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Jake Borg

Melbourne

Summary

Skilled carpentry professional with strong foundation in residential and commercial construction with over 15years experience in diverse roles. Versed in completing physically-challenging jobs and working long hours under all types of weather conditions. Familiar with New Construction Build & Preventative Maintenance with history of quickly learning new techniques and equipment operation. Reliable and results-driven with focus on delivering high-quality work on time.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Carpenter /All Round General Laborer

FLEMING'S GROUP
Melbourne, VIC
10.2022 - 11.2024
  • Planting/ Maintenance on new residential and commercial developments across Victoria
  • Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials, streamlining procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials, streamlining procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency with outside stakeholders such as our contractors and suppliers.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry safety standards and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Assist wit training off newly hired staff
  • Assisted in rostering/scheduling
  • Serviced well known organizations and councils around Melbourne metro and regional areas
  • Assessed soil conditions and selected appropriate plants to promote healthy growth in varied environments.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.

Maintenance Technician

A GRADE MAINTENANCE GRP
Melbourne, VIC
04.2021 - 09.2022
  • Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogues or suppliers.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs. Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance issues and ensure optimal equipment performance.
  • Developed and maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.

Carpenter

VCON HOMES
Melbourne, Victoria
10.2017 - 01.2021
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work
  • Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones..
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased overall efficiency in material usage and project completion times.
  • Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

General Labourer

VARIOUS JOB AGENCIES
Melbourne, VIC
03.2017 - 01.2021
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Operated and maintained wide variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Demonstrated versatility across multiple trades through effective execution of carpentry, plumbing, roof plumbing, electrical repairs when needed
  • Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.

Agencies Included: JV Recruitment, Workforce Australia, Resource Labourer Hire, MC Labourer

Education

Certificate III - Building & Construction

Victoria University
Victoria University TAFE
10.2018

Skills

  • Carpentry Basic Skills (Framing, Power & Hand Tools, Trimming, Roofing, Joinery) as well being able to Follow Instructions & Prints
  • Fast thinking and problem solving
  • Listening and respecting others
  • Worked across numerous divisions in commercial, residential and well adversely in knowledge and skills
  • Strong OH&S knowledge and follow protocol at all times to ensure safety is first
  • Work well in both team environment and independently
  • Solid work ethic

Certification

  • Full Victorian Drivers License (Manual), 2011
  • LF Forklift License,2015, Experienced
  • Working at Heights, 2016, Previous Experience
  • Telehandler License, 2017, Previous Experience
  • Level II First Aid Qualified, (HLTAID011), 2024

Timeline

Carpenter /All Round General Laborer

FLEMING'S GROUP
10.2022 - 11.2024

Maintenance Technician

A GRADE MAINTENANCE GRP
04.2021 - 09.2022

Carpenter

VCON HOMES
10.2017 - 01.2021

General Labourer

VARIOUS JOB AGENCIES
03.2017 - 01.2021

Certificate III - Building & Construction

Victoria University
Jake Borg