Adam McDonald
North Macksville ,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Carpenter Leading Hand with extensive experience at TR Building, specializing in team leadership and quality assurance. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining safe, organized workspaces. Proficient in carpentry and woodworking, consistently delivering high-quality projects on schedule while promoting effective team communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Leading Hand
TR Building
Bellingen , NSW
06.2024 - Current
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for procuring necessary materials.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team.
Carpenter/Carpenter Apprentice
Salt Building Co.
Valla Beach , NSW
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Apprentice Carpenter
Hammil Build Group
Raleigh , Nsw
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Assess and repair structural damage caused by events like storms, floods, fire, or accidents.
- Perform demolition, reconstruction, and general carpentry work on residential and commercial properties.
- Follow building codes, safety regulations, and insurance standards during all repair works.
- Provide detailed reports, photographs, and documentation for insurance claims.
- Handle emergency make-safes to protect properties immediately after damage occurs.
Labourer
Steve Squires (carpenter)
Macksille , Nsw
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following instructions.
Sawyer
various sawmills
Mid North Coast , Nsw
06.2018 - 04.2021
- Operated a saw to cut logs into lumber of specified dimensions.
- Inspected stock to identify imperfections, assign grades and determine issues with production.
- Examined lumber to plan optimal cut patterns.
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
- Stacked lumber in an orderly manner after cutting process was completed.
Apprentice Carpenter
Dozcon
Canberra, ACT
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
- Ensured that all tools were stored properly after use.
- Measured distances accurately using measuring tapes, squares and levels.
- Cut materials with power saws or routers following measurements and templates.
- Assisted master carpenters with installations for residential and commercial customers.
Education
Certificate IV Building & Construction -
HIA
NSW03-2025
Certificate III Carpentry -
TAFE NSW
NSW02-2024
Skills
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Equipment operation
- Effective communication
- Painting and staining
- Roofing Skills
- Painting and finishing
- Deck building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Carpentry and woodworking
Timeline
Carpenter Leading Hand
TR Building
06.2024 - Current
Carpenter/Carpenter Apprentice
Salt Building Co.
02.2022 - 06.2024
Labourer
Steve Squires (carpenter)
05.2021 - 08.2021
Apprentice Carpenter
Hammil Build Group
08.2020 - 12.2021
Sawyer
various sawmills
06.2018 - 04.2021
Apprentice Carpenter
Dozcon
12.2017 - 06.2018
Certificate IV Building & Construction -
HIA
Certificate III Carpentry -
TAFE NSW
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