James Orchard
Darwin,NT
Summary
- Proactive issue resolution and industry awareness have consistently elevated customer and project outcomes, underscoring my commitment to excellence.
- Demonstrated ability for rapid skills acquisition across a range of trade and service industry areas
- Ability to work autonomously to meet deadlines
- Confident and competent in the use and maintenance of a wide variety of construction equipment and machinery
- Able to work independently following written plans and applying problem solving skills
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills across industries
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a wide range of teams
- Advanced customer service and support abilities
- Ability to work with limited supervision and also as an effective team member.
- Ability to prioritise work and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sound knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in a workshop environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Formwork Trade Assistant
NT Proform Solutions
Palmerston, NT
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Maximized workflow efficiency within the team, creating detailed schedules for tasks and projects across all functional areas related to trade assistance efforts.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and resolving any logistical issues that arose.
Sales Assistant/Yardsman
Darwin New Age Caravans
Darwin, NT
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Bar Supervisor/Beverage Attendant
Bavarian Beerhouse
Mackay, QLD
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed nightly closing duties including reconciling cash registers and preparing deposits while maintaining strict security measures.
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient bar operations and service standards.
- Completed bar opening and closing procedures.
Construction Trade Assistant
CJ & HA Agius Blocklayers
Mackay, QLD
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Maximized workflow efficiency within the team, creating detailed schedules for tasks and projects across all functional areas related to trade assistance efforts.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and resolving any logistical issues that arose.
Stone Mason Trade Assistant
Contractor, Self Employed
Sydney, NSW
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication, demonstrating respect for fellow team members, and offering assistance when needed.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surfaces.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
Construction Supervisor/Assistant
R & C Masonry
Airlie Beach, QLD
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively managing resources and schedules.
- Reported quality of performance on site to site construction managers.
Construction/Carpentry Trade Assistant
GEAH Construction Services
Mackay, QLD
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Maximized workflow efficiency within the team, creating detailed schedules for tasks and projects across all functional areas related to trade assistance efforts.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring shipments and resolving any logistical issues that arose.
Education
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) -
Concordia Lutheran College
Toowoomba, QLD12.2012
Skills
- Ability to work efficiently to deadlines
- Strong organizational skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Rapid skills acquisition
- Advanced technical knowledge
Tickets and Qualifications
● Working at heights
● White card
● Scissor lift competency
● RSA certificate
● Current and valid ‘C’ Class Drivers License
Timeline
Formwork Trade Assistant
NT Proform Solutions
09.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Assistant/Yardsman
Darwin New Age Caravans
01.2022 - 10.2022
Construction Trade Assistant
CJ & HA Agius Blocklayers
07.2021 - 01.2022
Bar Supervisor/Beverage Attendant
Bavarian Beerhouse
05.2021 - 07.2022
Stone Mason Trade Assistant
Contractor, Self Employed
11.2018 - 09.2019
Construction Supervisor/Assistant
R & C Masonry
05.2018 - 09.2018
Construction/Carpentry Trade Assistant
GEAH Construction Services
08.2017 - 05.2018
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) -
Concordia Lutheran College