Khye Mcsweeney
merewether,NSW
Summary
Willingness to learn and improve everyday, proven track record at Millmerran Power Station as a rigger for Howden, where I oversaw rigging operations to ensure safety and efficiency. Additionally, I served as Leading Hand Rigger for structural steel at Chappell Building, showcasing my ability to coordinate complex lifting operations and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality results in dynamic environments. Skilled rigger with hands-on experience in preparing, handling, and securing loads for transportation and lifting operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger
KAEFAR-Yarwun digestion shutdown
Gladstone, Qld
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted safety inspections of all alumina refining processing systems and equipment to ensure compliance.
- Assessed damage from corrosion and wear on system components for maintenance planning.
- Installed new turbine systems per manufacturer specifications to enhance operational efficiency.
- Constructed custom rigs from scratch based on specific requirements from directors or producers.
- Set up rigging equipment for production sets and stages to facilitate seamless operations.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during setup and operation of rigging systems.
- Secured loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and fasteners for stability.
Rigger
Millmerran Power Station Shutdown
Howden
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Mechanical rigging
- Air heaters and fans work using dual lifts with cranes
- Setting up chain blocks, drum winches, air winches to code
- Air heater repairs and basket replacement
- Operate ewp and voc
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Provide technical advice, support regarding installation, operation issues related to theatrical flying systems.
- Maintain detailed records regarding inspections of all rigging components used on a project.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
Rigger
GLS Rigging- Metro construction/Warehouse shed construction
Brisbane, Qld
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized various rigging equipment and cranes for effective operations.
- Removed seals and axial plates from heater to facilitate maintenance tasks.
- Operated elevated work platforms to support project needs.
- Coordinated lifting and installation of new fan plates and trolleys, ensuring precision.
- Followed the manufacturer's guidelines for proper maintenance and storage of rigging equipment.
- Set up rigging equipment
- Maintained communication with crane operators to ensure safe load transportation.
- Install rafters, columns, Perlins and numerous structural steel members
Leading Hand Rigger
Chappell Building Systems [Shed and Warehouse Building]
Newcastle, NSW
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Installed structural steel columns and rafters to enhance building stability.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Coordinated with crane company for effective lifting plans and crane hire.
- Executed precast panel lifts to ensure project timelines were met.
- Performed tilt-up panel lifts, managing weights up to 80 tonnes.
- Directed dogging operations for franna cranes, supporting up to 750 tonnes of lift.
- Planned and coordinated rigging team activities for optimal performance.
- Trained new riggers in safety protocols as the leading hand.
Carpenter
Lmcb Carpentry [Formwork and New builds]
Newcastle, NSW
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
- Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
- Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
Education
CERT 3 Carpentry - CERT 3 Carpentry
Belmont Tafe
Newcastle, NSW01-2021
High School Diploma -
St Pauls Catholic College
Newcastle, NSW01-2018
Skills
- Safety inspections and equipment maintenance
- Rigging techniques and load securing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Maintain and repair mechanical rigging operations
Certification
- Rigging intermediate
- Rigging basics
- Dogging ticket
- EWP over 11 meters
- Confined spaces
- Working at heights
Accomplishments
- Rio tinto inducted
References
References available upon request.
References
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rigger
KAEFAR-Yarwun digestion shutdown
05.2025 - 07.2025
Rigger
Millmerran Power Station Shutdown
03.2025 - 05.2025
Rigger
GLS Rigging- Metro construction/Warehouse shed construction
02.2024 - 01.2025
Leading Hand Rigger
Chappell Building Systems [Shed and Warehouse Building]
01.2021 - 01.2024
Carpenter
Lmcb Carpentry [Formwork and New builds]
09.2017 - 01.2021
CERT 3 Carpentry - CERT 3 Carpentry
Belmont Tafe
High School Diploma -
St Pauls Catholic College
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