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Ethan Blankanette

Officer,VIC

Summary

Energetic, dedicated, and hardworking carpenter with extensive expertise in high-end renovations, custom builds, and structural carpentry. Known for delivering precision workmanship, high-quality finishes, and meeting project deadlines. Highly adaptable, with excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills, and a strong commitment to workplace safety and construction standards. Passionate about carpentry, always seeking to expand skills and embrace challenging projects.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Carpenter

For All Build
07.2023 - Current
  • Entering 9th year in the industry
  • Skilled in Carpentry, Cabinetry, plastering, tiling, formwork, and all aspects of high-end residential construction.
  • Proven ability to take on and successfully complete complex tasks outside of primary trade expertise.
  • Experience in managing detailed renovations and delivering exceptional finishes to exacting client standards.
  • Trusted by builders to handle challenging, high-responsibility projects from start to finish
  • Established a strong foundation for future success by upholding the highest standards in workmanship, safety, and client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined processes within the team, resulting in improved efficiency and more accurate estimations of project timelines.
  • Played a pivotal role in building a positive company culture that fostered teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among team members.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Exceeded project goals through thorough planning, design optimization, and material selection.
  • Boosted client satisfaction, addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional customer service throughout the renovation process.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to challenging renovation problems, delivering unique outcomes that met client expectations.
  • Cultivated client trust and loyalty through transparent communication.
  • Supervised installation of electrical and plumbing systems.
  • Developed safe and efficient workflows for construction projects.
  • Followed industry regulations and local building codes.
  • Assisted in site preparation and cleanup activities to ensure efficient project workflow and minimize disruptions for clients or other construction teams.
  • Performed adeptly in challenging environments, including tight spaces, to deliver top-quality results.

Cert IV Building & Construction

Builders Academy Australia
04.2025 - 04.2026
  • Gaining knowledge of Australian building codes, NCC compliance, and relevant standards
  • Developing skills in project planning, scheduling, and site supervision
  • Learning cost estimation, contracts administration, and procurement processes
  • Understanding workplace health & safety (WHS) and risk management procedures
  • Training in reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and technical drawings
  • Studying structural principles, building materials, and construction methods
  • Building leadership capabilities for managing trades and subcontractors

Lead Carpenter

T2 Constructions
10.2020 - 07.2023
  • Qualified 7 months early running fix/lock up jobs to high standards
  • Led High end Renovations/Extensions, residential homes, and addition projects to completion.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Optimized workflow by assigning tasks based on individual skills, ultimately enhancing overall team performance.
  • Earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently exceeding client expectations in both design and functionality aspects of projects.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Contributed significantly towards the company''s growth through diligent work ethic coupled with an unwavering commitment towards excellence.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Resolved issues as they arose during projects, utilizing critical thinking skills and effective problem-solving techniques for quick resolutions.
  • Maintained clean work sites, minimizing disruptions to surrounding areas during construction projects.
  • Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in construction methods, leading to increased profitability for the company.
  • Mentored junior carpenters, providing guidance on best practices and improving their skill sets.
  • Kept team members safe and job sites free of hazards by maintaining good organizational skills.
  • Delivered custom-built solutions tailored to client needs by leveraging advanced carpentry skills in various construction techniques.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
  • Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.

Carpenter Apprentice

Kevlar Carpenters
08.2017 - 10.2020
  • Reading of plans and specifications
  • Working out and estimating amount of materials
  • Set out/laser and optical layouts
  • Concrete- Excavations, Site levelling, process of constructing footings/Pads and small slabs.
  • Formwork framing/concrete reinforcement, Basic concrete finishes
  • Framing/Lock up- Site levelling, Setting out, Sub floor Systems, Wall Frames, Structural Timber beams and steel beams,Lintels, Ceiling Frames, Roof frames, Custom Framing
  • Floor/Wall straightening, Bracing and structural connectors and brackets, External Windows/Door Jambs, Yellow Tongue/Scyon/Floor boards, Soffit and facia boards. Water proofing areas
  • Fix/cladding - Basic Plaster construction, Installed Doors, Window/Door Jambs, Door trims/Architraves, Mortise Locks, Hardware, skirting, Bathroom items/Fixtures, External Cladding, Internal Cladding, Experience in custom wainscotting wall panelling and moulds. Weatherboards, Decking and finish framing
  • Fences
  • High end Renovation Work
  • High end fix finishes
  • Demolition- Demolition in a Safe matter incl. experience in use of structural needling and use of Acro props.
  • Certificate III( Currently 3rd Year Apprentice)
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Optimized workspace organization by maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment throughout each project''s duration.
  • Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for various construction projects.

