James Usher-Palmer
Kandos,NSW
Summary
Proven expertise in enhancing client satisfaction and team efficiency, notably at Stotts Painting. Skilled in spray painting and team leadership, I excel in delivering high-quality projects on time, within budget, and with zero workplace accidents. Demonstrates strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities, achieving significant improvements in productivity and safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Electrical
Sandgate Auto Electrics
Sandgate, QLD
03.2012 - 02.2014
- Ensured safety by addressing and fixing faulty wiring, lighting systems, and electronic components in vehicles.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate automotive electrical repairs.
- Boosted productivity by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
Painting Apprenticeship
Country 2 Coast Painting
Albion Park Rail, NSW
03.2014 - 03.2019
Concrete Laborer
Auzcon
Bowen, QLD
03.2019 - 05.2019
Painting Contractor
RAP Painting Services
Bowen, QLD
06.2019 - 04.2023
Painting Contractor
Stotts Painting
Mudgee, NSW
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting services on time and within budget.
- Increased team efficiency by implementing streamlined project management strategies for painting projects.
- Reduced callbacks and rework by consistently applying industry best practices in surface preparation and paint application.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials, resulting in zero workplace accidents.
Education
Kandos High School
Kandos, NSW12.2011
Skills
- OHS compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Spray painting proficiency
- Protective coatings knowledge
- Safety protocols
- Time management
- Team Player
- Safety Awareness
- Strong Work Ethic
- Expert color matching
- Team leadership
- Brush and roller skills
- Customer service
- Pressure washing
- Paint application techniques
- Surface preparation
- Stain and varnish application
- Scaffolding setup
- Paint Mixing
- Finishing Techniques
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Hand and Power Tools
- Exterior Painting
- Safety Understanding
- Blast and Paint Equipment Servicing
- Scope of Work Planning
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Attention to Detail
- Physical Strength and Stamina
Certificates
Certificate 3 in Painting and Decorating
Certificate 1 in Auto electrical
Year 12 Graduation Certificate
References
Stotts Painting- Mathew 0429406848
Country 2 Coast Painting- Wade 0402 669 076
RAP Painting- Lucas 0408014476
Timeline
Painting Contractor
Stotts Painting
05.2023 - Current
Painting Contractor
RAP Painting Services
06.2019 - 04.2023
Concrete Laborer
Auzcon
03.2019 - 05.2019
Painting Apprenticeship
Country 2 Coast Painting
03.2014 - 03.2019
Automotive Electrical
Sandgate Auto Electrics
03.2012 - 02.2014
Kandos High School