Michael Francis
Marlborough,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Digger Operator with extensive experience at Edridge Contracting, skilled in excavation techniques and site coordination. Proven ability to enhance project efficiency through effective problem-solving and meticulous attention to detail. Adept at operating heavy machinery while ensuring safety compliance and environmental standards are met.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Dozer Operator
Billadong station
Back Creek, NSW
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Filled low areas with dirt or gravel to create a level surface.
- Pushing over trees
Operator
Maas group holdings
Gracemere, QLD
04.2024 - 02.2025
- operate diggers and loaders
- GPS
Digger Operator
Edridge contracting
Marlborough, New Zealand
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
- Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets, and hammers.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Transported materials to job sites with dump trucks.
- Operated front-end loaders, skid steers, and mini excavators to fulfill diverse project needs.
- Removed stumps and roots from the ground using an excavator.
- Loaded earth, debris, and rubble onto trucks and conveyors for removal from the construction site.
Farm Manager
Myself
Ward, Marlborough NZ
03.2000 - 11.2021
- Monitored weather conditions to determine when to irrigate crops or apply pesticides.
- Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
- Organized purchasing supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
- Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
- Set long and short-term targets and goals to drive breeding and farrowing success.
Builder
Haack construction
06.1990 - 03.2000
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Performed demolition tasks to prepare sites for new construction.
- Installed structural components, including walls, floors, and roof systems.
- Executed agreements, work orders and change orders to establish work to be performed and payment terms.
- Assisted in budgeting and estimating project costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Bedes Collage
Christchurch NZ11-1999
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Site coordination
- Material transport
- Excavation techniques
- GPS navigation
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Project management
- Earthmoving techniques
- Bulldozer operations
- Soil compaction
- Construction materials loading
- Heavy equipment operation
- Environmental compliance
- Road construction
Timeline
Dozer Operator
Billadong station
02.2025 - Current
Operator
Maas group holdings
04.2024 - 02.2025
Digger Operator
Edridge contracting
06.2021 - 08.2024
Farm Manager
Myself
03.2000 - 11.2021
Builder
Haack construction
06.1990 - 03.2000
High School Diploma -
St Bedes Collage
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