Extensive and relevant experience in building industry in a variety of fields
Roof, Floor Truss & Wall Frame detailing and technical support
Bushfire Management reporting (BAL/BMO)
NatHERS assessment & reporting
research & address planning & building requirements obtaining permits as an agent for clients
ensure that work is 'Code' compliant & is of a high standard delivered in a timely manner
Currently undertaking Advanced Diploma in Building Surveying at Melbourne Polytechnic College, expected completion mid 2025 (also hold Diploma of Building Inspection 1998 RMIT)
Effective, professional and efficient written and verbal communication skills: report writing, plan reading, teach and direct adult students from a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and building knowledge, everyday communication with building professionals, peers and clients
Can work independently within a large organisation and enjoy being a supportive team member. Able to seek advice and work within and respect organisational values, policies and procedures
Constantly & efficiently using a variety of computer programs on a daily basis including Microsoft Office Suite
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Consultant
Tilmax Pty Ltd
Greensborough, Victoria
01.2013 - Current
Liaise with clients.
Providing quotations and negotiation.
Conduct NatHERS assessments, advise on potential improvements, and certification.
Undertake DTS NCC Vol. 1 Part J, and Vol. 2 Part H6 study and reporting, negotiating partial compliance with RBS as required.
Conduct on-site Bushfire Attack Level assessments, and advise on construction compliance with AS 3959-2018.
Conduct Bushfire Management Overlay reporting for developers, ensuring compliance with Victorian Planning Provisions.
Liaise and negotiate with prescribed authorities regarding planning applications for developers.
Ensuring regulatory compliance with Part 11, Bushfire Safety.
Negotiating partial compliance with RBS.
Assessed applications for planning permission and building regulation compliance.
Auditing of short-stay accommodations for re-classification, Class 1a to Class 1b.
Advance planning and documentation-reading skills. Reading and interpreting legal documents, construction drawings, and mapping to complete surveys.
Teaching Diploma in Building and Construction (Building)
Trainer
Builders Academy Australia
Melbourne, Vic
01.2013 - Current
Deliver training online and in person
Ensure that students are supported during learning
Cater to students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Ensure that students are engaged in learning
Simplify and deconstruct learning to be relevant to all, irrespective of building knowledge and experience
Assess submitted work in a timely manner, and offer feedback, and recommendations
Participate in learning opportunities and professional development
have developed supportive and collaborative relationships with other trainers and managers
Senior Prefabrication Detailer
Lamcal Fast Frames
Heidelberg West, Victoria
Liaise with builders, owner-builders, production staff.
Job production programming.
Mentor junior roof truss, wall frame, and floor joist detailers.
Roof and floor truss, wall frame design, and detailing.
On-site problem solving.
Ensuring compliance with Legislation & Regulation, National Construction Code & Australian Standards
Technical Representative
Multinail Aust. Pty Ltd
, Queensland
Technical Representative (South Australia).
Delivered support to enhance roof truss design skills
Provided software training, design support for roof truss designers under the Multinail umbrella
Problem solving issues in an often volatile situations when clients are under pressure & can be misinformed
Developed the ability to focus on the issue & problem solve within confines of the company & to the satisfaction of the client
Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders
Education
Advance Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne, VIC
06-2025
Diploma of Building Inspection
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
01-1997
Diploma of Building & Construction (Management)
Builders Academy Australia
Melbourne, VIC
03-2016
Diploma of Building & Construction (Building)
Parker Brent
Melbourne, VIC
01-2015
Certificate IV in Work Health Safety
Builder Academy Australia
Melbourne, VIC
02-2016
Cert' I - Work Safely in the Bld' Industry
Parker Brent
Melbourne, VIC
Cert' II - Work Safely in the Bld' Industry -
Parasol Training
Cert' IV in NatHERS Assessment
Wodonga TAFE
Wodonga, VIC
Cert' IV in Training & Assessment
Parasol Training
Melbourne, VIC
Fitting & Turning Trade Qualification
Collingwood TAFE
02-1988
Skills
Effective and efficient verbal and written communication, and negotiation skills
Respectful and professional interpersonal skills
Time management
Understanding of Building Systems
Site inspection skills
Cost estimation skills
Understanding building permit application requirements
Understanding of building codes
Structural analysis understanding
Design review skills
Awareness of personal limitations under legislation
respect of "Chain of Command"
Family / Hobbies / Activities
Sue [Wife, ??], Matilda [Daughter, 15], Max [Son, 14] & Magic [Greyhound, 5]
Family road trips
4x4 adventure in Victorian high country
Off-grid camping adventures
Tinkering in the Garage
Cooking and enjoying great food
Volunteer Work
1st & 2nd Greensborough Scout Group
Land Cruiser 4x4 Club of Victoria
Grace Valley Tennis Club
Referee's
On request
Timeline
Building Consultant
Tilmax Pty Ltd
01.2013 - Current
Trainer
Builders Academy Australia
01.2013 - Current
Senior Prefabrication Detailer
Lamcal Fast Frames
Technical Representative
Multinail Aust. Pty Ltd
Advance Diploma of Building Surveying - Building Surveying
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