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Ben Purchase

Preston,VIC

Summary

I am an efficient multi disciplinary trades person. A great communicator between clients and trades people. I am someone who can lead a team, and report up to managers with realistic budgets, time schedules and advice. I believe I am an asset to any team who is looking for someone who has experience in all aspects of building and maintenance.

I am a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Furniture Maker

Revival Projects
01.2023 - Current
  • Furniture maker for revival and workshop manager
  • Making recycled timber furniture for their commercial builds.
  • Used hand tools and production equipment to perform furniture assembly work and mastered blueprint reading to verify correct completion.
  • Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
  • Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
  • Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
  • Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
  • Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
  • Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
  • Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.

Home Maintenance

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
  • All aspects of home and commercial maintenance
  • Door repairs, plastering, painting, gardening and carpentry works.

Registered Builder & Furniture Maker

Ingrain Designs
01.2009 - 01.2023
  • Commercial fit out and furniture store business
  • Custom residential builds and renovations
  • We carried out restaurant and retail fit outs, where our furniture was installed
  • Also the builders on the Block twice, and supplier of furniture to 12 seasons of the Block
  • Ingrain had a store in Johnston St, Collingwood for 6 years which closed in 2020
  • Had a team that peaked at 20 staff which required strategic task delegation
  • Built up a network of reliable tradespeople across Melbourne and the Northern suburbs
  • A key to the success of this business was surrounding myself with other staff who understood what it took to be on a winning team.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
  • Used personal expertise and craftsmanship to complete residential and commercial renovations.
  • Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
  • Achieved multiple large-scale projects on time, within budget and to high-quality standards through meticulous planning.

Electrician

Self Employed
01.2010 - 01.2020
  • New residential and commercial dwellings
  • New commercial fit outs which I was also the builder to these projects.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.

Electrician and Builder

Thomas & Thomas Developments
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Electrician and builder of new multi residence developments in Toorak and Malvern

Electrician

Templestowe Electrics
01.2002 - 01.2010
  • Maintenance work on residential and commercial buildings
  • Project leader on new Austin hospital critical system works
  • Carried out all aspects of electrical work for new dwellings and warehouses.

Education

VCE -

Montmorency Secondary College
Montmorency
11.2001

Skills

  • Easily works autonomously
  • Proficient in all carpentry and maintenance trades
  • Manage OH&S and work place procedures
  • Ability to see early and probable issues with building, grounds and landscaping
  • Stakeholder communication genius
  • Trade communicator
  • Open to further education, advice and feedback
  • Proficient in many project managing portals and IT systems
  • Qualified electrician
  • Proficient in all aspects of carpentry
  • Leader in task delegation and team building
  • Proficient in painting and plastering
  • Welding
  • Easily works at heights, always performing safe work practices
  • Proficient budget and scheduling of trades and associated tasks
  • Skilled at tiling and associated repairs
  • Attention to Detail
  • Staff Development
  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Contract Management
  • Budget Control

Awards

Realestate.com.au Small business start up award 2011

Timeline

Furniture Maker

Revival Projects
01.2023 - Current

Home Maintenance

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current

Electrician

Self Employed
01.2010 - 01.2020

Electrician and Builder

Thomas & Thomas Developments
01.2010 - 01.2012

Registered Builder & Furniture Maker

Ingrain Designs
01.2009 - 01.2023

Electrician

Templestowe Electrics
01.2002 - 01.2010

VCE -

Montmorency Secondary College

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