane Crew Member with extensive experience at Uplift Cranes, excelling in heavy lifting and rigging. Known for optimizing workflows and enhancing safety compliance, I effectively communicate and resolve conflicts on-site. Proven ability to lead teams and improve project efficiency, ensuring timely completion of complex lifting operations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Crane Crew Member

Uplift Cranes
08.2023 - Current

Lead Dogman and Crane Coordinator for mobile and tower cranes (55t–250t Mobiles, all Luffers and Hammerheads).

• High-rise crane operation planning and execution.

• Precast panel installation (including spin-ups) and dual-crane lifts.

• Jump Form and Jump Screen construction and self-jumping systems.

• Installation of concrete boom pumps, working platforms, safety boxes.

• Machine and plant lifts across changing job environments.

• Installation of Alley Macks and tower cranes.

• Concrete kibble work and general lift planning.

• Liaison with clients, reviewing instructions, drawings, and lift plans.

• Coordinating crane movement with other site activities via hand and audio signals.

• Workflow and lift optimisation to maintain positive lift efficiency.

• Known for strong communication, reliability, and respected by site managers, safety teams, and co-workers.

Rigger/Dogman/Lasher

Patricks Stevedores
01.2020 - 08.2023

Specialised rigging of boats, mining machinery, plant equipment, helicopters, and all out-of-gauge loads.

• Calculating and dogging all lifts required for daily discharge and loading operations.

• Lashing and securing containers.

• Tele-operations: driving, loading, and discharging containers onto trucks.

• Preparing safe work method plans for daily high-risk tasks.

• Ensuring safe work practices and meeting daily operational quotas.

Crane Crew Member

Uplift Cranes
03.2015 - 11.2019
  • Operated crane equipment to lift and move materials safely and efficiently.
  • Assisted in pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate lifting plans and optimize workflow.
  • Maintained accurate logs of daily operations and equipment usage for reporting purposes.
  • Trained new crew members on safe operating procedures and equipment handling techniques.
  • Implemented improvements in lifting processes, enhancing overall team productivity and safety compliance.
  • Ensured proper rigging of loads to minimize accidents and enhance overall lifting success rates.
  • Contributed to project completion ahead of schedule by efficiently managing time and resources during lifting operations.
  • Boosted productivity levels by working closely with supervisors to prioritize tasks according to project timelines effectively.

Self Employed Concreter/Formwork

MT Construction
08.2004 - 01.2015
  • Operated concrete mixers and pumps to ensure efficient material delivery for projects.
  • Prepared and finished surfaces using tools such as trowels, floats, and screeds.
  • Assisted in setting forms and reinforcing steel to maintain structural integrity during installations.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards on job sites, reducing incidents.
  • Oversaw project workflows, ensuring timely completion of tasks within established timelines.
  • Improved durability of finished structures by ensuring proper concrete placement, curing techniques, and reinforcement methods were utilized consistently.

Education

HRW LICENCE - CT, DG, RB, RI

HRWL

Skills

  • Heavy lifting techniques
  • Physical stamina and strength
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Conflict resolution
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Rigging
  • Site hazard assessment
  • Signal communication mastery
  • Valid certifications and licenses
  • Crane assembly and disassembly
  • Efficient time management
  • Safety protocol compliance

Timeline

Crane Crew Member

Uplift Cranes
08.2023 - Current

Rigger/Dogman/Lasher

Patricks Stevedores
01.2020 - 08.2023

Crane Crew Member

Uplift Cranes
03.2015 - 11.2019

Self Employed Concreter/Formwork

MT Construction
08.2004 - 01.2015

HRW LICENCE - CT, DG, RB, RI

HRWL
John Liaroutsos