Dane Surawski
Amity Point,QLD
Summary
To obtain a position as a trades assistant where i can utilize my skills & experience to contribute to the success of your company.
Hardworking laborer with hands-on experience, supporting skilled tradesman in construction, electrical, plumbing, carpentry & concreting.
Able to lift heavy objects & perform physically demanding tasks.
Can work well in a team environment & communicate effectively with colleagues & clients.
Able to follow instructions, including attention to detail to ensure work is completed accurately & efficiency.
Able to lift heavy objects & perform physically demanding tasks.
I have a commitment to safety - including good understanding of safety procedures & the importance of wearing protective equipment.
Able to prioritize tasks, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
Lived & worked on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) & have cultural awareness & great respect of first nations peoples.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Labourer
Rocktown
Brisbane, QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Cross River Rail project, Brisbane CBD - working alongside Crete Action manager Joe Barker in the construction of concrete infrastructure.
- inductions attended for sites including Brisbane Metro Project, Albert Street & Woolloongabba.
Arborist Labourer
Straddie Tree Care
Dunwich, QLD
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported tree climbers and crew leaders working on ground and aloft.
- Removed, pruned and maintained trees and other vegetation.
- Operated hand and power tools, including safe use of wood chipper.
- Cared for trees through watering, branch removal and pruning.
- Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saw.
Trades Assistant
HTS Constructions Pty Ltd
Tanami, Dead Bullock Soak, NT
11.2022 - 01.2023
- HTS Constructions is an integrated construction & management company for remote infrastructure.
- Able to live & work in remote locations.
- Asssisted skilled trades in areas such as carpentry, electricians, plumbers & concreters
Trades Assistant
HTS Constructions Pty Ltd
Gairdner, WA
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted skilled trades in areas such as carpentry, electricians and plumbers with advanced tasks.
- Drove and utilized company vehicle to transport tools, materials, equipment and supplies to work sites.
- Supported facility maintenance team with basic and semi-skilled building repair work.
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Arranged concrete forms and spread concrete in uniform and level fashion.
- Maintain exceptional attendance and punctuality throughout my employment.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
Landscape Labourer
Minjeriribah Camping
Dunwich, N Stradbroke Island, QLD
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
- Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
- Trimmed around trees and bushes.
- Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Used zero-turn, traditional riding lawn mowers and self-propelled mowers to mow residential and commercial lawns.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Eliminated undesirable weeds and pests by physically removing problems or applying chemicals.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Applied chemicals to control weeds, reduce insect infestation and maintain soil fertility.
- Pruned and trimmed hedges, trees and shrubs with chainsaws and shears.
Groundskeeper
Redlands City Council/Precision Labour Hire
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
- Moved leaves and grass clippings using leaf blower.
- Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune hedges, trees and shrubs.
Commercial Fisherman - Beach Netting
Jarlum Fisheries
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Used various marine equipment to locate fish and determined proper areas to cast nets.
- Packed fish on ice in commercial esky's to maintain freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Completed minor repairs and general maintenance and shipboard equipment to keep machinery operational.
- worked as a part of cohesive crew in casting nets for beach netting mullet
Land Management Traineeship
Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC)
Dunwich, QLD
04.2020 - 06.2020
- trained in various aspects of grounds keeping practices - including correct use of ride on mowers, chainsaws, brush-cutters, pole saws, tree felling & weed eradication.
- Grounds Maintenance
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
08.2019 - 03.2020
Commercial Fisherman - Beach & Bay Netting
Jarlum Fisheries
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Mullet beach netting
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
North Stradbroke Island, QLD
03.2017 - 03.2018
Education
Work Safely At Heights RIWHS204E
Kallibr Training
Salisbury, QLD03.2023
Operate & Maintain a 4WD Vehicle
Australian Advanced 4WD Driver Education
Brendale QLD10.2021
Operate Side By Side Utility Vehicles
Australian Advanced 4WD Driver Education
Brendale QLD10.2021
Cert 111 in Arboriculture
Training For Trees Pty Ltd
Kenmore East08.2021
Basic Emergency Life Support/CPR & First Aid
First Aid Advantage
Mackay QLD03.2021
High School Diploma -
Seton College
Mount Gravatt East, QLD12.2016
High School Diploma -
Cleveland District High School
Cleveland, QLD03.2014
Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Physical Strength
- Basic Mathematics
Additional Information
- QUEENSLAND DRIVERS LICENSE 127 893 012
- QUEENSLAND WHITE CARD RTO NO: 1831
Referees
- JOE BARKER - Crete Action
Manager/owner & main concreter - Brisbane CBD
Mob: 0498 257 535
email: Creteaction@outlook.com
- GEORGE CARUANA - Straddie Tree Care
Head Arborist - owner & operator, Dunwich Qld
Mob: 0419 785 444
email: straddietreecare@gmail.com
- JAMES KYLE - HTS Constructions Pty Ltd
Site Supervisor - Dead Bullock Soak, Tanami NT
Mob: 0427 387 203
james.kyle@htsconstructions.com.au
- WARREN SCHMIDT - Tony Surawski Concreting
Head Supervisor & contractor
Mob: 0408 772 432
noahwazza2011@hotmail.com
Timeline
Concrete Labourer
Rocktown
07.2023 - Current
Arborist Labourer
Straddie Tree Care
01.2023 - 06.2023
Trades Assistant
HTS Constructions Pty Ltd
11.2022 - 01.2023
Trades Assistant
HTS Constructions Pty Ltd
08.2022 - 11.2022
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
06.2021 - 08.2022
Landscape Labourer
Minjeriribah Camping
10.2020 - 01.2021
Groundskeeper
Redlands City Council/Precision Labour Hire
09.2020 - 10.2020
Commercial Fisherman - Beach Netting
Jarlum Fisheries
06.2020 - 09.2020
Land Management Traineeship
Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC)
04.2020 - 06.2020
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
08.2019 - 03.2020
Commercial Fisherman - Beach & Bay Netting
Jarlum Fisheries
03.2018 - 08.2019
Concrete Labourer
Tony Surawski Concreting
03.2017 - 03.2018
Work Safely At Heights RIWHS204E
Kallibr Training
Operate & Maintain a 4WD Vehicle
Australian Advanced 4WD Driver Education
Operate Side By Side Utility Vehicles
Australian Advanced 4WD Driver Education
Cert 111 in Arboriculture
Training For Trees Pty Ltd
Basic Emergency Life Support/CPR & First Aid
First Aid Advantage
High School Diploma -
Seton College
High School Diploma -
Cleveland District High School
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