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Brett Thompson

Warnbro,WA

Summary

An intrinsically motivated individual with a professional background in Concrete Finishing, demonstrating exceptional expertise with a variety of concrete types, mixing, and cement handling procedures, as well as a strong familiarity with all safety regulations potential and occupational hazards. Committed to personal and professional growth and am seeking an opportunity to provide loyalty, value and a desire to succeed to a valued and progressive organisation. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a concreting position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Concreter

Eco Homes
05.2024 - Current
  • Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Shovelled materials such as dirt, concrete and gravel

Charge up

Byrnecut Group
05.2021 - 03.2024
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    • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and other markings when operating machines.
    • Closely monitored and recorded locations, mining progress, and safety conditions.
    • Serviced earth moving systems to promote safe and proper functioning.
    • Loaded, set and detonated explosives to produce desired blasting patterns.
    • Checked machinery for safety, protecting personnel, and equipment from harm.
    • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
    • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
    • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
    • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Under Ground Miner

Jetcrete Oz
11.2019 - 05.2021
    • Driving underground agitator trucks
    • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and other markings when operating machines.
    • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
    • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
    • Transported material, samples and documents to laboratory for testing and analysis.
    • Developed and maintained tools for code review, testing, coverage, monitoring and notification.
    • Managed product rollouts, user training, testing, and internal communications.
    • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
    • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
    • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
    • Batching concrete and testing
    • Calculated water to cement ratio for specific mixes.
    • Set up batch based on specifications and capabilities for admixtures.
    • Maintained vehicles by checking oil, coolant and antifreeze daily in addition to regularly greasing rollers.
    • Managed upkeep of plant equipment by greasing bearings, replacing conveyor belts and completing minor repairs.
    • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
    • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
    • Undertook field assessments and participated in extended role activities to determine testing methods most suitable for patients.

Concreter

Liggins Concreting
01.2018 - 10.2019
    • Effective and carefully informing the relevant crew members regarding risks within the workplace and emergency response procedure, whilst managing work orders completed by the staff and ensuring their compliance to the hazard identification risk assessment
    • Demonstrating professional expertise in performing skilled work in concrete placement, including but not limited to placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing a variety of materials, according to drawing specifications and requirements
    • Efficiently utilising all equipment and tools required to do each concreting and finishing jobs, which may include cement mixing machines, power trowels, small mechanical hoists, surveying, and measuring equipment and instruments
    • Ensuring to remain educational in approach to the role in order to grow and develop as both a professional and an individual within the workplace.
    • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
    • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
    • Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
    • Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.

Team Member

Garfinkel's, Canada
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Providing an excellent and efficient customer service by supplying visitors with information and advice in relation to the bar food and drink offers, and anticipating the needs and requirements of visitors in a proactive and professional manner
  • Consistently maintaining the presentation, cleanliness, and hygiene of the bar and lounge area at all times by regularly undertaking checks and daily cleaning of the area, guaranteeing the facilities are appropriately presented and cleared to a high standard
  • Expanding working and life experiences by taking up employment overseas, this time in Canada, to round my professional skill-set and allow myself to undertake new experiences
  • Acting as a first point of contact for visitors to the bar, whilst being responsible for guaranteeing the smooth service of all sales of food and drink, and providing a welcoming environment and polite point of contact for all customers and employees
  • Ensuring that all actions met local and federal liquor licencing requirements.

Concreter

Blue Diamond Concreting
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Confidently and competently building and finishing various types of concrete or cement materials by utilising knowledge in using hand and power equipment, with sophisticated construction instruments and techniques, to effectively perform work in all aspects of construction
  • Providing considerable knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools, equipment, and processes used in concrete construction and maintenance by completing work orders as assigned and scheduling according to established industry, and organisation standard practices and procedures
  • Demonstrating sound judgement and decision-making skills to effectively solve labour and maintenance problems, both in the planning stages and during the actual construction and concrete finishing processes.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.

Education

No Degree -

Redcliffe State High School
Redcliffe, QLD
11.2011

Certificate III - Concrete

Tafe
Brisbane
10.2013

Skills

  • Concrete finishing
  • Screeding to a flat and acceptable tolerance
  • Commercial and residential construction experience
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Hand tool operation
  • Defect Correction
  • 14 years experience in labour intensive jobs
  • 9 years concrete experience
  • Working at heights ticket
  • Confined space and gas testing tickets
  • Licence to operate a non-slewing crane
  • Licence to perform dogging

Licences

  • Australian Business Number | ABN
  • QLD White Card
  • QLD Class C Australian Driver's Licence

Employmentrelatedskillsandstrengths

  • Proficient within a dynamic, fast paced working environment
  • Open to change, adaptable in new and varying circumstances
  • Highly skilled with a high emotional intelligence, enabling quick and effective relationship management and relationship building
  • Able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information and business matters
  • A good listener who is balanced, open to opposing perspectives, able to listen and learn from others, and is open to new ideas
  • A team player maintaining a professional working relationship by encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, rapport and cooperation among team members
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and consistently thorough in completing related work tasks
  • Consistent delivery of the highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour, both personally and within the wider team
  • Strong understanding of the requirements of a project, task, or role, with the ability to push team members and those under supervision towards individual and shared goals as part of a high-performance team
  • Able to implement new or improved processes and procedures, aimed at improving efficiency and productivity
  • Strong abilities to work autonomously, with a desire to stay busy and keep achieving targets
  • High-proficiency with various industry related technology and software
  • Confident decision-making abilities with a knack for understanding the needs of the business or organisation at any given time
  • Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure, creating confidence in the team and staff
  • Takes initiative in order to begin or complete a task without needing prompting
  • Provides regular and skillful communication to achieve an outcome
  • Flexible and open nature, ensuring all tasks required are completed in a mutually beneficial manner
  • Effective communicator, which includes listening and talking
  • Loyal and understanding individual with a desire to provide my employer with as much value as possible

Furtherinformation

Bryan Horseman, Owner, Blue Diamond Concreting, 0438 757 569, Brian Muller, Foreman, Liggins Concreting, 0428 032 044, Hieka Designs, Canada | 2017 - 2018, SupaCheap Auto Services | 2016, Ramage Concreting | 2015 - 2016, National Concreting | 2012 - 2015

Additional Information

USI Number: PGX68DEG9X

Timeline

Concreter

Eco Homes
05.2024 - Current

Charge up

Byrnecut Group
05.2021 - 03.2024

Under Ground Miner

Jetcrete Oz
11.2019 - 05.2021

Concreter

Liggins Concreting
01.2018 - 10.2019

Team Member

Garfinkel's, Canada
01.2017 - 01.2018

Concreter

Blue Diamond Concreting
01.2016 - 01.2017

No Degree -

Redcliffe State High School

Certificate III - Concrete

Tafe

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