TIMOTHY FOSTER
375 Wilson Rd, Mount Barker,Australia
Summary
Hardworking Train Driver with 2+ years as a NLD with 2 + years as a Train Examiner maintaining railyard and assisting with movement of trains. Skilled at completing manual tasks and working with dispatchers and workers for continual service and smooth transportation of goods. Eye for detail when inspecting equipment to catch issues early to complete repairs or address concerns.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Train Driver (Yard)
Rio Tinto
04.2021 - Current
- Implemented safe environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures
- Maintained records of train movements, daily logs and train performance reports
- Communicated with dispatchers about train cargo and timetables
- Made decisions on safety and scheduling employees to support operational requirements
- Reviewed, analyzed and investigated operational problems, correcting when appropriate and calling to attention of supervisor or manager when necessary
- Added or detached loads by coupling or uncoupling cars
- Managed communications flow to employees and customers regarding departures, arrivals, delays and closures
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs
- Observed tracks to detect obstructions
- Conferred with train control personnel via radio's to issue or receive stops, delays or oncoming train information
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials
- Interpreted train orders, signals or railroad rules and regulations that governed locomotive operation
Train Examiner
Rio Tinto
02.2020 - 04.2021
- To inspect rolling stock in the yard
- Conducted all ground work for the locomotive
- To conduct brake tests and fitness for departure tests
- To safely implement the placing and removal of trains into the dumpers
Manager
BP Roebourne
06.2002 - 02.2020
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Education
GNVQ Business -
Hollyrood Secondary School
Chard Somerset 1994
Skills
- Data Entry
- Calm Under Pressure
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Problem-Solving
- PPE Use
- Social Perceptiveness
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Team Building
Certification
Cert IV in Train Driving,
Cert IV in Agriculture,
MR Drivers license,
References
Gaven Hulls
2IC Rail Ops, Cape Lambert
Mobile 0417 274 433
Email Gaven.hulls@riotinto.com
gavkath1@live.com.au
Douglas Brown
Manager Roy Hill Cattle Station
Mobile 0458 436 773
Email Royhillstation@royhill.com.au
brownlieda@gmail.com
Timeline
Train Driver (Yard)
Rio Tinto
04.2021 - Current
Train Examiner
Rio Tinto
02.2020 - 04.2021
Manager
BP Roebourne
06.2002 - 02.2020
GNVQ Business -
Hollyrood Secondary School
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