Ryan Bennett

• Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
• Email: ryan.bennett@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: ryanbennettop

Summary

9 years operating heavy excavating and loading machinery in surface mining operations, consistently achieving production targets and enhancing site safety protocols. Proficient in operating large-scale excavators, wheel loaders, and draglines for high-volume overburden removal and ore extraction in open-cut environments.

Adept at pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting minor equipment faults to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency, contributing to a 15% increase in daily extraction rates at previous sites.

Experience

Excavating and Loading Machine Operator, BHP Billiton -- Hunter Valley, Australia

Mar 2018 – present

• Operated CAT 797F haul trucks and Komatsu PC8000 excavators, moving an average of 15,000 tonnes of material daily.

• Contributed to a 10% reduction in fuel consumption through optimized operating techniques and route planning.

• Mentored junior operators on safe operating procedures and equipment best practices, improving team efficiency by 5%.

• Conducted daily pre-start inspections and reported equipment defects promptly, ensuring compliance with MSHA and site-specific safety regulations.

• Maintained clear communication with ground crews and supervisors to coordinate loading and dumping operations efficiently.

Dragline Operator, Rio Tinto -- Pilbara, Australia

July 2015 – Feb 2018

• Operated Bucyrus 8750 draglines for overburden removal, consistently exceeding daily targets by 8% on average.

• Executed precise digging and dumping operations to maintain optimal bench configurations and access to ore bodies.

• Performed routine checks and minor maintenance on dragline components, reducing unscheduled downtime by 12%.

• Collaborated with survey and geology teams to ensure accurate material placement and minimize dilution.

• Adhered strictly to environmental regulations for spoil pile management and rehabilitation efforts.

Heavy Equipment Operator Assistant, Glencore -- Mount Isa, Australia

Jan 2014 – June 2015

• Assisted senior operators with equipment setup, fueling, and routine maintenance tasks for excavators and loaders.

• Gained proficiency in basic control operations under direct supervision, preparing for independent operation.

• Participated in site safety briefings and contributed to hazard identification and risk assessment processes.

• Operated auxiliary equipment such as dozers and graders for site preparation and maintenance as required.

Education

TAFE NSW, Certificate in Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations -- Sydney, Australia

Feb 2013 – Nov 2013

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation: Excavators (Komatsu PC8000, CAT 6060), Wheel Loaders (CAT 994K, LeTourneau L-2350), Draglines (Bucyrus 8750, P&H 4100XPC), Haul Trucks (CAT 797F, Komatsu 930E-4), Dozers (CAT D11T), Graders (CAT 16M)

Mining Operations: Surface Mining, Overburden Removal, Ore Extraction, Pit Development, Bench Management, Spoil Pile Management, Blast Pattern Execution, Material Handling

Safety & Compliance: MSHA Regulations, OH&S Procedures, Pre-Start Checks, Risk Assessment, Lockout/Tagout, Emergency Response, Fatigue Management, Environmental Compliance

Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Routine Inspections, Fluid Level Checks, Minor Repairs, Component Identification, Diagnostic Reporting, Preventative Maintenance

Software & Systems: GPS Grade Control Systems, Fleet Management Systems (e.g., MineStar), Radio Communication Protocols