Kade Robertson
Katherine,NT
Summary
Katherine resident since 2019, known for being reliable, responsible, and friendly with a strong work ethic. Experienced diesel mechanic and machinery operator with over 12 years of expertise in heavy machinery, generator, and vehicle maintenance and repairs. Certified in grader operations and proficient in operating a variety of other machines. Licensed to drive Multi-Combination vehicles. Possesses exceptional troubleshooting and communication skills. Happy to work remote for weekly & fortnightly stints if required.
I require to give my current employer 4 weeks notice of resignation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
All Rounder
NHAC - Northern Hedging & Contracting
01.2019 - Current
- Machinery Operations: Proficient in operating specialised hedger, grader, loader, and tractor machinery, with extensive experience across Kununurra, Katherine, Douglas Daly, Darwin, and surrounding areas.
- Transportation: Experienced in transporting machinery, materials, vehicles and chemicals, including handling road train-level logistics. Competent in managing oversized transportation loads as well as on escort throughout the Northern Territory.
- Repair and Maintenance: Skilled in the repair and maintenance of diesel machinery, including generators, Toyota vehicles, Mack trucks, hedgers, graders, loaders, tractors, and limited cotton machinery.
- Fire Management: Provided fire management services, including controlled burn-offs, for various clients.
- General Labor: Performed a variety of labor tasks, including minor repairs and maintenance, ensuring client needs are met efficiently.
Grader Operator / All Rounder
Murranji Station
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Seasonal Works: Season is April - December
- Equipment and Livestock Transport: Efficiently moved equipment, feed, and cattle between paddock locations using truck and trailers.
- Heavy Machinery Operation: Safely operated CAT grader and loader equipment to install fence line breaks and road maintenance on a 1.1 million-acre station.
- Fire Management: Utilised grader machinery to manage and control unexpected fires, ensuring safety and minimising damage.
- Maintenance and Repairs: Conducted general maintenance and repairs on Toyota vehicles, graders, loaders, trucks, bores, and generators.
Heavy Machinery Operator
Earth & Water Technologies
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Fill in works while on seasonal break from Murranji Station.
- Heavy Equipment Operation: Competently operated CAT grader, excavator, D8 dozer, and dump truck.
- Maintenance and Repairs: Performed maintenance, pre-start checks, and necessary repairs on all listed machinery to ensure optimal performance.
Apprentice & Qualified Diesel Mechanic
BSA - Earthmoving Repairs
10.2009 - 03.2017
- Apprenticeship and Employment: Began an apprenticeship two weeks after graduating from secondary school and remained with the company for four years after completing apprenticeship.
- Mobile Mechanic for Earthmoving Machinery: Served primarily as a mobile mechanic, specialising in reapairs of a wide range of earthmoving machinery, including Yanmar, Hitachi, Kobelco, and Sumitomo excavators (0.27 - 40 tonnes), as well as G & H model CAT graders, compactors, scrapers, dozers, and rollers.
- Subcontracted Mechanic Work: BSA was subcontracted as the official Takeuchi dealer mechanic, responsible for servicing a complete range of earthmoving machinery.
- Fleet Maintenance: Conducted basic servicing and repairs on a fleet of Mack trucks, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Education
Certificate III - Mobile Plant Technology (Earthmoving Mechanics)
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC11.2012
High School Diploma -
Hoppers Crossing Secondary College
Hoppers Crossing, VIC10.2009
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Task Prioritisation
- Organisation and Time Management
- PPE use
- First Aid/CPR
- Dependable and Responsible
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Ability to work in a team or individually
Prior commitments
Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series - Darwin, 11th September - 15th September 2024
Weddings to attend in 2025
- February 8th - 14th - Sydney
- March 5th - 14th - Melbourne
- October 20th - November 10th (dates may change)
References
Brad Adatins: CEO/Owner- BSA Earthmoving repairs
Ph: 0416 279 018
Mitchell Carter: Operations Manager - NHAC - Northern Hedging & Contracting
Ph: 0407 678 676
Timeline
All Rounder
NHAC - Northern Hedging & Contracting
01.2019 - Current
Heavy Machinery Operator
Earth & Water Technologies
01.2018 - 04.2018
Grader Operator / All Rounder
Murranji Station
07.2017 - 12.2018
Apprentice & Qualified Diesel Mechanic
BSA - Earthmoving Repairs
10.2009 - 03.2017
Certificate III - Mobile Plant Technology (Earthmoving Mechanics)
Kangan Institute
High School Diploma -
Hoppers Crossing Secondary College
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