Danny Laith Burridge
Scarborough,QLD
Summary
Adept at fostering teamwork and enhancing workplace safety, I spearheaded efficiency improvements at Pickering Smash Repairs and excelled in diverse roles from Drillers Offsider to Bartender. My expertise in equipment maintenance and exceptional organizational skills contributed to significant project successes, showcasing my ability to multitask and maintain high productivity across varied environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drillers Offsider
Schneider Drilling
Brendale Qld
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted in successful drilling operations by handling drill rods, casings, and other necessary materials.
- Aided in incident prevention with vigilant observation of surroundings and quick response to potential hazards.
- Facilitated optimal drilling performance by preparing and maintaining mud systems according to specifications.
- Provided essential support during rig moves, ensuring a seamless transition from one location to another.
- Ensured safety on the worksite through proper rigging practices and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive atmosphere that enhanced cooperation on projects.
- Promoted a clean worksite environment through regular housekeeping tasks and proper waste disposal methods.
- Organized materials to prepare for use.
- Cleaned up work areas and removed debris after completion of extraction activities.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Operated and serviced trucks, backhoes, forklifts, generators, engines, pumps, and other types of equipment.
Paint Shop Manager/ Spraypainter
Pickering Smash Repairs
Brisbane, QLD
10.2010 - 02.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely completion of painting projects and attention to detail.
- Improved paint shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and workflow management.
- Oversaw maintenance of equipment, making certain that tools were in proper working condition for optimal performance.
- Led regular team meetings to discuss progress updates on current projects as well as any upcoming challenges or opportunities within the industry or company operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and ensure a high level of craftsmanship in all completed projects.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing on materials for increased profitability.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies for all painting projects.
- Implemented a system for tracking project progress, allowing for real-time updates and facilitating better communication among team members.
- Reduced waste by optimizing paint usage and recycling materials, leading to cost savings.
- Celebrated team successes by recognizing individual contributions, fostering a positive work environment and boosting employee morale.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Bartender
Kedron-Wavell Services Club
Chermside, QLD
02.2008 - 08.2010
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
- Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
- Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Education
Cobram Secondary College
Cobram, VICSkills
- Workplace safety
- Hand-eye coordination
- Pipe handling
- Soil sampling
- Reliability and punctuality
- Core recovery
- Hazardous materials handling
- Drilling techniques
- Environmental awareness
- Vehicle maintenance
- Borehole sampling
- Type tool maintenance
- Core drilling
- Horizontal directional drilling
- Mechanical maintenance
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Heavy lifting
- Physical strength
- Waste disposal
- Site preparation
- Self motivation
- First aid certification
- Record keeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Site clearing
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
Certificate 3 in automotive refinishing
Standard 11 course
Hr licence
Timeline
Drillers Offsider
Schneider Drilling
09.2023 - 12.2024
Paint Shop Manager/ Spraypainter
Pickering Smash Repairs
10.2010 - 02.2020
Bartender
Kedron-Wavell Services Club
02.2008 - 08.2010
Cobram Secondary College