Blake Mc Glynn Kavanagh
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Originally from Ireland,I arrived in Australia in October 2025 as a permanent resident with full working rights.I quickly adapted to the Australian construction industry,obtaining my White Card and multiple machinery operation tickets within the first two weeks of my arrival.I aim to expand my construction machine operating tickets to increase my qualifications and versatility on site.Dedicated and practical construction worker with industry exposure since finishing school coming from a family deeply involved in the trade.Proven ability to work effectively alongside carpenters and contribute to general site operations. Strong work ethic,quick learner and committed to building a long-term career in construction
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labourer
GND Civil Group
Carrum Downs, VIC
11.2025 - Current
- Preformed civil construction work for Fulton Hogan on interstate fiber optic cable installations in SA.Including trenching,conduit installation,pit and pipe work,working alongside ploughs and dozers.
- Operated hauling equipment and winch systems to safety pull and position fiber optic cables for large scale installation projects.
- Supported crew by operating an excavator for basic backfilling work.Operating a skid steer for grading road surfaces to keep a safe work site.Operating a front end loader for transportation of materials.
- Assisted skilled workers with site preparation and material handling.
- Maintained a clean and organized worksite to ensure safe workspace.
Traffic Controller
Richard Nolan Civil Engineering
Dublin, Ireland
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Implemented effective signage placement for optimal visibility and clarity.
- Directed traffic flow and monitored intersections to ensure the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing direction to drivers and managing the flow of vehicular traffic.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding changes in traffic patterns or new construction projects that impacted existing routes.
- Directed traffic flow to ensure safe vehicle and pedestrian movement.
Carpenter's Helper
MegaCon Construction
Dublin , Ireland
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted carpenters in constructing frameworks and structures for residential projects.
- Organized tools and materials to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
- Supported installation of doors, windows, and cabinetry under supervision of lead carpenters.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Assisted master carpenters with installations for residential and commercial customers.
- Completed basic and semi-skilled work under direction of fully qualified carpenter.
- Erected and removed supports such as scaffolding and shoring based on individual project needs.
- Secured stakes to grids for construction of footings.
Carpenter's Assistant
Brian Kirwan
Dublin , Ireland
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted with framing and installation of structures and fixtures.
- Prepared materials by cutting,shaping and assembling components.
- Operated hand tools,saws,routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Set up ladders safely to access high-level areas of roofing projects.
- Used hand tools such as hammers,saws,drills,levels and tape measures.
Education
St Declan’s College
Dublin, IrelandSkills
- Equipment operation
- Site preparation
- Material handling
- Hauling and winch systems
- Load and unloading plant machiner
Certification
- Currently working on getting my license which will be due in October.
- White Card
- RIIMPO318F - Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
- RIIMPO320F - Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIMPO321F - Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
- RIIMPO317F - Conduct roller operations
- RIIHAN308F - Load and unload plant
Languages
English
First Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Labourer
GND Civil Group
11.2025 - Current
Traffic Controller
Richard Nolan Civil Engineering
10.2024 - 10.2025
Carpenter's Helper
MegaCon Construction
04.2024 - 10.2024
Carpenter's Assistant
Brian Kirwan
08.2023 - 02.2024
St Declan’s College