David

About me:

Candidate Info :
Having acquired a broad range of skills and experience in float/plant operation. I write with great interest to be considered this position with your company as recently advertised. A self-motivated, physically fit and energetic individual with a strong work ethic, I am available for immediate commencement, willing to work various shifts/rosters offering my 100% dedication, flexibility and commitment. I have gained a high level of experience in transporting, operating and maintaining plant equipment throughout my career as a dedicated, hardworking and reliable team ember. During my employment with Murphy Pipe an Civil I worked 12 hour shifts whilst involved in the transporting and operating machinery in an efficient, safe and competent manner to achieve maximum output. I have a wealth of relevant skills and expertise that I believe would make a great asset to any company.

Experience :
Worked As MC Truck driver at Centurion Transport from February 2021 to June 2021
– Loading/Unloading of Ammonite Nitrate at explosives facilities
– Transportation of Ammoniate Nitrate to rural hubs and industrial explosives warehouse/factories
– Completing safety/pre start checks
– Completing requirements meeting NHVR guidelines
– Following strict policy/procedures in regards to loading/unloading Ammonia Nitrate

Worked As MC Driver (Local, Linehaul and Bulk Dangerous Goods) at toll Logistics from June 2017 to February 2021
Role included:
– Transportation of gas cylinders in 3 tonne truck – Brisbane Metro deliveries (local)
– Transportation of gas cylinders on linehaul shuttle run (B double combination) – Brisbane/Sydney
– Transportation of Bulk Dangerous Goods (LNG) towing BOC tankers – single, b double and road train
combinations (delivering goods to customer sites throughout QLD, NSW) – consisting of spending weeks
on the road – spending overnights in prime mover.
– Completing the required safety/pre start checks
– Following strict policy/procedures in regards to the loading/unloading of Bulk LNG
– Completing requirements meeting NHVR guidelines
– Maintaining a high level of customer service with customer (BOC) and on customer sites

Throughout my time working for Toll on the BOC contract in particularly on the Bulk LNG Contract, I have
gained skills/experience and an extensive understanding of the transportation of Dangerous Goods. I
understand the importance of following the correct safety procedures, and also have the ability to adapt to changing work environments.

Worked As MC Truck Driver at Toll Logistcs from June 2015 to June 2017
Flat top, extendable, steel, Auto, Local, Scania
Role included:
– Transportation of Steel – Metro deliveries (both B double and single combinations)
– Freight included 14T aluminum coils and 24meter extendable loads, 4 meter wide oversized plate
– Loads included oversized freight – including heavier mass limits
– Loading and unloading of trailer
– Load restraint of freig

Worked As Line haul driver at highland haulage from May 2015 to December 2015
Roles Included
Interstate driver including runs to WA driving B double liner haul.Also experienced in drop decks flat tops and low loader. Carrying general freight ranging from alcohol, cotton, bricks and switch boards also picking machinery from various parts and dropping to John Deere dealerships Australia wide

Worked As Float plant operator at Wanless Machinery from October 2014 to March 2015
Wanless Machinery
October 2014- March 2015 Float plant operator

Key Achievements
• Operating float, delivering goods and a day to day bases, also interstate run.
• Provide prompt and courteous service to our residential and commercial accounts
• Review invoices with customers and obtain shipper and receiver authorizations /signatures.
• Maintain trip logs reflecting customer locations and distance travelled and fuel costs
• Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and highway regulations.
Load and unloading of Machinery
• Assisted in labour work in the yard, these duties involved in cleaning and repairing machines.

Worked As Float operator/Plant coordinator at MURPHY PIPE AND CIVIL from April 2013 to October 2014
Murphy Pipe and Civil
April 2013- October 2014- Float operator/Plant coordinator

Roll included:
Loading and unloading, securing many different types of machinery, ranging from 15 tonne to 55 tonne and anything up to 5 meters of width and 26 meters in length with a lot of MC Combination involved( dolly)

Key Achievements
• Moving heavy plant on mine site
• Planning and organizing plant moves with foremen and management
• Also gathered experience in driving a road train
• Delivery of pipes and water cart.
• Help mobilizing and demobilizing different operations and transporting logistics to different projects.

In the time with Murphy’s have worked in Wondoan, Roma, Chinchilla and Kenya.
I have a wealth of experience and knowledge businesses and locations in the Western downs area.

Worked As Float Operator at Saunders Plant Hire from June 2009 to October 2012
Saunders Plant Hire – Brisbane, QLD
June 2009 – October 2012 – Float Operator

Key Achievements:
• Experience in low loader work and loading and unloading of machinery/equipment

• Organization of plant allocation to clients
• Client liaison
• Liaise with logistics coordinator to ensure arrival of plant to site is on time
• Check through invoices to ensure client charges are correct
• Manage drivers’ tickets and check sheets for queries of plant
• Follow health and safety regulations and wear the correct PPE

• In depth understanding of all road guidelines in all states within Australia

Worked As driver at Leatrans from November 2007 to November 2008
Leatrans – Rathkeal, Co. Limerick
November 2007 – November 2008 – Long distance HC driver which

Key Achievements:
• Delivery of fresh produce throughout Europe
• Excellent portrayal of map reading skills
• Knowledge of various road conditions throughout Europe

Worked As Transport & Logistics at T & A Randles from July 2001 to November 2007
T & A Randles – Kenmare, Co. Kerry
July 2001 – November 2007 – Qualified HR drive

Key Achievements:
• Delivery of quarry material within a 100km radius

• Operator of wheeled loader at the stockpile division of the quarry
• Loading trucks with quarry material
• Maintenance of truck and crushing plant
• Knowledge of operation of ready mix truck and roller
• Pricing of various materials

Worked As Mobile Tyre Fitter at Advanced Tyres – Park Rd, Co from September 2000 to July 2002
Advanced Tyres – Park Rd, Co.Killarney
September 2000 – July 2002 – Mobile Tyre Fitter

Key Achievements:
• Operating a mobile unit repairing all types of heavy duty and industrial tyres
• Ability to maintain the mobile unit and all tools in prestige condition

SECTION 4: LICENCES/TICKETS

I have full qualified driver’s license for the following:

B Car
BE Car and trailer
B1 Light Truck

C Rigid Truck
CE Artic HC Semi

C1 Bus
C1E Bus and Trailer

Since moving to Australia I have acquired the following:
• Blue Card
• Ticket for Rubber Wheel Loader/ Compacter

Am willing to get a Folk lift license and Dangereous Good License

SECTION 5: PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Effective team member;

• Focus on own safety and that of colleagues;

• Focus on solving problems and support business improvement and innovation;

• Excellent communication skills

• Hard working;

• Flexible;

• Committed to reducing costs within the business;

Dedicated to employer and their business

SECTION 6: OTHER INTERESTS

Worked As Mobile Tyre Fitter at Park Rd, Co from September 2000 to July 2002