Michael Priestly
Dunsborough,WA
Summary
As an experienced machine operator, I have successfully operated and maintained machinery in challenging environments such as mining, construction, and civil settings, demonstrating adaptability and a comprehensive skill set. I consistently adhere to guidelines and procedures, implementing safety measures to ensure a secure working environment for all team members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator
Earth and Stone WA
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated various types of machinery, including, wheel loaders, excavators, skidsteers, rollers plus more, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
Trades Assistant
PTE Group
01.2023 - 11.2023
- In this role I commenced a mature age Electrical Apprenticeship whilst working as a heavy fitter
- My duties included fabrication, welding, electrical and hydraulics:
- Fit out of new truck trailers with all lights and electrical braking systems
- Fit 2-way radios, electrical winches, hydraulic trailer controls and emergency breaking systems
- Fabricate truck tow bars/hitch and fit/weld to track chassis
- Fabricate various brackets to fit spare tyres, water tanks, tool boxes & accessories
- Truck chassis repairs
- Install tail lifts to side of trucks including all fabrication and electrical fit out
- Fit hydraulic ramps to trailers including hydraulic pump lines & electrical fit out
SUPERVISOR
Regional Group
03.2022 - 07.2022
- My role with Regional Group focused on ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the quarry
- Duties include:
- Coordinating activities of workers engaged in blasting, removing, and crushing in open-pit mines quarries
- Planning location and drilling of blast holes to ensure maximum extraction
- Supervising workers in drilling blast holes & in loading shooting explosive charges
- Directing Machine Operators in stripping new diggings and in loading, removing stones from mine
- Carrying out repairs and maintenance work within the quarries
- Managing daily activity to meet production requirements
- Performing sentry duties during blasting operations
- Acting in a responsible manner to ensure the health and safety of self and others
- Conducting risk assessment activities and complying with agreed control measures
- Participating in the Quarry Section's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Systems
OPERATOR
Water Corporation
08.2021 - 03.2022
- My role with Water Corporation focused on operating company vehicles and equipment according to safety procedures and policies
- Key to the role was exercising good judgement on day-to-day tasks and maintaining a flexible approach to work routines
- Some of my duties included performing maintenance and operation of a water distribution system, providing on call services for emergencies, repairing of burst water pipes, operating a 1.5-ton excavator, conducting traffic management, utilising hand and powered tools and assisting in maintaining records, logs of daily operations
MACHINE OPERATOR
Consolidated Minerals
12.2020 - 06.2021
- My role with Consolidated Minerals focused on completing a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks
- Key to the role was maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and practicing good communication skills
- Some of my duties included operating cat 988k wheel loader, cat 330 rock breaker, skid steer and 773 dump trucks, loading and unloading bins and trucks, breaking oversize rocks, blending stockpiles, building windrows, monitoring and maintaining equipment and machinery, and performing site clean-up around fixed plant
PROCESS OPERATOR
G.N.T (Gascoyne Resources)
04.2019 - 04.2020
- My role with G.N.T (Gascoyne Resources) focused on monitoring and controlling the continuous operation of process equipment in a safe and reliable manner
- Key to the role was practicing effective communication and organisational skills
- Some of my duties included operating a cat 988k wheel loader, conducting daily checking of proper operation, conducting regular testing on oxygen levels, carbon count levels, PH levels and cyanide levels, sampling process streams, conducting maintenance and repair of equipment / machinery, following procedures during normal operation and emergency situations, and maintaining compliance with all safety and environmental policies
MACHINE OPERATOR
Piacentini & Son
09.2018 - 04.2019
- My role with Piacentini & Son focused on operating large earthmoving vehicles such as bulldozers, graders or excavators
- Key to the role was remaining alert to surroundings and performing tasks safely and professionally
- Some of my duties included setting up and operating machines, clearing and moving of extracted materials, watching gauges, dials and other indicators, performing hazard and risk identification and mitigation, working collaboratively with engineers, supervisors and construction workers and ensuring strict adherence to workplace health and safety guidelines
Farm Hand
01.2009 - 09.2018
Warehouse Supervisor
01.2009 - 09.2018
Machine Operator
01.2009 - 09.2018
Electrical Trades Assistant
01.2009 - 09.2018
Education
YEAR 10 -
Jurien Bay District High School
WA01.2000
Skills
- People Management
- Leadership
- Conflict
- Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Building Rapport
Certification
- Police Clearance Check, 2019
- Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card), 2019
- Elevated Work Platform and Forklift License, 2018
- Skid Steer Loader Training, 2018
- Wheel Loader Training, 2018
- Excavator Training, 2018
- Gantry Crane and Overhead Crane Training, 2012
- Handle Dangerous Goods, 2012
- Work Safely at Heights, 2007
- Blue Card, 2007
References
- Jonathan Snowden, General Manager, PTE Group, 08 9356 1192
- Chris Dimiris, Supervisor, Yileen Estate, 0407 351 223
Equipment
- Wheel Loaders- cat 924, 966, 980, 988, 992, 994
- Komatsu- wa600, wa700
- Cat Excavators up to 30 ton
- Cat dump trucks - 777, 785
- Cat skid steers
- Articulated Moxy trucks
Timeline
Operator
Earth and Stone WA
04.2024 - 12.2024
Trades Assistant
PTE Group
01.2023 - 11.2023
SUPERVISOR
Regional Group
03.2022 - 07.2022
OPERATOR
Water Corporation
08.2021 - 03.2022
MACHINE OPERATOR
Consolidated Minerals
12.2020 - 06.2021
PROCESS OPERATOR
G.N.T (Gascoyne Resources)
04.2019 - 04.2020
MACHINE OPERATOR
Piacentini & Son
09.2018 - 04.2019
Farm Hand
01.2009 - 09.2018
Warehouse Supervisor
01.2009 - 09.2018
Machine Operator
01.2009 - 09.2018
Electrical Trades Assistant
01.2009 - 09.2018
YEAR 10 -
Jurien Bay District High School
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