John Baker
Bundaberg,QLD
Summary
Positive and reliable individual with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environments, ensuring safety and efficiency. Capable of understanding rigging principles and techniques, and adept in handling and maintaining equipment. Experienced in all aspects of carpentry and committed to contributing to safe and effective operations.
Adept Construction Manager with a proven track record at WA Kaolin, expertly managing multiple projects to completion within strict timelines, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and team leadership. Skilled in OSHA compliance and fostering teamwork, I've significantly mitigated risks, ensuring projects meet stringent health and safety standards.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Manager
WA Kaolin
11.2022 - Current
- Managed contractors and directly participated in rigging operations.
- Supervised team of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Collaborated closely with clients to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Kept site compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards early in the planning stages, mitigating delays or complications.
Construction Contractor
Kinvale Developements
10.1997 - 08.2022
- Performed detailed framing and finishing carpentry tasks.
- Supervised a contracting team in the construction of residential housing projects.
- Scheduled material deliveries to maintain continuous workflow.
- Worked closely with project managers and different trades to facilitate uninterrupted project progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bulli High School
Wollongong, NSWCarpentry Apprenticeship
Wollongong TAFE
WollongongSkills
- Hazard identification
- OSHA compliance
- Lifting techniques
- Load calculation
- Signal communication
- Structural assembly
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team leadership
- Health and safety compliance
Accomplishments
Ran my own construction contracting business for over 25 years.
Employed and trained numerous apprentices.
Married for 38 years with 4 grown children.
- Led major renovations on old residential properties.
- Framed and finished all new construction of numerous large single-family home developments.
- Involved in youth work with my wife for a number of decades
Certification
OHS construction Induction Rg no 0005023610
EWPA Operator Licence Yellow Card
L/N - YC611630
Licence to Perform High Risk Work
L/N - 0150534099 01
Class WP
Licence to Perform Dogging
ANN: 500321310
Timeline
Construction Manager
WA Kaolin
11.2022 - Current
Construction Contractor
Kinvale Developements
10.1997 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Bulli High School
Carpentry Apprenticeship
Wollongong TAFE
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