Dayman Foley
Caloundra,QLD
Summary
Quality-driven Plumber with over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing. Demonstrates proven expertise in project supervision, ensuring compliance with industry standards and timelines. A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement has consistently resulted in successful project outcomes. Actively seeking new challenges that foster professional growth and development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber
Aussie Tiny Houses
Coolum, QLD
07.2022 - Current
- Serving as the lead plumber.
- Oversee stock management, installation, and commissioning processes.
- The role includes training and mentoring apprentices.
- Collaborating with designers to address and resolve constructability challenges related to the plumbing aspects of tiny house projects.
- Ensuring compliance with AS/NZ 3500 standards.
Plumber
THEB Plumbing and Heating
Quebec, Canada, Quebec
04.2017 - 05.2022
- Role involved installation of plumbing and drainage systems for various residential and commercial projects.
- Responsibilities included interpreting plans, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and engaging with clients to clarify project specifications.
- Installation of plumbing systems in accordance with established codes and standards. Developed a strong understanding of the National Plumbing Codes in Canada.
- Handling troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
- Mentoring and training new employees and apprentices toward achieving their trade qualifications.
Instrument Tube Supervisor
SNC Lavalin / Kentz
Barrow Island, WA
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Responsible for leading a team of 18 pipe fitters and riggers.
- Conducting VOC assessments on employees to verify that their training was current.
- Participated in the daily pre-shift management meeting to discuss operational matters and permit interfaces.
- Engaged with all pertinent individuals necessary to achieve the desired outcomes of the project scope.
- Led pre-start and safety meetings with the work crew to ensure clarity and adherence to safety procedures.
- Confirmed understanding and compliance in regard to the permit to work procedures.
- Allocated resources effectively to establish work fronts, and mobilized equipment accordingly.
- Ensured strict environmental compliance in relation to the 'A' Class Nature Reserve. Fostered a culture of safety through open communication, observation, and constructive feedback. Maintained a thorough understanding of, and compliance with, Occupational Health and Safety standards and procedures.
- Concluded the shift and documented activities in the daily log. Provided progress updates to project planners.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
Tube Fitter
Laptek Systems
Henderson, WA
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Installed lubrication and remote grease systems in stainless steel tubing.
- Executed the installation of stainless steel tubing for train unloading operations at Rio Tinto.
- Contributed to the maintenance and operation of conveyor systems, reclaimers, stackers, and ship loaders.
- Conducted grease purging and commissioning activities while adhering to Occupational Health and Safety standards.
- Ensured a high standard of workmanship, successfully completing the project safely, and within the designated timeframe.
Plumbing Supervisor / Quality Assurance
Decmil Group
Perth/Barrow Island, WA
07.2010 - 04.2013
- Responsible for the plumbing and drainage aspects of the 'Design and Construction' phase for the 4,000-man accommodation and recreational facilities within the Chevron Gorgon Gas project.
- Fostered Incident and Injury-Free (IIF) culture.
- Duties included scheduling rosters, managing resources, and coordinating equipment for each shift.
- Liaised with and coordinated subcontractors, ensuring that materials conformed to design specifications.
- Sourced materials within budget constraints.
- Preparing testing documentation and drawings for client review, conducting field walk-downs, and creating punch lists.
- Collaborating with engineers to address constructability and material-related issues, reviewing drawings, and marking them up as necessary.
- Assisting with field supervision as needed, tracking progress, and reporting to the Superintendent and construction planners.
- Successfully guided this project to completion, achieving key performance indicators (KPIs), and project delivery objectives.
Plumbing Supervisor
Veolia Environmental Services
Perth, WA
03.2005 - 07.2010
- Responsible for the cooling water scope, overseeing smelter outages for BHP Billiton in Western and South Australia, as well as the major expansion upgrade at Alcoa's Pinjarra.
- The role included the development and coordination of plumbing requirements during the BHP smelter shutdowns in 2007, 2008, and 2009.
- Providing leadership to teams of 10 to 40 plumbers engaged in the installation of copper and stainless steel tubing.
- Collaborating with engineers, I contributed to the design of cooling circuit passages within the smelters.
- Effectively managed tasks to ensure completion during live smelting operations, both prior to and following shutdowns, which included conducting pre-testing inspections, and commissioning.
- Conduct an evaluation of employee performance.
- Promoted to superintendent and plumbing project manager.
- A strong occupational health and safety culture within the team resulted in our team receiving a BHP Safety Award.
- Commended for my management of the project, and the high quality of workmanship delivered.
Plumber
R & S Brierty
Avoca Beach, NSW
02.1997 - 01.2005
- Carried out plumbing and sheet metal work on several residential and commercial sites.
- Plumbing works – maintenance/new installations.
- Material procurement.
- Assist in the training of apprentices.
- Design of plumbing systems – residential/commercial.
- Efficient time management and task planning.
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
Education
Certificate IV - Frontline Management
National Corporate Training
12.2013
National Certificate III - Plumbing
TAFE NSW Hunter Institute
12.2001
Skills
- Plumbing maintenance
- Drainage
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Hand and power tools
- Autonomy
- Self motivation
- Leadership
- Understand construction drawings
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Residential plumbing design
- Silver and soft solder
- Hot and cold water rough-in
Certification
- Construction Induction White Card
- Working with children card 2528088/1 P, 22/01/2028
- Qld Occupational Plumbing Licence, QBCC, 20/12/25
- Drivers Licence, Queensland Transport, 06/01/27
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plumber
Aussie Tiny Houses
07.2022 - Current
Plumber
THEB Plumbing and Heating
04.2017 - 05.2022
Instrument Tube Supervisor
SNC Lavalin / Kentz
10.2013 - 05.2015
Tube Fitter
Laptek Systems
04.2013 - 10.2013
Plumbing Supervisor / Quality Assurance
Decmil Group
07.2010 - 04.2013
Plumbing Supervisor
Veolia Environmental Services
03.2005 - 07.2010
Plumber
R & S Brierty
02.1997 - 01.2005
- Construction Induction White Card
- Working with children card 2528088/1 P, 22/01/2028
- Qld Occupational Plumbing Licence, QBCC, 20/12/25
- Drivers Licence, Queensland Transport, 06/01/27
Certificate IV - Frontline Management
National Corporate Training
National Certificate III - Plumbing
TAFE NSW Hunter Institute
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