Mitchell Bennett
Blacks Beach,QLD
Summary
Competant reliable Linesman/Supervisor that works well under pressure and well in a crew environment. Succesfully running a crew through through day to day operations for the previous 8 years and overseeing all operations to ensure the safety of all crew members , and work is carried out in a good and efficient manner. 14 years of overhead powerline construction , and 10 years of underground installation at my previous employment including cable terminations . Experience in all typers of power installation , contracted for essential energy in NSW and succesfully completed many of diffrent works on the network including live low voltage , powerline removal and construction , Transformer replacements / install , Underground subdivision construction . Experience in EWP operations / WS@H , HC truck licence , C6 crane ticket , escavator operation , backhoe operation , cable winders , stringing procedures , maintenance and more . Looking to progress my career under the Ergon network and continue to develop in all aspects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Linesman/Supervisor
Persal And Co Power
02.2020 - Current
- Successfully run a crew through day to day activities , and achieve such matter in a safe workplace manner.
- Enhanced safety by regularly inspecting power lines for damage or wear, identifying potential hazards.
- Achieved timely project completion with the construction of new power lines and related infrastructure.
- Contributed to cost savings by recommending upgrades or replacements that minimized energy loss.
- Optimized performance by troubleshooting complex issues related to electrical distribution systems and transformers.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Performed powerline maintenance by cleaning and lubricating components and replacing worn parts.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Linesman / Supervisor
Great Southern Electrical
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Contributed to cost savings by recommending upgrades or replacements that minimized energy loss.
- Strengthened communication within team through effective coordination with supervisors, dispatchers, and fellow linemen during daily operations.
- Increased customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of power-related complaints and inquiries.
- Supported system expansion projects, installing new poles and transformers as needed for network growth.
- Achieved timely project completion with the construction of new power lines and related infrastructure.
- Protected the public from potential hazards by promptly addressing downed wires or other dangerous conditions near power lines.
- Enhanced safety by regularly inspecting power lines for damage or wear, identifying potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient implementation of maintenance plans, ensuring uninterrupted service.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations, attending regular training sessions and applying updated knowledge on the job.
- Assisted in the design of electrical systems, contributing to more effective distribution networks.
- Reduced outage duration by quickly responding to emergency situations and restoring power efficiently.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
- Recorded accurate measurements for installed new power lines and poles.
- Performed powerline maintenance by cleaning and lubricating components and replacing worn parts.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with existing power lines to correct shorts and weak signals.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
Greenkeeper
Need A Trim Lawncare And Gardening Services
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Preserved healthy turf conditions during winter months through proper snow removal techniques and off-season care plans.
- Streamlined daily operations by creating effective task schedules for grounds crew members.
- Upheld safety standards by maintaining clean work areas and properly storing equipment when not in use.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
Education
Year 10 Cert -
Junee High School
Junee, NSW12.2009
Skills
- Bucket truck operation
- Escavator operator experience
- Backhoe operator experience
- 60 tonne crane operator experience
- Dogman
- Forklift
- Heavy combination truck licence
- Overhead Line Construction
- Power Line Installation
- Electrical distribution systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Crossarm Installation
- Cable splicing
- Training and mentoring
- Adherence to Regulations
- Power restoration
- Switchgear Maintenance
- Conductor Stringing
- Emergency Repairs
- System inspections
- OSHA Compliance
- Arc Flash Safety
- Substation Operations
- Pole climbing techniques
- Live Line Work
- Storm Damage Assessment
- Electrical system knowledge
- Electrical power line installation
- Hand and power tools
- Hole digging
- Electrical testing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Safety meetings
- Repair work
- Electrical diagrams
- Underground cabling
- Crew assistance
- Heavy Lifting
- Written and verbal communication
- Chain hoist operation
- Wire Splicing
- Safety Procedures
- Trenching
- Transformer removal
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- System Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Maintenance
- Schematics
- Equipment Selection
- Grounding Techniques
- Safety Management
- Diagram interpretation
Certification
- Certificate III in Distribution Overhead
- SOA - Install & mantain de-energised LV / HV underground polyremic cables
- WS@H
- HC Truck licence
- C6 Crane ticket
- Forklift
- Dogman
- Chainsaw operations
- Backhoe
- Escavator
Timeline
Linesman/Supervisor
Persal And Co Power
02.2020 - Current
Linesman / Supervisor
Great Southern Electrical
01.2010 - 12.2019
Greenkeeper
Need A Trim Lawncare And Gardening Services
01.2007 - 12.2009
Year 10 Cert -
Junee High School
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