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Graeme Anthony jones

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Accomplished Heavy Plant Operator at WorkPac with expertise in equipment operation and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and team collaboration. Recognized for mentoring staff and implementing quality assurance measures that elevated project standards and ensured timely completion.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Plant Operator

workpac
South Eastern Suburbs And Surrounding, VIC
01.2010 - 10.2011
  • Implemented changes as directed by management in order to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times while working on road construction projects.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Implemented safety procedures and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Worked closely with engineers to ensure that all specifications were met during each stage of the job.
  • Maintained daily logs to track work progress and material usage.
  • Assisted with the installation of storm sewers, culverts and other drainage structures.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding project updates and timelines.
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Repaired potholes and patched pavement surfaces as needed during road construction projects.
  • Measured distances accurately using surveying tools such as levels, transits and theodolites.
  • Operated various pieces of heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, graders, rollers, and asphalt pavers.
  • Checked levels frequently throughout the day to make sure that roads are properly graded according to plan.
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
  • Coordinated traffic control efforts by setting up signs, cones, barricades and other devices.
  • Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
  • Conducted regular inspections of roads to ensure they meet quality standards.
  • Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
  • Laid out a variety of materials including gravel, sand and asphalt for use in road construction.
  • Built up embankments using soil or stone to create a stable base for new roads.

Road Reinstatement Crew Leading Hand

bilfinger burger
Melbourne, VIC
02.2008 - 09.2010
  • Provided technical advice on machinery repairs and maintenance activities.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to source materials required for production.
  • Collaborated with team members in order to resolve operational issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Supervised staff to ensure efficient performance of tasks, providing guidance and support when needed.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Performed regular inspections of equipment and tools used in production processes.
  • Mentored employees on productivity strategies, problem resolution and specific repair strategies.
  • Adhered to company policies, industry regulations and safety guidelines.
  • Monitored the progress of work against set objectives, taking corrective action where necessary.
  • Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or discrepancies.

Forklift Operator Production Operative

Ball Australia
Melbourne, VIC
01.2006 - 06.2007
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
  • Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
  • Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Checked and monitored product quality to ensure it met company standards.

Senior Assistant Site Engineer

McCoid Engineering
England, England
06.2002 - 05.2005
  • Directed or participated in surveying to lay out installations or establish reference points, grades or elevations to guide construction.
  • Managed on-site construction operations, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Actively participated in post-construction reviews in order to assess performance levels achieved by various teams involved in the project.
  • Coordinated the logistics of material delivery to ensure smooth project operations.
  • Resolved unexpected technical difficulties and communicated solutions with clients and representatives.
  • Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
  • Devised and initiated engineering solutions to variety of project and design issues.
  • Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force.
  • Inspected completed works to ensure that they meet all specifications and relevant codes of practice.
  • Ensured that materials used are fit for purpose by conducting regular tests on them.
  • Managed and directed construction, operations or maintenance activities at project site.
  • Supervised a team of junior engineers and construction workers, providing guidance and training.
  • Maintained records of all activities performed during each phase of a project for future reference.
  • Surveyed sites, collected measurements, and assessed project conditions.
  • Ensured that all legal requirements were met prior to commencing any construction activities on-site.
  • Managed subcontractors, ensuring their work met project standards and deadlines.
  • Aided other departments in development of plans and cost estimates on road, parking lot, and drainage projects.
  • Completed site surveys, marked locations and oversaw construction of various projects.
  • Implemented quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of construction.
  • Directed engineering activities, driving compliance with environmental, safety or other governmental regulations.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

