William (Jamie) Wilson
Redwood,Christchurch
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Lyttelton Port Company, excelling in workplace safety coordination and effective team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing productivity and quality control while training employees in operational procedures. Skilled in preventive equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards are consistently met.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Stevedore
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Inspected work area conditions for potential hazards or risks, checked tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during work time.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that work deadlines were met.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within safety and time constraints.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on material handling equipment per company safety standards.
- Loaded and unloaded containers from ships and trucks using a forklift.
- Managed hazardous materials in accordance with established guidelines.
- Transferred materials between loading docks, warehouses, storage yards, and vehicles.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by sealing packages securely before loading onto trucks.
- Followed proper procedures for storing items based on their fragility or temperature requirements.
- Provided assistance to other departments within the facility as needed.
- Assisted with unloading heavy freight by hand when necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize efficiency during peak times.
- Inspected cargo for damage, shortages, and overages.
- Communicated with supervisors and coworkers regarding any changes in work assignments or schedules.
- Reported any damaged items to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
Crane Operator
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Certified container driver with a national ticket.
- Assisted other workers in securing loads onto pallets for transport by forklift truck or overhead crane.
- Reported any mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately so they can be addressed promptly.
- Adjusted controls such as levers, pedals, throttles, brakes, switches and buttons to control crane movement or functions such as hoisting and lowering booms, slewing and traversing cranes on rails, swinging loads horizontally and vertically, extending outriggers, setting up jibs and activating auxiliary hoists.
- Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
- Monitored loads for stability during lifting operations.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations at all times while operating the crane.
- Worked closely with riggers to ensure proper load handling techniques were used during lifts.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
- Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
- Promoted worksite safety by identifying hazards and reporting or correcting immediately.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
Hatchmen
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Remaining alert at all times while on duty by being aware of surroundings.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards when performing lift operations.
- Identified potential hazards associated with the use of cranes or rigging components.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving cranes or other heavy equipment.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo with a crane.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating cranes.
Frontend Loader Driver
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
Ship Crane Operator
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Adjusted controls to regulate speed of hoist movement according to load weight and size requirements.
- Calculated total weights lifted accurately using mathematical formulas provided by supervisor.
- Reported any issues or malfunctions to supervisor immediately after noticing them while operating the machine safely.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on the gantry crane, including lubrication of moving parts.
- Maintained communication with other personnel involved in loading or unloading process via two-way radio.
- Operated the gantry crane in a safe manner, abiding by all safety protocols.
- Ensured that lifting accessories were used correctly for each job task at hand.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from ships using the gantry crane.
- Provided assistance to co-workers when needed in order to complete tasks efficiently.
- Troubleshot problems with mechanical components of the gantry crane when needed.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with co-workers operating transport vehicles and to direct movements from the floor.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
Trainer
Lyttelton Port Company
Lyttelton , Christchurch
11.2000 - Current
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Linwood High School
Christchurch, NZ12-1975
Skills
- Workplace safety coordination
- Effective team leadership
- Preventive equipment maintenance
- Efficient load management
- Skilled in resolving conflicts
- Quality control
- Employee training
Timeline
Foreman Stevedore
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
Crane Operator
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
Hatchmen
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
Frontend Loader Driver
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
Ship Crane Operator
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
Trainer
Lyttelton Port Company
11.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Linwood High School
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