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Francis Tetana

Grafton,New South Wales

Summary

Highly experienced formwork carpenter with over 20 years in the civil, commercial, and residential sectors of the building industry across New South Wales, Western Australia, and New Zealand. Extensive knowledge of steel and traditional formwork systems, ensuring precise construction and durability. Recognized for being honest, hardworking, and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship. Seeking to leverage my specialized skills to continue developing and maintaining business within the Australian market.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Kidston , QLD
07.2024 - 09.2024

Kidston Hydro-Project

  • Identified potential problems before they arose through careful inspection of work areas.
  • Set out layout lines for positioning formworks according to plans provided by architects and engineers.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures and slabs.
  • Collaborated with other tradespeople onsite in order to ensure that all tasks were completed correctly and safely.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.
  • Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Sydney, NSW
01.2024 - 07.2024

Upper South Creek Wastewater Treatment Project

  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations when working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
  • Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
  • Ensured the accuracy of the formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Cut and set anchor bolts into wet concrete according to blueprints.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.

Carpenter/Concrete Patcher

Millcon
Kidston, QLD
06.2023 - 11.2023

Kidston Hydro-Project

  • Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
  • Patching dam walls and spillways.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Coutts Crossing , NSW
10.2022 - 06.2023

Coutts Crossing Bridges Upgrade Project

  • Operated power tools such as jackhammers, drills, saws, grinders. to cut and shape wood or metal components.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times on the jobsite.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including abutments, bridge piers, headstocks, and bridge decks.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Moore, NSW
09.2021 - 10.2022

Inland Rail Northstar-Narrabri Project

  • Operated power tools such as jackhammers, drills, saws, grinders. to cut and shape wood or metal components.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times on the jobsite.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including abutments, bridge piers, headstocks, and bridge decks.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Dungog, NSW
04.2021 - 09.2021

Dungog Wastewater Treatment Upgrade Project

  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations when working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
  • Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
  • Ensured the accuracy of the formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Cut and set anchor bolts into wet concrete according to blueprints.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Farley, NSW
03.2020 - 04.2021

Farley Wastewater Upgrade Treatment Project

  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations when working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
  • Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
  • Ensured the accuracy of the formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Cut and set anchor bolts into wet concrete according to blueprints.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Coffs Harbour, NSW
06.2019 - 03.2020

The Shoreline Luxury Retirement Living Project

  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations when working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
  • Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
  • Ensured the accuracy of the formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Cut and set anchor bolts into wet concrete according to blueprints.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
Grafton, NSW
03.2018 - 04.2019

Clarence Correctional Centre Wastewater Treatment Project

  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations when working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
  • Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
  • Ensured the accuracy of the formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Cut and set anchor bolts into wet concrete according to blueprints.
  • Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.

Formwork Carpenter

Pace Contracting
Grafton, NSW
01.2017 - 02.2018

New Grafton Bridge Project

  • Handled jackhammers, drills, saws, and grinders for precise measurements
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times on the jobsite.
  • Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including abutments, bridge piers, headstocks, and bridge decks.
  • Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.

Education

Trade Certificate Carpentry -

Northland Polytec
N.Z
01.1998

Skills

  • Experienced With RMD, PERI, UMAR, And Conventional Formwork
  • Forming and pouring
  • Layout planning
  • Construction safety
  • Concrete Form Construction
  • Problem-Solving
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Crew Management
  • Construction background
  • Time management abilities
  • Form systems knowledge
  • Decision Making and Prioritization
  • Communication Skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
07.2024 - 09.2024

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
01.2024 - 07.2024

Carpenter/Concrete Patcher

Millcon
06.2023 - 11.2023

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
10.2022 - 06.2023

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
09.2021 - 10.2022

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
04.2021 - 09.2021

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
03.2020 - 04.2021

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
06.2019 - 03.2020

Formwork Carpenter

Millcon
03.2018 - 04.2019

Formwork Carpenter

Pace Contracting
01.2017 - 02.2018

Trade Certificate Carpentry -

Northland Polytec
Francis Tetana