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TAYNE SIMMONS

Perth,Australia

Summary

I am a hardworking, respectful young professional looking for a change in career with opportunity for growth. I have become well established in Australia having moving out of my parents' home in New Zealand. Since being here I have acquired my open car license, Heavy Rigid license condition b, my white card and a reliable mode of transport. I have a wide variety of skills attained from my previous work experience. I pride myself in working hard and have the physical and mental strength to work/stand for long periods of time. I take challenges head on and thrive where I am able to put in 110 % into everything that I do. I am a quick learner and eager to try new things, therefore I am more than willing to undergo any sort of training required for the job to ensure I am working to the best of my abilities. I have excellent interpersonal relationship skills which I have gained through close friendships and prior working history. I believe myself to be a great asset to your company providing excellent work ethic and willingness to grow and learn with the company as it advances.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gas Service Technician

Portside Gas
06.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient gas service repairs and installations.
  • Conducted comprehensive leak detection tests to identify potential hazards before they escalated into significant issues.
  • Exceeded performance targets consistently while maintaining high-quality workmanship and attention to detail during installations or repairs.
  • Performed frequent inspections to locate faults and schedule maintenance services.
  • Maintained proper operations of pumps and compressors by inspecting components and addressing faults.
  • Operated digger machinery for various tasks, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.
  • Managed efficient material handling, loading trucks, and hauling materials to designated areas as required.

Blast Hole Driller

Rio Tinto
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Here at Rio Tinto i was doing the same as my previous job(Blast Hole Driller-MACA)
  • The only thing that changed was that I learnt how to work around autonomous machinery

Blast Hole Driller

MACA
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Operated and stabilized machineas and drills
  • Managed rig move and drilling operations
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance
  • Checked drilling activities for compliance with HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures
  • Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase
  • Adhered to corporate and job site safety procedures to protect personnel and equipment
  • Prepared timely and accurate logs and field reports to help management make accurate decisions about ongoing operations

Drillers Offsider

DDH1
03.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted with setting up and taking down drilling rig and various equipment
  • Protected personnel and assets by adhering to established safety policies and protocols
  • Managed rig move and drilling operations
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance
  • Checked drilling activities for compliance with HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase
  • Maintained adequate quantities of supplies and spare parts for drilling operations
  • Drove moving equipment to transport materials and parts to excavation sites
  • Cleaned up work areas and removed debris after extraction activities
  • Organized and used drilling equipment and hand tools
  • Used hand tools to unload materials, devices and machine parts
  • Assisted lead driller with daily drilling operations and tasks

Glazier

Absolut Custom Glass
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Constructed and installed metal sashes and moldings for glass installation using aluminum or steel framing
  • Measured areas in need of glass installations and identified best product solution for each specific job
  • Selected color, type and thickness of glass and material for moldings according to project specifications and structural requirements
  • Monitor work site operations and safety to mitigate hazards/risks and used independent judgment and decisions to solve problems within the workplace
  • Prevent hazards and cultivate efficiency
  • Adhered to consistently high standards for safety, quality and service on over hundreds of completed projects
  • Installed pool fencing and balustrade

Concrete Labourer

H&H4B Barros
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • After fishing, I had the opportunity to make the move to Australia - to live with a friend in the Gold Coast
  • With the money saved from fishing I moved into a job concreting and continued to save for the move
  • My role in this job was labourer/apprentice, the various responsibilities I had include:
  • Ensure that the work gear and vehicles are clean and up to standard
  • Wheelbarrow concrete into hard to reach spots
  • Work productively in a team environment to ensure big house floors and driveways were finished within the timeframe given
  • Responsibility to work alone and drive company vehicles
  • Work with chemicals such as sealants and solvents
  • Seal driveways with a sprayer
  • Shoveled/lifted heavy materials and move to where needed
  • Remodel grounds to specific heights and ensure it's level
  • Boxed jobs and prepared them for concrete
  • Removed old driveways and restored them with new ones

Fisherman

Talleys group Ltd
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • During my time as a deckhand, I had the responsibility of:
  • Shooting and hauling in the fishing net
  • Repair the net when needed
  • Store the fish (this required a lot of physical strength)
  • Work for prolonged periods of time stacking the fish bins (35kg) to a total of 12 high
  • Working as a team was crucial within this job role to ensure that we worked to maximum efficiency and effectiveness
  • We also lived together for the period of time we were on the boat - through this I gained excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork skills
  • Our shifts were generally 18 hours on, 6 hours off
  • This was my first opportunity of independence, I was responsible for cooking my own meals and tending to my washing
  • A proud achievement of mine while in this job role is after two trips I was promoted to a B grade sailor
  • (A/B/C Grade, C Grade is considered trainee.) This meant not only greater wage but more opportunity for growth and responsibility within the workplace
  • I thoroughly enjoyed this job and the independence it gave me - It gave me insight into my inner strengths and abilities, helping me grow into adulthood

