James Schadel
Kiama Downs
Summary
Highly efficient, well established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Correctional Officer of thirteen plus years, history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills.
Quality-focused Carpenter of 20 plus years, committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Experienced in residential,commercial, industrial and civil construction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carpenter
Programmed Industrial Maintenance
10.2023 - Current
- Based within Bluescope, Port Kembla.
- Industrial, commercial and plant carpentry and construction.
- Achieve target KPIs within sector.
- Increased safety on job sites by diligently following industry best practices, take two and JSEA guidelines during all construction tasks.
- Collaborate with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration throughout scope of works within larger construction projects.
- Mentoring of apprentices and team members to improve their technical skills and enhance overall team performance in completing various construction tasks.
Correctional Officer
NSW Corrective Services
10.2009 - 07.2023
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Achieve centre target KPIs
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain safe order of facility.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed strong organizational and communication.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Casenote inmate behavior and activities.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support inmate and officer safety.
Carpenter
JRS Constructions (self Employed)
01.2004 - 01.2023
- Specialised in residential, commercial and formwork.
- Civil construction including excavator, roller, bobcat and water cart operating.
- Large scale facility maintenance.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols, regulations and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Read and interpreted building plans to follow specifications of projects.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
Carpenter
Truss T Frames
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Generally carpentry duties
- Construction of frames and trusses
- Onsite installation of frames and trusses
- Completed apprenticeship
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Education
Generic Underground Induction -
Southern Mines Rescue
Wollongong, NSW 06.2023 - 06.2023
Certificate III Correctional Practices -
Brush Farm Academy
Sydney, NSW 10.2009 - 12.2009
Certificate III Carpentry And Joinery -
Wollongong Tafe
Wollongong, NSW 01.2001 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
Wollongong High School
Wollongong, NSW 01.1994 - 12.1997
Skills
JSEA (take 2) competent
SSW competent
Relationship building and management
Team Building & effective team member
Report preparation
Safety processes and procedures
Problem-solving skills
Machine operation
Process implementation
Written and verbal communication
Project Scheduling
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Dependable and Responsible
TICKETS
Working at heights
High risk work
EWP
Confined spaces
White card
INDUCTIONS
Bluescope (all access)
Dendrobium mine (south 32)
Generic underground
Timeline
Carpenter
Programmed Industrial Maintenance
10.2023 - Current
Generic Underground Induction -
Southern Mines Rescue
06.2023 - 06.2023
Correctional Officer
NSW Corrective Services
10.2009 - 07.2023
Certificate III Correctional Practices -
Brush Farm Academy
10.2009 - 12.2009
Carpenter
JRS Constructions (self Employed)
01.2004 - 01.2023
Certificate III Carpentry And Joinery -
Wollongong Tafe
01.2001 - 01.2004
Carpenter
Truss T Frames
01.1998 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
Wollongong High School
01.1994 - 12.1997
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