William McMillan
Saint George,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Machinery Operator with extensive experience at Eastern Australian Agriculture, excelling in heavy equipment operation and crop management. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective machine maintenance and quality control. Skilled in GPS navigation and hazard identification, fostering a safe and efficient work environment. Skilled machinery operator with background in diverse industrial settings. Experience includes operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of heavy machinery, demonstrating strong technical skills and commitment to safety. Strengths include ability to adapt quickly to new equipment, problem-solving skills, and effective team collaboration. Previous impact includes improved productivity through efficient machine operation and reduced downtime. Hardworking machine operator well-versed in keeping components running at peak levels to produce high-quality products. Comfortable working alone or with team members to identify and resolve defects. Expert approach to tackling maintenance and inspection tasks. 20+ years of experience in the industry, and willing to learn more.
I currently do not have a Chem Cert or HR license, but I am willing to obtain one.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinery Operator and Farmhand
Eastern Australian Agriculture
Saint George, QLD
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained and monitored crop growth by cultivating, fertilizing, irrigating and harvesting crops.
- Performed general maintenance tasks on farm equipment including cleaning, lubrication and minor repairs as needed.
- Operated heavy equipment such as tractors, planters, seeders and harvesters for planting and harvesting operations.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Operation of Grader 140K, 16G
- Excavator, Hitachi 30Tonne long Arm, JCB 30Tonne, Fendt, John Deer, Cats 85, Lazer Bucket, 60 Planters.
- Ground Prep, Fertilizing, Simplicity Bins.
- Ground Prep.
- Green star, Trimble and topcom GPS.
Machinery Operator
Scott Matthews
Ayr, QLD
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Operations of Lazer Bucket.
- Tractors.
- Excavator.
- Headers and Dozers.
- Nitro self-propelled spray rigs.
- Maintained and operated a variety of machinery to ensure efficient production.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding production goals, timelines, and processes.
- Monitored machine operation to detect any malfunctions or errors in the process.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment, such as changing oil, lubricating components, and replacing worn parts.
Machine Operator
Burdekin Transport
Ayr, Qld
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Production loader operator.
- Loading trucks with load right.
- Inspected machine parts with a measuring tools.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Maintained organized work areas by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
Labourer/Traffic Control/Excavator Operator
Activ Civil Construction Services
Emerald, QLD
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Organized detours and adjusted signal timing to accommodate special events or construction projects.
- Directed traffic flow and monitored intersections to ensure the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
- Monitored roadways for hazardous conditions such as potholes or debris that could cause accidents or impede travel times.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding changes in traffic patterns or new construction projects that impacted existing routes.
- Utilized two-way radios for communication between dispatchers or other field personnel concerning changes in traffic conditions due to accidents or inclement weather.
- Maintained logs detailing all activities performed during assigned shifts including incident reports, work orders completed and any other relevant information.
- Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
Crew Manager
2PH Farms
Emerald, QLD
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Chemical mixing.
- Irrigation.
- Repairs and maintenance.
- Tractor and backhoe operation.
- Ensured compliance with all health codes and regulations by regularly inspecting facility and equipment.
- Supervised and trained crew members on safety protocols, customer service standards, and job duties.
- Developed weekly schedules for crew members to ensure adequate coverage of shifts.
- Maintained positive relationships with vendors by negotiating contracts for products or services.
FarmHand
Eastern Australian Agriculture
Saint George, QLD
01.2010 - 04.2012
- Planting.
- Irrigation.
- Operating Cotton Pickers.
- Cultivating with 12 Row rigs.
- Tractor operations.
- Green star GPS systems, pump, and small motor maintenance.
- Harvesting.
- Excavator and Dozer Operation.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mater Dei Collage
Tuggerah, NSW12-1993
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Crop management
- Heavy machinery operation
- GPS navigation
- Quality control
- Hazard identification
- Excavation techniques
- Workplace safety
- Start up procedures
Certification
- Cert III in Agriculture, Cotton Production
- Excavator
- Front end loader
- Telehandler.
- First Aid.
- White Card.
- Working at Heights and confined spaces.
References
- Ross Keely, EAA manager 0457777432.
- Mark Atkins. 0429878609.
Timeline
Machinery Operator and Farmhand
Eastern Australian Agriculture
01.2023 - Current
Machinery Operator
Scott Matthews
04.2022 - 11.2022
Machine Operator
Burdekin Transport
08.2019 - 04.2022
Labourer/Traffic Control/Excavator Operator
Activ Civil Construction Services
03.2017 - 05.2019
Crew Manager
2PH Farms
07.2016 - 02.2017
FarmHand
Eastern Australian Agriculture
01.2010 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Mater Dei Collage
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