CALLUM ROBERT BUSBY
Hexham, Humshaugh
Summary
Practical and hardworking operator with extensive experience working with production machinery and maintaining high safety standards. Confident carrying out routine checks, fault identification, and ensuring equipment runs efficiently. Used to working physically demanding environments and as part of a team. Keen to transition into a machine operator role, bringing transferrable technical skills, strong work ethic, and a genuine interest in outdoor and land-based work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LOG YARD & QUALITY STATION OPERATIVE
Egger
Hexham
12.2025 - Current
- Oversee all incoming wood-based materials at the Hexham site to ensure that they meet the agreed company quality standards and laid down purchasing specifications.
- Overate the computerised weighbridge system (SAP) with regard to the receipt of wood fibre raw materials in accordance with the procedures set out in the dry fibre system.
- Assist with on-site security control measures, and ensure emergency procedures and actions are maintained.
- Participate in the compilation of detailed weekly, monthly, and annual facts and figures as required with regard to moisture content, sieve analysis, and bench testing. on behalf of the Wood Purchasing Department.
- Be aware of and comply with the safety precautions as detailed in the Health and Safety procedures and ensure that the safety equipment is in good order and used when necessary.
- Ensure that the operation and related tasks are conducted in a safe working manner and that any incidents/accidents and hazards are duly reported.
- Demonstrate professional competence and development by keeping skills up to date and attending any training courses deemed necessary.
Qaulity station operative
Egger
Hexham
12.2025 - Current
- Oversee all incoming wood based materials to ensure that they meet the agreed company qaulity standard and laid down purchasing specifications.
- Where necessary, operarate the computerised weighbridge system (SAP) with regard to the receipt of wood fibre raw materials in accordance with the procedures set out in the dry fibre system.
- Assist with on-site security control measures and ensure emergency procudures and actions are maintained.
- Where necessary be able to liaise with other departments at all levels, and communicate quality issues to wood purchasing managers and suppliers.
- Be aware of, and comply with safety precautions as detailed in the health and safety procedures and to ensure that safety equipment is in good order and used when necessary.
PROCESS OPERATOR
Egger
Hexham
05.2022 - 12.2025
- Operate as a key member of the impregnation team, managing line operations, overseeing inspection processes, monitoring resin levels, and performing quality control checks to ensure adherence to production standards and specifications.
- Verify incoming stock against delivery notes to ensure accuracy, unload delivery wagons, scan rolls into the inventory management system, and carry out stock rotations to support effective inventory control and warehouse efficiency.
- Follow established health and safety guidelines, including lockout/tag out procedures, correct use of PPE, and pre-operational vehicle inspections, to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
MULTI-SKILLED PRODUCTION OPERATIVE
Bespoke Concrete Ltd
Prudhoe
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Work flexibly across wet-cast, finishing, and dispatch teams, adapting to various roles as needed to support production and workflow continuity.
- Operate a variety of equipment, including forklift trucks, overhead cranes, concrete mixers, and various power tools such as polishers, grinders, and drills.
- Manufacture concrete products to client specifications, ensuring accurate size, colour, and surface finish to meet quality and project requirements.
- Respond to on-site repair needs for products damaged during delivery or installation, carrying out corrective work while adhering to all required PPE, and site safety protocols.
JOINER
AR & JA Brown
Hexham
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Attend college to obtain qualifications in Carpentry and Joinery, developing practical skills and hands-on experience applicable to real-world construction and manufacturing environments.
- Installation, maintenance, and inspection of doors to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, verifying that all hardware is properly installed, free from defects, and functioning correctly.
- Address and repair any joinery-related damage on-site, ensuring timely and high-quality workmanship to maintain standards and client satisfaction.
- Attend weekly project meetings to coordinate upcoming work, ensuring all team members clearly understand project scope, timeframes, and budget requirements.
WOOD MACHINIST
Erwin Hymer Group
Consett
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Operate woodworking machinery including edge banders, band saws, crosscut saws, and CNC machines to manufacture high-quality components for the interiors of motorhomes and caravans.
- Achieve weekly production targets for manufactured parts by ensuring consistent workflow, precision, and adherence to quality standards.
- Conduct routine maintenance on machinery, ensuring all safety features – including emergency stop buttons – are fully operational, and that components such as chains, belts, and rollers are inspected and maintained in good working condition.
- Report equipment or product defects to supervisors or management when issues exceed operator control, ensuring timely resolution and minimising production downtime.
APPRENTICE SAMPLES OPERATIVE
Bespoke Concrete Ltd
Prudhoe
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Picked, finished, and packed concrete samples according to customers' specifications, ensuring high-quality presentation to support sales efforts and secure future project opportunities.
- Follow and comply with all company health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe, secure workplace.
- Completed college coursework to earn a manufacturing qualification, developing industry-relevant technical, and practical skills.
Education
LEVEL 1 & 2 CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMAS - CARPENTRY AND JOINERY
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS IN MATHS & ENGLISH - LEVEL 1 -
Newcastle College
BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA - ENGINEERING
Gateshead College
Skills
- Process monitoring and control
- Quality control and assurance
- Troubleshooting and fault-finding
- Routine machine maintenance
- Defect identification and reporting
- Workflow coordination
- Time management
- Problem solving
Certification
- CSCS CARD (CONSTRUCTION SKILLS CERTIFICATION SCHEME)
- MANUAL HANDLING
- FORKLIFT TRUCK LICENSE
- CLEAN DRIVING LICENSE (8 YEARS +)
Timeline
LOG YARD & QUALITY STATION OPERATIVE
Egger
12.2025 - Current
Qaulity station operative
Egger
12.2025 - Current
PROCESS OPERATOR
Egger
05.2022 - 12.2025
MULTI-SKILLED PRODUCTION OPERATIVE
Bespoke Concrete Ltd
02.2021 - 05.2022
JOINER
AR & JA Brown
08.2018 - 02.2021
WOOD MACHINIST
Erwin Hymer Group
01.2017 - 08.2018
APPRENTICE SAMPLES OPERATIVE
Bespoke Concrete Ltd
06.2015 - 01.2017
LEVEL 1 & 2 CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMAS - CARPENTRY AND JOINERY
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS IN MATHS & ENGLISH - LEVEL 1 -
Newcastle College
BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA - ENGINEERING
Gateshead College