SCOTT ADAMSON

Caloundra,QLD

Summary

Hands-On Operations Professional with comprehensive expertise in port operations, logistics, and civil works. Delivered effective material management and safety compliance through extensive experience in handling bulk commodities and supporting port expansion projects. Committed to optimizing operational efficiency and contributing to team success in demanding environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

HR Tipper / Earthmoving & Civil Operations

Independent Bobcat Services (IBS)

11.2025 - Current

Operate HR tipper truck for material cartage and site support
Transport and move materials across civil and earthmoving projects
Supported earthworks, site preparation and civil activities for project completion
Assist with stockpile and material management
Support plant and equipment operations
Undertake general site and project support
Follow safety protocols while operating machinery around heavy machinery, vehicles and other personnel
Executed responsibilities independently and collaborated effectively within project teams
Maintain reliable and professional service standards

Operations, Production, Maintenance & Port Services

Gladstone Ports Authority

Gladstone , QLD

08.2001 - 11.2025

Progressed from labourer to roles in production, operations, control-room, maintenance and port services, demonstrating adaptability and skill development.
Handled, stored, moved and processed various bulk commodities, resource products and cargo, ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance.
Experience with commodities including coal, woodchip, calcite, magnetite and forestry products/logs, together with other bulk products
Coal blending and material management
Managed coal blending and material flows, optimizing resource utilization and supporting production targets.
Coordination and receival of incoming resource trains
Shiploader operations and production support
Monitoring and coordinating production activities
Control-room operations supporting terminal and production activities
Troubleshot and resolved conveyor/belt trips.
Monitoring plant, equipment and production processes
Operational inspections of conveyor and materials-handling systems
Responding to operational issues and equipment trips
Responding to and resetting conveyor/belt trips as required
Supporting safe and efficient movement of materials throughout terminal operations
Communicating with field crews and operational personnel
Following established operational, safety and environmental procedures
Terminal maintenance
Facility and site maintenance
Civil works and operational site support
Facilitated land reclamation efforts to improve land usability and environmental conditions. activities
Conducted land rehabilitation activities to recover and revitalize impacted environments. programs
Shutdown and maintenance activities
Mobile plant and machinery operations
Operational inspections and equipment checks
Involvement in Gladstone Port expansion projects
Involvement in commissioning and recommissioning processes
Operational testing and equipment checks during project and maintenance activities
Supporting the return of plant and systems to operational service
Stevedoring and port-service activities
Logistics and cargo movement
Vessel support activities
Removal and handling of rubbish and ship-generated waste from vessels
Working in accordance with port environmental, waste-management and biosecurity requirements
Working closely with production, maintenance, operations and logistics teams
Working around heavy mobile equipment, conveyors, shiploading infrastructure and industrial plant
Earthworks and site preparation
Land rehabilitation
Material handling and cartage
Stockpile management
Civil construction support
Plant and equipment operations
Site maintenance
Facility maintenance
Project and operational support

Parks & Gardens Traineeship

Bundaberg Regional Council

01.1998 - 01.1999

Maintained parks and gardens through consistent mowing, pruning, and landscaping to promote healthy and visually appealing green spaces.
Enhanced outdoor aesthetics through the design and installation of soft landscaping elements.
Supported plant health and growth through various horticultural tasks and procedures.
Designed and installed soft landscaping elements to enhance outdoor aesthetics and create inviting environments.
Maintained cleanliness and appearance of grounds through routine maintenance tasks.
Operated and maintained groundskeeping equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Operated and maintained groundskeeping equipment to ensure reliability and effectiveness in maintaining grounds.
Prioritized safety while performing tasks in public and outdoor settings.
Assisted in operations of Botanic Gardens by performing various support tasks.

Education

Parks & Gardens Traineeship -

BUNDABERG REGIONAL COUNCIL

Bundaberg

Diploma of Project Management -

Central Queensland University

Skills

HR tipper operations
Civil works and earthmoving
Site preparation
Stockpile management
Commodity handling
Coal blending
Train receival and coordination
Shiploader operations
Conveyor and materials-handling systems
Control-room operations
Operational inspections
Shutdown and maintenance work

Terminal and facility maintenance
Mobile plant and equipment
Stevedoring and logistics
Vessel waste and rubbish removal
Biosecurity awareness
Land reclamation and rehabilitation
Site restoration
Civil infrastructure support
Production and operational support
Workplace health and safety
SCADA systems

Industry Experience

Port Operations
Bulk Commodities
Production
Resource Handling
Civil Works
Earthmoving
Landscaping
Parks & Gardens
Land Rehabilitation
Maintenance
Stevedoring
Logistics
Shutdowns
Heavy Vehicle Operations

Licenses And Qualifications

Port Operations
Bulk Commodities
Production
Resource Handling
Civil Works
Earthmoving
Landscaping
Parks & Gardens
Land Rehabilitation
Maintenance
Stevedoring
Logistics
Shutdowns
Heavy Vehicle Operations

Attributes

Port Operations
Bulk Commodities
Production
Resource Handling
Civil Works
Earthmoving
Landscaping
Parks & Gardens
Land Rehabilitation
Maintenance
Stevedoring
Logistics
Shutdowns
Heavy Vehicle Operations

Timeline