Wesley Talanoa
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dependable and enthusiastic with solid experience in providing support to diverse projects. Strong drive for results, effective communication skills and proven ability to execute instructions effectively. Proven record of working efficiently with others in a team environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sewer Operator
D4C
Sydney, NSW
09.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained sewer treatment systems to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Monitored wastewater flow and quality, performing routine tests and adjustments as needed.
- Conducted troubleshooting of mechanical equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize processes, improving overall system performance.
- Analyzed data from monitoring systems to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Maintained accurate records, documenting all sewer operations, maintenance activities, and incidents.
- Improved sewer system efficiency by conducting regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Safely enter confined spaces
- Concrete patching and grouting works
Rail Labourer
Laing O'Rourke
Sydney, NSW
07.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate efficient project completion.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate daily tasks effectively.
- Executed material handling processes to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Skilled Labourer
Metrocorp
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete projects efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace hazards.
- Performed routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded and unloaded materials according to project specifications and schedules.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by preparing materials and assisting in complex tasks.
- Executed tasks independently while adapting quickly to changing project demands.
- Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Enhanced communication among team members, ensuring clear understanding of project objectives and timelines.
- Smoke testing
- Concrete patching and grout works
- Refurbish manholes
Construction Skilled Laborer
Core Staff
Sydney Harbour Bridge, NSW
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Cutting, Grinding and Patching concrete
- Loading and unloading materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Move and clear debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Jackhammer and demo works
- Cutting/installing of steel beams
- Assisting in lowering platforms
- Roadworks
- Rail shutdowns
- Incapsulating work areas
- Lifting gear and equipment into bays
Rail Labourer
IM Rail
Sydney, NSW
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Weekend shutdowns around Sydney and all over the state and country
- Prep all welding equipment needed for task
- Assist with all welding duties
- Use of hand and power tools
- Help team handle high volume work by prioritising tasks and organising supplies
- Clipping and unclipping of rail
- Set up sleepers
- Set up jewellery
Rail Labourer
BNC
Sydney Lightrail Project, NSW
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Cutting, patching and grinding concrete
- Installing pits
- Grouting
- Core drilling
- Paving and demo works
- Use of hand and power tools
- Crack repairs using megapoxy
- Edilon works
- Caulking and sealing
- Pressure washing different sections of project
- Loading / unloading truck with pavers
Rail Labourer
GTE
Level Crossing Removal Project, Melbourne, VIC
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Secure rail clips by sledge hammer or clip driving machine
- Setting up new jewellery to clip up rail
- Prepare all welding equipment needed for task
- Assisting with all welding duties
- Use of hand and power tools
- Spotting plant and machinery
- Alignment of concrete plinths
- Assisting crane crew with concrete plinths
Labourer/ Welders Offsider
NuGroup Rail Solutions
Sydney Lightrail Project, NSW
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Setting up equipment needed for welding of the rail
- Alignment of the rail
- Cutting off and grinding of welds
- Setting up of jigs
- Alignment of the track
- Operation of hand and power tools
- Stripping off formwork
- CDM installation
- Caulk gaps on CDM
- Clean out weld joints prep for edilon
- Edilon works
- Keep work areas clean and free of debris
Operator/Labourer
Quickway Constructions
Norwest Rapid Transit Tunnel, NSW
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Operating drilling gantry in tunnel
- Prestarts and maintenance of gantry
- Refuelling of gantry & other plant and equipment
- Operation of hand and power tools
- Clearing tunnel of debris and other waste materials
- Picking up of tools and equipment from various sites in work truck.
