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Simon Michael Love

Beaudesert,QLD

Summary

I am currently a FIFO worker who has Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical certifications. I have obtained various machine tickets over my history of employment and have a zero accident history along with a precise ability to monitor equipment to ensure its quality, safety, and efficiency remain intact. With my past history of working as a safety officer in the mining industry, I have a keen sense of safety and an outstanding knowledge of safety protocols. I am physically fit and have the ability to conduct physical labour in various environmental conditions. I pride myself on my ability to think on my feet and solve any issues that may arise. I have excellent communication skills with the ability to excel in any team environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Water Cart Operator

Black Cat Civil
Stanmore - South Walker Creek, QLD
01.2024 - Current
  • Water Cart Operator performing topsoil pre-strip.
  • Dust compression of scraper circuits.
  • stockpile and cutting floor.
  • working closely with graders and scrapers whilst maintaining positive communication to ensure a safe and productive environment.

Mining Operator

Black Cat Civil
Groote Island, NT
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Articulated Dump Truck Operator
  • Articulated Bulk Water Cart Operator
  • Articulated Front End Loader Operator
  • Standard 11
  • Coal Board Medical
  • Daily prestarts on LV/HV reporting and recording any concerns or damage.
  • Actively involved and understand project plans and design along with problem solving within a group environment.
  • Strong positive communication between LV/HV and HV/HV.
  • Operate Articulated dump trucks carting over burden sand and rocks.
  • Operate Articulated Bulk Water Cart ensuring haul roads, load floors and other work areas have minimal dust whilst ensuring not to over water especially corners, downhill sections and intersections.

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Ventia
07.2019 - 06.2023
  • responsible for the delivery and coordination of the asphalt maintenance from the scoping, planning with subcontractors, permit raising, and costing for the RAMC South coast contract.
  • Ensuring budgets are meet and compliance reports are aligned with delivered work.
  • Work sites are planned and all permits, designs are implemented.
  • Working closely with the client, their demands and providing them value for money.
  • Providing the customers (the public) quality roads to travel safely on.

Senior Inspector/ Operational Control Room Manager

Ventia Boral Amey Joint Venture
11.2013 - 07.2019
  • Assisted with weather events and disaster management as well as day to day incidents.
  • Worked closely with ground crews when coordinating incident response which involved communicating with TMC around timeframes and requirements.
  • Successfully assisted in the Coordination of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games incident response team in cooperation with TMR.
  • Collected and reviewed data of road asset conditions into an asset management system which in turn I would then program for repair with the approval of TMR.
  • Prepare monthly audits and compile reports.

Road Maintenance Inspector

Roadtek
01.2009 - 11.2013
  • Working with subcontractors in cleaning up after flood damage, coordinating plant, equipment and material.
  • Running small projects from asphalt patching to sign installation.
  • Collecting data of road asset conditions into an asset management system which in turn I would then program for repair with the approval of TMR.
  • Assisting and coordinating in flood clean up, road restoration and major weather events.
  • Working in a safe productive manner with no incidents or LTI.
  • Transitioning into civil construction assisting in installing pipes.

Health Safety Officer /Poly Welder

Mineforce
01.2007 - 12.2008

Began employment as a Poly Welder (high pressure water lines) on a mine site in Mt Isa. Worked on various projects and designs which then transitioned into a safety officer due to the size of the company and project magnifying. In this role I worked closely with the Safety Advisor ensuring Mineforce complied with all current standards and Xstrata policies.

Achievements

  • Installing new poly lines through existing structure for production of the new Bore mill, along with installing 10km of 600mm diameter water line through diverse land
  • Worked closely between both crews and management to ensure all aspects of safety requirements were meet and followed from Lead blood testing, BAC testing to high level safety standards and reporting set by the mine.

Education

High School Diploma -

Beaudesert State High School
Beaudesert, QLD
1996

CURRENT CERTIFICATES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Computer Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Hazard Identification
  • Radio Communication
  • First Aid Training
  • Production Planning

References

Mitchell Hobbs - Supervisor - Black Cat Civil - 0436 810 283

Kimi Upu - HSQ Manager - Queensland Transport South Coast - 0417 902 668

Ben Ready - Contract Manager - Queensland Transport South Coast - 0423 291 606

Daniel Bogan - Manager - Road Builders - 0420 998 997

Timeline

Water Cart Operator

Black Cat Civil
01.2024 - Current

Mining Operator

Black Cat Civil
07.2023 - 01.2024

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Ventia
07.2019 - 06.2023

Senior Inspector/ Operational Control Room Manager

Ventia Boral Amey Joint Venture
11.2013 - 07.2019

Road Maintenance Inspector

Roadtek
01.2009 - 11.2013

Health Safety Officer /Poly Welder

Mineforce
01.2007 - 12.2008

High School Diploma -

Beaudesert State High School

CURRENT CERTIFICATES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Simon Michael Love