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Rex Fairbrother

Coffs Harbour

Summary

For the past 35 years I have been working around Australia, mainly in the construction and maintenance industries, as a Rigger / Dogman / Trade Assistant, Crane Operator and Truck Driver, Telehandler and Fork Lift Operator, Loaders, Truck driver Body Trucks, Dump Trucks and Semi Trailers. I am a fully qualified Hard Rock Miner, EZ Rosebery, Tasmania. I have experience in numerous jobs and locations from Dogging Tower Cranes on High Rise buildings to working Underground, Marine Rigging and much more and have picked up many other skills along the way.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Water Cart Operator

Bass Construction Services and Plant Hire.
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Operating a Water Cart on the Coffs Harbour Bypass Road.
  • Dust suppression and material conditioning and other duties as required.
  • Managed time effectively to complete assigned tasks in a prompt manner without compromising quality standards or safety guidelines.

CRANE OPERATOR

Trimlyon Constructions
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Franna Crane on road construction project doing bridge construction, form work shutters etc
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.

Crane Operator

Mirri Cranes And Rigging
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.

Crane Operator, Rigger/Dogman

Boom Logistics
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Shutdown Operations operating 15 to 25 tonne Frannas doing a wide variety of lifts, as well as some Rigging and Dogman work.
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.

MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Aqualuna Beach Resort
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of maintenance work completed, streamlining future repairs and reducing costs.
  • Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular maintenance and inspections.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments of equipment condition, identifying opportunities for improvement or replacement when necessary.
  • Reduced downtime through preventative maintenance tasks and timely repairs.

RIGGER/DOGMAN, TA

Coffs City Cranes
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.

Carpenter

Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.

Truck Driver

Hardings Hotmix
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • I was a member of the Road Sealing team ,also carted Hotmix to the road crew as well as general metal cartage.
  • My truck was a 10 tonne Hino, 18 speed Roadranger crash box.
    Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wynyard High School
Wynyard, TAS
11-1971

Skills

    Rigger/Dogman (10 years)
    Construction and Maintenance, 10 years

    Crane Operator (10 Years)
    Marine Rigging, Pile Driving Barge (2 years)

Timeline

Water Cart Operator

Bass Construction Services and Plant Hire.
09.2024 - 06.2025

CRANE OPERATOR

Trimlyon Constructions
02.2024 - 06.2024

Crane Operator

Mirri Cranes And Rigging
12.2023 - 02.2024

Crane Operator, Rigger/Dogman

Boom Logistics
03.2023 - 09.2023

MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Aqualuna Beach Resort
10.2022 - 02.2023

RIGGER/DOGMAN, TA

Coffs City Cranes
08.2022 - 09.2022

Carpenter

Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 07.2022

Truck Driver

Hardings Hotmix
11.2020 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Wynyard High School
Rex Fairbrother