Benjamin Carter
Port Macquarie
Summary
Dynamic carpenter with extensive experience at Sub Contracting, specializing in framing and finish carpentry. Known for exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, consistently delivering high-quality results. Proficient in using hand and power tools, ensuring worksite safety while achieving project goals efficiently. Committed to excellence in residential and commercial construction.
Having worked for myself for 10years I have extensive experience in mentoring apprentices and managing staff.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Sub Contracting
06.2015 - Current
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
Bartender
Federal Hotel
02.2014 - 04.2015
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Apprentice Carpenter
Golden West Apprenticeships
02.2010 - 03.2015
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Developed strong carpentry skills through hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced mentors.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by efficiently utilizing resources throughout each project phase.
Meter Reader
Skilltech
06.2013 - 10.2013
- Supported efficient route planning with thorough documentation of meter locations and access points.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients while performing on-site visits, fostering a positive company image.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues related to meters and data discrepancies.
- Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
Bartender
Warwick RSL
05.2011 - 03.2013
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Labourer
Silverline
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Farmhand
Red Jewel Strawberries
11.2008 - 02.2010
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Education
Certificate III - Carpentry
TAFE QLD
QLD03.2015
Completed Year 12 -
Stanthorpe State High School
Stanthorpe, QLD11.2008
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Framing construction
- Worksite safety
- Finish carpentry
- Hand and power tools
- Measuring and cutting
- General laborer
- Heavy lifting
- Power tools proficiency
- Residential construction
- Demolition work
- Carpentry expertise
- Tool maintenance
- Valid state driver's license
- Blueprint reading
- Window installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Woodworking techniques
- Structural repairs
- Hand tools mastery
- Material estimation
- Exceptional finish carpentry skills
- Project planning
- Staff management
Timeline
Carpenter
Sub Contracting
06.2015 - Current
Bartender
Federal Hotel
02.2014 - 04.2015
Meter Reader
Skilltech
06.2013 - 10.2013
Labourer
Silverline
10.2011 - 05.2012
Bartender
Warwick RSL
05.2011 - 03.2013
Apprentice Carpenter
Golden West Apprenticeships
02.2010 - 03.2015
Farmhand
Red Jewel Strawberries
11.2008 - 02.2010
Certificate III - Carpentry
TAFE QLD
Completed Year 12 -
Stanthorpe State High School
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