Blythe Ririnui
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Proven leader in construction, adept at formwork assembly and team development, with a track record of delivering high-quality projects for JDG Civil Pty Ltd. Excels in maintaining safety protocols and enhancing project efficiency, achieving commendable results in concrete and steel structure integrity. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to workplace safety, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Formworker/ Concreter/leading Hand
JDG Civil Pty Ltd
05.2022 - Current
- Ensured accurate measurements for formwork installation by utilizing advanced tools such as laser levels and measuring tapes during the preparation phase.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure seamless communication between teams, resulting in improved overall performance.
- Improved durability of finished structures by ensuring proper concrete placement, curing techniques, and reinforcement methods were utilized consistently.
- Maintained safe work environments by implementing and enforcing strict safety protocols during concrete operations.
- Earned trust from clients through consistent delivery of high-quality results within budget constraints and agreed-upon timeframes for completion.
- Demonstrated adaptability to various project types, including residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure applications involving concrete work.
- Prevented delays due to weather by closely monitoring local conditions and adjusting project timelines accordingly for optimal concrete curing results.
- Gained proficiency in operating a variety of concrete equipment such as mixers, pumps, trowels, vibrators, screeds, among others for optimal productivity on job sites.
- Enhanced project efficiency by accurately estimating and ordering materials for concrete projects.
- Achieved smoother finishes with expertly applied finishing techniques such as broom finishing or hand troweling on various surfaces like floors or sidewalks.
- Reduced waste on job sites by optimizing material usage while maintaining quality standards in construction projects.
- Streamlined project timelines through precise coordination of concrete pouring schedules with other trade workers involved in the construction process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
Steel Fixer/concreter Leading Hand
Folwick Construction
03.2017 - 09.2022
- Tied rebar into wire mesh formations using welding, wiring, and clipping techniques.
- Studied blueprints and specification drawings to determine project requirements.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately reading and interpreting steel fixing plans and blueprints.
- Ensured structural integrity by maintaining correct spacing between steel bars and ties according to specifications.
- Increased productivity through effective communication with team members and supervisors on project progress and potential issues.
- Maintained a positive attitude while working in challenging weather conditions and managing physically demanding tasks, leading to increased team morale and productivity.
- Achieved high-quality results within tight deadlines while adhering to budget constraints on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and work plans for each job.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to coordinate work schedules and maintain seamless workflow on construction sites.
- Enhanced worksite safety by diligently following guidelines, regulations, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Supported a positive work environment through active participation in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing training programs.
- Built and installed iron and steel girders, columns and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges and other structures.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients by prioritizing their requirements during each phase of the project life cycle.
- Moved heavy equipment and assembled hoisting equipment, cables, pulleys and hooks.
- Operated Type hand tools to trim, file, grind and smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Steel Fixer/leading Hand
Art Construction Pty Ltd
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Tied rebar into wire mesh formations using welding, wiring, and clipping techniques.
- Studied blueprints and specification drawings to determine project requirements.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
- Ensured structural integrity by maintaining correct spacing between steel bars and ties according to specifications.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately reading and interpreting steel fixing plans and blueprints.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Increased productivity through effective communication with team members and supervisors on project progress and potential issues.
- Achieved high-quality results within tight deadlines while adhering to budget constraints on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and work plans for each job.
- Facilitated smooth handovers of completed projects to clients by ensuring accurate documentation of all relevant details related to the steel fixing work performed.
- Connected prefabricated steel pieces using rivets and welds.
- Contributed to successful project completion through diligent maintenance of tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Built and installed iron and steel girders, columns and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges and other structures.
- Expedited construction timelines with precise placement of steel bars, mesh, and reinforcements in concrete structures.
- Moved heavy equipment and assembled hoisting equipment, cables, pulleys and hooks.
- Communicated with clients regarding complex job orders to maximize clarity and work instructions.
- Used turnbuckles, jacks and crowbars to force structural steel-members into final positions.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
Heavy Machine Operator
Sell and Paker Pty Ltd
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
Forklift Operator
Sims E-recycling
02.2011 - 10.2013
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
Education
Rongotai College
Wellington New Zealand 11.2007
Skills
- Team Development
- Safety Management
- Innovation Skills
- Safety awareness
- Workplace Safety
- Safety Protocols
- Job Planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Decision-Making
- Invoice Verification
- Crane Operation
- Power Tool Usage
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Formwork Assembly
- Steel Formwork
- Concrete Formwork Knowledge
- Power Tool Operation
- Adaptable to Weather
- First Aid Training
- Construction site safety
- Aluminum Formwork
- Plywood Formwork
- Concrete finishing
- Foundation Construction
- Pre-cast concrete experience
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Multitasking and Organization
- Relationship Building
- Driveway installation
- Foundation Work
- Commercial construction experience
- Stamped Concrete
- Polished concrete
- Trowel machinery
- Slab Construction
- Retaining walls
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Truss screeds
- Asphalt repair
- Asphalt Cutting
- Paving Equipment Operation
- Asphalt Spreading
- Asphalt Laying
- Paving and surfacing
- Plan interpretation
- Steel Bending
- Blueprint Reading
- Formwork Setting
- Structural knowledge
- Quality Control
- Structural welding
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Health and safety
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Trench Safety
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Storm drain piping
- Pipe joining
- Pipe installation
- Backfilling Procedures
- Utility Locating
Timeline
Formworker/ Concreter/leading Hand
JDG Civil Pty Ltd
05.2022 - Current
Steel Fixer/concreter Leading Hand
Folwick Construction
03.2017 - 09.2022
Steel Fixer/leading Hand
Art Construction Pty Ltd
09.2015 - 12.2016
Heavy Machine Operator
Sell and Paker Pty Ltd
01.2014 - 08.2015
Forklift Operator
Sims E-recycling
02.2011 - 10.2013
Rongotai College
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