Tony Kirmanen
Townsville,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Machinery Operator/ Form Setter/Concreter with years of experience operating a wide range of equipment and heavy machinery such as excavators, back hoes and front end loaders, as well as crushing equipment, screening and all other related implements. I also have many years of experience with extensive formwork, and concreting, with the ability to exceed all expectations and deliver performance outcomes on time. I am committed to quality results with a passion for leadership and am highly motivated and outcome driven with a solution based approach to problem solving. I'm able to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team as required with the demonstrated ability to learn new processes, workflows, policies and procedures and a commitment to punctuality and accountability in the work environment. I have demonstrated skills across all aspects of the day-to-day management of operations and planning of machinery operations. I am skilled in all aspects of performance management with the ability to guide, train and mentor team members to achieve targets; able to ensure all WH&S and environmental standards are maintained. I am known for being reliable, dependable and responsible. I have a very high standard of work and a strong work ethic.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Operator
Goodsell Earthmoving
Townsville, QLD
04.2021 - Current
- Implement changes as directed by management in order to optimize operational efficiency.
- Operate excavators and front end loaders.
- Crushing plants and screens.
- Working offsite at times.
- Conduct safety checks on all operating machinery to detect any potential hazards or risks.
- Perform preventive maintenance activities on plant machinery and equipment.
- Supervised personnel engaged in plant operations activities.
- Maintain safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
Pipelayer/Operator/Concreter/Form Setter
NQ Excavations
Townsville , QLD
10.2016 - 04.2021
- Operate and maintain a wide range of machinery and act as a Spotter to guide equipment and machinery and operate the machinery to move materials around the worksite while meeting all WH&S objectives.
- Operate equipment and machinery as required to manage civil projects with a commitment to quality standards and perform manual labouring tasks with a responsibility for ensuring the effective utilisation of resources on the job.
- Complete checks associated with pre-start construction and the relevant safety procedures such as risk assessments and order and collect parts, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensure compliance with OH&S regulations relevant to the tasks performed and provide a safe working environment for the community and other team members.
Pipelayer/Operator/Concreter/Form Setter
John Wreghitt & Sons Pipe Laying and Concrete Services
Townsville , QLD
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Installed forms for pouring concrete according to plans and specifications.
- Operated various machines such as jackhammers, vibrators, pumps, power saws. to perform different tasks related to concreting work.
- Worked on Elevated Work Platforms (EWP's) to complete work requirements with a commitment to meeting workplace health and safety objectives at all times.
- Complete formwork and steel fixing in-line with project requirements while meeting company expectations in relations to risk assessments and WH&S legislation.
- Complete general labouring tasks as required including all aspects of concreting, marking out and general works (including machinery operation) as needed.
- Oversee and meet construction goals by communicating job expectations, planning and monitoring project milestones and ensuring compliance with procedures and policies.
- Complete checks associated with pre-start construction and the relevant safety procedures such as risk assessments and order and collect parts, equipment and supplies.
Form Setter/ Concreter/Machine Operator
Kingfisher Concreting
Townsville , QLD
07.2010 - 02.2012
- Lay foundations, cement, frame and construct residential construction projects with other builders and tradesmen.
- Meet construction goals by communicating job expectations, planning and monitoring project milestones and ensuring compliance with procedures and policies.
- Define project scope, resolve any construction issues, inspect each phase and allocate and schedule resources as required.
- Manage the operation and maintenance of the safety on site with full accountability for all local project works including scheduling, coordination and execution.
- Manage daily on-site (project) issues, reporting, scheduling and work deliverables and coordinate the on-site (project) personnel to ensure that all work is performed in a timely, efficiently and safely manner.
Foreman/Concreter/Operator
Combined Civil Construction
Sydney
01.2000 - 07.2010
- Operate the bob-cat to level ground for construction works prior to starting, and to complete foundation work as required.
- Complete checks associated with pre-start construction and the relevant safety procedures such as risk assessments and order and collect parts, equipment and supplies.
- Manage the overall construction process to ensure quality work (via Scopes of Work) and ensure that the project remains within the established budget .
- Assist in various construction activities that fall outside any trade specific scope of work and assist in controlling construction variances, preparing materials for returns and securing materials on site.
- Focus on adhering to the relevant OH&S procedures including PPE use and remain physically fit to ensure the skills and abilities required to perform the required duties.
Education
Ticket -
Confined Spaces
Townsville Ticket -
Accredited Applicator
Townsville Ticket -
Working At Heights
Townsville Skills
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Safety procedures
- Backhoe ticket
- Excavator ticket
- Confined spaces
- Manual Drivers licence
- Heavy equipment operation
- Working at heights
- Construction blue card
- Accredited applicator ticket
References
● Russell Goodsell (owner)
Goodsell Earthmoving
PH: 0409 782 791
● Roger Parsons (supervisor)
Goodsell Earthmoving
PH: 0487 782 798
● Glenn McCall (supervisor)
NQ Excavations
PH: 0467 195 378
● John Wreghitt (owner)
John Wreghitt & Sons
PH: 0412 218 055
● Nick McCann (inspector)
Main Roads
PH: 0403 702 070
● Gerry Hamilton (owner)
Combined Civil Construction
PH: 0418 633 918
Timeline
Plant Operator
Goodsell Earthmoving
04.2021 - Current
Pipelayer/Operator/Concreter/Form Setter
NQ Excavations
10.2016 - 04.2021
Pipelayer/Operator/Concreter/Form Setter
John Wreghitt & Sons Pipe Laying and Concrete Services
03.2012 - 09.2016
Form Setter/ Concreter/Machine Operator
Kingfisher Concreting
07.2010 - 02.2012
Foreman/Concreter/Operator
Combined Civil Construction
01.2000 - 07.2010
Ticket -
Confined Spaces
Ticket -
Accredited Applicator
Ticket -
Working At Heights