Nicholas McAskill
North Ipswich,QLD
Summary
Experienced Field Manager with a near on a decade of dedicated service in the telecommunications industry. Proven track record of successfully supervising and delivering complex projects, ensuring the well-being of both personnel and assets. Adept at implementing and enforcing safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety excellence. Committed to driving continuous improvement and minimizing workplace hazards to achieve optimal project outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Manager
TITAN COMMUNICATIONS
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct site feasibility surveys
- Conduct site visits, safety audits, leadership walks
- Produce build MOPs/ PTW templates to assist project engineers in job pricing
- Ensure that all tasks undertaken are performed adhere to Titans WHS policies, procedures, and relevant state legislation
- Liaise with staff, sub-contractors, plant and equipment to ensure that daily, weekly and monthly production targets are achieved
- Conduct Site Inductions and Toolboxes
- Review Lift Study’s, Lift Plans and SWMS
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Lead Rigger (Supervisor)
TITAN COMMUNICATIONS
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Lead, direct, supervise a team of riggers in safely installing, integrating, and commissioning telecommunications equipment to latest relevant standards
- Experience in working for multiple clients across major network carriers (Optus, TPG, Telstra, NBN)
- Experience in producing Handover Packs
- Involved travel for extended periods of time
- Installation and maintenance of microwave antennas, panels, TMAs, RRUs, Coax/hybrid feeders
- Experience in producing Handover Packs
- Involved travel for extended periods of time
- Installation and maintenance of microwave antennas, panels, TMAs, RRUs, Coax/hybrid feeders
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Telecommunications Rigger
COMSERV QLD
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Gained experience in working for major network carriers (Optus, VHA, Telstra) coupled with a strong knowledge of network carriers' processes and standards
- Installation and maintenance of microwave antennas, panels, TMAs, Coax/hybrid feeders
- Climbed structures and worked safely and competently at heights of up to 130m
- Involved travel for extended periods of time
- Installation and maintenance of microwave antennas, panels, TMAs, RRUs and Coax/hybrid feeders
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
Telecommunications Rigger
VISIONSTREAM PTY LTD
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Work Exclusively on Optus EJV Project
- Installation and maintenance of microwave antennas, panels, TMAs, Coax/hybrid feeders
- Installation of Nokia & Huawei RRU units
- Climbed structures and worked safely and competently at heights of up to 100m
- Involved travel for extended periods of time.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Telecommunications Rigger/ Civils Laborer
AUSTOWER
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Civils Works on NBN & Ericson Projects
- Concreting, Tying Steel, Assembly of Bolt Cage, Assembly of Pole, Fencing and Earthworks
- Carry out Rigging techniques to Install steelwork, Antennas and Lightning Protection to structures
- Involved travel for extended periods of time.
- Installed, connected and tested underground and above ground grounding systems.
- Read and interpreted documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Identified, recognized and demonstrated safe usage of tools appropriate for each job.
- Worked with construction supervisors and foreman to maintain safe job site.
Education
Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)
Working At Heights
Tower Rescue
RF Awareness
HRW Licence (DG/RI/WP)
Construction Induction (White Card)
QLD Driver’s License (Manual)
Test And Tag Certification
Asbestos Awareness
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Computer Literacy Skills
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Project Requirements
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat
- Project Deadlines
- Administration and Reporting
- Daily Facility Operations
- Project Commissioning
- Resource Allocation
Timeline
Field Manager
TITAN COMMUNICATIONS
01.2022 - Current
Lead Rigger (Supervisor)
TITAN COMMUNICATIONS
01.2017 - 01.2022
Telecommunications Rigger
COMSERV QLD
01.2016 - 01.2017
Telecommunications Rigger
VISIONSTREAM PTY LTD
01.2014 - 01.2016
Telecommunications Rigger/ Civils Laborer
AUSTOWER
01.2013 - 01.2014
Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)
Working At Heights
Tower Rescue
RF Awareness
HRW Licence (DG/RI/WP)
Construction Induction (White Card)
QLD Driver’s License (Manual)
Test And Tag Certification
Asbestos Awareness
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