Liam McKee
Perth,WA
Summary
FIFO Mobile Plant Operator with experience operating CAT dozers, articulated dump trucks, wheel loaders, scrapers and watercarts in mining and civil environments. Strong mechanical background gained through a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, with experience in preventative maintenance, inspections, fault finding and workshop operations. Safety focused, reliable and eager to continue developing into an all-round operator within the mining industry. Based in Perth and available for immediate mobilisation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FIFO Mobile Plant Operator
A2D Mining & Civil
Murrin Murrin, WA
02.2026 - Current
- Operate CAT D8T and D6T dozers in mining and civil applications.
- Operate Bell B50E articulated dump truck.
- Operate John Deere 624J wheel loader.
- Operate Case IH Steiger 600HD scraper.
- Conduct daily pre-start inspections and machine checks.
- Maintain compliance with site safety procedures and mine standards.
- Communicate effectively using site radio protocols.
- Report defects and hazards promptly.
- Work safely within production and civil earthworks environments.
- Maintain housekeeping and operational readiness of equipment.
Mechanical Engineer Apprentice (3rd Year)
Modern Transport Engineers
Hamilton, New Zealand
02.2023 - 01.2026
- Performed mechanical fitting and assembly work.
- Assisted with engine assembly, maintenance and testing.
- Conducted wheel alignments and vehicle servicing.
- Hydraulic hose manufacturing, testing and installation.
- Valve, ram and power pack fitment.
- Grease system fitment and maintenance.
- Used workshop machinery and power tools safely.
- Completed preventative maintenance activities.
- Worked to strict safety and quality standards.
- Assisted with fault finding and mechanical repairs.
Operator / Truck Driver
Graham Contractors
Hamilton, New Zealand
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated LR trucks in civil construction environments.
- Transported aggregates, soil and equipment to site.
- Conducted daily pre-start inspections.
- Worked around excavators, loaders and rollers.
- Followed site safety procedures and SWMS.
- Performed basic vehicle maintenance checks.
- Coordinated with spotters and supervisors during site movements.
- Maintained effective radio communications.
Education
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 - Merit Endorsement
Hamilton Boys’ High School
New ZealandSkills
- Mobile Plant Operations
- CAT D8T Dozer
- CAT D6T LPG Dozer
- Bell B50E Articulated Dump Truck
- John Deere 624J Wheel Loader
- Case IH Steiger 600HD Scraper
- Watercart Operations
- Mining & Civil
- Daily Pre-Starts
- Risk Assessments
- Hazard Identification
- Radio Communications
- Isolation Procedures
- Working Around Heavy Equipment
- High-Risk Work Environments
- Mechanical
- Mechanical Fitting
- Hydraulic Hose & Valve Fitment
- Fault Finding
- Preventative Maintenance
- Wheel Alignments
- Power Tools
- Workshop Equipment
Certification
- Full NZ Driver Licence
- Australian Class C Licence
- Forklift Licence
- WA White Card
- Australian First Aid Certificate
Timeline
FIFO Mobile Plant Operator
A2D Mining & Civil
02.2026 - Current
Mechanical Engineer Apprentice (3rd Year)
Modern Transport Engineers
02.2023 - 01.2026
Operator / Truck Driver
Graham Contractors
02.2022 - 02.2023
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 - Merit Endorsement
Hamilton Boys’ High School