Benjamin Flood
Canberra
Summary
Experienced and reliable plumber with 6 years in the industry, backed by 2 years of customer service experience in retail. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Skilled in the installation and maintenance of hydraulic and civil systems, with hands-on experience operating machinery such as excavators. Emerging leadership experience, with the ability to guide teams and support efficient project delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber
Aplus Plumbing
Canberra
02.2020 - Current
- Installed plumbing systems in commercial buildings.
- Experience installing civil and hydraulic systems as well as HV and Communications systems.
- Experienced in operating the machinery needed to complete the job e.g. Excavators, Dump trucks, Tippers, Rollers, Bobcats and other smaller machinery such as plate compactors, remote controlled rollers and jumping jacks.
- Majority of my time spent in the ground works and civil works but also have experience inside with works such as stacks, rough ins, copper mains and fit off.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure project specifications were met.
- Inspected plumbing systems for compliance with local codes.
- Assisted in training apprentices in proper installation methods and safety procedures.
- Created estimates of time and materials needed for projects.
- Adhered to safety procedures to reduce risk of injury.
- Studied building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
- Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
Customer service
Bunnings
Canberra
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided customer service, addressing clients' questions and concerns.
- Developed strategies to improve customer service performance.
Education
Certificate 3 In Plumbing - Cert 3 in Plumbing
Canberra Institute Of Technology
Canberra , ACT 02.2020 - 02.2024
St Francis Xavier College
Canberra, ACTSkills
- Plumbing installation
- Civil system installation
- Hydraulic system knowledge
- Equipment operation
- Safety adherence
- Staff supervision
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Commercial construction experience
- Blueprint reading
- Troubleshooting
- Quality assurance
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
Certification
- VOC’s/Licences:
- White card
- Asbestos awareness
- Working with asbestos
- Working with silica
- Working with vulnerable people
- Excavator
- Scissor lift
- Roller
- Front end loader
- Working at heights
- Site Dumper
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plumber
Aplus Plumbing
02.2020 - Current
Certificate 3 In Plumbing - Cert 3 in Plumbing
Canberra Institute Of Technology
02.2020 - 02.2024
Customer service
Bunnings
01.2018 - 03.2020
St Francis Xavier College