Summary
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Work History
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Timeline
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Brendon Clapp

Bridgewater

Summary

I have been in the Painting Industry for most of my career.


Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Painter/Decorator

Tasmanian Painting Company
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate color consultations and recommendations.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in addressing concerns or changes during the course of projects.
  • Maintained safe work environment by adhering to health and safety protocols during all painting tasks.

Full Time Carer

Centrelink
02.2021 - 09.2023
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Implemented safety measures to prevent falls, accidents, and injuries within the home environment.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Transported patients to appointments and social activities, ensuring punctual arrival and a comfortable experience en route.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients through personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.

Painter/Decorator (Self-Employment)

Tasmanian Painting Company
02.2014 - 01.2021
  • Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.

Painter(fulltime)

Rutherford Painting
01.2012 - 02.2014
  • Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
  • Boosted property value for clients, selecting and applying high-quality, durable exterior paints.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, incorporating new painting techniques into projects.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.

Painter/Decorator(fulltime)

Rock Properties
11.2010 - 12.2011
  • Duties: Re-painting of Rock Property homes and investment homes, all aspects of painting
  • Managed site preparation and cleanup efforts, maintaining safe working conditions throughout the duration of the project.
  • Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
  • Worked closely with homeowners to ascertain specifics of project.
  • Coordinated final walk-throughs of job site before signing off on completion.

Painter/Decorator(fulltime)

Paintscape
02.2009 - 10.2010
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and filling holes, ensuring smooth finishes.

Painter and Decorator (casual)

Low Cost Painting, Honeywood TAS
02.2001 - 01.2009
  • Duties: all aspects of preparing and painting of interiors exteriors, and roofs of housings and businesses.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
  • Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
  • Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.

Commercial Cleaner (casual)

ABC Cleaning, Moonah TAS
05.2003 - 07.2004
  • Duties: Cleaning supermarket facilities including buffing, mopping, using scrubbers, etc.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and professional entrances.
  • Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.

Stores Person

Rosetto Tiles, Derwent Park TAS
09.1998 - 05.1999
  • Duties: Receiving stock, bookwork, safe operation of forklift and delivery of tiles to customers.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.

Fibreglass Applicator

Tas Fibreglass Industries
02.1990 - 07.1998
  • Reduced waste by accurately measuring and mixing chemicals according to guidelines.
  • Repairing of Fibreglass boats.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, resulting in timely project completions.
  • Used proper PPE and safety protocols for personal health and safety of other staff.

Education

Claremont High School
Hobart, TAS
11-1989

Skills

  • All aspects of Occupational Health and Safety
  • Basic welding, plastering, carpentry, bricklaying and restricted scaffolding
  • All aspects of painting, both interior and exterior surfaces
  • Commercial cleaning of large supermarkets and their environments
  • Warehouse and stock control skills; receiving stock and bookwork
  • Safely operate a forklift as well as industrial power tools
  • Fence building, concreting, general digging
  • Strong work ethic
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative thinking
  • Computer literate

Certification

  • 2014 Asbestos Non Friable – Onroad Offroad
  • Asbestos Friable – Onroad Offroad
  • 2013 Labour Skills Course – Workskills
  • Work Safely at Heights – HANDA Training Solutions
  • Confined Space Operations – HANDA Training Solutions
  • Construction White Card
  • 1999 Retail Introduction Course – Willson Training Centre, Sandy Bay

Timeline

Painter/Decorator

Tasmanian Painting Company
02.2024 - 05.2025

Full Time Carer

Centrelink
02.2021 - 09.2023

Painter/Decorator (Self-Employment)

Tasmanian Painting Company
02.2014 - 01.2021

Painter(fulltime)

Rutherford Painting
01.2012 - 02.2014

Painter/Decorator(fulltime)

Rock Properties
11.2010 - 12.2011

Painter/Decorator(fulltime)

Paintscape
02.2009 - 10.2010

Commercial Cleaner (casual)

ABC Cleaning, Moonah TAS
05.2003 - 07.2004

Painter and Decorator (casual)

Low Cost Painting, Honeywood TAS
02.2001 - 01.2009

Stores Person

Rosetto Tiles, Derwent Park TAS
09.1998 - 05.1999

Fibreglass Applicator

Tas Fibreglass Industries
02.1990 - 07.1998

Claremont High School

Transport

  • Motor Car Driver's Licence (manual)
  • Own reliable vehicle

Personal Qualities

  • Punctual and reliable
  • Honest and trustworthy
  • Fit, Healthy and a hard worker
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Friendly and patient manner
Brendon Clapp