Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Daniel Weston

Perth,WA

Summary

Plumber with 5 years of experience, including 1 year in a supervisory role within commercial construction. Awarded Swan Chambers Apprentice of the Year and promoted to supervisor within 4 years. Skilled in leading teams on high-rise residential and commercial projects, including working in FIFO mining environments. Proven ability to manage labor, coordinate projects, ensure safety compliance, and deliver quality results on time.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leading Hand/Supervisour

Train and Retain
Perth, wa
09.2023 - Current

Leading Hand/ Supervisor

  • Supervised and coordinated plumbing teams across commercial, industrial and mining projects.
  • Managed daily site activities, workforce allocation and subcontractor coordination to ensure project milestones were achieved safely and efficiently.
  • Interpreted plans, specifications and scope requirements to deliver works in accordance with Australian Standards and client expectations.
  • Maintained strong safety performance through pre-starts, JHAs, risk assessments and compliance with site procedures.
  • Coordinated materials, equipment and labour resources to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
  • Liaised with project managers, supervisors, clients and other trades to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Oversaw installation, maintenance and commissioning of water, drainage, gas and hydraulic systems.
  • Mentored apprentices and junior tradespeople, providing training and ensuring high-quality workmanship.
  • Conducted quality inspections, defect rectification and final handovers to ensure compliance with project specifications while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

Aprentice Plumber

Bennco Group
Tom Price, wa
05.2020 - 09.2023

• Commenced FIFO apprenticeship across mine site and township infrastructure
• Assisted with maintenance and installation of plumbing systems on Rio Tinto operations
• Worked under strict mining safety and permit systems
• Developed strong safety awareness and technical trade foundations

Maintenance Scaffolder

Breight Group
Solomon, Australia
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Erect, modify and dismantle scaffolds around site
  • Prepare and complete JHA's to ensure all tasks are carried out safetly
  • Maintain existing scaffold around by doing inspections and modifications
  • Working at heights on a daily basis and always ensuring job is completed safety
  • Service and maintain scaffolding components
  • Design suitable platforms for various tradepersons in a safe and timley manner
  • Part of Breight groups 1150 days injury free

Communications Technician Leading Hand/Supervisor

Advanced Structured Cabling
Perth, Australia
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Completed 7 high rise apartment buildings with a total over 1100 apartments with Perth's biggest high rise residential and commercial apartment builder, Hanssen.
  • Provide quality work that is at a constant above average standard whilst carrying out tasks through to completion in a timely manner
  • Supervise a team of 6 including 2 Tradesman, 3 Apprentices and a Laborer
  • Promoted from a laboring position to Tradesman following a Supervisor opportunity shortly after the promotion
  • Intricate planning of cabling on high rise apartment buildings
  • Maintain a high standard of work while following as/nzs3000-3001
  • Cost Management and ordering of materials
  • Liaise with clients and business to achieve a high level and cost effective solution to suit their needs
  • Locating faults and testing final products applying attention to detail
  • Installation of telephone points, data points, CCTV, intercom systems, MATV systems, security systems, NBN pre-fit out and cable tray
  • Maintain and manage CCTV systems over various sites
  • Ensure OHS and additional procedures and regulations are followed to protect employees

Trade Assistant

Crushing Industries Australia
Moranbah, Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assisted Qualified Diesel Fitters with repair and the maintenance of complex machinery
  • Gather and locate the correct tools and parts to complete all given tasks
  • Clean and maintain the workshop to a high standard promoting and adhering to work safety protocols
  • Following OHS requirements on the mine site
  • Apply time management and commitment to my given FIFO roster
  • Gathering samples from around site and following instructions to assist the Geologist

Education

Certifcate 3 in Plumbing -

South Metro TAFE
Rockingham
09-2025

Skills

  • Planning and Scheduling
  • Attention to detail
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Organized
  • Cost Management
  • Communication and Approachable
  • Practical and Technical
  • Finding improved and safer ways to complete tasks

Certification

  • Certificate 3 in Plumbing (CPC32420)
  • Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204D)
  • Join polyethylene plastic pipes using butt welding (PMBWELD301E)
  • Join polyethylene plastic pipes using electrofusion (PMBWELD302E)
  • Gas Test Atmospheres (MSMWHS217)
  • Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations (RIIMP0320F)
  • Conduct Civil Construction Skid Steer Loader Operations (RIIMP0318F)
  • Enter and Work in Confined Space (RIIWHS202D)
  • Install, Maintain and Modify Customer Premises Communications Cabling: ACMA Open Rule (ICTCBL237)
  • Install and Terminate Coaxial Cable (ICTCBL303)
  • Joint and Terminate Coaxial Cable (ICTCBL209)
  • Install, Terminate and Certify Structured Cabling Installation (ICTCBL301)
  • Basic Scaffolding (CPCCLSF2001A)

Languages

English (native)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Family
  • Fishing
  • Football
  • Socializing
  • Cooking

References

  • Noel Stafford 0432140671 Plumbing Leading Hand/Supervisor at current builder (Hanssen) at separate site
  • Dale Richards 0420243824 Structural Foreman for Hanssen construction
  • Calum Adams 0424947488 Plumber at Hanssen construction

Timeline

Leading Hand/Supervisour

Train and Retain
09.2023 - Current

Aprentice Plumber

Bennco Group
05.2020 - 09.2023

Maintenance Scaffolder

Breight Group
01.2018 - 05.2020

Communications Technician Leading Hand/Supervisor

Advanced Structured Cabling
01.2014 - 01.2018

Trade Assistant

Crushing Industries Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013

Certifcate 3 in Plumbing -

South Metro TAFE
Daniel Weston