Troy Caldwell
Cawarral
Summary
Motivated and safety-focused Trades Assistant with extensive hands-on experience across both mining and construction, including shutdown support, dragline and shovel maintenance, fire watch, confined space monitoring, and equipment operation. Skilled in conducting pre-starts, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting trades across high-risk environments. Currently seeking to continue my career in the mining industry as a Trades Assistant, with the long-term goal of progressing into a Machine Operator role. Committed to Zero Harm, teamwork, and maintaining site safety standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trades Assistant / Labourer- Mining
DCS - Dragline Cleaning Services
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in maintenance and cleaning of draglines, drills, shovels, and excavators.
- Performed fire watch duties for confined space and shutdown operations.
- Supported underground roof support tasks under strict safety procedures.
- Operated and troubleshooted industrial vacuum units and high-pressure water jetting equipment.
- Conducted pre-start inspections on gernies, tools, and site vehicles.
- Escorted vehicles on mine sites, ensuring safe communication via two-way radios.
- Carried out small engine repairs and daily equipment/tool maintenance.
- Actively participated in toolbox talks, safety reporting, and hazard management.
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Carpentry
Local Building Contractor
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted carpenters with bricklaying, framing, and interior fit-outs.
- Prepared and carried materials safely for site use.
- Supported tradespeople with measuring, cutting, and installation tasks.
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Fencing
Fencing Contractor - QLD
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared sites for fencing including clearing and cleaning.
- Laid out fencing lines, posts, and strainers.
- Assisted with installation while maintaining site safety.
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Paving
Paving Contractor - QLD
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Prepared sites for paving including levelling and setting out.
- Measured, cut, and laid pavers, bricks, and mortar.
- Assisted with concreting tasks to support paving works.
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Roofing
Roofing Contractor - QLD
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with installation and repair of roofing structures.
- Safely handled tools and materials while working at heights.
- Conducted safety checks and supported tradespeople on site.
Skills
- Safety Compliance & Zero Harm Commitment
- Confined Space Monitoring
- Working at Heights
- Fire Watch Procedures
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- JSA / SWMS Understanding
- Hazard Identification & Reporting
- Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO)
- Pre-Start Inspections
- Manual Handling Safety
- Two-Way Radio Communication
- Emergency Response Awareness
- PPE Compliance & Safe Use
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Environmental & Site Safety Awareness
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
- Team-Based Safety Culture
Certification
- HR Licence
- Class C O manual Drivers Licence
- Confined Space Certification
- Working at Heights Certification
- Class A Pressure Water Jet Unit
- Standard 11
- Coal Board Medical
- Currently inducted onto most mine sites across the Bowen Basin
Key Safety Skills
- Safety Compliance & Zero Harm Commitment
- Confined Space Monitoring
- Working at Heights
- Fire Watch Procedures
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- JSA / SWMS Understanding
- Hazard Identification & Reporting
- Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO)
- Pre-Start Inspections
- Manual Handling Safety
- Two-Way Radio Communication
- Emergency Response Awareness
- PPE Compliance & Safe Use
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Environmental & Site Safety Awareness
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
- Team-Based Safety Culture
Timeline
Trades Assistant / Labourer- Mining
DCS - Dragline Cleaning Services
01.2024 - Current
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Paving
Paving Contractor - QLD
01.2023 - 12.2023
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Roofing
Roofing Contractor - QLD
01.2023 - 12.2023
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Carpentry
Local Building Contractor
01.2021 - 12.2021
Trades Assistant / Labourer - Fencing
Fencing Contractor - QLD
01.2021 - Current