Brandon Robinson

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: brandon.robinson@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: brandonrobinsonfaller

Summary

10+ years of dedicated experience as a professional faller, consistently achieving high production targets while meticulously adhering to safety protocols and environmental regulations in Irish forestry operations.

Proficient in directional felling, limbing, bucking, and precise timber extraction techniques, contributing to optimized yield and reduced waste across diverse forest landscapes.

Skilled in operating and maintaining a range of felling equipment, coupled with strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex terrain and unexpected challenges efficiently.

Experience

Lead Professional Faller, Emerald Forest Solutions -- County Wicklow, Ireland

Sept 2018 – present

• Supervised a team of 3-5 junior fallers, ensuring adherence to all safety standards and operational efficiencies on various harvesting sites.

• Executed directional felling of over 15,000 trees annually, consistently meeting or exceeding daily production quotas by 15% through optimized felling patterns.

• Reduced critical safety incidents by 25% over a two-year period by implementing enhanced on-site training and rigorous equipment checks.

• Managed timber extraction and sorting processes, contributing to a 10% improvement in log quality and reduced processing time at the mill.

Professional Faller, Irish Timber Harvesting Ltd. -- County Kildare, Ireland

Mar 2013 – Aug 2018

• Performed manual and mechanized felling operations for commercial timber harvesting, specializing in both clear-cut and selective logging techniques.

• Achieved an average felling rate of 80-100 trees per day, maintaining high precision for safe and efficient log removal.

• Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting for chainsaws and other felling equipment, extending equipment lifespan by 20%.

• Participated in pre-harvest planning and post-harvest site clean-up, ensuring compliance with Coillte environmental guidelines.

Education

Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Certificate in Forestry and Timber Technology -- County Cavan, Ireland

Sept 2012 – Feb 2013

Irish School of Forestry, Advanced Certification in Chainsaw Operations & Felling Techniques -- County Wicklow, Ireland

June 2011 – Aug 2011

Skills

Felling Techniques: Directional Felling, Manual Felling, Mechanized Felling, Clear-Cutting, Selective Logging, Limbing, Bucking, Topping, Wedging

Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Chainsaws (Stihl, Husqvarna), Harvesters, Feller Bunchers, Skidders, Log Loaders, Basic Engine Repair, Blade Sharpening

Safety & Compliance: OHS Regulations, First Aid & CPR, Tree Hazard Assessment, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Environmental Regulations, Risk Management

Forestry Knowledge: Timber Species Identification, Wood Quality Assessment, Forest Management Plans, Sustainable Forestry Practices, Log Scaling, Tree Physiology

Soft Skills: Team Leadership, Communication, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Physical Stamina, Decision-Making, Attention to Detail