JOSEPH BURRIDGE
NORTH HAVEN,Australia
Summary
Professional tradesperson equipped with relevant skills and ready for leadership responsibilities. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with ability to adapt to changing needs. Expertise in project management, safety protocols, and hands-on problem-solving. Known for effective communication and fostering productive work environment.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leading Hand
AUMS
Geita Gold Mine. Tanzania
2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and production standards.
- Coordinated workflow between teams, optimizing resource allocation for increased efficiency.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and operational procedures to enhance performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and streamlined task execution.
Drill Maintenance Service Technician. Planner S..
BHP
Roxby Downs, South Australia
01.2011 - 01.2022
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for equipment handling and maintenance procedures.
HD Fitter
QMM for BHP Billiton
Roxby Downs, South Australia
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Assembled and installed mechanical components according to specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics for precise assembly tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively.
HD Fitter
HWE Mining
Cowell, South Australia
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues, developing effective solutions that minimized disruptions to project timelines.
- Improved equipment longevity with detailed reports on wear and tear, recommending timely replacements or upgrades.
HD Mechanical fitter
BlueBird Rail Operations
Kilburn, South Australia
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Drill Maintenance Service Technician. Leading Hand
RUC
Tembagapura, Indonesia
01.2023 - 2025
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on various equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance checks to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical systems, applying safety protocols effectively.
- Documented service reports accurately, maintaining detailed records of repairs and maintenance tasks.
Education
Year 10 - undefined
Taperoo High
Taperoo, South Australia01.1995
Skills
Able to liaise and negotiate at all levels
Ability to work in a demanding situation
Proven ability to operate as an effective team member
Proven management and implementation skills
Ability to analyse, divide and assess situations
High level of problem solving capabilities
Planning, organizing, delegation and analytical skills
Ability to analyse, asses and review action to achieve results
Delegation, implementation and monitoring skills
Work closely with a committed team
Able to set goals, strategies and action plans
Excellent organization and planning skills
Set and work priorities
Ability to operate to schedules and meet deadlines
Ambitious, motivated and hardworking
Able to work in a team based environment
Conscientious and confident in own abilities
Drive and determination to achieve performance goals
Self motivated, innovation and enthusiastic
Total commitment to all obligations and responsibilities
Ability to demonstrate initiative
Enjoy the challenge of meeting high expectations
Keen to accept responsibility
Able to work under pressure
Certification
- Trade Certificate – Mechanical Engineering (Fitter)
- The Training & Skills Commission
- Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
- TAFE SA
- Trade certificate-Auto Electrical- Certificate III TAFE SA.
- Forklift Licence
- Air Brake Certificate
- LL (Loader)
- DG (Dogman)
- Atlas Rig Control Systems (RCS) 3,4,5
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Senior First Aid
- Refrigerant Handling Licence
- C Class Drivers Licence HR Truck Licence.
- Level 2 in senior first aid (currently completing)
- Cert 1 Fire and Rescue
- Cert 3 Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
Accomplishments
- 2015 – 2022 Emergency Response Officer for Olympic Dam
- 2021: U13’s Girls Football Coach – Port Districts Football Club
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- Highly experienced in mobile machinery
- Highly experienced in fault finding (hydraulics and electrical systems)
- Highly experienced with diesel engines
- A good understanding of hydraulic and electrical drawings
- Experienced in 20 tonne Franna
- Highly experienced in Atlas Copco drill rigs
- Experienced in Caterpillar AD55 and AD60
- Wide experience of can bus system
- Wide knowledge of Jacques Crushers
- Wide knowledge of shutdown/quick fix work.
- Experienced Pipe fitter
- Maintaining crusher
- Experienced in Hytachi excavators from 1900 to 3500
- Experienced in maintaining 150 tonne dump trucks
- Highly experienced in Fixed plant & conveyers
- Wide knowledge of under ground drill rigs
- Wide Knowledge of plate feeders and load chutes
- Experienced in using GSAP and 1SAP, creating notifications and work orders as 3IC.
- Leadership Skills and Qualities
Timeline
Drill Maintenance Service Technician. Leading Hand
RUC
01.2023 - 2025
Drill Maintenance Service Technician. Planner S..
BHP
01.2011 - 01.2022
HD Fitter
QMM for BHP Billiton
01.2010 - 01.2011
HD Fitter
HWE Mining
01.2008 - 01.2010
HD Mechanical fitter
BlueBird Rail Operations
01.2003 - 01.2008
Year 10 - undefined
Taperoo High
Leading Hand
AUMS
2025 - Current