Adam Morse
Kurunjang,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Bricklayer/Supervisor with a proven track record at Oakwood Bricklaying, excelling in project management and staff leadership. Mastered brick cutting and scaffolding setup, significantly enhancing project efficiency and safety. Known for meticulous craftsmanship and strategic planning, consistently delivering top-quality structures while mentoring teams towards excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bricklayer/ Supervisor
Oakwood Bricklaying
Melbourne, VIC
06.2014 - Current
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
- Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
- Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
- Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence through consistent adherence to high standards of workmanship and ethical conduct.
- Reduced construction costs by accurately estimating material requirements and minimizing waste.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
- Established long-lasting structures using appropriate mortar mixes depending on the specific type of bricks being used.
- Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
- Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
- Achieved tight deadlines without compromising quality by effectively managing time and resources on the job site.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
- Strengthened team cohesion through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback during collaborative projects.
- Assisted in training new hires to ensure consistency in quality craftsmanship across all company projects.
Education
Certificate III - Retail Operations
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VICCertificate III - Brick/blocklaying
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC06.2011
Skills
- Brick Cutting
- Scaffolding Setup
- Site preparation
- Concrete mixing
- Hand-tool proficiency
- OSHA safety standards
- Brick restoration
- Mortar preparation
- Block Laying
- Wall construction
- Retaining wall building
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Brick veneer application
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Management
- Goal-Oriented
- Employee Motivation
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
Timeline
Bricklayer/ Supervisor
Oakwood Bricklaying
06.2014 - Current
Certificate III - Retail Operations
Kangan Institute
Certificate III - Brick/blocklaying
Kangan Institute