Justin Llewellyn
Macclesfield,South Australia
Summary
A trustworthy, hardworking and reliable person with 18 years commercial experience in various industries.
Able to work on own initiative with minimal supervision and works well as part of a team to achieve deadlines.
Good interpersonal skills and an understanding of the importance of excellent customer service, using foresight and safe work practices.
A good communicator and able to interact with customers and staff in a professional manner. Fast learner who is willing to undertake any training to further skills to benefit myself and the employer.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Vineyard Manager
Saint Clar Estate
Macclesfield, South Australia
07.2021 - Current
- Monitored soil fertility, irrigation systems and crop health to ensure optimal growth conditions for grapes.
- Provided technical assistance to neighboring vintners regarding best practices related to viticulture operations.
- Attended industry conferences and seminars in order to stay abreast of advances in viticulture technology.
- Inspected vines regularly to identify potential pest infestations or disease outbreaks, then implemented corrective measures as needed.
- Supervised and trained seasonal vineyard workers on proper grape-harvesting techniques.
- Coordinated with vendors for the purchase of necessary supplies and equipment to support vineyard operations.
- Implemented sustainable practices such as cover cropping and integrated pest management strategies in order to reduce chemical inputs in the vineyard environment.
- Performed routine pruning, thinning and suckering tasks to promote healthy grapevine growth.
- Maintained detailed records of all viticultural activities including planting dates, fertilization schedules, trellis designs.
- Developed annual budgets for vineyard activities and tracked expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborated with winemakers to determine harvest timing based on berry ripeness levels and other factors affecting wine quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Casual and Weekend Work
John Nitschke Drilling
Hahndorf, South Australia
01.1987 - 01.2024
- General farm work and Irrigation, Water bore and mineral exploration
Driver / Operator
Mobile Transporter Service
Balhannah, South Australia
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Operate Tilt Tray for purpose of Various types of Machinery Machinery movements throughout regional and metropolitan South Australia
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Supervisor / Scheduler / Driver
Shanell Haulage
Netley, S.A
07.2004 - 03.2015
- Operate Walking floor semi-trailers
- Operate Truck & Trailer /Semi Tippers / Side Tippers
- Run Aggregate Spreader trucks for spray seal operation
- Operate Truck & Trailers / Flo-Cons / Semi -Tipper, Semi Tipper / Truck & Trailers on asphalt pavers and profilers
- Service , repair and maintenance of trucks and trailers
- Relief Operations / Scheduler
- Setup National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme: Mass Management, Maintenance Management, Fatigue Management
- Operate heavy haulage: Low Loaders, Dolly & Jinkers, Wind Farm Haulage, Bridge Beam Haulage, Platform - Concrete Segment Haulage, Movement of all aspects of Mining and Earthmoving Machinery
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Assisant Manager / Machine Operator
Longview Vineyards
Macclesfield, South Australia
09.2001 - 07.2004
- Operate Spray units, Irrigation Programming, Soil Moisture Monitoring, Operate Machine pruners, Operate Braud self propelled Harvester, Supervision / Training of contract Labour, Development of new vineyards, Pruning, Fencing Maintenance / Installation, Assist in beef cattle stud operations
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Plant Operator
Adelaide Hills Asphalt
Mt Barker, South Australia
03.1999 - 09.2001
- Low Loader / tipper work, Driveway , carparks , tennis courts etc preparation and sealing in both asphalt and spray seal, Bobcat / loader / Excavator / Grader (small) / Roller Operator, Emulsion spraying, Water cart operator, All duties associated with Hotmix and Spray Seal
- Operated and monitored boilers, pumps, and other equipment to ensure efficient plant operations.
- Supervised personnel engaged in plant operations activities.
- Conducted safety checks on all operating machinery to detect any potential hazards or risks.
