Mr RICHARD DIXON…. April ****.
* ********’s Crt,
Chirnside Park,
Vic 3116.
Mob…040*-***-***.
To Whom It May Concern……
I would like to introduce myself, I have a strong commitment to Occupational
Health and Safety, and would welcome the opportunity to utilize my skills for your company.
Over the years I have amassed qualifications that include Diplomas in OHS, and
Training and Assessment, also various other competencies and skills (please refer to my
Resume), this is as well as valuable practical experience. I have the experience in a variety of
high risk industries, having worked FIFO for a number of years. Helping to bring in the
understanding and the appreciation of the value of an effective safety management
process/system and if needed the process of proper investigation (ICAM Trained)
As a safety professional I have successfully worked to completion various
complex projects for a number of organizations. These have been (4 years) in the field of
LNG/OIL, Mining Maintenance, General Engineering, Mining Construction and Civil and
general construction. Along with these works I have also consulted and taught OHS in the RTO
industry (6 years Holmesglen TAFE), Consulted HSE in the Maritime Industry, this has opened
up avenues to train, process, and set teaching /training programs to be instilled into the trade
sector of the workforce. I have been involved in the daily running of safety management teams,
developed specific training programs, undertaken audits/hazard assessments, and the
development and implementation of safety management systems that are specific to the client/ all
stakeholder’s needs and requirements.
My enclosed resume outlines my work experiences, my professional skills,
knowledge and expertise enables me to make a significant contribution to the position advertised
and if successful, help in keeping your company in a safer vain.
I look forward to discussing my application and experience in further detail with
you,
Yours Sincerely.
RICHARD DIXON….
…….RESUME ……:
NAME: Richard Dixon
ADDRESS: 1 Coachmans Court, Chirnside Park, Victoria, 3116
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 2109 – Rangeview Mitcham, Vic 3132
TELEPHONE: 040*-***-***
EMAIL: **********@*******.***
COUNTRY OF BIRTH: Australia
HOBBIES AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES:Boxing, Fishing, Hunting, Pistol Shooting
Archery Building motorbikes, Riding motorbikes, Socialising, Travel, Blues music.
SKILLS
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding situation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Broad experience in production operational controls and working to safe operating procedures.
Excellent Supervisor skills.
Ability to achieve targets and monitor results.
Ability to work FIFO Rosters.
ATTITUDE AND ATTRIBUTES
Able to multi task and work in high pressure environment
Enthusiasm, commitment and willingness to learn new skills.
Self-starter and able to work unsupervised.
Honest and dependable.
Successful, positive attitude.
Innovative and creative
Strong self discipline with attention to detail.
Dedicated, assertive and flexible.
Capable and confident in situations when dealing with peers.
ORGANISATIONAL AND ADMINISTRATION SKILLS
Excels in organisation and planning skills.
Excellent co-ordination, implementation and monitoring skills.
Sound knowledge of relevant legislative Occupational Health and Safety / Mines Act
Able to operate independently and in a team environment.
HSE
Coordinator Roles were as follows……
- Be conversant with legislation relating to occupational health and safety a workers
compensation in order to…
- Liaise with and provide advise to Managers, Supervisors and Leading Hands regarding
occupational health, safety, workers compensation, injury management, accident prevention
and welfare;
- Liaise with treating doctors, health professionals and workers compensation claims
department to ensure effective early intervention treatment and return to work for all injured
employees;
- Oversee and advise on the use of job rotation, exercise program and alternate/selected
duties;
- Liaise and coordinate the Training Officer/OHS&WCM department manager to inform
employees at induction of the health hazards of their work and the SOP’s for their specific
tasks;
- Assist in the completion of incident report forms and assist the OHS&WCM and/or area
Supervisor/Department Manager and OHS Consultative Committee members with an incident
investigation;
- Assist in all OH&S training programs including manual handling techniques, accident
prevention, first aid, use of personal protective equipment and chemicals;
- Assist OHS&WCM and Manager/Supervisor with worksite assessments to identify,
monitor and evaluate potential workplace hazards;
- Advise line managers and engineers on OHSMS requirements for purchasing plant,
equipment designs, installation, commissioning and demolition, the purchase of appropriate
personal protective equipment and clothing;
- Assist and where appropriate initiate site hazard/risk assessments;
- Recommend appropriate control measures designed to eliminate or minimize hazards;
- Participate in the health and safety committee as a Management Representative;
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with OHSMS requirements,
statutory, organization and ethical requirements;
- Assist Plant Engineer, Maintenance staff and Contractors with timely advice and
assistance with risk assessment, interpretation of standards and work method statements;
- Ensure that design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, demolition and de-
commissioning processes, including products, materials, plant and facilities are compliant to
legislative requirements and conform to OHSMS specification.
EDUCATION
Completed Apprenticeship in Plumbing and Gas Fitting - 27th February 1976
(License number Victoria 30508 – License number WA TL11678)
….QUALIFICATIONS….
HSE / TRAINING and ASSESSING:
Appointed persons Certification..(SECT 44)
Certificate IV …..Assessment and Workplace Training
Diploma …. Assessment and Workplace Training
Certificate IV…. Occupational Health and Safety
Diploma…. Occupational Health and Safety
FIRST AID:
Level 11….. First Aid Certification
Certificate111…. Fitness – SRF30206
Exclusive Control Officer – BHP Billiton
Appointed Persons Certification..(SECT 44)
Accredited Safety and Health Representative
White Card ( 382885)
BUILDING and CONSTRUCTION:
Certificate IV…. Building and Construction (Domestic/Civil Registered Builder)
Plumbing - Backflow Prevention
EARTHMOVING:
Accredited -Licensed Basic Earthmoving
LB Front End Loaders/Backhoe
LE Excavators
LS Front End Loaders (Skid Steer Types)
PLUMBING: Liscenced Plumber since 1976..
