Matthew Chester
Falcon,WA
Summary
Professional Summary
Experienced and safety-focused professional with a strong background in the construction and mining sectors, specializing in rigging, dogging, and forklift operations. Adept at safely handling and securing loads, operating machinery, and adhering to strict safety protocols to ensure efficient and hazard-free operations. Skilled in task management, problem-solving, and effective communication within high-pressure environments.
Previously excelled in warehouse supervision and operations management, developing leadership skills and a commitment to continuous improvement that are directly applicable to trades assistant roles. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to teamwork, I am eager to contribute my diverse skill set to support construction projects and organizational success.
About Me
I take pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency in every task I undertake. My hands-on experience in the construction and mining industries has honed my ability to work effectively in dynamic environments where precision and teamwork are essential. My past career in warehousing leadership has equipped me with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage tasks and teams effectively—qualities I bring to every role.
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Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Trades Assistant/Dogman
Monodelphous
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Operate16T /22T forklift
- Dogging and rigging loads with slew cranes up to90T
- Dogging for21T franna
- Spotting and operation of EWP
- Manual labour
- Spotting of various mobile plant equipment
- Loading/unloading trucks with various MHE and dogging/rigging practices
- Understanding and Applying SWM/JHA standards to all tasks
- Prioritising safe work practices at all times
- Shake out of steel from Skids in laydown
Trades Assistant
ADC Construction Management
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Bayswater Train-station upgrade project
- Manual labouring
- Maintained clean and organised worksite
- Assisted trades to complete tasks
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting potential hazards promptly
- Operation and Spotting for EWP
- Applied construction techniques and proper use of hand tools, power tools and equipment
Trades Assistant
Programmed Labour Hire
10.2019 - Current
- Shutdown work - FIFO
- Sentry Officer - Gas Testing, monitoring of confined space entry personnel, strong understanding and adherence OHS, strong communication skills
- Trade Assistant - forklift operation, overhead crane operation, dogging, plant maintenance; concreting, pressure washing, removal/replacement of pipes and valves, painting
- Stores - Tool store: inventory control, data entry, ordering, forklift operation
OCRS Machinist Trades Assistant
BHP Billiton
03.2018 - 01.2020
- FIFO Role contracted via Chandler Macleod
- Restricted Rail Access Experience working within close proximity of shunting and MHE in a fast paced workshop
- Attending and participating in Safe Start meetings and OHS meetings
- Dogging lifts for loads over2T
- Operating overhead Crane and twin Gantry
- Inspection to determine servicing required; brake adjustment, complete bogie change outs, wheel changes, break shoe exchange, break cylinder maintenance/exchange
- Ore Car uncoupling, conducting and reporting of high and low brake testing, exchanging of couplers, exchange knuckles, removal / replacement of draft gear
- Approved isolator
- Forklift operations
- Underfloor machinist assistant; use of steel lathes and equipment calibrations
- Take fives, hazard reporting, workplace inspections, efficiency improvement ideas submissions
Warehouse Supervisor
Linfox Healthcare
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Manage and supervise coldchain and ambient healthcare (pharmaceutical DC) warehouse
- Inventory – Manage daily stock count, reconcile inventory, investigate and report discrepancies
- Employee Management; Payrole, recruitment, disciplinary, appraisals, rosters, toolbox talks
- Monitor, manage and respond to maintain quality assurance standards of temperature sensitive freight and storage
- SAP, RF Scanner, Transportation Management System,2IC Pallet control
- Advanced Microsoft Excel , VBA coding
- Achieve KPI targets monthly and report, DIFOT, Receipt, Inventory, Safety
- Operate High Reach and counter balance forklift
- Operate and organise maintenance where required according to PM schedule
Warehouse Supervisor (Pharmaceutical)
DHL Supply Chain
07.2004 - 09.2013
- Manage and supervise fast paced pick, pack dispatch team on production line
- WA Pallet Controller/Site Chief Fire Warden/DMIAC Methodology Champion for initiative improvement projects
- Inventory – Manage daily stock count, reconcile inventory, investigate and report discrepancies
- Employee Management; Payrole, recruitment, disciplinary, appraisals, rosters, toolbox talks
- Monitor, manage and respond to all aspects of maintaining spec of temperature sensitive medication both storage and transport methods
- Manage & supervise Vault containing Schedule8 pharmaceuticals and ensure regulations are adhered
- 24 hour on call duty responsibility
- Advanced system user of Manhattan WMS and RF scanner tech/Intermediate user of Pronto, SAP,2IC Pallet control/Advanced Microsoft Excel & VBA user
- Achieve KPI targets monthly and report, DIFOT, Receipt, Inventory, Safety
- Operate high level order picker/Operate High Reach and counter balance forklift
- Ensure a safe working environment for all staff at all times
Plant Operator
Recruit West
06.2002 - 07.2004
- Sub division work, drainage/ earthworks / services
- Operate IT loader / Komatsu
- Operate Silica plant, silos, mill
- Operate water cart
- Operate Roller
- Subdivisionwork,drainage/earthworks/services
- OperateITloader/Komatsu
- OperateSilicaplant,silos,mill
- Operatewatercart
- OperateRoller.
Education
Year11 Graduate - undefined
Skills
- WL3291097EWP - Elevated Work Platform
- WL3291097DG - Dogging
- WL3291097LF - Forklift Truck
- WL3291097LO - Order Picking Forklift
- RIIWHS202D - Enter and Work in confined Spaces
- RIIWHS204D - Work Safety at Heights
- Senior First Aid Certified (12/2022)
- TLID2003 - Storage, handling and transport of dangerous goods
Timeline
Trades Assistant/Dogman - Monodelphous
06.2024 - 01.2025
Trades Assistant - ADC Construction Management
07.2023 - 06.2024
Trades Assistant - Programmed Labour Hire
10.2019 - Current
OCRS Machinist Trades Assistant - BHP Billiton
03.2018 - 01.2020
Warehouse Supervisor - Linfox Healthcare
09.2016 - 03.2018
Warehouse Supervisor (Pharmaceutical) - DHL Supply Chain
07.2004 - 09.2013
Plant Operator - Recruit West
06.2002 - 07.2004
Lake Joondalup Baptist College - Year11 Graduate,
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