David James Lawrence
Frankston South,VIC
Summary
Carpenter/Builder/Rigger with over 18 years of experience, first in domestic building and then in commercial construction. Accumulated extensive knowledge in high-rise building, installing numerous varieties of facade systems.
As a site manager I became skilled in effective communication and problem-solving, leading teams to enhance safety compliance and streamline operations. Committed to delivering high-quality results in large-scale construction projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Intermediate Rigger/Carpenter
IJBuild
Melbourne, VIC
01.2023 - Current
- Operated rigging equipment to lift and move heavy materials safely (structual steel/glass/cladding)
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitor activities of other workers involved in the rigging process to ensure safe operation of all equipment used.
- Assisted in measuring and cutting materials to ensure accurate fit.
- Operated hand and power tools safely during installation processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline installation workflows on recent big build projects in Melbourne. Eg Metro tunnel, Westgate Tunnel Project
Site Manager/Carpenter/Rigger
Unique Facade
Melbourne , VIC
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations of facade installation projects. Eg Crane/Logistics/Carpentry crews
- Supervised site safety practices and compliance with regulations.
- Assigned tasks and delegated responsibilities among team members.
- Maintained records of inventory, assets, personnel and other relevant data.
- Installed steel columns, beams, braces and girders according to specifications using cranes, hoists, rigging gear and hand tools.
- Attached rigging to objects that needed lifting during construction activities.
- Demonstrated basic carpentry skills and advanced knowledge of floor refinishing hand tools and power equipment maintenance.
- Installed pre-fabricated aluminum frames, windows, doors, siding, and other components.
Carpenter/Dogman/Site Manager
Colab Facade
Melbourne, VIC
02.2016 - 08.2021
- Constructed and installed wooden/aluminum and steel frameworks for various building projects. Worked confidently with glazing and cladding systems, building everything facade-related.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project specifications were met.
- Operated power tools and equipment safely and efficiently on job sites.
- Operated rigging equipment to lift and move heavy materials safely.
- Inspected rigging tools for safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Managed daily site operations to ensure project efficiency and safety compliance.
Carpenter/Dogman
Facade Design International
Frankston South, VIC
04.2012 - 02.2016
- Installation of Aluminum, Glass and steel systems including: Cladding, Curtain wall, Window wall, Automated Doors, Balustrade, Skylights, Pergolas
- Confident with all aspects of facade typical to high rise structures
- Familiar with cranes and rigging systems
Education
Cert IV in Building And Construction
Builders Academy Australia
St Kilda, VIC08-2015
Cert. III in Carpentry (Timber/Aluminium/Glass)
Chisholm Institute
Frankston, VIC03-2012
High School Diploma -
John Paul College
Frankston South 11-2004
Skills
- Rigging techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Structural installation
- Material handling
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Certification
WP, DG, RI, EWP
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intermediate Rigger/Carpenter
IJBuild
01.2023 - Current
Site Manager/Carpenter/Rigger
Unique Facade
08.2021 - 01.2023
Carpenter/Dogman/Site Manager
Colab Facade
02.2016 - 08.2021
Carpenter/Dogman
Facade Design International
04.2012 - 02.2016
Cert IV in Building And Construction
Builders Academy Australia
Cert. III in Carpentry (Timber/Aluminium/Glass)
Chisholm Institute
High School Diploma -
John Paul College