Darren Coombe
Senior Production Operator.
38 Whakawhiti Street, Marfel, New Plymouth.,NZ
Summary
Skilled Production Operator with a 8 years background in the Oil and Gas Sector. I possess strong communication and teamwork skills, and I can be relied upon to manage work tasks safely and within specified time frames. I am also keen to advance my skills and knowledge and take on more senior roles of responsibility.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Production Operator / Senior Operator / Shift Supervisor
Cranrock Oilfield Services
New Plymouth, New Zealand
01.2016 - Current
- Worked with supervisor to coordinate workflow and updated daily production team accordingly.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections or report complex problems.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills through positive interactions with site managers, outside contractors and junior on-site staff.
- Experienced with plant start-up and shut down, process plant monitoring, wellhead surveillance and well testing.
- Demonstrated strong capacity for team building by leading site preparation team to complete mission-critical projects on time or ahead of schedule.
- Actively participated in team projects and met critical deadlines.
- Instructed team members on safety protocols and monitored workers' adherence to such measures.
Trades Assistant / Welder and Fitter
Rivet
New Plymouth, TKI
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Liaised with vendors to order and maintain inventory of office supplies and to obtain most cost-effective pricing.
- Participated in program and construction planning and kept leaders abreast of progress, problems and building project needs.
- Assisted in receipt and inventory of material, tools and equipment.
- Set standards and modeled appropriate behavior and methods for addressing problems at construction site.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines and schedules.
- Performed maintenance and minor repairs to various machines under supervision.
- Assisted skilled tradesmen to complete projects.
- Experienced in using and maintaining specialized tools and equipment associated with trades.
Trades Assistant / Welder and Fitter
RCR Energy
New Plymouth, TKI
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Liaised with vendors to order and maintain inventory of office supplies and to obtain most cost-effective pricing.
- Participated in program and construction planning and kept leaders abreast of progress, problems and building project needs.
- Assisted in receipt and inventory of material, tools and equipment.
- Set standards and modeled appropriate behavior and methods for addressing problems at construction site.
- Performed maintenance and minor repairs to various machines under supervision.
- Assisted skilled tradesmen to complete projects.
- Reinforced constructions techniques and proper use of hand tools, power tools and equipment to encourage worksite safety.
- Experienced in using and maintaining specialized tools and equipment associated with trades.
- Performed moderately difficult repair and preventive maintenance tasks using expertise acquired through specialized training.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
Origin Energy
- Kupe Production Station 2014
- Work placement during study
Balance Agri Nutrients, Kapuni Ammonia
01.2014
- Work placement during study
Kitchen Manager / OSH Health and Safety Advisor / Weapons and Training Instructor
Trentham Military Camp
Wellington
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Followed standardized recipes set by Chef for production of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Education
ENCHEM Level 4 - Energy Sector
Primary ITO
New Zealand 01.2014 - 10.2021
National Certificate Business Management and Employment Relations - undefined
The Learning State, Defence Force
Diploma - Culinary Arts
The Learning, Zealand Defence Force
Coordinated Incident Management System. (CIMS) - Safety Systems
Safety N Action
New Zealand 07.2022 - 07.2022
Skills
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Timeline
Coordinated Incident Management System. (CIMS) - Safety Systems
Safety N Action
07.2022 - 07.2022
Production Operator / Senior Operator / Shift Supervisor
Cranrock Oilfield Services
01.2016 - Current
Trades Assistant / Welder and Fitter
Rivet
01.2015 - 01.2016
ENCHEM Level 4 - Energy Sector
Primary ITO
01.2014 - 10.2021
Trades Assistant / Welder and Fitter
RCR Energy
01.2014 - 01.2015
Balance Agri Nutrients, Kapuni Ammonia
01.2014
Kitchen Manager / OSH Health and Safety Advisor / Weapons and Training Instructor
Trentham Military Camp
01.2004 - 01.2008
Origin Energy
National Certificate Business Management and Employment Relations - undefined
The Learning State, Defence Force
Diploma - Culinary Arts
The Learning, Zealand Defence Force
Hobbies
Surfing
Golf
Referees
Al Read
GWA Operations Technician
Woodside Energy Ltd
Goodwyn ‘A’
Australia
+61 4 981 42836 (Australia)
+64 27 239 0677 (New Zealand)
al.read@woodside.com.au
Chad McKenzie
Senior Operator Technician.
Cranrock Oil Field Services.
+64 27 844 0435
chad.mckenzie@hotmail.co.nz
Devin Williams
Operator Technician.
Horizon Energy.
+64 20 402 86402
devrhyswilz@gmail.com
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