Darin Pettigrew
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Experienced and accomplished earthwork construction professional with over 20 years in the industry. Demonstrated progression from laborer to equipment operator, culminating in a supervisory role for the last decade. Expertise includes high volume earth moving, material placement and handling, and crew leadership.
Experience in all areas of earth work construction led to a successful transition into the mining industry. Rapidly advanced to supervisory role through demonstrated leadership and technical skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Shiftboss/Ore Plant Supervisor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Nhwelmen Construction
Kamloops, British Columbia
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Supervised and monitored mining operations to ensure safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated daily activities of miners to ensure timely completion of work assignments.
- Ensured that all staff adhered to company policies and procedures related to health and safety regulations.
- Investigated accidents or incidents involving machinery or personnel in the mine site area.
- Identified risks associated with mining operations and took necessary steps for prevention or mitigation purposes.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Supervised employees and day-to-day processes of plant.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
General Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodland Golf ltd
Kamloops, British Columbia
03.1999 - 08.2020
- Ensured safety protocols were followed and maintained by all personnel on site.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented job plans for construction projects.
- Monitored project progress to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of tasks.
- Directed the activities of subcontractors to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to contract specifications.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to plan layout of projects.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction including scheduling personnel and supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with engineers and architects on design modifications when necessary.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Coordinated materials procurement with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.`
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
Education
Ministry of Energy And Mining
Work Safe BC
Skills
- Open pit mining
- Construction safety
- Job Planning
- Site preparation
- Crew Supervision
- Blueprint Reading
- Advanced first aid
- Surface mining rescue
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Aggregate processing equipment operation
- Scheduling and Planning
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Employee Training
- Subcontractor Management
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Shiftboss/Ore Plant Supervisor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Nhwelmen Construction
09.2020 - 05.2024
General Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodland Golf ltd
03.1999 - 08.2020
Ministry of Energy And Mining
Work Safe BC