Trent Henkel
Summary
Experienced excavator operator with a background in civil construction, drainage, sewer and water infrastructure projects. Skilled in GPS machine operation, trenching, working around live services and completing detailed excavation work. Known for being reliable, safety-focused and working well as part of a team to get the job done. I’ve spent most of my working career operating excavators and take pride in what I do, but I’m always keen to learn new skills, gain more tickets and broaden my experience with other machinery and areas of the industry. Flexible with working hours and comfortable working day shift, night shift and overtime when required.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Excavator Operator
3D pipelines
Melbourne
02.2023 - Current
- Operating 10-67 ton excavators using Leica and Topcon gps systems.
- Excavation for drainage, sewer, GPTs, pump stations, culverts and water mains.
- Working around live services and digging in tight access areas.
- Carrying out detailed excavation work on day and night shift projects.
- Assisting with unloading and placement of pipes, pits and other site materials.
- Managing material locations and stockpiles around site as required.
- Working closely with pipe crews and supervisors to keep projects moving efficiently.
- Able to work from plans and GPS models to achieve required levels and grades.
- Experience operating front-end loaders.
- Plenty of experience using a rock breaker for trenching and downsizing rock
Excavator Operator
on(Q) plumbing and excavation
Melbourne
01.2018 - 02.2023
- Transported 1.7-10 ton excavators to and from site, including loading and unloading machinery.
- Excavated trenches for PVC pipe, water lines and drainage works.
- Worked closely with pipe layers to complete underground service installations.
- Installed septic tanks, concrete pits and associated infrastructure.
- Backfilled and compacted trenches to specification.
- Carried out final trim and levelling works to achieve finished surface levels.
- Maintained a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship and teamwork on site.
Education
Whittlesea Secondary College
Whittlesea , Vic Skills
- Excavator ticket
- Heavy rigid truck license
- Manual car license
- Confined spaces ticket
- White card
- Drainage certificate II
- CPC101111 certificate 1 in construction
- HLTAID002 provide basic emergency life support
Timeline
Excavator Operator
3D pipelines
02.2023 - Current
Excavator Operator
on(Q) plumbing and excavation
01.2018 - 02.2023
Whittlesea Secondary College