Luke Skewes
Coffs Harbour,NSW
Summary
Multi-talented, professional, knowledgeable about safety protocols, equipment operation, quality standards, and hazard identification. Steps easily into any production position and works hands-on with team members. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling.
14 years of experience working with heavy machinery. Including mobile crushers, fixed plants, loaders, haul trucks, excavators, and dozers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Bayrange Group / TJ Quarries
Coffs Harbour, Nsw
11.2019 - Current
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
Quarryworker/Leading Hand
Lafarge Holcim
Coffs Harbour, Nsw
09.2010 - 11.2019
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues at all levels within the organization.
- Inspected finished products for defects or discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members in order to resolve operational issues quickly and efficiently.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth workflow processes.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source materials required for production.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed and maintained a safe working environment for staff.
- Accepted, processed and quickly filled orders.
Concrete Laborer
Brandon moran concreting
Coffs Harbour, Nsw
06.2009 - 07.2012
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Cut expansion joints into newly laid concrete as needed.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
- Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
Education
First Aid
Royal Life Saving (Nationally Recognised Training)
Coffs Harbour, NSW09-2024
Certificate IV – Surface Extraction Operations - RII40115
05.2016
Statement of Attainment - Work Safely at Heights – RllOHS204A
09.2014
Certificate III – Surface Extraction Operations - Rll30111
08.2013
Certificate III in Concreting - Credit Level
12.2009
General Construction – Concreting Certificate III - Traineeship
01.2009
Skills
- RIII Excavator
- RIII Dozer
- RIII Wheel loader
- RIII Haul truck
- Cert III Extractive Industries
- Cert IV Extractive Industries
- First aid
- Crushing operations
- Supervising
- Maintenance
- Production targets
- Inventory management
- Shift checklists
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Standard operating procedures
- Compliance
- Data analytics
Licence
Drivers Licence
Transport
Own reliable vehicle
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/25/90
Personal Qualities
- Reliable
- Hardworking
- Great people skills
- Willing to learn and experience different environments
- Excellent safety awareness
- Working with a team and taking instructions
- Experience with heavy machinery
- Work long hours
References
Brad Nelson (Quarry Manager) 040-714-6679
Daniel Hazeldene (Project manager) 041-828-1651
Travis Fell (Senior Supervisor) 049-128-8269
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Bayrange Group / TJ Quarries
11.2019 - Current
Quarryworker/Leading Hand
Lafarge Holcim
09.2010 - 11.2019
Concrete Laborer
Brandon moran concreting
06.2009 - 07.2012
First Aid
Royal Life Saving (Nationally Recognised Training)