Service Operator / Truck Driver
Halliburton Energy Services
Remote S,A / QLD / N.S.W, South Australia
01.1997 - 03.1999
- Performance Enhancement (Fracturing), Operate computer controlled pumping & blending equipment, Well head setups & equipment plumbing for fracturing operations, Road train haulage of this equipment & chemicals etc, Maintenance and servicing
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Truck Driver
Steven Badenoch
Wingfield, South Australia
02.1995 - 01.1997
- Cartage of asphalt and quarry materials, Bulk grain cartage, Servicing / Maintenance of trucks and loaders
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Various
Topcoat Asphalt
Wingfield, South Australia
01.1993 - 02.1995
- Low Loader / Machinery transport, Paver Operator, Bobcat / Loader / Excavator Operator, Screed hand, Roller operator, Programmed servicing / maintenance, Assistant asphalt plant operator
Apprentice Plumber - Gas Fitter / Plumber - Gas Fitter
Adelaide Hills Maintenance
Hahndorf, South Australia
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Mains Water, Maintenance, Hot and Cold water, Roofing and guttering, Drainage, Irrigation
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding their needs and expectations.
Education
Viticulture Cert 1,2 & 3 -
Mt Barker TAFE College
Mount Barker, SA01.2003
Plumbing & Gas Fitting -
Regency Park TAFE
Regency Park, SA01.1993
Urrbrae Agricultural High School
01.1988
Hahndorf Primary School
01.1983
Tintinara Area School
01.1980
Skills
- Current :
- White Card
- LL Loader ticket
- C2 Crane Ticket
- Chemcert
- Forklift Licence
- Boat licence
- MC Licence
- Firearms Licence
- Plumber / Gas fitter Open Water Scuba Diver
- Cert 1,2 & 3 Viticultural
- Sound Mechanical knowledge Competent Oxy , Arc & Mig Welder
- Completed 4WD operation course
Accomplishments
- Adelaide Hills Maintenance - Hahndorf South Australia Apprentice Plumber - Gas
- Fitter / Plumber - Gas Fitter
- Mains Water
- Maintenance
- Hot and Cold water
- Roofing and guttering
- Drainage
- Irrigation
- John Nitschke Drilling - Hahndorf South Australia Casual and Weekend work
- General farm work and Irrigation
- Water bore and mineral exploration
- Technical Experience Technology Last Used Competent Oxy/Arc/Mig welder and general engineering etc Current Sound Mechanical Knowledge Current
- Professional Training
- Current S.A White card
- Current (LL) Loader ticket
- Current C2 crane ticket
- Current Boat Licence
- Current MC licence
- Current Firearms licence
- Qualified Open Water Scuba Diver
- Qualified Plumber / Gas fitter
- Completed levels 1,2 & 3 Viticulture Studies
- Forklift licence
- 4wd Vehicle Operation Course
- Chemcert ticket
References
References Ryan Llewellyn Shanell Haulage Managing Director 0407700939 Butch leitch West Coast Trucking Managing Director 0407 779 844 Eugene Halls Rex J Andrews - Engineered Transport Leading Hand / Supervisor 0418 840 154 Fab Ciccone Top Coat Asphalt Managing Director 0411 604 911 Brett Squires Mobile Transporter Service Managing Director 0408 856 257
Timeline
Vineyard Manager
Saint Clar Estate
07.2021 - Current
Driver / Operator
Mobile Transporter Service
03.2019 - 12.2021
Supervisor / Scheduler / Driver
Shanell Haulage
07.2004 - 03.2015
Assisant Manager / Machine Operator
Longview Vineyards
09.2001 - 07.2004
Plant Operator
Adelaide Hills Asphalt
03.1999 - 09.2001
Service Operator / Truck Driver
Halliburton Energy Services
01.1997 - 03.1999
Truck Driver
Steven Badenoch
02.1995 - 01.1997
Various
Topcoat Asphalt
01.1993 - 02.1995
Apprentice Plumber - Gas Fitter / Plumber - Gas Fitter
Adelaide Hills Maintenance
01.1989 - 01.1993
Casual and Weekend Work
John Nitschke Drilling
01.1987 - 01.2024
Viticulture Cert 1,2 & 3 -
Mt Barker TAFE College
Plumbing & Gas Fitting -
Regency Park TAFE
Urrbrae Agricultural High School
Hahndorf Primary School
Tintinara Area School
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