Scaffolder

Roof Edge Solutions
02.2017 - 10.2017
  • After taste of the workforce I was eager to advance my work ethic and opportunities - with this and my desire to work in an outdoor environment I made the move to a junior scaffolder
  • Work in a team environment on large jobs
  • Develop the skills to read house plans for scaffolding
  • Work with various types of gear such as - Intaks, Layhers and Hongs
  • Responsibilities of bookkeeping (eg Invoices, paperwork, filing) as I was contracted to the company
  • Gained knowledge of workplace obstacles and finding the best solution/outcome
  • During my time with Roof Edge Solutions I gained basic skills around working in team environments, working in outdoor environments and insight to the trade
  • Near the end months of working here I received a call from Talleys that my name had been put forward to work on one of their fishing boats

Automotive Mechanic

Nelson Automotive Solutions
03.2016 - 02.2017
  • Nelson Automotive Solutions was my first introduction to the workforce
  • At this time I was studying automotive mechanics
  • During my time here, I would do work experience every Friday, totaling roughly 180 hours spent in the automotive workshop
  • Applied chemical solutions and use polishing machines to ensure all installation surfaces, equipment/tools, worksites and storage areas were clean
  • Inspect machine parts for conformance to product specifications
  • Undergo training with company experts to weld intricate parts
  • Interact and develop rapport with customers to ensure satisfaction and return
  • Service Vehicles

Education

NCEA Level 1 -

Nayland College
Stoke, Nelson

NCEA Level 2 - Automotive Engineering

Nelson Technical Institute
Stoke, Richmond

NCEA Level 3 Certificate - Automotive Engineering

Nelson Technical Institute
Stoke, Richmond

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Highly organized
  • Honest and earnest
  • Hard working
  • Working long periods at a time
  • Heavy lifting
  • Self motivated
  • Good judgement
  • Strong initiative
  • Sound mechanical aptitude
  • Effective multi-tasker
  • Fast learning
  • Very safety conscious
  • Strong written/verbal communication
  • Great team player
  • Use of hand and power tools
  • Work well independently
  • Adept computer skills

Certification

  • Level 3 Certificate in Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (acquired at tertiary level)
  • NCEA Level 2 and 3 (acquired at tertiary level)

References

  • Shane, H&H Concrete, 021-346-527
  • Joe Whitehead, Absolut Custom Glass, 041-1788-030
  • Phil, Roof Edge Solutions, 021-1010-861
  • Nathan Pink, Absolut Custom Glass, 040-5490-717
  • Jason Keegan, Drill and Blast Leading Hand, 0456-253-130
  • Ian Guildford, Drill and Blast Supervisor, 0417-607-151

Hobbies and Interests

  • NCEA Level 1
  • Open car licence
  • Forklift licence (expired)
  • HR rigid licence (condition B)
  • Construction Trade standards: 12927, 24354, 24355, 24356 and 25920.
  • White Card
  • Dogging ticket
  • Work safely at heights
  • Cert 2 drilling
  • High risk work licence
  • Current first aid
  • VLC operation
  • 4WD Training

Summary - Personalstatement

I am a hardworking, respectful young professional looking for a change in career with opportunity for growth. I have become well established in Australia having moving out of my parents' home in New Zealand. Since being here I have acquired my open car license, Heavy Rigid license condition b, my white card and a reliable mode of transport. I have a wide variety of skills attained from my previous work experience. I pride myself in working hard and have the physical and mental strength to work/stand for long periods of time. I take challenges head on and thrive where I am able to put in 110 % into everything that I do. I am a quick learner and eager to try new things, therefore I am more than willing to undergo any sort of training required for the job to ensure I am working to the best of my abilities. I have excellent interpersonal relationship skills which I have gained through close friendships and prior working history. I believe myself to be a great asset to your company providing excellent work ethic and willingness to grow and learn with the company as it advances.

Timeline

Gas Service Technician

Portside Gas
06.2023 - Current

Blast Hole Driller

Rio Tinto
12.2022 - 05.2023

Blast Hole Driller

MACA
08.2021 - 10.2022

Drillers Offsider

DDH1
03.2020 - 07.2021

Glazier

Absolut Custom Glass
06.2018 - 03.2019

Concrete Labourer

H&H4B Barros
01.2018 - 05.2018

Fisherman

Talleys group Ltd
10.2017 - 01.2018

Scaffolder

Roof Edge Solutions
02.2017 - 10.2017

Automotive Mechanic

Nelson Automotive Solutions
03.2016 - 02.2017

NCEA Level 3 Certificate - Automotive Engineering

Nelson Technical Institute

NCEA Level 1 -

Nayland College

NCEA Level 2 - Automotive Engineering

Nelson Technical Institute

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