- Relocating services and pipes
- Installation of concrete chute, tunnel fans
- Operation of manitou, ewp and other machinery when needed
- Installation of sound panels throughout tunnel
- Installation of walkways and cable trays
Labourer/Driver
TKL Holdings
Sydney, NSW
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Pre start trucks, plant and machinery
- Operation of plant and equipment
- Loading up truck with tools and equipment required for job
- Use of hand and power tools
- Delivery and placement of diesel to plant and equipment (if required)
- Clearing site of debris and other waste materials
- Cleaning and maintaining machines and vehicles as required
- Operations of all demolition site power tools
- Transporting waste to the yard and tip
Warehouse Storeman
Symbion Contract Logistics (Pharmaceuticals)
Sydney, NSW
08.2012 - 07.2014
- Order picking and packing products appropriately
- RF Picking
- Consignment of orders
- Product replenishment putaways
- General Warehouse duties
- Unloading/Loading Containers and trucks
- Forklift Operation counter balance high reach and double deep
- Cross referencing goods with orders
- Verifying and completing required documentation and reports
- Regular stock counts.
- Palletising of goods to be transported
Loading Dock / Driver / Warehouse Storeman
The Star - Casino
Sydney, NSW
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Delivery and transport of fragile and valuable goods to and from The Star
- Loading/unloading of goods off trucks
- Catalogue or label items with storage details
- Stock Quality Control
- Entering details of received delivery slips, requisitions and invoices into computers
- Sorting and documenting delivery of goods, organising transportation to outlets within The Star
- Basic HACCP Duties
- Card and Chips Deliveries
- Forklift and Electric Ride-on Pallet Truck Operations
- High Reach Picking of Game Machines & other heavy/fragile goods
- Furniture Removals and Organising in off-site warehouse.
Dockhand/ Forklift Driver
TNT Express
Sydney, NSW
07.2006 - 05.2010
- Sorting of freight
- Manual Unloading/loading Containers
- Strapping/Unloading and securing freight onto Trucks
- Loading/unloading freight off trucks
- Strapping, opening and closing of truck curtains
- General Warehouse duties
- Process and code freight to respective destinations
- Scanning/bagging freight and assisting with loading and unloading freight to vehicles.
Spray Painter
Scientific Motor Bodyworks
Sydney, NSW
05.2002 - 06.2006
- Spray paint automobiles, machines and other products
- Balancing and layering colours
- Selecting and mixing colours to match the vehicle's colour
- Sanding, filling and chiseling vehicle as part of its preparation
- Masking areas that are not included to be painted.
- Detailing of cars
Education
Year 12 -
Patrician Brothers College
Fairfield, NSWCertificate III - Automotive Body Refinishing
TAFE NSW
Sydney, NSWEducation License Courses
- NSW Heavy Rigid License
- CO Crane Licence
- DG Dogging
- RB Rigging
- WP Elevated Work Platform
- Confined Spaces ( Sydney Water Approved)
- Working at Heights
- Sillica
- HP Hoist
- LF forklift license
- RIW (MTA)
- Occupational Health and Safety White Card
References
References available on request
Timeline
Sewer Operator
D4C
09.2024 - Current
Rail Labourer
Laing O'Rourke
07.2024 - Current
Skilled Labourer
Metrocorp
03.2024 - 09.2024
Construction Skilled Laborer
Core Staff
02.2021 - 12.2023
Rail Labourer
IM Rail
09.2019 - 03.2021
Rail Labourer
BNC
07.2018 - 12.2020
Rail Labourer
GTE
01.2018 - 07.2018
Labourer/ Welders Offsider
NuGroup Rail Solutions
07.2017 - 01.2018
Operator/Labourer
Quickway Constructions
06.2016 - 07.2017
Labourer/Driver
TKL Holdings
07.2014 - 06.2016
Warehouse Storeman
Symbion Contract Logistics (Pharmaceuticals)
08.2012 - 07.2014
Loading Dock / Driver / Warehouse Storeman
The Star - Casino
05.2010 - 08.2012
Dockhand/ Forklift Driver
TNT Express
07.2006 - 05.2010
Spray Painter
Scientific Motor Bodyworks
05.2002 - 06.2006
Year 12 -
Patrician Brothers College
Certificate III - Automotive Body Refinishing
TAFE NSW