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Rhys Clark

Perth,WA

Summary

A highly qualified Crane Operator/Rigging Supervisor from Scotland/UK, currently residing in Perth, WA on a working holiday visa and exploring opportunities for permanent residency. Known for my strong character, trustworthiness, dedicated work ethic, prioritizing maintaining a healthy lifestyle and physical fitness. With extensive hands-on experience operating various cranes and rigging complex lifts in diverse construction settings. I've successfully managed intricate lifting tasks while ensuring safety and efficiency. Proficient in precise load handling and effective teamwork, excel in dynamic job sites. Additionally, I possess a full HR-A Australian driver's license.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Crane Operator/Rigger

Wanneroo Crane Hire
07.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked up North on Rio Tinto Mine Sites.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Rigging Supervisor

All Rigging Solutions
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Enhanced crew efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Developed customized rigging solutions for complex projects, ensuring successful outcomes.
  • Trained junior riggers in industry best practices for safe and efficient operations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work site, promoting overall safety and efficiency among the crew.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.

Steel Erector/Rigger Supervisor

VIP Steel
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Supervised a team of 4-8 men
  • Successfully completed a complex building (new Court Theatre), working around LVL timbers
  • Worked with 100T crawler crane + mobile cranes
  • Operated heavy machinery, such as cranes and forklifts, to facilitate efficient movement of materials onsite.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Erected structural steel frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.

Steel Erector

Cupar Crane And Plant Hire
10.2017 - 08.2022
  • Worked in MEWP erecting steel for 6 years
  • Mostly building big warehouses
  • Built many multistory carpark, office blocks, schools and high rises

Apprentice Fabricator/Welder

MetalTech UK
07.2015 - 08.2017
  • Mostly worked on sites installing handrails + balustrades, stick welding when needed
  • Worked in workshop fabricating + welding steel working to shop drawings

Apprentice Fabricator/Welder

Galloway Group
05.2014 - 05.2015

Education

Fabrication and Welding stage 1&2 -

Dundee College
Scotland
03.2014

ProQual Awarding Body - NVQ Level 3 Course

ProQual Awarding Body
Scotland
03.2019

Skills

  • Crane Operations
  • Rigging Knowledge
  • Accurate Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Crane Maintenance
  • Working For Taxi Crane Hire Business
  • Structural Steel Erection
  • Slinging
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Lone Working
  • Supervising
  • MEWP Operation
  • Franna/Humma Operation
  • Forklift Operation
  • Stick/Mig Welding
  • Using Online Software

Certifications

  • Basic Dogging & Rigging completed (WAATA)
  • (C0) Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane over 100 tonnes (WAATA)
  • Rio Tinto Fully Inducted
  • VOC For C0 Open Crane + Rigging/Dogging
  • Heavy Rigid Automatic (HR-A) Licence
  • EWP Elevating Work Platforms High Risk Licence over 11M (Licence 4 Work)
  • White Card (Australia)
  • Working at Heights (Licence 4 Work)
  • SSTS Approved (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) (UK)
  • Completed Introduction to Energy and Engineering
  • Completed Fabrication and Welding stage 1&2 at Dundee College
  • Gold CSCS Card, Safety Passport

Hobbies

  • Brazilian Ju-Jitsu (BJJ)
  • Muay Thai
  • Cycling
  • Hill Walking
  • Football
  • Tennis
  • Sailing (part one of RYA dinghy course complete)
  • Going to the gym regularly and keeping fit

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/22/1996

References

Available on request

Timeline

Crane Operator/Rigger

Wanneroo Crane Hire
07.2024 - Current

Rigging Supervisor

All Rigging Solutions
04.2024 - 07.2024

Steel Erector/Rigger Supervisor

VIP Steel
04.2023 - 04.2024

Steel Erector

Cupar Crane And Plant Hire
10.2017 - 08.2022

Apprentice Fabricator/Welder

MetalTech UK
07.2015 - 08.2017

Apprentice Fabricator/Welder

Galloway Group
05.2014 - 05.2015

Fabrication and Welding stage 1&2 -

Dundee College

ProQual Awarding Body - NVQ Level 3 Course

ProQual Awarding Body

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