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Mark Thoroughgood

Palmview,Queensland

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I'm organized and diligent team player, I possess strong technical and problem solving skills with the ability to work in demanding and challenging conditions. I am confident that I would make a great addition to your team and offer 100% flexibility and availability, with a proven track record for meeting workplace safety regulations.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quad Tripper Driver

MGM Bulk Pty Ltd
04.2023 - Current
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
  • Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
  • Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Plant & Machinery Operator

Shadforth's Civil
04.2021 - 03.2023
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Identified hazardous materials on job sites and take action to mitigate and enhance safety.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.

Mc Line Haul Driver

Hernes Transport Pty Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Operate multi combination vehicles
  • Maintain accurate records and logs according to State and Federal regulations
  • Perform vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance before, during and after trips
  • Keep the interior and exterior of the cab and truck clean
  • Maintain radio/ telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location
  • Assist in loading and unloading of vehicles when required
  • Accurate of transportation details (Refrigeration temperature)
  • Responsible for proper loading and securing of freight to prevent movement and allow safe
  • Delivered freight directly to customers across Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide and regularly moved loads as high as 63 tonnes.
  • Operated vehicles safely and in full compliance with government transportation regulations to protect company from liability.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.

Line Haul

AHG Refrigerated, MC, Driver
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Operate multi combination vehicles
  • Maintain accurate records and logs according to State and Federal regulations
  • Perform vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance before, during and after trips
  • Keep the interior and exterior of the cab and truck clean
  • Maintain radio/ telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location
  • Assist in loading and unloading of vehicles when required
  • Accurate of transportation details (Refrigeration temperature)
  • Responsible for proper loading and securing of freight to prevent movement and allow safe transportation.

Mc Line Haul Driver

Marrs Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Operate multi combination vehicles
  • Maintain accurate records and logs according to State and Federal regulations
  • Perform vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance before, during and after trips
  • Keep the interior and exterior of the cab and truck clean
  • Maintain radio/ telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location
  • Assist in loading and unloading of vehicles when required
  • Accurate of transportation details (Refrigeration temperature)
  • Responsible for proper loading and securing of freight to prevent movement and allow safe transportation.

Machine Operator/Labourer

Concrete General Construction
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Operate forklifts, Loader 992, water trucks, CAT 777 and heavy rigid vehicle and multi combination vehicles
  • Position and join seal structural components, facilitate alignment of equipment and materials
  • Smooth and finish freshly poured concrete
  • Build and position forms for pouring concrete and dismantle after use
  • Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
  • Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring and bracing, install sewer, water and storm pipes
  • Load, unload and identify building materials, distribute to locations, according to plans and specifications
  • Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning

Trade Assistant

CBH
01.2011
  • Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
  • Various manual labouring tasks using hand tools, small plants and equipment.

Machine Operator/ Pipeline Labourer

Thistle & Shamrock Construction
01.1998 - 01.2011
  • Operate Loader 992, forklift, , water trucks, CAT 777 and other heavy rigid vehicles
  • Position, join, align and seal structural components
  • Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials
  • Smooth freshly poured concrete
  • Build and position forms for pouring concrete dismantle after use
  • Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate potential hazards
  • Dig ditches or trenches and backfill excavations
  • Level earth to grade specifications using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers and rakes
  • Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, and braces, install sewer and storm drain pipes.

Plaster (Sub Contractor)

01.1988 - 01.1998
  • Corning of homes including, mixing of plaster, measuring, cutting of required materials
  • Customer service and providing quotations
  • Level and straighten corners, angles and wall and ceiling surfaces
  • Clean and prepare surfaces by stapling wire-mesh frames or roughing them with mechanical hammers
  • Mix and apply coats of plaster to give a smooth finish
  • Fix precast cornices and panel mouldings, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings
  • Render exterior walls and moulds
  • Communicate and collaborate as an active team member with other trades.

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Forklift Operation
  • Decision Making
  • State and Federal Regulations
  • Delivery Instructions Verification
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Truck Cab Computer Operation
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
  • Work Logging
  • Safety and Emergency Equipment
  • Truck Maneuvering
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Truck Weighing
  • Critical Thinking
  • CB Radio Communication
  • Company Standards

Certification

  • Loader License
  • MC License
  • BFM Accredited
  • Forklift License
  • Roller License
  • Dump Truck License
  • White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry)

Timeline

Quad Tripper Driver

MGM Bulk Pty Ltd
04.2023 - Current

Plant & Machinery Operator

Shadforth's Civil
04.2021 - 03.2023

Mc Line Haul Driver

Hernes Transport Pty Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2021

Line Haul

AHG Refrigerated, MC, Driver
01.2014 - 01.2020

Mc Line Haul Driver

Marrs Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2014

Machine Operator/Labourer

Concrete General Construction
01.2011 - 01.2012

Trade Assistant

CBH
01.2011

Machine Operator/ Pipeline Labourer

Thistle & Shamrock Construction
01.1998 - 01.2011

Plaster (Sub Contractor)

01.1988 - 01.1998

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