Michael McDonnell
Thornlands
Summary
Reliable early-career digger operator with experience across civil and housing development sites. Experienced in trenching, site cuts, backfilling, and water, sewer, and stormwater mains installation. Known for safe work habits, equipment checks, and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Digger Operator/Pipe Layer
LED Plant and Civil
Brisbane and Outer regions
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Contributed to construction projects at Warner 4500 and Logan Reserve 4133, supporting timely project delivery.
- Operated digger for trenching and excavation across plant and civil sites.
- Supported installation of sewer, storm, and water mains in housing developments, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Assisted ground crews with trench setup and backfilling work.
- Communicated with supervisors and spotters during excavation movements.
- Calculated material needs based on size and depth requirements for each project.
- Executed minor maintenance on equipment, including checking fluid levels and greasing parts, to ensure operational reliability.
- Maintained clean cab, tools, and worksite conditions after operations.
Digger Operator
Windsor Earth Moving
Brisbane Salisbury , Australia
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated digger equipment to execute excavation work at Windsor Earth Moving site.
- Dug trenches, foundations, and site cuts to project specifications.
- Moved soil, rubble, and materials to support ongoing operations across active earthmoving sites.
- Inspected digger controls, fluids, and safety systems before daily use.
- Utilized ground signals to coordinate movements and maintain safety protocols and instructions during machine operation.
- Maintained safe work zones around digger and nearby crews.
- Assisted earthmoving team with loading, positioning, and preparing sites for efficient project execution.
Digger Operator/ pipe layer
Aqua Pipelaying
Townsville 4816 RavensWood Gold Mine
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated digger for excavation and trenching tasks, ensuring accurate site preparation for Aqua Pipelaying.
- Assisted pipe laying crews with excavation support.
- Supported the electrofusion process of large water pipes on site, contributing to effective installation.
- installed water pipes to carry water from reservoirs to gold facilities
- Regularly updated supervisor on task progress and identified issues during machinery operation for timely resolution.
Digger Operator/Pipe Layer
Aqua Pipe Laying
Rockhampton 4705 Clarke Creek Wind Farm
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Excavated trenches and pits according to site plans and instructions to facilitate project execution.
- Loaded and shifted soil, spoil, and materials using heavy machinery at aqua sites to support ongoing construction activities.
- Conducted pre-start inspections on digger equipment and performed daily controls to ensure operational readiness.
- Followed safety procedures, exclusion zones, and spotter directions.
Education
Junior Certificate -
Errigal College
Letterkenny Co.Donegal01-2023
Skills
- Excavation operations
- Trenching works
- Pipe installation
- Plant operation
- Pre-start inspections
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- GPS navigation
Certification
- Digger ticket
- Dozer ticket
- Dumper ticket
- Pozzy track ticket
- Telly handler ticket
- Roller ticket
Timeline
Digger Operator/Pipe Layer
LED Plant and Civil
11.2025 - 03.2026
Digger Operator
Windsor Earth Moving
08.2025 - 11.2025
Digger Operator/ pipe layer
Aqua Pipelaying
07.2025 - 08.2025
Digger Operator/Pipe Layer
Aqua Pipe Laying
06.2025 - 07.2025
Junior Certificate -
Errigal College