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Robert Saunders

Construction
Narre Warren South,VIC

Summary

Reliable Owner / Operator with 30 years of experience working with complex machinery and EPA certified and contaminated product. Dedicated to monitoring product quality while following proper safety and health protocols. Hardworking and physically fit. Years of experience in a range of construction environments and looking for a new role with a growing team. Excellent technical knowledge, strong communication skills and an adaptable nature.

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Down Under Ground PTY LTD
Narre Warren South, Victoria
04.2020 - Current
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Built and deployed operational procedures, training programs and administrative systems to handle needs.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.

Hydrovac Operator SubContractor

ESG
, Victoria
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
  • Monitored OSHA compliance standards at job site.
  • Tracked attendance and submitted work logs every day.
  • Managed on-site property inspections and worked to resolve issues.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Hydrovac Operator

Enviro Waste
, Victoria
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Used high-pressure water and vacuum system to remove dirt and debris from specific locations.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment.
  • Uncovered pipes and dug trenches for new water main installations.
  • Picked appropriate locations, rigged up systems and monitored safety of operations.
  • Worked in confined spaces and at heights.
  • Completed thorough measurements and sorted out defective parts.
  • Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.

Education

No Degree - Boilermaking

Tafe - Preston
Preston, VIC
02.1988 - 03.2022

Skills

Contract management

Operations management

Customer Relations

Staff Management

Inspections understanding

Excavation processes

Clean driving record

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Down Under Ground PTY LTD
04.2020 - Current

Hydrovac Operator SubContractor

ESG
03.2018 - 04.2020

Hydrovac Operator

Enviro Waste
06.2016 - 02.2018

No Degree - Boilermaking

Tafe - Preston
02.1988 - 03.2022

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
34
34
years of post-secondary education
Robert SaundersConstruction