Joshua Riley
Byron Bay,Australia
Summary
Reliable and hardworking trades and labour professional with experience across telecommunications, laboratory services, civil construction, excavation, manufacturing, landscaping, and customer service environments. Proven ability to support skilled trades, operate machinery safely, and contribute effectively to team-based projects. Safety-focused, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality results. Holds a valid driver's licence, own reliable vehicle, and an Excavator Operator ticket.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Telecommunications Labourer
Haytel Telecommunications
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted directional drilling crews on telecommunications projects.
- Prepared and mixed drilling mud to required specifications.
- Welded and fused plastic piping for installation through drilled conduits.
- Assisted with trenching and excavation works using excavators and hand tools.
- Supported various civil works while maintaining WHS compliance.
RV Detailer / Handy Man
Watsons Caravans
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Delivered high-quality caravan detailing services.
- Managed detailing supplies and inventory levels.
- Delivered off-hire caravans to parks across the region.
- Assisted customers and carried out basic maintenance tasks.
Laboratory Technician
ASCT
Coffs Harbour
11.2023 - 2024
- Documented experimental procedures and results using computer systems.
- Provided technical assistance to colleagues regarding testing methods.
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment.
- Operated portable nuclear gauge across multiple work sites.
- Assisted with field sampling and excavation of test locations.
- Coffs Harbour
Sawmill Worker
Adams Sawmill
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Operated and maintained sawmill machinery.
- Lubricated equipment, sharpened blades, and performed minor repairs.
- Prepared and secured timber packs for transport.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment.
Precast Concrete Worker
Leighton's Precast Facility
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Assembled precast concrete elements for structural installation.
- Sealed joints and prepared moulds for concrete pours.
- Assisted with general labouring duties.
Store Assistant
CNW
Port Macquarie
- Provided customer service and product support.
- Conducted stock checks, invoice processing, and purchase order verification.
- Assisted with deliveries and supplier communication.
- Port Macquarie
Landscaper
Lawns and Gardens
Port Macquarie
- Maintained lawns and gardens using commercial equipment.
- Installed turf, irrigation systems, paving, decks, and small retaining walls.
- Ensured job sites were left clean and safe.
- Port Macquarie
Education
High School Diploma -
Woolgoolga High School
Woolgoolga, NSW01.2005
Skills
- Civil & telecommunications labouring
- Excavation & trenching assistance
- Excavator operation (licensed)
- Equipment & power tool operation
- Plastic pipe welding & assembly
- Communication & teamwork
- Problem solving & decision making
- Workplace health & safety compliance
- Current driver's licence & own vehicle
Key Skills Licenses
- Civil & telecommunications labouring
- Excavation & trenching assistance
- Excavator operation (licensed)
- Equipment & power tool operation
- Plastic pipe welding & assembly
- Communication & teamwork
- Problem solving & decision making
- Workplace health & safety compliance
- Current driver's licence & own vehicle
Timeline
Telecommunications Labourer
Haytel Telecommunications
01.2024 - 01.2025
Laboratory Technician
ASCT
11.2023 - 2024
RV Detailer / Handy Man
Watsons Caravans
02.2023 - 11.2024
Sawmill Worker
Adams Sawmill
04.2017 - 01.2019
Precast Concrete Worker
Leighton's Precast Facility
03.2016 - 01.2017
Store Assistant
CNW
Landscaper
Lawns and Gardens
High School Diploma -
Woolgoolga High School