senior site foreman asphalt roads

extrudakerb
England, England
02.1992 - 06.2002
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Maintained safe working environment by enforcing company policies and procedures regarding health, safety, environmental protection.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Resolved conflicts between personnel or between personnel and management when needed.
  • Ensured that jobsite materials were properly stored and handled in accordance with industry best practices.
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
  • Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
  • Developed procedures for maintaining accurate records related to job assignments, timekeeping, inventory control.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss progress updates, challenges encountered and solutions implemented.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
  • Prepared daily reports summarizing progress on assigned tasks or projects.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Organized and scheduled work crews to ensure efficient completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Assisted in training new employees in proper techniques for operating equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Developed strategies for problem solving on difficult tasks or issues arising during the course of construction.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
  • Determined resource needs including manpower requirements, materials estimates, tools and equipment lists.
  • Performed regular inspections of tools and equipment used onsite; identified potential hazards and took appropriate action as necessary.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Reviewed plans prior to commencement of construction works; proposed modifications where necessary based on field conditions.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Assistant Manager of Operations

monocon refractories
England, England
01.1980 - 02.1992
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance and attendance.
  • Motivated employee performance and satisfaction through fair evaluation, process review and mentoring.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Organized training sessions for staff members on various aspects of operations management.
  • Established standard operating procedures across all departments in order to streamline workflows.
  • Assisted with interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.
  • Reviewed employee performance regularly providing feedback to help them reach full potential.
  • Evaluated current business practices and identified opportunities for process improvement.
  • Collaborated with other teams within the organization to ensure smooth functioning of day-to-day operations.
  • Directed workflow by assigning tasks to team members based on their skillset and availability.
  • Monitored daily operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Trained new hires on company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in developing operational plans and strategies to meet organizational objectives.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
  • Developed, implemented, and updated departmental policies and procedures to meet business objectives and goals.
  • Created reports outlining progress towards key objectives such as increased productivity or reduced costs.
  • Assisted in problem solving when issues arose during production or delivery cycles.
  • Monitored new employees, evaluated training programs and reported progress to supervisors.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Coached employees to work together to carry out daily functions and meet service objectives.
  • Communicated clear action plans to optimize results and successfully execute operational activities.
  • Coordinated the implementation of new processes and systems to improve overall operations.
  • Developed effective communication strategies between departments.
  • Recruited qualified candidates to bolster department operations and increase productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for operational challenges.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Implemented changes in accordance with company policy while maintaining a focus on cost reduction.
  • Led daily meetings with staff members to identify areas of focus, cover policy changes and facilitate positive communication.
  • Ensured that quality control standards were met by monitoring performance against established goals.
  • Analyzed data to identify areas for improvement in operational performance and costs.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

Education

N/A - N/A

Rawmarsh Comprehensive School
South Yorkshire , England

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Problem solving
  • Machine operation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Surveying techniques
  • Materials handling training
  • Production management
  • Industrial safety
  • Attention to detail
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Crane operation
  • Risk assessment
  • Active listening
  • Reliability
  • Plant operations
  • Team coordination
  • Goal setting
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Traffic control
  • Project management
  • Customer service

Affiliations

  • socializing
  • gardening
  • walking
  • sportscars
  • Motorsports, cars, and bikes
  • photography
  • pets
  • family
  • wildlife preservation
  • history

Certification

Excavator operator, 03/03/2007, certificate number 030507-3

Traffic management, 07/18/2006, certificate number. 9217, Chisholm

Equipment operator OH&S competency number. V3101231, equipment classes LE.RS, issue date 03/23/2011, assessors' number NT001.

traffic control NAT ASSESSORS issue date 01/09/2009 assessor number NAT002 Lic.no. 240809-07, class VBQU506. Control traffic with stop and go bat.

OH&S in Construction induction WorkSafe. 28/07/2011. Registration number 000619028701.

full clean Victorian car license, 089765588

Timeline

Heavy Plant Operator

workpac
01.2010 - 10.2011

Road Reinstatement Crew Leading Hand

bilfinger burger
02.2008 - 09.2010

Forklift Operator Production Operative

Ball Australia
01.2006 - 06.2007

Senior Assistant Site Engineer

McCoid Engineering
06.2002 - 05.2005

senior site foreman asphalt roads

extrudakerb
02.1992 - 06.2002

Assistant Manager of Operations

monocon refractories
01.1980 - 02.1992

N/A - N/A

Rawmarsh Comprehensive School

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