Tamas Buell-Owen
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I completed my Cert III in Civil Construction at the Australian Institute of Trade in 2014, following which I dedicated five years to honing my skills in the trade. My journey then led me to serve in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for 5.5 years.
Throughout my tenure in the ADF, I've undergone rigorous military training and demonstrated my leadership capabilities by attaining the rank of Corporal. My experience in high-risk work has equipped me with the skills to effectively manage and mitigate potential dangers inherent in various tasks. Additionally, my proficiency in cargo operations highlights my ability to coordinate the safe and efficient movement of goods, even in challenging and dynamic environments.
As I transition from full-time service, I am eager to reintegrate into the workforce while leveraging the valuable skills and experiences I've acquired both in the past and present. I am seeking a role in the construction industry where I can derive job satisfaction and continue to grow professionally, utilizing my diverse skill set to contribute meaningfully and advance within the field.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cargo Specialist
Australian Defence Force
04.2019 - 05.2024
- Operate MHE (Material handing equipment)
- Transportation of Cargo by road, rail, and sea
- Drove HR, MR truck and trailer
- Craning up to 80T
- Dogging
- Basic/Intermediate rigging
- Managing Transit areas for the distribution of Cargo
- Assisted with training new soldiers on standard operating procedures for cargo operations.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
Plant Operator
McFadyen Group
Gold Coast , QLD
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Trade assistant laying drain pipe
- operating 15t-40t diggers
- Trenching
- Trimming batters/final trim
- Trimble
- Bulk earth works
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
- Conducted safety checks on all operating machinery to detect any potential hazards or risks.
Trade Assistant
DSE Civil Electrical
Gold Coast , QLD
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Trade assistant
- Spotted excavation operations
- Pulled electrical cable
- Set electrical pits
- Set and formed sub stations and DB boards
- Qualified spotter
- Operated skid steer plant
- Assisted in installation of underground services
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Laid asphalt surfaces for roads and walkways following grade specifications.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Cleaned up debris from construction sites prior to completion of project.
- Installed formwork for concrete slabs and foundations.
- Repaired damaged pavement using a variety of methods including patching and resurfacing techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
AITC
Gold Coast, QLD12-2014
Skills
- Strong communication skills conveying ideas, providing feedback, and ensuring that everyone is on the same page
- timely and informed decisions, taking into account various factors and potential outcomes
- The ability to adapt to change and navigate through uncertainty and facing dynamic and evolving environments
- Proficient operation of specific material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, conveyor systems, and other machinery
- Ability to assess and manage loads to ensure they are balanced, properly secured, and within the equipment's weight capacity
- Familiarity with different types of rigging equipment, such as slings, shackles, hooks, and lifting devices, and knowing when and how to use each type
- Effective collaboration with equipment operators, spotters, and other members of the rigging team to ensure smooth and safe operations
Affiliations
- Surfing
- Crossfit
- Fitness
Accomplishments
- Promoted to the rank of Corporal
- Received and operation service metal (OSM) for deploying to the Middle East
- Recognized for excellence whilst deployed
Certification
- White Card
- Standard 11 Mining Induction
- Low Voltage Rescue
- MHE up to 12t
- Dogging
- Basic Rigging
- Intimidate Rigging
- C6 up to 80T
- Confined Spaces
- Working at Heights
- EWP over 11 meters
- HR
- Cert 3 Civil Construction & Plant operations
- Skid Steer
- Excavator
- Roller
- Front End Loader
Joshua White
- Email: joshua.white3@defence.gov.au
- Ph:0478496216
- Lieutenant
Dave Campbell
- Email: dave.campbell@defence.gov.aui
- Ph: 0406856111
- Captain
David Mulholland
- Email: david.mulholland1@Defence.gov.au
- Ph: 0408237969
- Sergeant
James Brown
- Email: james.brown27@defence.gov.au
- Ph: 0432517446
- Corporal
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cargo Specialist
Australian Defence Force
04.2019 - 05.2024
Plant Operator
McFadyen Group
03.2018 - 04.2019
Trade Assistant
DSE Civil Electrical
06.2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
AITC