Joshua Stratton
Mordialloc,VIC
Summary
Motivated and hardworking 17-year-old seeking a plumbing apprenticeship. Recognized with the Excellence Award for outstanding work ethic and dedication at Cornish College, I have hands-on experience with plumbing materials, tools, and customer service at Bunnings. With a strong foundation in plumbing systems and problem-solving, I am eager to apply my skills, learn more in the trade, and contribute to a professional team. Known for my reliable work ethic and eagerness to grow, I’m committed to succeeding as a plumbing apprentice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bunnings Team Member
Bunning Warehouse
Melbourne, vic
11.2025 - Current
- Provided friendly customer service by helping customers find plumbing products and offering basic advice on tools and materials.
- Ensured the plumbing aisle was always clean, organized, and fully stocked, making it easy for customers to shop.
- Monitored stock levels and alerted the team when products were running low or needed reordering.
- Worked with colleagues to keep the department safe and tidy, contributing to an overall positive shopping experience.
- Assisted with keeping the store's layout and displays looking neat and appealing.
Plumbing Work Experience
The Bay's Plumbing and Gas Fitting
Melbourne, vic
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Installed, repaired, and maintained hot and cold water systems.
- Assisted with gas services, including pipe installation and appliance connections.
- Used hand and power tools safely on residential and commercial job sites.
- Action, system testing, and basic troubleshooting.
- Followed safety standards and local plumbing codes.
Landscaping Assistant
Cornish College
Melbourne, vic
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintained school grounds by mulching, cutting logs, and creating rock paths for outdoor areas.
- Used a variety of electrical and hand tools for projects, like building birdhouses and other small structures.
- Drilled, sawed, and assembled materials for outdoor projects, ensuring that accuracy and safety standards were met.
- Developed basic carpentry skills, including measuring, cutting, and assembling wood for small-scale construction tasks.
- Collaborated with classmates to plan, design, and implement outdoor landscaping solutions
- Applied problem-solving skills to overcome challenges such as log placement, leveling paths, and tool handling
On-site worker
Warrawee Homes Pty Ltd
Balnarring, VIC
08.2024 - 01.2025
- On-site worker for Warrawee Homes Pty Ltd
- Helping with building homes
- My main tasks included sweeping, removing rubbish and heavy material, and completing tasks to help them so they could focus on building
- This has also provided insight into my future direction upon leaving school
Volunteer
Chelsea Football Club and Mordialloc Football Club
Melbourne, vic
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Helped with the canteen, serving customers, cash handling, food, clean up and restocking
- Ran water and boundary umpiring
- Cleaned up after games to keep the grounds nice and tidy
Landscaping Assistant
Jim's Mowing Frankston
Melbourne, vic
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general cleanup.
- Mowing lawns
- Cleared debris and waste from job sites for safety and aesthetics.
Education
Year 11 -
Cornish College
Melbourne01.2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Flexible
- Hardworking
- Resilient
- Active listener
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning
- Site clearing
- Restocking skills
- Crew support
- Lawn Mowing
- Hedge Trimming
- Painting
- Labourer
- Cash Handling
Availability
Full-time availability
Hobbies and Interests
- I like to maintain my health and fitness by going to the Gym several times a week and participating in Sports
- In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, outdoor recreation and socialising with friends and family
References
- Steve Usher, 0418352692
- Mark Wanless, 0417352761
Certification
Plumbing Pre-apprenticeship Certificate I
Accomplishments
Excellence Award in Industry and Enterprise - Cornish College
Timeline
Bunnings Team Member
Bunning Warehouse
11.2025 - Current
Plumbing Work Experience
The Bay's Plumbing and Gas Fitting
03.2025 - 01.2026
Landscaping Assistant
Cornish College
01.2025 - 12.2025
On-site worker
Warrawee Homes Pty Ltd
08.2024 - 01.2025
Landscaping Assistant
Jim's Mowing Frankston
04.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
Chelsea Football Club and Mordialloc Football Club
01.2021 - 07.2023
Year 11 -
Cornish College