Reuben Caughey
Southland,Gore
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as a Dredge Operator at Hawkeswood Mining. Proven ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high safety standards. Skilled in diesel mechanics and preventive maintenance, complemented by excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Committed to achieving operational excellence and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dredge Operator
Hawkeswood Mining
Otago, Millers Flat
10.2024 - Current
- Loading Dredge with ZX890, digging pay material from pond.
- Maintained and serviced appropriate generators, waterpumps, shaker screens, general equipment on the Dredge.
- Conducted routine gold wash-ups, start up, shut down of Dredge.
- Experience driving Komatsu HD785 haul trucks to assist earth works crew.
Diesel Mechanic
Southland Farm Machinary
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Based out of a service ute, capable of working unsupervised and efficiently.
Relining Technician
XP Relines
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- I worked on mine sites all over the world, including, but not limited to, Australia, Egypt, and Mexico.
- Helped me work through language barriers, long hours on remote sites, and working with multiple, different shut contractors to achieve a common goal.
Enlisted Soldier
NZ Defence Force
08.2017 - 02.2022
- Worked as part of small professional teams to achieve a common goal.
- Deployed to Iraq November 2019 - April 2020, as part of a security force protecting our team trainers helping to build and improve the Iraq National Army.
- Operate and maintain military equipment, including weapons, radios and vehicles.
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (heavy) -
Southern Insistute of Technology
01-2016
NCEA Level 3
Gore High School
01-2015
Skills
- Excellent time management
- Self motivation
- Great communication and interpersonal skills to work well in a team environment
- Preforms well under pressure, ensuring a high level of work and integrity is always upkept
- Awareness and interest in Health and Safety
- Current White Card, Working at Heights, Confined Space and Gas Testing tickets
References
- Craig Barker, Managing Director XP Relines - 021 135 6030 / craig@xprelines.com
- Kalib Pittman, NZ Defence Force - 027 363 9106 / kalibpittman90@gmail.com
- James Coyle, Southland Farm Machinery - 027 427 7205 / james@ngaheresawmill.co.nz
- Travis Allison, Mine Manager, Hawkeswood Mining - 027 248 0192 / earthworks@hawkeswood.co.nz
Timeline
Dredge Operator
Hawkeswood Mining
10.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Southland Farm Machinary
12.2023 - 10.2024
Relining Technician
XP Relines
02.2022 - 12.2023
Enlisted Soldier
NZ Defence Force
08.2017 - 02.2022
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (heavy) -
Southern Insistute of Technology
NCEA Level 3
Gore High School
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