Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Registrations
Personal Qualities
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Dylan Thomas

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Adaptable and eager for new challenges, team-focused and results-driven Refractory Bricklayer with 25+ years of experience in Shutdowns, Civil and Construction Mining, and Refractory Projects. Strong dedication to health, safety, and environmental standards. Worked in FIFO positions in remote locations across Australia, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, New Caledonia, and Malaysia. Experienced Supervisor effectively leading team members to ensure timely project completion. Assigns tasks, provides training, and implements company procedures. Exceptional communication and listening skills for providing leadership and vision to motivate teams towards achieving goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Supervisior

Dominion-Global
06.2022 - Current
  • Fostered effective communication by providing constructive feedback and sharing knowledge across business lines.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff and provided ongoing feedback and performance evaluations for development.
  • Resolved conflicts proactively by facilitating open communication among team members and actively addressing underlying issues.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and providing consistent guidance.
  • Mentored junior team members for accelerated professional growth and skill development.
  • Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback to employees.

Refractory Bricklayer

York Linngs/ York Forter/ Beroa/ Dominion-Global
01.1998 - Current
  • Worked contractually on various construction, shutdown, and Various FIFO sites, across Australia,Asia,PNG and New Zealand.
  • Upheld company reputation for excellence through consistent adherence to high standards of workmanship and ethical conduct.
  • Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
  • Installed brick and block walls in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
  • Have a high attention to detail in installation of a quality installation of refractory Materials

Refractory Bricklayer

Andreco Hurll, Veolia, Agc Refractories
02.2011 - 02.2017

Installation of refractory materials on shutdowns for Bhp,Rio Tinto, Cement Australia ,Visy ,Bradfords, Qenos and many others

Building Maintenance

First National Real Estate
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Carried out building maintenance.
  • Assisted in the coordination of building maintenance, ensuring timely completion of repairs and minimizing disruption to tenants.
  • Provided excellent customer service when addressing tenant concerns or requests related to building maintenance.

Owner/Manager

Comfort For You Insulation
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Owned and managed an insulation business under the federal government's home energy efficiency package.

Refractory Bricklayer

York Linings International
01.1994 - 01.1998

Served bricklaying apprenticeship.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hunter Sports High-Swansea High School
Caves Beach, NSW
01.1993 - 12.1993

Skills

  • 30 Years as a Refractory Bricklayer
  • Fast Learner with great communication Skills
  • Extensive knowledge of Refractory and Acid Resistant materials and Installation Procedures in Glass,Alumina,Cement Power and Steelmaking and High Pressure Acid leaching in gold and nickel
  • Specializing In Autoclaves
  • High regards to safety and site awareness
  • Computer Literate
  • Employee Supervision
  • Fine attention to detail in all aspects of work
  • Schedule Development
  • Innovation Skills and ongoing Improvements

Registrations

  • Bricklaying Trade Certificate
  • Confined space Certificate
  • Working at Heights Certificate
  • Silica Awareness Certificate
  • S1,S2,S3-Mining Supervisor Certificate
  • OHS Green Card NSW
  • NSW Drivers Licence
  • Forklift Licence
  • Dogman licence

Personal Qualities

  • Reliable and motivated
  • Adaptable and Responsible
  • 30 years in trade without any lost time injuries
  • Hardworking and shift work not a problem
  • Willing to relocate
  • Ambitious and seeking higher goals
  • Confident with good people skills

References

  • John Russel, Project Manager, Dominion-Global, 0477-006-648
  • Troy Halliday, Senior Supervisor, Dominion-Global, 0456-030-100
  • Todd Peace, Supervisor, Dominion-Global, 0400-351-558
  • Craig Joseph, Project Manager, Dominion-Global, 0408-825-950
  • Glenn Richardson, Project Manager, Civmec, 0418-472-068
  • Bob Johnson, Superintendent, Veolia Refractories, 0411-042-294

Timeline

Senior Supervisior

Dominion-Global
06.2022 - Current

Refractory Bricklayer

Andreco Hurll, Veolia, Agc Refractories
02.2011 - 02.2017

Building Maintenance

First National Real Estate
01.2009 - 01.2010

Owner/Manager

Comfort For You Insulation
01.2009 - 01.2010

Refractory Bricklayer

York Linngs/ York Forter/ Beroa/ Dominion-Global
01.1998 - Current

Refractory Bricklayer

York Linings International
01.1994 - 01.1998

High School Diploma -

Hunter Sports High-Swansea High School
01.1993 - 12.1993
Dylan Thomas