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Brett King

Gold Coast,QLD

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Concrete Leading Hand

Central Systems
03.2024 - Current
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
  • Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
  • Trained employees how to fix problems, correct mistakes, and maximize productivity.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Delivered high-quality results consistently by enforcing rigorous quality control measures across all stages of the project lifecycle.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by implementing new processes and procedures.
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight deadlines.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Poured and laid concrete for numerous projects.
  • Adapted concrete pouring and mixing plans to daily weather and climate.
  • Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Coordinated effectively with subcontractors for seamless integration into larger construction projects.
  • Reduced material wastage by implementing proper inventory control measures and storage practices.

Concrete Foreman

J&K Construction
09.2014 - 03.2024
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Read site layouts and developed plans for concrete pouring and mixing.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Led team of 8-14 workers on multiple construction projects from start to finish.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Trained and hired multiple new employees on concrete processes, safety protocols and company expectations.
  • Scheduled inspections, meetings, pours and workers for over a multiple jobs.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Adapted concrete mixing techniques in terms of client wishes and atmosphere.

Concrete Finisher

Concrete QLD
02.2009 - 07.2014
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.

Education

Cert -

BSA

Skills

  • Schedule Determination
  • Multi-Project Coordination
  • Hiring Determinations
  • Risk Management
  • Decision Making
  • Worker Supervision
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Employee Motivation
  • Administration and Management

Technical problem solving

Certification

  • Working at Heights
  • Cert III concreting
  • Minor business certificate


Timeline

Concrete Leading Hand

Central Systems
03.2024 - Current

Concrete Foreman

J&K Construction
09.2014 - 03.2024

Concrete Finisher

Concrete QLD
02.2009 - 07.2014

Cert -

BSA
Brett King