Jason Teale
Cherrybrook,NSW
Summary
I’m a highly skilled tradesman certified in the plumbing industry and over the years learned and excelled in the metal fabrication industry leading into fitter roles and custom car fabrication
Running my own business I’ve also had experience in leadership and supervision roles
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director/plumber/drainer/gasfitter/roofer
Hi-tec Plumbing Pty Ltd
07.2010 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Fitter
Chep Pallets
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Corresponded with supervisor to identify and carry out projects, implementing repairs, expansions and new installations according to customer requirements.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
- Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
- Maintained accurate records of job progress, materials used, and time spent on each task to support accurate billing and inventory management.
Fitter Fabricator
M&m Autopak
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Interpreted pipe schematics, isometrics and installation drawings to implement understanding of symbols, reference lines, and work points into actual installation projects.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
Steel Mesh Installer
Tensile Pty Ltd
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Implemented quality control measures during installations, ensuring that each project met or exceeded client expectations and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and successful project completion.
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring all necessary supplies were on hand for each project without excess waste or stockpiling materials.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Used appropriate PPE to reduce risks when working with electrical and communications systems.
Plumber
Scott Robinson Plumbing Pty Ltd
07.2004 - 07.2011
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
Education
Hsc -
Cherrybrook Tech High School
Cherrybrook, NSW12.2003
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Delegating Work
- Hand and power tools
- Cutting and Grinding
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Precision measuring tools
- Installation and maintenance
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Techniques
- Fastening Techniques
- Welding
- Machinery Operation
- Pneumatic Systems
- Installation and Finishing
- Job Site Setup
- Brazing and Soldering
- Pipe threading
- Pipe Hanger Installation
- Pipe installation
- Gas Line Installation
- Pipe welding
- Drain Cleaning
- Pressure testing
- Plumbing Troubleshooting
- Valve repair
- Gas Leak Detection
- Plumbing Code Compliance
Timeline
Fitter
Chep Pallets
07.2023 - 10.2023
Steel Mesh Installer
Tensile Pty Ltd
07.2021 - 07.2022
Fitter Fabricator
M&m Autopak
01.2020 - 07.2023
Owner/Director/plumber/drainer/gasfitter/roofer
Hi-tec Plumbing Pty Ltd
07.2010 - Current
Plumber
Scott Robinson Plumbing Pty Ltd
07.2004 - 07.2011
Hsc -
Cherrybrook Tech High School