Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Jake Kearney

Footscray,VIC

Summary

Quality-focused carpenter/formworker, experienced in both residential and commercial construction. Timely and efficient working style, both collaboratively and individually. Reliable and focused on achieving high-quality results, while being committed to following safety code regulations.


Currently looking for opportunities within the commercial setting, where I can utilize more of my extensive carpentry skills.


Prepared to acquire any additional tickets prior to commencement, where necessary.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Formwork Carpenter

Form 700
09.2023 - 07.2025
  • Constructed and assembled formwork systems for various concrete structures in a jump-form system.
  • Collaborated with leading hands/project managers to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Read blueprints and drawings to understand dimensions and design of form structure.


* Worked in the core

  • Forming up doors.
  • Preparation for pre-cast panels.
  • Installing pockets, uni-struts, starter bars and penetrations,
  • Hanging, plumbing and locking up shutters.
  • Vibrating and pouring concrete.
  • Stripping of doors/pockets etc after pouring.


* Worked on the deck

  • Cutting and measuring ply.
  • Laying Bondek.
  • Installed beams.
  • Built stop ends.
  • Installed set downs & handrails.
  • Forming up walls & columns.
  • Levelling deck heights.
  • Stripping of walls/columns/stop ends etc after pouring.

Formwork Carpenter

Pearl Concrete
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Read blueprints and drawings to understand dimensions and design of form structure.
  • Communicated daily with job site supervisor to discuss milestones and update project schedule.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge or laser measurement.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.

Formwork Carpenter

Linear Contractors
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Observed all OHS and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Read blueprints and drawings to understand dimensions and design of form structure.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Communicated daily with Site Managers to discuss milestones and determine if project was on schedule.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
  • Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
  • Assembled structures by working with forming systems, tools and range of equipment.
  • Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
  • Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
  • Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
  • Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
  • Cut and installed insulation for residential and commercial buildings.
  • Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.

Qualified Carpenter

Ingrained Carpentry
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Mentored and managed apprentices throughout their consecutive years of on-the-job learning
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
  • Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.

Apprentice Carpenter

Ingrained Carpentry
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Worked with master carpenters to complete building works for residential customers.
  • Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
  • Identified product defects and brought to job foreman for resolution.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.

Education

RIIWHS204E Work Safely At Heights
07-2025

Yellow Card BL SL
07-2025

High Risk Work License BL
07-2025

Carpentry Apprenticeship

Victoria University
01.2016

Skills

  • Hand and power tool operation experience
  • Comfortably interpret site plans and drawings
  • Precision and accuracy with tasks
  • Adaptable and flexible work style
  • Large scale commercial site experience
  • Exceptional finish carpentry skills

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Formwork Carpenter

Form 700
09.2023 - 07.2025

Formwork Carpenter

Pearl Concrete
04.2023 - 06.2023

Formwork Carpenter

Linear Contractors
01.2023 - 04.2023

Qualified Carpenter

Ingrained Carpentry
01.2019 - 01.2023

Apprentice Carpenter

Ingrained Carpentry
01.2016 - 01.2019

RIIWHS204E Work Safely At Heights

Yellow Card BL SL

High Risk Work License BL

Carpentry Apprenticeship

Victoria University
Jake Kearney