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MIKALA KEAL

West Beach,SA

Summary

Dedicated and passionate individual seeking a long-term career opportunity to utilize and challenge my skills. I maintain a calm demeanor and prioritize a positive work environment. Experienced in diverse settings, from fast-paced, high-risk areas to customer-focused roles. I am determined, eager to learn, and adaptable in both team and individual tasks. My extensive experience in the mining industry has given me a strong understanding of workplace respect, safety, and time management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loader Operator

Aus Crush
03.2023 - Current

- Operate the loader to transport materials to and from the crushing plant.

- Load raw materials into the crusher.

- Ensure the loader is properly maintained and serviced regularly.

- Monitor the material flow to prevent blockages in the crushing process.

- Work closely with the crushing team to optimize production efficiency.

- Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

- Perform routine inspections of the loader and report any issues.

Trainee Chargeup Hand /Service Crew Member

Carrapateena
10.2022 - 03.2023

Services

Collaborate with the maintenance team to install, repair, and replace services efficiently to minimise production loss while ensuring safety.

- Manage traffic between heavy machinery and light vehicles during service repairs to prevent extensive downtime.

Mag Keeper

-Oversee explosives management following strict legal procedures and safety protocols.

- Handle explosives individually, including transport and emulsion truck operations, requiring high trust due to risk factors.

Development changeup hand

-Charge and fire headings under strict guidelines for optimal mining results while prioritising safety.

- Work with a large team to organize tasks for efficiency, maintaining positive communication with supervisors and team members.

Trades Assistant / Development Nipper

Redpath Mining
04.2019 - 08.2022

Nipper

Fast-paced role requiring strong organisation and time management to support key operators.

- Physically demanding in hazardous environments, necessitating safety awareness and good communication with coworkers.

Trades Assistant

-Assist tradesmen with maintenance tasks and manage stock and inventory logistics.

- Perform general workshop cleaning and transport team members and inventory.

- Execute moderately difficult repair and preventive maintenance tasks using specialized training.

Traffic Management

Lack Group
09.2019 - 01.2020

- Assist traffic by creating effective temporary traffic control schemes.

- Update signage with correct speed limits and delay warnings based on daily conditions.

- Assist with traffic management during fatal accidents.

- Conduct traffic studies to gather data for decision-making and planning.

- Communicate with team members using hand signals and radios.

- Utilize strong time management skills.

FIFO Bar/Utility Worker

Carapateena OZ Minerals
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Consistently providing friendly customer service and hospitality in a timely manner
  • Serving alcoholic beverages
  • Food preparation, kitchen hand, cleaning and utility duties as required
  • Outstanding knowledge of health and safety practices
  • Transportation of goods and tools between mine sites

Education

High School Diploma -

Henley High

Skills

- Strong individual and team work abilities- Effective time management- Excellent communication skills- Punctual and professional demeanor- Proficient in multitasking and task prioritization- Strong organizational skills- Skilled in problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments- Strong work ethic, dependable, self-motivated, and physically fit- Customer management skills- Knowledge of workplace safety practices

Certification

  • License to operate Telli handler
  • License to operate Loader
  • Licence to operate forklift.
  • License to operate truck
  • License to operate IT
  • Implement traffic management plans/control traffic
  • Work safely at heights.
  • Licence to operate forklift.
  • Cert 2 in foundation skills.
  • Provide emergency first aid response in an education and care setting.
  • White card.
  • RSA.
  • Confined space.
  • Cert 2 in education and care.
  • Identify and respond to children and young people at risk.
  • Ensure the health and safety of children.
  • Provide experiences to support children's play and learning.

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Timeline

Loader Operator

Aus Crush
03.2023 - Current

Trainee Chargeup Hand /Service Crew Member

Carrapateena
10.2022 - 03.2023

Traffic Management

Lack Group
09.2019 - 01.2020

Trades Assistant / Development Nipper

Redpath Mining
04.2019 - 08.2022

FIFO Bar/Utility Worker

Carapateena OZ Minerals
02.2017 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

Henley High
MIKALA KEAL