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Alexander Corral

Richmond,VIC

Summary

Versatile and experienced construction professional with over 15 years of hands-on experience across multiple trades within the building and construction industry. After relocating from Australia to Chile in 2021, I spent four years working as an independent handyman and subcontractor, specializing in residential repairs and renovations. During this period, also taught English part-time online and completed certifications in English teaching as well as short courses in landscape and furniture design, broadening both communication and creative design skills.

Proven ability to operate independently or as part of a team, demonstrating strong time management, problem-solving, and customer service capabilities. Now back in Melbourne permanently and seeking a challenging role that leverages broad trade experience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning, with a goal of advancing into a higher-level role within the construction industry.

Work History

Contractor

Self-Employed
2022 - 2025
  • Providing quality results to high customer satisfaction across a range of residential construction projects
  • Communicating with customers to provide quotes tailored to their repair/renovation needs
  • Managing material costs and deliveries
  • Where required utilising design software (sketchup) to create plans/renders
  • Operating as a sub-contractor on several larger scale projects





English Teacher (part-time)

Self-employed, Native Teachers Chile, HablaBonito Language Institute
2021 - 2024
  • Developing innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Boosting student confidence through tailored feedback and support in areas of improvement.
  • Developing strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment
  • Providing quality results to high customer satisfaction across a range of residential construction projects

Labourer/Operator

Glascott Landscape and Civil
2018 - 2021
  • Working as part of a team in the construction of commercial landscape projects
  • Interpreting architectural plans to complete projects in line with industry standards and clients' expectations
  • Coordinating with suppliers to manage material deliveries
  • Communicating with specialist sub-contractors in completion of works
  • Safely and effectively operating plant machinery (excavator & skidsteer)

Education

Certificate - Fundamentals of Landscape Design

Udemy
05.2001 -

Certificate - Intro To Comparative Indo-European Linguistics

Leiden University
Online
05.2001 -

QUALIFI Level 5 - Teaching English As A Foreign Language

The TEFL Academy
05.2001 -

Licence - Heavy Rigid

Truck
05.2001 -

Licence - Excavator Operator

Plant Machinery
05.2001 -

Certificate - Traffic Management

Citywide Training
05.2001 -

Certificate II - Telecommunications Cabling

Ashley Institute of Training
Melbourne
05.2001 -

Open Cabling Registration - Telecommunications Cabling

ACMA
Melbourne, Australia
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Operating and working around plant machinery
  • Interior finishing work ( Painting, plastering, flooring)
  • Soil, grading, and foundation works
  • Installation and maintenance of irrigation systems
  • Basic carpentry skills
  • Fabrication and installation of cabinetry
  • Installation of telecommunication and electrical cabling
  • Plumbing and drainage

Timeline

Certificate - Fundamentals of Landscape Design

Udemy
05.2001 -

Certificate - Intro To Comparative Indo-European Linguistics

Leiden University
05.2001 -

QUALIFI Level 5 - Teaching English As A Foreign Language

The TEFL Academy
05.2001 -

Licence - Heavy Rigid

Truck
05.2001 -

Licence - Excavator Operator

Plant Machinery
05.2001 -

Certificate - Traffic Management

Citywide Training
05.2001 -

Certificate II - Telecommunications Cabling

Ashley Institute of Training
05.2001 -

Open Cabling Registration - Telecommunications Cabling

ACMA
05.2001 -

Contractor

Self-Employed
2022 - 2025

English Teacher (part-time)

Self-employed, Native Teachers Chile, HablaBonito Language Institute
2021 - 2024

Labourer/Operator

Glascott Landscape and Civil
2018 - 2021
Alexander Corral