Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Licences And Permits
Previous Employment History
References
Certifications And Qualifications
Attributes
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Joshua Cousins

Heathridge,WA

Summary

A highly qualified and experienced individual with extensive background in Safe Operation of Equipment, Team Supervision, Rail Operations, Planning and Coordination, Administration and OHS Compliance. Possess strong work ethics and highly motivated and reliable in delivering services to clients. The key to success is the highly developed mechanical skills, strong technical aptitude, determination, capabilities and the ability to maintain a safe job site based on legal and company guidelines. A skilled professional who is willing to leverage knowledge, skills and work experience utilising excellent organisational, coordination, and leadership skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Verse testing Supervisor

Riotinto
05.2025 - Current

Supervisor for verse testing crew, running prestarts, lodging verse data, scheduling and rescheduling jobs, making sure the crew is completing jobs efficiently and in a safe manner by following procedures.

Rail Maintenance RNM

Riotinto
09.2021 - Current
  • Maintain and install turnouts throughout the network
  • Install plugs due to broken rail
  • Complete all administrative duties, inspect for saftey hazards and operational issues
  • Work effectively with other work groups and contractors
  • On the job training, giving them necessary instruction for the maintenance and proper operation of the machines
  • Actively undertake safety interactions and improvements
  • Conduct routine inspections and tasks to ensure equipment is in operational condition
  • Participating in prestarts, team safety meetings
  • Deliver results above and beyond stated objectives and encourage staff to do the same

Maintenance Leading Hand, Foreman

Fluor
12.2014 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: Fluor
  • Responsible for training the operators and giving them necessary instruction for the maintenance and proper operation of the machines
  • Operating viacar flashbut, setting up preparation for welding
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in laying and repairing railroad tracks
  • Deliver results above and beyond stated objectives and encourage staff to do the same
  • Quickly recognise problems and recommend objective and data driven solutions
  • Participating in toolboxes, team and safety meetings
  • Actively undertake safety interactions and improvements
  • Conduct routine inspections and tasks to ensure equipment is in operational condition
  • Work effectively with multiple teams to ensure production targets are met
  • Identify opportunities for improvement or streamline work procedures
  • Complete all administrative duties, inspect the area for safety hazards and operational issues
  • Monitor environmental aspects of the job and ensure quality product is produced

Builder

Jamie Pense Building
09.2012 - 12.2014
  • Interpreted technical drawings to install roof drainage systems for roofs of various angles on projects
  • Installed, maintained and repaired flashings, metallic roof and wall claddings and rainwater products such as gutters and downpipes
  • Finished work after the plastering
  • Erected basic fences and laying of patios, as well as digging out for preparation
  • Prepared doors for hardware installation, such as drilling holes to install locks
  • Ensured site and worker safety
  • Cleaned and prepared job site, loaded and unloaded materials, and used a variety of tools and machines
  • Set up and took down ladders, scaffolding, and other temporary structures

Carpentry Apprentice

PG & GM Thomas
09.2008 - 09.2012
  • Performed a variety of related carpentry and repair duties at various job sites as required
  • Followed through on verbal and written work orders as directed by Supervisor
  • Demonstrated safe work habits and knowledge of safety rules and instructions while performing job functions
  • Performed carpentry functions such as repair/installation of kitchen cabinets, window screens/glass, door locks, and plaster/drywall
  • Maintained carpentry tools and equipment
  • Operated equipment efficiently and safely
  • Conducted basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance
  • Assisted with supervision of Construction Laborers on job sites as directed
  • Performed other duties as assigned

Operator

Piacentini & Sons
08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Provided support to successful completion of construction work
  • Operated all heavy equipment like scrapers, excavators, dozers, loaders, and other related equipment
  • Operated the equipment in the right direction and angles to prevent accidents and damage of property
  • Ensured and managed the machines or equipment in a safe and secure way
  • Performed periodical safety, maintenance or servicing checks to ensure proper functioning of the equipment
  • Performed minor repair works during functioning problems
  • Operated and controlled the equipment
  • Worked in adherence to safe practices, procedures, work site laws

Building and Maintenance Worker

TPS (Total Project Solutions)
03.2007 - 08.2007

Maintenance Gardener

Shire of Moora
10.2006 - 03.2007

Sheep Service Worker

Moora Sheep Service
07.2005 - 09.2005

Shed Builder

Jamie Pense Building
01.2004 - 08.2004

Education

Cert 3 Carpentry Apprenticeship -

09.2012

Cert 2/3 in Rail And Infrastructure -

Cert

Skills

  • Exceptional leadership and management skills
  • Demonstrated technical and mechanical skills
  • Ability to operate machinery and power tools
  • Good coordination and people management skills
  • Result-oriented and collaborative team approach
  • Working knowledge of OH&S standards and other regulatory requirements
  • Ability to plan work flow
  • Manage multiple priorities
  • Meet daily production targets
  • Reduce downtime
  • Ability to keep functioning effectively under pressure
  • Maintain self-control in the face of hostility or provocation
  • Keen sense of professionalism
  • Proactive nature
  • Genuine commitment to safety
  • Efficient working practices
  • Versatility to adapt to different environments
  • Effective performance of new tasks with minimum direction and supervision
  • Ability to understand health safety and environment legislation
  • Incorporate legislation into work processes and procedures
  • Establishing a positive and productive working environment
  • Understanding the role and needs of staff members
  • Developing a skill-based team
  • Consistent and proactive approach towards continuous improvement
  • Demonstrates flexibility in working with changing needs

Additional Information

Previous Work Experience Available Upon Request

Licences And Permits

  • Construction White Card
  • HR Driver's Licence
  • Forklift
  • Dogging
  • C2
  • Front end Loader

Previous Employment History

  • Building and Maintenance Worker, TPS (Total Project Solutions), 03/01/07, 08/01/07
  • Maintenance Gardener, Shire of Moora, 10/01/06, 03/01/07
  • Sheep Service Worker, Moora Sheep Service, 07/01/05, 09/01/05
  • Shed Builder, Jamie Pense Building, 01/01/04, 08/01/04

References

  • Nathan Gomez, Supervisor, 0412 042 963
  • Michael Lewis, Building Supervisor, 0428 976 744

Certifications And Qualifications

  • Cert 3 Carpentry Apprenticeship
  • Cert 2 in Rail and Infrastructure

Attributes

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
  • Highly organised and able to prioritise assignments
  • Ability to work well in a team or independently with minimal supervision
  • Honest, trustworthy, respectful and flexible
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong work ethics, highly reliable and hardworking
  • Keen attention to details

Timeline

Verse testing Supervisor

Riotinto
05.2025 - Current

Rail Maintenance RNM

Riotinto
09.2021 - Current

Maintenance Leading Hand, Foreman

Fluor
12.2014 - 09.2021

Builder

Jamie Pense Building
09.2012 - 12.2014

Carpentry Apprentice

PG & GM Thomas
09.2008 - 09.2012

Operator

Piacentini & Sons
08.2007 - 08.2008

Building and Maintenance Worker

TPS (Total Project Solutions)
03.2007 - 08.2007

Maintenance Gardener

Shire of Moora
10.2006 - 03.2007

Sheep Service Worker

Moora Sheep Service
07.2005 - 09.2005

Shed Builder

Jamie Pense Building
01.2004 - 08.2004

Cert 3 Carpentry Apprenticeship -

Cert 2/3 in Rail And Infrastructure -

Cert
Joshua Cousins