Justin Davies

Justin Davies

Refinery Operator Level Five (Authorised isolator and Permit writer) Emergency Response Captain V Cr

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Research Facility Manager at Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Queensland)

  • Education

    • De La Salle, Malvern, Victoria

      1978 - 1986
  • Experience

    • Rio Tinto Alcan

      Sept 2006 - Apr 2009
      Refinery Operator Level Five (Authorised isolator and Permit writer) Emergency Response Captain V Cr

      Commenced work at Rio Tinto Alcans Alumina refinery at Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula in North Eastern Arnhemland on the 22nd of September 2006. My duties included the day to day running requirements of the digestion section of the refinery. This includes the Grinding Mills, Mill Slurry Heating,High and Low temperature Digesters, Flash vessels, Jacketed Pipe Unit, Live steam liquor heaters and Recuperative Liquor Heaters, Blow off and Relief vessels and the assorted pumps connected with them. I was responsible for the safe lock out of equipment so they can be worked on externally and internally and I issue permits for all works including hot work, confined space and working at heights. I also work closely with new operators assisting them with their training.I was heavily involved with the Commissioning of the High Temperature Digestion Unit and Jacketed Pipe Unit, working with a team of operators to write all the Work Instructions and lock out lists required to commission, as well as being involved in the cold water, hot water and liquor runs and bringing on mud to the unit.I was also the V-Crew Emergency Response Team Captain. My duties include turning out and investigating all fire alarms during the V-Crew shift, managing my team of twelve ERT members during any incidents on site as required. Training involved in this role include First aid (I have my Occupational First Aid Cert), Rope rescue, Confined Space Rescue, Structural Fire Fighting, Breathing Apparatus operation and the use of chemical suits. Show less

    • Agrium Landmark-Australia

      Nov 2009 - Nov 2013
      Horticultural Agronomist

      Landmark Pty LtdSales Agronomist/HorticulturalistServicing farmers of the Granite Belt region with agronomic/horticultural services which include:- Soil testing; Sap/tissue testing; Advice on pest and disease identification and management; Advice on fertiliser requirements for established and annual crops; Sales and service; and Assisting with the day to day running of the rural retail store.Crops covered include Tomato, Capsicum, Cucurbits, Brassica’s Pome and Stone Fruit, Lettuce, Beans, Melons, Strawberry, Vegetable Seedlings, Wine and Table Grapes. Turf crops and Pasture improvement were also covered. Show less

    • BGA AGRISERVICES LTD

      Mar 2014 - Oct 2015
      Horticultural Agronomist

      Servicing farmers of the Wide Bay region with agronomic/horticultural services which include:- Soil testing; Sap/tissue testing; Advice on pest and disease identification and management; Advice on fertiliser requirements for established and annual crops; Sales and service; and Assisting with the day to day running of the rural retail store.Crops covered include Sweet Potato, Tomato, Cherry Tomato, Capsicum, Cucurbits, Avocado, Macadamia, Snow Pea, Pineapple, Strawberry, Vegetable Seedlings, Sugar Cane, Sorghum, Sunflower, Maize parent seed. Turf crops and Pasture improvement were also covered. Show less

    • E.E. Muir & Sons Pty Ltd

      Oct 2015 - Jul 2016
      Senior Horticultural Agronomist

      EE Muir&SonsSenior Horticultural AgronomistServicing farmers of the Wide Bay region with agronomic/horticultural services which include:- Soil testing; Sap/tissue testing; Advice on pest and disease identification and management; Advice on fertiliser requirements for established and annual crops; Sales and service; and Assisting with the day to day running of the rural retail store.Crops covered include Citrus, Sweet Potato, Tomato, Cherry Tomato, Capsicum, Cucurbits, Avocado, Macadamia, Pineapple, Strawberry, Vegetable Seedlings, Sugar Cane, Sorghum. Show less

    • S.J.B.Ag-Nutri PTY LTD

      Aug 2016 - Jan 2018
      Area Agronomist Queensland

      Servicing farmers of the Queensland with agronomic/horticultural nutritional advice on crops which include Tree crops, Vegetables, Berries, Broad acre/Row crops. Advice on pest and disease identification and management.

    • Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (Queensland)

      Jan 2018 - now
      Research Facility Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Diploma in Horticulture