Tenisio Va’aga
Petrie,QLD
Summary
Seasoned Crane Operator offering 10+ years of construction industry experience, efficient and safe equipment operations and on-time project completion. Communicates precisely with crew and management to promote project completion and adherence to safety protocols. Alert Crane Operator with in-depth knowledge and practice of OSHA safety standards and precautions with 8+ years of experience operating tower, overhead and mobile cranes. Skilled reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics and technical drawings. Excellent safety record. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Tower Operator or Dogman position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crane Operator/Intermediate Rigger/Dogman
Falcon Cranes
01.2015 - Current
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of machinery and lifting equipment.
- Extremely confident in my experience and ability to operate luff or flat top tower cranes as well as dual-lifting or top and tailing various lifts.
- Extremely confident in hand signals, verbal communication, whistle signals and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Manoeuvred loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
- Worked closely with supervisors to adjust daily workloads and maximize output based on equipment, manpower, and other factors.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Used troubleshooting and resolution skills to address crane-related malfunctions while minimizing downtime.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
Rigger/Dogman
Bechtel/Downer & Fluor Mines
03.2011 - 12.2014
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
- Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
- Mobilized and tore down rigs according to safety regulations.
- Monitored pressure and maintained proper fluid and fuel balance.
- Maintained rig engines and motors.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Everton Park State High School
Everton Park, QLD11.2008
Skills
- Parts Inspection
- Heavy Lift Management
- Crane Steering
- Crane Operations
- Dual-Lifting
- Top and Tailing
- Rigging Knowledge
- Crane Maintenance
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Crane Assembly
- Mobile Crane Operations
- Crane Operation
- Equipment Inspection
- Construction Safety
- OSHA Standards
Certification
- Crane Tower
- Self Erecting Tower Crane
- Intermediate Rigger
- Dogging
- Boom Elevated Work Platform
- Confined Space
References
Craig Davidson
0409015769
Lance
0431745336
Simon Ker
0405315024
Daniel Marques
0434843914
Joe Turnbull
0403046770
Cole Merret
0400244644
Brian Doran
0401423424
Timeline
Crane Operator/Intermediate Rigger/Dogman
Falcon Cranes
01.2015 - Current
Rigger/Dogman
Bechtel/Downer & Fluor Mines
03.2011 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Everton Park State High School
- Crane Tower
- Self Erecting Tower Crane
- Intermediate Rigger
- Dogging
- Boom Elevated Work Platform
- Confined Space
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