Shannon Hovington
Deloraine,TAS
Summary
Offering a strong foundation in mechanical aptitude and keen interest in heavy machinery, ready to learn and develop in this environment. Brings quick learning ability and solid problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless adaptation to operational demands. Ready to use and develop technical skills and safety awareness in all mining roles.
Professional heavy machinery operator with solid experience in earthmoving and excavation. Skilled in operating range of heavy equipment including excavators, skidders and tractors. Strong focus on safety, precision, and effective teamwork. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring seamless project execution and timely results. Experienced with operating heavy machinery in various excavation projects.
Track record of maintaining equipment and adhering to safety protocols, demonstrating reliability and technical proficiency.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and Excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level mining position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Well-trained individual promoting a safe working environment. Confident Excavator Operator knowledgeable in logging, earth moving techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horse Farm Manager
Shannon L Hovington
09.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations for successful horse farm management, including feeding, turnout, and exercise routines.
- Increased overall horse health by implementing preventative healthcare measures and regular checkups.
- Coordinated breeding programs to maximize genetic potential and optimize foal outcomes.
Machinery Operator
D & L Gurr Forestry Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Established a reputation for reliability by consistently arriving on time, maintaining high attendance levels, and displaying a strong work ethic throughout the duration of employment as a Machinery Operator.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while coordinating with team members on project status updates, changeovers, equipment adjustments, resulting in smoother workflows.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Operated and controlled Excavators, Skidders and Chainsaw equipment.
Dairy Farm Hand
Farm Right ( The Avenue )
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
- Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, and monitoring general health conditions.
- Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
- Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
- Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and deworming treatments.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
- Coordinated with veterinarians to schedule routine check-ups and address any emerging health concerns within the herd promptly.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Tractor Operator
Selwyn Gardner
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Operate Tractors and attachments.
- Operated hydraulic and mechanical controls to expertly move and control powerful attachments.
- Performed daily equipment inspections, ensuring optimal tractor performance and minimizing downtime.
- Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.
- Reduced fuel costs by implementing best practices for efficient tractor operation.
Dairy Farm Hand
Brian and Michelle Lawrance
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
- Aided in calf-rearing procedures.
- Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and deworming treatments.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
- Helped increase productivity during seasonal workload peaks through effective time management and task prioritization skills.
- Assisted with regular record-keeping tasks, tracking livestock data for informed decision-making on herd management practices.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
Machinery Operator
Mathew Gleeson
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Casual Machinery operations.
- Opperated PC200-PC240 tonne Komatsu.
Excavator Operator
Darren Hovington
01.2010 - 01.2015
- I learnt to operate my Fathers PC250 tonne CAT excavator, in 2010 from the age of 13-14, up until we sold our family farm in 2015.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prospect High School
Prospect, TASHigh School Diploma -
St Patricks Collage
Prospect, TasNewstead College
Newstead, TASSkills
- Team Player
- Operating tools
- Machinery upkeep
- Operating Heavy Machinery
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Pre-operational equipment checks
- Safety program understanding
- Attachment Changing
- Trench digging
- Excellent Communication
- Physical Fitness
- Self Motivation
Certification
- OPPERATE EXCAVATOR WITH LOG GRAPPLE - (FWPHAR3225) - (20) 08/02/2019
Timeline
Horse Farm Manager
Shannon L Hovington
09.2022 - Current
Dairy Farm Hand
Farm Right ( The Avenue )
01.2020 - 03.2021
Tractor Operator
Selwyn Gardner
02.2019 - 12.2019
Machinery Operator
D & L Gurr Forestry Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2022
Dairy Farm Hand
Brian and Michelle Lawrance
07.2017 - 12.2018
Machinery Operator
Mathew Gleeson
01.2016 - 07.2017
Excavator Operator
Darren Hovington
01.2010 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Prospect High School
High School Diploma -
St Patricks Collage
Newstead College
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