Ross Kelly
Beachlands Geraldton ,WA
Summary
Proven to excel in challenging environments, I leveraged my expertise in machinery operation and fence construction to enhance farm efficiency at One Gum Farming Company. My dependability and technical skills, coupled with a knack for fostering strong supplier relationships, have consistently driven project success, ensuring client satisfaction and operational improvements.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
One Gum Farming Company
05.2004 - Current
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
Fencing Contracting
Goolumburru Aboriginal Corporations
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated closely with clients to design custom fencing solutions tailored to their needs.
- Oversaw quality assurance measures, maintaining high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial fencing projects, showcasing versatility in various settings and styles of construction.
- Continuously improved skills through ongoing professional development opportunities in the fencing industry.
- Ensured customer satisfaction, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Developed comprehensive estimates based on accurate measurements and material requirements for informed decision-making by clients.
- Provided clear communication throughout each engagement, fostering positive client relations from initial consultation to final inspection.
- Established trusted partnerships with local businesses, generating referrals and repeat clientele for continued growth.
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
- Gathered location measurements and fence requirements to determine project scopes and establish action plans.
- Met customer needs by consulting project documentation to achieve proper marking of fence lines and pole locations.
Labour
CDEP
01.1997 - 06.2003
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Certificate IV In Transport Distribution - Keen's Driving School
Skillshare
Carnarvon, WASkillshare -
Panel N Paint
Carnarvon, WA3rd Year High -
Carnarvon Senior HighSchool
Carnarvon, WA09.1972
Skills
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Machinery Operation
- Tractor Operation
- Livestock Handling
- Farm equipment operation
- Farm Equipment and Machinery
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Tractor and Implement Operation
- Property Maintenance
- Fence construction
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- John Deere Equipment
- Planting crops
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Technical skills
- Machinery upkeep
Certification
HR & HC Driver's Licence _
Take... Cert' IV in transport and distribution
Driving Heavy Combination Vehicles .
Wilagutharra CDEP Geraldton_
Silver Trowel Pty Ltd
Blue card
Safety and Awareness _
Skillshare Carnarvon _
Panel Beating
repairing and cutting out rust infected erea
and replacing and welding new plates
Timeline
Fencing Contracting
Goolumburru Aboriginal Corporations
07.2023 - 07.2023
Farm Hand
One Gum Farming Company
05.2004 - Current
Labour
CDEP
01.1997 - 06.2003
Certificate IV In Transport Distribution - Keen's Driving School
Skillshare
Skillshare -
Panel N Paint
3rd Year High -
Carnarvon Senior HighSchool
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