Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Other certificates Skid steer operations
Additional Information
Timeline
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Colin Potts

Colin Potts

Malanda,QLD

Summary

Adept Plumber with extensive experience at Waste Water Consultant, showcasing expertise in piping installation and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Renowned for upgrading outdated systems, enhancing property value, and mentoring junior staff. Achieved consistent client satisfaction through efficient diagnostics and repairs, blending technical prowess with superior customer service.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plumber

Waste Water Consultant
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
  • Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
  • Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
  • Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
  • Ensured safety compliance during all projects, adhering to strict industry regulations and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of existing plumbing systems, identifying potential problems before they escalated into expensive repairs for clients.

Mine Shut Down

Various
01.2017 - 11.2024

Byblos construction Tom price (RIO Tinto)

Camp, mine site, town and domestic plumbing maintenance 2021-2022

CAP International

FQM Ravensthorpe Nickel mine December 2019

Trade assistant

Duties – servicing and maintaining Larox plate filter

CAP International

Newmont Boddington gold Mine November 2017 ongoing work

Trade assistant

Duties – servicing and maintaining Larox plate filter

TIS recruitment

KCGM Gold mine January 2019

Duties - Confined Space Sentry

CAP International

Newmont Boddington Gold Mine March 2019 ongoing work

Trade assistant

Duties – servicing and maintaining Larox plate filter

Plumbee

Wet Tropics Plumbing
12.2021 - 10.2023

4870

Duties-

  • Commercial and Domestic property maintenance
  • Under slab drainage and water installation as well as stack work installations
  • Roughing in and final fit off in new and existing renovations in domestic and commercial buildings
  • Installation and maintenance of Hot water services
  • Gutter and storm water systems installation i.e. Rainwater tanks, storm water pit and submersible pump systems
  • Concrete spoon Drain construction and storm water trench installation
  • Minor roof repairs, re screw and flashing
  • Leak detection and repair
  • Storm water and sewer blockage clearing using high power pressure jet and rodding techniques and repairing breakages
  • Measuring out and quoting for various plumbing applications
  • Experience in bio septic systems
  • Supervising of apprentices
  • ties-Commercial, Mine site and Domestic property maintenance
    Under slab drainage and water installation as well as stack work installations
    Roughing in and final fit off in new and existing renovations in domestic, mine site and camp and commercial buildings
    Installation and maintenance of Hot water services (Electric and Gas)
    Gutter and storm water systems installation i.e. Rainwater tanks, storm water pit and submersible pump systems
    Minor roof repairs, re screw and flashing
    Leak detection and repair
    Storm water and sewer blockage clearing using high power pressure jet and rodding techniques and repairing breakages
    Measuring out and quoting for various plumbing applications
    Service and installation of gas appliances and fixtures
    Excavate using Vac truck and trailer where risk of contact with high voltage, Telstra and fibre optic cables was
    Filling out Safe work methods
    Connection of demountable buildings to water on mine sites and camps
    Welding of poly water and rising mains
    Servicing of drinking water treatment and filter plant for town water supply

Plumber

Angel Plumbing
03.2019 - 12.2020
  • ommercial and Domestic property maintenance
  • Under slab drainage and water installation as well as stack work installations
  • Roughing in and final fit off in new and existing renovations in domestic and commercial buildings
  • Installation and maintenance of Hot water services (Electric and Gas)
  • Gutter and storm water systems installation i.e. Rainwater tanks, storm water pit and submersible pump systems
  • Minor roof repairs, re screw and flashing
  • Leak detection and repair
  • Storm water and sewer blockage clearing using high power pressure jet and rodding techniques and repairing breakages
  • Measuring out and quoting for various plumbing applications
  • Service and installation of gas appliances and fixtures

Plumber and Gas Fitter

Raine Plumbing
01.2014 - 03.2019

LD

Duties-

  • Commercial and Domestic property maintenance
  • Under slab drainage and water installation as well as stack work installations
  • Roughing in and final fit off in new and existing renovations in domestic and commercial buildings
  • Installation and maintenance of Hot water services
  • Gutter and storm water systems installation i.e. Rainwater tanks, storm water pit and submersible pump systems
  • Concrete spoon Drain construction and storm water trench installation
  • Minor roof repairs and flashing
  • Leak detection and repair
  • Storm water and sewer blockage detection using sewer camera and sonar, clearing using high power pressure jet and rodding techniques and repairing breakages.
  • Sewer and storm water pipe relining 60mm-100mm diameter pipe patch repair
  • Gas line installation and fit off in domestic and commercial buildings
  • Solar hot water system installations
  • Measuring out and quoting for various plumbing applications

Landscaper/Gardener

Perosa Gardening and Landscaping
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance
  • Landscape assistant and Labourer
  • Garden Clearance
  • Garden Regenerating
  • Weed, Pest and Disease Identification and Control
  • Gardening advice
  • Identification of Native plants
  • Demolition of Mount Cootha walking trail using excavator, dingo skid steer and appropriate hand tools.
  • Build stairs and spoon drains using moulded steps and natural stone for the drains
  • Bank stabilisation using plants and gables
  • Helping the mason build Stone walls
  • Installation of stair railing
  • Installation of temporary mains water supply

Poultry Farm Assistant

Kiony Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 01.2011
  • Pruning and care of Banana plantation.
  • Pruning and fertilisation of various citrus plants.
  • General maintenance of grounds.
  • Composting.
  • Weed control.
  • Pest Control.
  • Assistant on chicken farm-eggs and meat chickens.
  • Processing of meat chickens
  • Collect and sort eggs

Education

Diploma Of Education - Plumbing, Landscaping And Horticulture

Maseyiphbeli
Bulawayo Zimbabwe

Skills

  • Piping installation
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Plumbing
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Remodels and new construction

Certification

Skid steer operator

Back-flow Prevention servicing and testing endorsement

Service, test and design domestic waste water treatment plant endorsement

Working At Heights

Confined Space Entry

EWPS High Risk (above 11m)

EWPS Scissor lift

White card (Induction Card)

Other certificates Skid steer operations

Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operation

Additional Information

Back-flow Prevention servicing and testing endorsement

Service, test and design domestic waste water treatment plant endorsement

Working At Heights

Confined Space Entry

EWPS High Risk (above 11m)

EWPS Scissor lift

White card (Induction Card

Timeline

Plumbee

Wet Tropics Plumbing
12.2021 - 10.2023

Plumber

Angel Plumbing
03.2019 - 12.2020

Mine Shut Down

Various
01.2017 - 11.2024

Plumber and Gas Fitter

Raine Plumbing
01.2014 - 03.2019

Landscaper/Gardener

Perosa Gardening and Landscaping
01.2011 - 01.2014

Poultry Farm Assistant

Kiony Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 01.2011

Skid steer operator

Back-flow Prevention servicing and testing endorsement

Service, test and design domestic waste water treatment plant endorsement

Working At Heights

Confined Space Entry

EWPS High Risk (above 11m)

EWPS Scissor lift

White card (Induction Card)

Plumber

Waste Water Consultant

Diploma Of Education - Plumbing, Landscaping And Horticulture

Maseyiphbeli
Colin Potts