Christopher O'Byrne
Lake Boga,VIC
Summary
Experienced carpenter with a strong track record in project management and team coordination. Results-oriented with a focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving. Demonstrated expertise in training and mentoring teams, promoting a culture of safety and efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Commercial Hotel Lake Boga
Lake Boga, VIC
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for hotel facilities and guest areas.
- Trained and mentored maintenance staff on best practices and safety procedures.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Rescue Team Leader (Volunteer)
State Emergency Service - Kiama Unit
01.2018 - Current
- Oversaw 70 team members, promoting safety and cohesion to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Specialized in executing rescue operations on roadways and in industrial settings, ensuring swift and effective response to emergencies.
- Administered medical care to injured individuals, delivering first aid and emergency rescue.
- Ensure adherence to operational safety protocols during storm damage and rescue operations.
- Conducted training sessions and assessments, strengthening team skills and preparedness for emergency situations.
- Ability to remain calm and focused while managing complex, high stress situations.
Carpenter
Self Employed
NSW / Victoria , NSW
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and preferences.
- Building decks and pergolas home renovations, concrete works and Excavator operations
- Conducted on-site measurements to ensure precise installation of structures.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all construction activities.
- Maintained an organized work environment by managing tools and materials efficiently.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate project execution.
Civil Construction Supervisor
Donelly Civil
05.2017 - 02.2023
- Led crew of up to 40 members, ensuring effective task management and team cohesion.
- Coordinated subcontractors to maintain high quality of work and timely project delivery.
- Performed concrete works, drainage and culverts, earthworks and carpentry tasks.
- Installed asphalt on roads and carparks, ensuring proper layering and compaction.
- Operated excavator and track steer for various construction tasks, ensuring efficient material handling.
- Ensured compliance with workplace health and safety standards by implementing corrective protocols, resulting in reduced incidents and injuries.
Leading Hand
Currumbin Constructions Formwork Pty Ltd
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Supported highrise construction projects through on-site task execution, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Installed structural framework to enhance project integrity and support.
- Prepared construction sites by clearing debris and setting up equipment, facilitating efficient project initiation.
- Working at heights on suspended decks, step downs.
- Leveraged extensive knowledge of standard operating procedures and quality concepts.
Education
Carpentry and Joinery Trade Certificate -
Hobart TAFE
Hobart, TAS12-1995
High School Diploma -
St Pat's College
Launceston, TAS12-1991
Skills
- Project scheduling
- Compliance monitoring
- Quality control
- Workplace safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment upkeep
- Excavator operation
- Track Steer operation
- Site plan interpretation
- Carpentry
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- People management
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Commercial Hotel Lake Boga
06.2025 - Current
Carpenter
Self Employed
04.2023 - 06.2025
Rescue Team Leader (Volunteer)
State Emergency Service - Kiama Unit
01.2018 - Current
Civil Construction Supervisor
Donelly Civil
05.2017 - 02.2023
Leading Hand
Currumbin Constructions Formwork Pty Ltd
06.2015 - 05.2017
Carpentry and Joinery Trade Certificate -
Hobart TAFE
High School Diploma -
St Pat's College