Brendon Theobald
Matipo Heights,Rotorua
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in equipment operation and machine maintenance. Proven track record in problem-solving and maintaining safety compliance. Committed to leveraging technical expertise to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
R N L Pumice quarry
, Rotorua
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for production processes.
- Operated machinery to extract pumice from quarry efficiently.
Operations Manager
Hi Trak Contracting ltd
, Rotorua
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Managed daily operations to ensure project timelines were met efficiently.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and best practices.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Connected with clients and developed strategies to achieve sales and customer service goals.
Crushing and Screening rep
Porter group ltd
, Rotorua
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed customer inquiries and provided information on products and services.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Provided customer service by answering product and service related questions.
- Established relationships with existing customers to promote new product or service opportunities.
Quarry Manager
Rotorua Quarry
, Rotorua
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed daily operations of quarry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance and scheduling to maximize operational efficiency.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and operational issues.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance for equipment used in the quarrying process.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing quarry operations.
- Managed daily operations of the quarry, including safety and production.
Machine Operator
Fulton Hogan
, Te Puke
03.2011 - 05.2014
- Operated various quarry machinery and plant equipment efficiently.
- Ensured strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to maintain operational standards.
Quarry Manager
Rotorua Quarry
, Rotorua
05.2009 - 03.2011
- Managed daily operations of quarry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and operational issues.
- Used equipment to move materials, complete welds, and check product quality.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance for equipment used in the quarrying process.
Quarry Manager
Central Group
, Rotorua
05.2007 - 03.2009
- Managed daily operations of quarry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance and scheduling to maximize operational efficiency.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and operational issues.
- Used equipment to move materials, complete welds, and check product quality.
- Monitored air quality at the quarry site to make sure it met environmental standards.
- Organized workers into teams to maximize efficiency in areas such as drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, crushing, screening.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss performance issues or changes in operational procedures.
Quarry Manager
Stancorp Quarries
, Rotorua
05.1987 - 05.2007
- Started my Quarry career here
- Machine Operator /Foreman (1987-2002)
- Manager(2002-2007)
- Managed daily operations of quarry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and operational issues.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for raw materials needed for production.
- Reviewed bids from contractors who provided services related to quarry operations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
Timber Machinist
Carter Holt
, Rotorua
02.1984 - 05.1987
- Operated timber milling machines to cut and shape wood products.
- Adjusted machine settings for different timber sizes and types.
- Shape timber into specific shapes using hand tools or power tools such as chisels, planes and electric drills.
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Material handling
- Operations management
Timeline
Machine Operator
R N L Pumice quarry
01.2024 - 08.2025
Operations Manager
Hi Trak Contracting ltd
07.2018 - 12.2023
Crushing and Screening rep
Porter group ltd
06.2015 - 06.2018
Quarry Manager
Rotorua Quarry
05.2014 - 06.2015
Machine Operator
Fulton Hogan
03.2011 - 05.2014
Quarry Manager
Rotorua Quarry
05.2009 - 03.2011
Quarry Manager
Central Group
05.2007 - 03.2009
Quarry Manager
Stancorp Quarries
05.1987 - 05.2007
Timber Machinist
Carter Holt
02.1984 - 05.1987
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