Michael Flett
Stratford,VIC
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 am committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. I am hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traffic Control Flagger
Traffic Control Victoria
SALE, VICTORIA
03.2022 - Current
- Directed traffic away from hazardous areas, using signs and hand signals.
- Ensured that drivers followed all safety regulations while operating in construction zones.
- Assisted with the setup of cones, barricades, and other traffic control devices.
- Monitored the flow of vehicles to ensure safe passage for pedestrians crossing streets or intersections.
- Informed motorists about road closures, detours, and alternate routes.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding changes in traffic patterns and and or potential hazards.
- Coordinated with utility crews to minimize disruption of services during maintenance operations.
- Conducted daily inspections on equipment used in traffic control operations.
- Operated two-way radios to communicate with co-workers or supervisor regarding changes in traffic patterns or potential hazards.
- Maintained a high level of visibility by wearing reflective clothing at all times while on duty.
- Performed manual labor tasks such as lifting barricades, setting up cones., when necessary.
- Provided assistance to emergency responders as needed during incidents involving motor vehicle collisions or other emergencies.
- Responded quickly to inquiries from motorists regarding directions or other information related to their travels.
- Alerted nearby residents of upcoming work activities through door-to-door canvassing efforts.
- Kept track of work hours for payroll purposes and reported any overtime worked promptly.
- Attended regular safety meetings hosted by supervisors or company representatives.
- Observed all applicable laws concerning speed limits, parking restrictions, and other regulations pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols established by the employer while performing duties as a Traffic Control Flagger.
- Removed cones, signs and barricades upon completion of work.
- Collaborated with other flaggers by using hand-held radios to disseminate traffic and safety information.
- Placed warning and detour signs to alert drivers of alternate routes and dangerous driving areas.
- Coordinated two-way traffic on single lane roads by placing markers and cones.
- Utilized hand signals and positioned direction signs to guide traffic around hazardous or construction sites.
- Informed construction crews about traffic and safety concerns and made appropriate adjustments.
- Discussed traffic routing plans, locations and control points with supervisors.
- Adhered to safety and security guidelines when using company equipment and materials.
- Assisted construction crews by removing debris, waste and hazardous materials to improve safety and road conditions.
- Assisted drivers with directions and routes and recorded license plates of negligent drivers.
- Communicated with drivers, providing clear directions to detour routes.
- Wore protective and reflective gear regularly.
- Informed drivers of detour routes through construction sites.
- Distributed traffic control signs and markers at designated points.
- Warned drivers and pedestrians of hazards using signs, flags, lanterns and hand signals.
- Guided traffic at street and railroad crossings, school zones and construction sites.
- Collaborated with team members to verify proper coverage at assigned intersections.
- Monitored traffic flow to foster and control safe gaps for pedestrian crossing.
- Monitored traffic flow to ensure student safety while crossing.
- Drafted reports detailing daily traffic, infractions and data.
Mill Hand
Australian Sustainable Hardwood
Heyfield , VICTORIA
03.2011 - 02.2022
- Operated and monitored milling machines to ensure proper cutting of material.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications.
- Inspected finished products for conformance with customer requirements.
- Loaded raw materials into feeder systems of milling machines.
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning on milling machines.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in the milling process and made repairs as needed.
- Set up work pieces prior to machining operations such as drilling, tapping, reaming.
- Measured parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards.
- Reported any issues or concerns with equipment or processes to supervisor immediately.
- Verified accuracy of cut parts against provided blueprints or drawings.
- Received instruction from supervisors regarding production schedules and daily goals.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies necessary for the efficient operation of the mill.
- Stored finished goods in designated areas after completing quality control checks.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, saws, drills., when necessary.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Cleaned mill equipment by hand and using air compressors and power washers, observing preventive maintenance procedures before use and readying for next shift before departure.
- Completed OSHA and company provided safety training courses to minimize risk in operation of industrial machinery and cultivate culture of safe work practices.
- Collected raw material dust, shavings and production debris from production floor and removed to designated area for safe disposal.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Measured and graded batches of raw materials to feed into production machinery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Orbost Secondary
Orbost, VIC10-1984
Skills
- Stress Tolerance
- Traffic Management
- GPS Navigation
- Incident Management
- Equipment Inspection
- Accident Prevention
- Hazard Identification
- Traffic routing procedures
- Hazard awareness
- Safety procedures and measures
- Heavy Lifting
- Traffic Control
- Incident Reporting
Affiliations
- sharing the responsibilities and commitments within my wife's florist business, I delivery flowers to unsuspecting customers either in their happiest of days if celebrating or in their worse days, in grief. I am always respective and considerate.
- I also take on the role of handyman and cleaner, within the florist completing each task with precision and pride.
- I am also passionate about the OH&S policy and ensure all staff are up to date with procedures and OH&S policies
- My wife and I are. members of the Carlton Football club and attend most games where we mingle with other members and interact with many different walks of life with the same passion.
Certification
- Traffic Control Certificate
- White Card
- First Aid with CPR Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Traffic Control Flagger
Traffic Control Victoria
03.2022 - Current
Mill Hand
Australian Sustainable Hardwood
03.2011 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Orbost Secondary
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