Cert 2 Construction/Carpentry

Holmesglen Tafe Institute
06.2017 - 06.2017
  • Carpentry hand tools
  • Exercise's to practice and master different skills for each hand tool. E.g careful hammering, mitre cuts, compound cuts, scribing, precise measuring, chiselling, use of planer and much more.
  • Introduction to demolition
  • Basic set out - Site set out using a plan to set up hurdles, string lines, laser level
  • Formwork for concreting
  • Dug out and set up formwork for a slab on ground in a group
  • Sub-floor framing-
  • Set up a simulated version of a sub floor frame that include stumps, bearers and joists
  • Carpentry power tools
  • Exercise's to practice and master different skills for each power tool, e.g mitre cuts, drop/sliding/ circular saw compound angle cuts, use of nail guns, routers, sanders, planers
  • Roof framing
  • Conventional, hip , gable and hip and valley roof.
  • Pitching a roof, structures for the roof and the different cuts for rafters, creepers etc.
  • Building structures
  • Workplace documents and plans
  • Basic reading of plans
  • Wall framing
  • The structure and process of wall framing including set out, building, plumbing and bracing the frame
  • Safe handling and use of plant and selectable portable power tools
  • Safe use of power tools to prevent any hazards and dangers
  • Installation of window and door frames
  • Process of installing a door and window, plumb and levelled, parallel even gaps
  • Quality principles for the construction industry
  • Quality processes and identifying defects in work
  • Work safely in the construction industry
  • PPE and careful use of tool and materials
  • Workplace safety and site induction
  • Levelling
  • Use of spirit level, dumpy level and laser level
  • Introduction to scaffolding and working platforms
  • Interior fixings
  • Architraves and skirting
  • Basic emergency life support
  • Level 1 first aid and CPR

IGA
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Greetings and appreciative
  • Cash handling skills
  • Strong customer relationship builder
  • Ability to handle/resolve problems
  • Gained experience dealing with difficult customers
  • Shelf filling

Crew Member

McDonald's
01.2014 - 2016
  • Chef and food safety skills - Procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
  • Time-management and organisational skills - High standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
  • Leadership and teamwork skills - Communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management
  • Cross-trained and coordinated scheduling with team members to ensure seamless service
  • Cleaning and maintaining a hygienic work area
  • Cash and EFTPOS handling
  • Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.

Education

VCE -

Rowville Secondary College
Rowville, VIC
01.2016

Certificate II - Carpentry

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
10-2017

Certificate III - Carpentry

Murray Mallee Training Co.
Melbourne, VIC
12-2021

Certificate IV - Building & Construction

Builders Academy Australia
Melbourne, VIC
04-2026

Skills

  • Leading hand experience, supervising trades and crews
  • Strong focus on safety and keeping work areas clean and efficient
  • Structural carpentry and Custom finish carpentry
  • Precision measuring, set-outs, and plan reading
  • High-end renovations and custom builds
  • All Aspects Carpentry,Formwork,Plastering, tiling, and finishing trades
  • Strong problem-solving and adaptability
  • Ability to take on challenging tasks outside core skills
  • Great in Teams
  • Safety awareness
  • Technical problem solving
  • Repair expertise
  • Quality assurance

Certification


  • CONSTRUCTION "WHITE CARD"

Timeline

Cert IV Building & Construction

Builders Academy Australia
04.2025 - 04.2026

Lead Carpenter

For All Build
07.2023 - Current

Lead Carpenter

T2 Constructions
10.2020 - 07.2023

Carpenter Apprentice

Kevlar Carpenters
08.2017 - 10.2020

Cert 2 Construction/Carpentry

Holmesglen Tafe Institute
06.2017 - 06.2017

IGA
01.2016 - 01.2017

Crew Member

McDonald's
01.2014 - 2016

VCE -

Rowville Secondary College

Certificate II - Carpentry

Holmesglen Institute of TAFE

Certificate III - Carpentry

Murray Mallee Training Co.

Certificate IV - Building & Construction

Builders Academy Australia

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