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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Extracurricular Activities
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Adrian Kovacic

84a Ocean St Bondi, Australian,NSW

Summary

Qualified and skilled carpenter with a strong eye for an attention to detail and problem solving skills. Always enjoyed being hands on with creating, building and fixing.

Experienced in working as a fire technician where I was exposed to running big jobs under high pressure situations ensuring fire protection is up to Australian standards.

Professional Lifeguard at the world busiest beaches, looking over thousands of swimmers resulting in high stamina in long hours ready to give the best safety possible.


My career objective is to obtain a challenging and stimulating position within the workplace to maximize my personal ambitions as well as a company’s success. As a carpenter and former fire technician and lifeguard, I hope to gain as much experience as an employee in order to broaden and strengthen my skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

Foleys Carpentry And Building (current)
03.2017 - Current

Reslove Construction

Bondi Construction

  • Plan construct and build mainly timber structures according to plan specifications or employer instructions.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Completed installations of building structures.
  • Planned and executed work with appropriate tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.

Fire Technician

Chubb Fire & Security
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment. eg. fire extinguishes, hose reels, fire blankets.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools in buildings to stay ready for every type of fire.

Professional Lifeguard

Waverley Council
05.2012 - 05.2014

My work experience with Bondi Lifeguards excelled my team working skills. As a lifeguard, I had the responsibility of ensuring water safety for the public which is most effectively coordinated through proficient communication of my team.
My commitment for the safety of the public extends to my own personal desire to excel in the delivering of exceptional customer service.

Whilst working as a lifeguard, I have developed necessary time management skills. With extensive work hours and early starts, I have learnt to manage my time between my work requirements, fitness training and personal commitments.


  • Closely monitor dangerous swimming areas.
  • Provide information on surf and beach conditions to the public.
  • Provide water safety talks to school and community groups.
  • Patrol surf craft areas.
  • Set up and patrol designated public surf swimming.
  • Perform rescues and resuscitations when necessary.
  • Administer first aid rescues as required.
  • Ensure the provision of high standard customer service.
  • Provide effective customer communication to the public.
  • Check and maintain all rescue equipment on a regular basis.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
  • Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
  • Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.

Pro Guarding Water Safety

Pro Guarding
02.2012 - Current

Water safety/lifeguard as a contractor to private businesses.

Pro Guarding is an integrated service, composed of an accomplished risk assessor, medical professionals and dedicated watermen/lifeguards to give the most elite level of water safety. They provide a specialised system of event-specific risk assessment which is incorporated with an array of safety provisions.

Over the years I've been fortunate enough to be given occasional work to join the Pro guarding team. From my surfing background and ocean knowledge in big waves, to provide specific water skills that can bring the best water safety possible.

Education

Advance Spinal Certificate (PUAEME007)
Macbec Pty Ltd T/as Wollongong First Aid
03.2023

Advanced Resuscitation Certificate (HLTAID009)
Macbec Pty Ltd T/as Wollongong First Aid
02.2023

First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)
Macbec Pty Ltd T/as Wollongong First Aid
02.2023

Carpentry

CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
NSW TAFE
12.2021

Fire Safety

CERTIFICATE II IN FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTION AND T
CHUBB TRAINING GROUP
04.2015

Certificate III in Sport And Recreation
Australian Training Company
02.2012

High School Certificate
Waverley College
2011

Skills

  • Physical Agility
  • State Contractor License
  • PWC Licence
  • Equipment Management
  • Water safety and ocean knowledge
  • Waterman
  • Carpentry/Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Working in a team environment

Affiliations

Currently an ambassador for Surf Aid.


SurfAid is an international charitable organization working in the Mentawai Islands of Indonesia.

I’ll be surfing for 30 days straight to make an impact for SurfAid who support families in remote surf communities to access basic healthcare, clean water, sanitation and food security.

Extracurricular Activities

Growing up I've always had and enjoyed an active lifestyle outdoors. Im an athletic type who holds personal fitness and goals high. Surfing has been my main passion sport since I was a child, leading me to commitment in competitions at a high level (associated with the World Surf League) and big waves. I love being motivated which competitions have given me and to have ambition thriving towards improvement not just in surfing but all aspects of life. My ocean knowledge and skills gained has been invaluable to my careers especially lifeguarding, giving me abilities to save lives.

Im an involved person who loves to also take part in a variety team sports.

Closing Summary

NSW Fire and Rescue sets industry benchmarks and I have a strong desire to extend my abilities and develop my career that offers advancement and leadership opportunities.

I believe my background in the ocean/surfing and lifeguarding, my skills can be a valuable asset to NSW Fire as I've had exposure to similar emergency situations and have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Through my different careers I really enjoyed helping people and giving back to the community.

Timeline

Carpenter

Foleys Carpentry And Building (current)
03.2017 - Current

Fire Technician

Chubb Fire & Security
03.2014 - 03.2016

Professional Lifeguard

Waverley Council
05.2012 - 05.2014

Pro Guarding Water Safety

Pro Guarding
02.2012 - Current

Advance Spinal Certificate (PUAEME007)

Advanced Resuscitation Certificate (HLTAID009)

First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)

Carpentry

CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY

Fire Safety

CERTIFICATE II IN FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTION AND T

Certificate III in Sport And Recreation

High School Certificate
Adrian Kovacic