Blake Busby
Gladstone
Summary
Dynamic Building Supervisor and Carpenter with extensive experience, excelling in project management and compliance with building regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize budgets, and enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in carpentry, concreteing, roof and wall cladding. Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Supervisor
Hakuna Homes
Port Macquarie
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with building regulations.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for efficient facility management.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Managed budgets for construction projects while maintaining cost-efficiency standards.
- Ensured health and safety regulations were followed by all personnel working onsite.
- Supervised the daily activities of a team of maintenance workers and ensured that all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
- Planned and managed general repairs and maintenance and construction projects.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Managed building staff by scheduling, assigning tasks, and training new hires.
- Inspected completed work performed by contractors before authorizing payment invoices.
- Established relationships with local vendors to secure competitive pricing for materials needed for construction projects.
- Coordinated building operations, maintenance and improvements.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics prior to beginning any new project or renovation work in order to ensure accuracy.
- Participated in architectural and engineering planning and design.
Contract Carpenter
Self Employed
Port Macquarie
05.2014 - 04.2022
- Installed framing, drywall, and cabinetry in various building projects.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their design preferences and requirements.
- Utilized hand and power tools to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment on job sites.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during projects.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers for timely material delivery.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
Education
Certificate 3 In Carpentry - CPC30211
Central Queensland Institute of TAFE
Gladstone, QLD 08.2011 - 04.2014
Chanel College
Gladstone, QldSkills
- Building regulations
- Project Management
- Carpentry
- Concrete form setting, steel fixing
- Place and Finish concrete
- Roof and wall Cladding
- Fascia, gutter and flashing
- Read and interpret plans and required specifications
- Onsite set out, Excavations and Reduced levels
Certification
- LF - Forklift Truck
- WP - Boom Elevated Work Platform
- Work in accordance with an issued permit
- Gas test atmosphere
- Enter and work in confined spaces
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Building Supervisor
Hakuna Homes
05.2022 - 09.2025
Contract Carpenter
Self Employed
05.2014 - 04.2022
Certificate 3 In Carpentry - CPC30211
Central Queensland Institute of TAFE
08.2011 - 04.2014
Chanel College