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Ian Gillam

Seaford,VIC

Summary

Solid plasterer with over 25 years of experience in construction, seeking opportunities in assembly, manufacturing, and production. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail. Committed to continuous skill development and professional growth.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Solid Plasterer / Renderer

PPF Solid Plaster
Melbourne, Victoria
06.2016 - 02.2025
  • Rendering internal and external surfaces using sand, cement.
  • Acrylic render and texture, white set, hard set, velvet finish, texture finish, and Tuscany finish.
  • Rough cast.
  • Application of stucco finishes over concrete and masonry substrates using hand trowels, brushes, and sprayers.
  • Utilized power tools, drills, grinders, saws, sanders, and cement mixers, as required for each task.
  • Installation of polystyrene and blue board.
  • Bricklaying repair work.
  • Maintained a safe, clean, debris-free work space.
  • Mentor to a new apprentice team member.

Solid Plasterer / Renderer

Superior Plastering Ltd
Preston, Victoria
03.2011 - 06.2016
  • Supervision of projects, suggesting material requirements for a variety of residential and commercial projects.
  • Fix lightweight moldings.
  • All aspects of rendering and solid plastering.
  • Installation of polystyrene and blue board.
  • Bricklaying repairs.
  • Replace roof tiles.
  • Operate the scissor lift to work at heights.

Solid Plasterer

Various Companies
London, United Kingdom
10.1991 - 10.2010
  • Performed all aspects of the plastering trade.
  • Wet Trade Site Foreman for Belmanton Land Ltd refurbishment projects.
  • Bricklaying and brickwork pointing.
  • Carpentry work, including stud walls

Education

Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Chisholm Institute
Melbourne, VIC
12-2013

The Advanced Craft Certificate in Plastering

Hammersmith And West London College
London
05-1992

Completion of Apprenticeship in Plastering

National Joint Apprenticeship Board
Alan Miln Ltd
09-1981

The Craft Certificate in Plastering, City & Guilds

Hammersmith And West London College
London
05-1981

Skills

  • Good organisation skills
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Professionalism and a strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail
  • Leveling and straightening expertise
  • Efficient time management
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Experience in bricklaying, tiling, painting & roofing

Certification

  • OHS White Card (WorkSafe Victoria)
  • Scissor lift License, Australian Easy train Pty Ltd
  • Remedial Treatment Technicians Course

Custom

  • References available upon request

Timeline

Solid Plasterer / Renderer

PPF Solid Plaster
06.2016 - 02.2025

Solid Plasterer / Renderer

Superior Plastering Ltd
03.2011 - 06.2016

Solid Plasterer

Various Companies
10.1991 - 10.2010

Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Chisholm Institute

The Advanced Craft Certificate in Plastering

Hammersmith And West London College

Completion of Apprenticeship in Plastering

National Joint Apprenticeship Board

The Craft Certificate in Plastering, City & Guilds

Hammersmith And West London College
Ian Gillam