John Mccausland
Rockingham
Summary
Dynamic Rail Traffic Controller with proven expertise in route planning and incident investigation at First Nations Traffic Management. Demonstrated adaptability and excellent communication skills while optimizing train movements, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring safety compliance. Committed to teamwork and maintaining high safety standards in fast-paced environments.
Attentive Traffic Coordinator with clear organizational sense and to monitor and anticipate incoming and outgoing Type materials and resources. Diligent reporter of resource and material movement to company leadership. Creative problem solver finding unprecedented solutions to organizational deficiencies.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rail Traffic Controller
First Nations Traffic Management
- Coordinated train movements to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Monitored rail traffic systems for operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Communicated with train crews and dispatchers to resolve scheduling conflicts.
- Analyzed real-time data to optimize train routing and resource allocation.
Utility Worker
BHP
2025 - Current
- Operated dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in food preparation by washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients efficiently.
- Maintained stocked supplies in kitchen areas, ensuring availability for meal service.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
Casual Labourer
Hays Recruitment
2023 - Current
- Operated hand tools and machinery to complete various labor tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials to support project timelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to effectively execute daily operational tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risk during hazardous activities.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
Sous Chef
Newbourgh Pub
2019 - 2020
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to facilitate smooth communication during peak hours.
- Developed and standardized recipes to ensure consistency across all dishes served daily.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Coached culinary staff to manage various prep tasks effectively in demanding environments.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
Head Chef
Mary River Retreat
2012 - 2015
- Implemented health and safety protocols to uphold a secure kitchen.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to minimize costs and prevent shortages.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients while negotiating favorable terms.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Apprentice Chef
La Porchetta
2002 - 2005
- Assisted in food preparation and cooking processes under supervision of head chef.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Learned and applied food safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Supported team during high-volume service periods, enhancing kitchen efficiency.
- Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new menu items as they were introduced into the rotation.
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Participated in training sessions to improve culinary skills and techniques consistently.
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Contributed to a supportive team atmosphere by assisting fellow team members during peak service hours when needed.
- Performed other tasks as assigned by sous chef or chef
- Acquired knowledge of diverse cooking methods including grilling, baking, frying, sautéing and steaming to produce high-quality dishes efficiently.
- Operated commercial cooking and baking equipment in support of head chef.
- Displayed strong attention to detail by consistently plating dishes according to established specifications in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
Kitchen Utility Worker
Sodexo Remote Sites
2023 - 2023
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve efficiency.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces, equipment, and utensils to maintain hygiene standards.
- Supported waste management efforts by properly disposing of food
- Increased overall kitchen cleanliness, focusing on deep-cleaning tasks such as scrubbing floors, walls, and equipment surfaces regularly.
- Streamlined dishwashing process, utilizing time-management skills to prioritize daily responsibilities effectively.
- Assisted in training new staff members on best practices related to cleaning procedures, teamwork, and overall efficiency.
- Delivered excellent customer service by promptly addressing concerns or special requests from diners.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between meal services by efficiently setting up stations according to established guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive work environment, fostering strong relationships with team members and supervisors alike.
- Supported continuous workflow in the kitchen, assisting chefs with ingredient preparation as needed.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels through regular assessment of supplies and effective communication with management.
- Elevated culinary presentation standards by ensuring that plates were arranged beautifully before being served to guests.
Skills
- Timetable adherence
- Incident investigation
- Route planning
- Train traffic management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety protocols
- Safety standards
Certification
C class driver’s license
White card
Traffic control course
Traffic control management
Railway industry card
Certificate 2 in hospitality
Certificate 3 in hospitality
Working within the railway corridor -certificate 2 railway infrastructure
Timeline
Rail Traffic Controller
First Nations Traffic Management
Utility Worker
BHP
2025 - Current
Casual Labourer
Hays Recruitment
2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Newbourgh Pub
2019 - 2020
Head Chef
Mary River Retreat
2012 - 2015
Apprentice Chef
La Porchetta
2002 - 2005
Kitchen Utility Worker
Sodexo Remote Sites
2023 - 2023