Jake Wilson
Brisbane
Summary
Skilled plumbing engineer from the UK, currently in Australia on a working holiday visa. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Well-versed in health and safety regulations, ensuring high-quality work and customer satisfaction. Versatile professional with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Thrives on challenges and enjoys problem-solving, which has been valuable throughout my career.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Plumber
Eagle Rock Construction
07.2024 - Current
- Improved facility efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on plumbing systems.
- Enhanced building safety by promptly addressing and resolving emergency plumbing issues.
- Minimized project delays due to scheduling conflicts or unforeseen challenges, demonstrating adaptability when faced with changing circumstances.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on parts and materials needed for job completion.
PLUMBER/TRADE ASSISTANT
BENNCO GROUP
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Trained new plumbers in best practices, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
PLUMBER/BATHROOM FITTER
ECO-TECH HEATING SOLUTIONS
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Understand and work to plans provided
- Work closely with customers to ensure they completely understand the work being undertaken
- Worked on all types of heating systems
- Worked on all types of hot and cold systems
- Fit electric and piped underfloor heating
- Demonstrate the ability to identify and proficiently use various tools, ensuring readiness for any job
- Completed over 40 bathroom renovations (specialising in wet rooms) from the rip-out to the tiling stage. Includes all first-fix plumbing, second-fix plumbing, building timber walls, plaster boarding, waterproof boarding, and waterproofing
PLUMBER/LABOURER
O'BRIEN CONSTRUCTION
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Full bathroom and heating system installations
- Pointing brickwork and stonework, building timber walls
- I completed several builds, from marking out foundations to completion
- Steel erection
- Roofing installation
- Above ground and underground pipework
- Rendering and plaster-boarding
WAREHOUSE WORKER
REED BORDALL
01.2014 - 03.2016
STORE ASSISTANT
MORRISONS SUPERMARKET
04.2012 - 01.2013
Education
LEVEL 2 NVQ PLUMBING AND HEATING: PLUMBING AND HEATING -
LEEDS COLLEGE OF BUILDING
01.2018
NATIONAL DIPLOMA: UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES -
YORK COLLEGE
01.2010
Skills
- Remodels and new construction
- Plumbing
- Staff management
- Construction knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Safety and Compliance
- Pump maintenance
- Drain cleaning
- Tool proficiency
- Valve repair
Timeline
Maintenance Plumber
Eagle Rock Construction
07.2024 - Current
PLUMBER/TRADE ASSISTANT
BENNCO GROUP
10.2021 - 04.2023
PLUMBER/BATHROOM FITTER
ECO-TECH HEATING SOLUTIONS
02.2018 - 02.2020
PLUMBER/LABOURER
O'BRIEN CONSTRUCTION
04.2016 - 02.2018
WAREHOUSE WORKER
REED BORDALL
01.2014 - 03.2016
STORE ASSISTANT
MORRISONS SUPERMARKET
04.2012 - 01.2013
NATIONAL DIPLOMA: UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES -
YORK COLLEGE
LEVEL 2 NVQ PLUMBING AND HEATING: PLUMBING AND HEATING -
LEEDS COLLEGE OF BUILDING
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