Andre Tomlinson
Mount Duneed,VIC
Summary
An Estimator & Factory worker with over 20 Years' experience in the building/cabinet making, carpentry industry. As I handle multiple tasks on a daily basis, I pride myself on competently working well under pressure with good communication skills. With a keen eye for detail, I am meticulous in any project I carry out whether it be in my current position or building projects. I am eager and willing to learn and develop new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Spray Painter
Coastal Coatings
08.2022 - Current
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Sanded and removed blemishes, dents and other imperfections on painting surfaces.
- Spray painted surfaces with airless, conventional and High Volume Low Pressure equipment.
- Mixed paint colours and appropriate chemicals to complete projects.
- Cleaned and prepared equipment necessary for projects.
- Wore proper respiratory and safety equipment at all times.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for paint application with exacting accuracy.
- Performed jobs using forklifts, man lifts and scissor lifts.
- Evaluated surface colours and matched colours for rooms to meet customer requirements.
Cost Estimator
Newstone
02.2015 - 06.2021
- I am responsible for Estimating and processing high volumes of costings for all types of Stone, Marble, and Granite from small builders to commercial projects
- I have developed Metrics for measuring cost effectiveness of materials
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Reviewed and updated cost databases to maintain access to most current and accurate information on costs and prices.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
Cost Estimator/Factory
Newgrove Benchtops
02.1996 - 12.2014
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
Education
Certificate III - Warehousing And Operations
Geelong
04.2008
Apprenticeship - Carpentry Completed 2 Years
Gordon Tafe
East Geelong, VIC10.2021
Forklift License -
Geelong
01.2002
Medium Rigid Truck License
Geelong
Journey05.2008
Year 11
Newcomb Secondary College
Newcomb, VIC12.1991
Skills
- Speed, Accuracy and attention to detail, Consistent
- Driven Team Player
- Developed ability to implement new processes to improve a task
- Flexible and hardworking
- Adaptable and Self-motivated
Timeline
Spray Painter
Coastal Coatings
08.2022 - Current
Cost Estimator
Newstone
02.2015 - 06.2021
Cost Estimator/Factory
Newgrove Benchtops
02.1996 - 12.2014
Certificate III - Warehousing And Operations
Geelong
Apprenticeship - Carpentry Completed 2 Years
Gordon Tafe
Forklift License -
Geelong
Medium Rigid Truck License
Geelong
Year 11
Newcomb Secondary College
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