David Ashby

Achieved consistent success throughout an enduring career with The Plant People LTD that has lasted to this day.

Started my business as a supplier to Downers then became a supplier to Civil+Build HEBS NZStrong and TDM Civil all located in Auckland

• Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
• Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
• Assisted in site preparation tasks, including clearing debris and vegetation, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
• Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
• Supported construction projects by efficiently loading trucks with excavated materials for proper disposal or reuse.
• Demonstrated precision in trench digging for utility installations, minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
• Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing minor mechanical issues with the excavator.
• Enhanced worksite safety by performing daily equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
• Improved overall job satisfaction among crew members by consistently displaying a strong work ethic, professionalism, and dedication to teamwork.
• Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
• Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.

• Directed daily civil operations for gas gathering facility installations, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
• Implemented workflow improvements to maximize team productivity.

• Complied with company and Health & Safety rules and regulations.
• Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
• Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production
• Operating Excavators Bulldozers Graders Scrapers Articulated and rigid dump trucks and Water carts
• Clearing ROW and trenching bell holes for installation of pipeline
• Facilitated restoration of ROW infrastructure.