Dealing with the Domestic/Civil Plumbing and Gas works.( LNG / NAT)
Licensed Welder: # AUSGDE5364
-Butt weld polyethylene plastic pipelines (PMBWELD301B)
_-Elecofusion weld polyethylene pipelines (PMBWELD302B)
Certificate11… Engineering Production (Air Conditioning)
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCYS :
TLIF 1807B – Operate Fire Fighting Equipment
RIIOHS204A – Work Safely at Heights
RIIOHS202A – Entry and work in Confined Spaces
Attendant / Entry Supervisor
Construction safety awareness training card
…EMPLOYMENT HISTORY….
2014- Present……( Contractual)
Co-Design Construction..
Melbourne Vic..
Position….. Work Health / HSE Advisor………Consultation on all civil / domestic works…Provide risk
assessments and JSAs as required.. Pre-starts,toolboxes,and all developing communications within
the company in regards to OHSE.
2013-2013
Employer: REL Resource Equipment Pty Ltd
Perth WA
Position: Work Health and Safety Advisor…..F.M.G. “Solomon Mine”
Job Functions: Provide support by conducting risk assessments and JSAs, as required. Conducted
toolbox talks and team meetings, with emphasis on developing communication and facilitating HSS
initiatives and topics as required.
Reviewing and reporting on all site incidents and near misses, insuring that they were classified and
investigated appropriately.
Daily Pre starts, inspections, organise various permits and the implementation/construction of safe work
method statements. Weekly and monthly reporting to line managers and various stakeholders
2013-2013. (Contractual)
EDWARDS MARINE SERVICES….
Sydney.. NSW..
CONSULTANCY – Maritime S.M.S.
JOB FUNCTIONS…Risk control identification.
SMS or Safety Management Plans taloired to specific class of vessel.
Construct and Instil framework for regular drills and training.
Organize a system for recognition and reporting Hazards, Assessing the
Hazard/ Risks and putting controls in place.
2011-2013 –
EMPLOYER: Decmil Australia
Perth WA -- B.H.P ….. Warrawandu./ Jimblebar Project
Position: Poly welder, Pipe fitter, Plumber/ Drainer…..
Work Health and Safety Representative / Advisor…
B.H.P ….. Warrawandu./ Jimblebar Project
Job functions: Construction of water treatment plants at both Warrawandu Camp and Jimblebar Hub.
Installation of EPCM and accommodation at Jimblebar camp, pipe fitting at treatment plants, Gas works
various poly welding duties across the Jimblebar Project.
OH & S Safety Advisor / Representative.
Leading Hand / Poly Welder.
2009 – 2011
EMPLOYER: Decmil Australia
Perth, WA --- F.M.G. Cloudbreak / Karratha
Position: Pipe fitter, Poly Welder, Plumber, Safety Representative.
F.M.G. Cloudbreak / Karratha
Job Functions: General plumbing to construction camps, Fabrication of poly pipe work, poly welding,
construction of water treatment plants, pipe fitting to pump skids, fire fighting systems gas pipe work
etc- Kandama Village. Safety Representation and Advising.
2006- 2014
EMPLOYER: Holmesglen college of TAFE
Melbourne
Position: HSE Consultant / Teacher
Job Function: Training of apprentices in general plumbing, consultancy and teaching of OHS
requirements……Called in on a consultancy basis for HSE programs and teaching…..
1986 – 2014 ( Contractual)
Employer: Co – Design Constructions:
Melbourne
Position: Qualified Plumber/ OHS Consultant, Project Manager
Job Function: Carrying out all forms of plumbing, managing site works, HSE Adviser and consultancy.
……REFEREES…..
Mr Jim Thompson
Project Co-ordinator at Fortescue Metal Group ( FMG/ LEIGHTONS)
(FMG) - SOLOMON MINE-
Telephone: 040*******
Mr Craig Basset.
Electrical Superintendent ..( LEIGHTONS / FMG)
SOLOMON MINE
Telephone….041*-***-***
Mr Ian Webster.
Project Co-Ordinator at Fortescue Metal Group ( FMG / LEIGHTONS)
(FMG)
Telephone: 045*-***-***
Mr James Wilson..
HSE Superintendent REL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT…( Perth )
Telephone…048*-***-***
Mr Neil Edwards ..
Director……Edwards Marine Services
CONTACT DETAILS... +61 (0) 2 9544 1494 A 58 Oleander Parade, Caringbah NSW 2229
Australia W www.edwardsmarine.com.au EDWARDS MARINE SERVICES PTY LTD.
Mr Chris Evans
Project Manager
Decmil Australia
Telephone 044*-***-***
Mr Matt Liedel
Supervisor
Decmil Australia
Telephone 041*-***-***
Mr. Mark Leopold
Head of Department –Plumbing and Construction- Holmesglen College of TAFE
Telephone 040*-***-***
Mr. Tony Halloran
Director
Co - Design Constructions
Telephone 041*-***-***
………PERSONAL
Mr Frank Quill ( O.B.E.)
President –Oceanic Pacific Boxing Federation..( OPBF)
Head of ratings Worldwide for W.B.C.
Telephone 03 8802 1273.