Matt Sanderson
Queanbeyan,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Construction Professional experienced in diverse roles within construction and logistics. Delivered exceptional service by efficiently transporting and handling items while adhering to safety protocols and ensuring client satisfaction. Committed to fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards of site cleanliness, contributing to the enhancement of public green spaces.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Removalist
Blue lion
Canberra , Act
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Disassembled and reassembled furniture for safe transport.
- Wrapped fragile items with pads, blankets, and protective materials.
- Packaged items for transport, using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, blankets and shrink-wrap to prevent damage during transit.
- Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.
- Carried items safely through stairs, hallways, and tight spaces.
- Lifted heavy objects using correct lifting techniques to avoid injury.
- Followed safety procedures while handling heavy items and moving tools.
- Inspected equipment and reported damage before and after moves.
- Confirmed move details and placement needs with customers to ensure alignment with expectations.
- Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
- Assisted team members with loading and unloading tasks, working cooperatively within a team environment.
- Communicated with customers regarding moving needs and deadlines.
- Delivered excellent customer service throughout the moving process, enhancing customer satisfaction and trust.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve any issues that may arise during move; maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
- Received instructions from the supervisor regarding job assignments and followed them carefully.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area; dispose of any debris created during move in an appropriate manner according to company guidelines.
- Secured items in the truck by strapping over protective padding.
Removalist
Kent
Canberra , Act
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Braced, padded and supported items in packages to prevent shifting and damage.
- Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner.
- Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
- Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.
- Braced, padded and supported items in packages to prevent shifting and damage.
- Packaged items for transport, using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, blankets and shrink-wrap to prevent damage during transit.
- Moved materials and pallets between designated areas within the facility to ensure timely access.
- Carried heavy items through tight spaces while protecting customer property.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Completed paperwork accurately including inventory lists of all items moved and delivery receipts.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to safely lift and transport heavy objects, minimizing risk of injury.
Civil/Landscaper
D group
Canberra , Act
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained D group grounds through mowing, edging, and trimming to ensure aesthetic appeal and healthy landscapes.
- Planted shrubs, flowers, and seasonal beds across D group properties
- Operated landscaping tools and equipment for daily site care
- Monitored irrigation systems and adjusted watering schedules for plant health
- Pruned trees, hedges, and bushes to support clean appearance
- Removed weeds, litter, and debris from D group outdoor areas
- Prepared soil, mulch, and beds for new landscape installs
- Coordinated with D group team on routine site maintenance tasks
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power tools to create well-maintained grass areas. using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Enhanced property appearance and supported plant health by maintaining garden areas and landscaping greenery.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth and debris to ensure safe and accessible passage for visitors. of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
Removalist
Balfran
Canberra , Act
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Loaded Balfran moving trucks with furniture and boxed household goods.
- Unloaded customer belongings at Balfran relocation sites carefully.
- Wrapped furniture with blankets, tape, and protective materials.
- Packed fragile items using Balfran packing standards and labels.
- Disassembled and reassembled furniture for Balfran residential moves.
- Secured cargo inside trucks to prevent shifting during transport.
- Communicated with Balfran crew members to coordinate move schedules.
Traffic Controller
Lack
Canberra
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed traffic flow and monitored intersections to ensure the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
- Directed traffic through Managed traffic in work zones to ensure safety and efficiency. and active lane closures
- Monitored vehicle flow around Coordinated vehicle flow around crews to minimize disruption. and pedestrian crossings
- Communicated control instructions by radio with Lack supervisors and drivers
- Enforced safety procedures during road changes and site operations
- Coordinated detours and access routes for Lack deliveries
- Managed setup and removal of temporary traffic control equipment and signs.
- Directed vehicles around construction sites and flagged drivers through blocked roads.
- Set up barricades, cones, and signage for Set up access points for Lack site to ensure smooth entry and exit.
- Directed pedestrians across busy streets and around construction sites.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing direction to drivers and managing the flow of vehicular traffic.
- Inspected traffic control devices such as signs, signals and pavement markings for proper installation and visibility.
Window Manufacturer
Monaro windows
Fyshwick , Act
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Fabricated custom window frames for residential and commercial orders at manufacturing plant
- Measured, cut, and assembled glass, vinyl, and aluminum window components
- Operated saws, presses, and hand tools for window production tasks
- Inspected finished windows for fit, alignment, and surface defects
- Sealed window units and applied weatherproof materials to assembly parts
- Followed safety procedures and maintained clean workstations in window factory
- Supported shipping preparation, packaging, and order labeling for outgoing windows
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Researched industry trends and best practices related to window manufacturing processes.
- Assisted in designing and fabricating windows for residential and commercial properties.
- Inspected windows regularly to identify any problems or potential issues.
- Provided training sessions for staff members on how to properly assemble window components.
Window labourer
Ranstad
Queanbeyan , Nsw
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Fabricated custom window frames for residential and commercial orders at manufacturing plant
- Measured, cut, and assembled glass, vinyl, and aluminum window components
- Operated saws, presses, and hand tools for window production tasks
- Inspected finished windows for fit, alignment, and surface defects
- Sealed window units and applied weatherproof materials to assembly parts
- Loaded raw materials and moved finished product through production areas
- Followed safety procedures and maintained clean workstations in window factory
- Supported shipping preparation, packaging, and order labeling for outgoing windows
Labourer
Advanced kitchens
Queanbeyan , Nsw
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Labourer
Hays
Canberra , Act
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated power tools including saws, drills, and sanders to support project execution.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Cleared debris and dust from job sites every day to maintain safety standards. removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from the job site prior to shift completion.
Labourer
Ranstad
Canberra , Act
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Loaded and unloaded materials for employer jobsite operations.
- Prepared tools, equipment, and work areas for daily labor tasks.
- Moved supplies, debris, and materials across work zones.
- Assisted crews with demolition, cleanup, and site organization.
- Inspected equipment for safety and reported hazards to supervisors.
- Followed safety procedures and used personal protective equipment.
- Supported maintenance tasks, repairs, and general facility labor.
Labourer
Allied Pickfords
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Transported equipment between locations. and relocated computers to various offices.
- Loaded kitchen materials onto delivery vehicles. and supplies for Advanced Kitchens installations
- Transported cabinets across jobsite areas., countertops, and fixtures through jobsite work areas
- Cleared debris and organized tools in workspaces. by clearing debris and organizing tools
Bus fueller
Transport Canberra
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Refilled diesel and AdBlue across Transport Canberra bus fleet.
- Drove and fueled buses, ensuring cleanliness for next day's drivers
- Refilled diesel and AdBlue across the Transport Canberra bus fleet.
- Recorded fuel transactions in Transport Canberra maintenance systems.
- Clean buses using bus wash equipment in bus wash, check for bus chemicals and check the bus wash
Labourer
4site
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Installed kitchens in units, ensuring timely access to materials.
- Loaded kitchen materials, supplies, and equipment for daily production runs.
- Prepared work areas for efficient cabinet assembly and installation.
- Transported lumber, panels, and hardware across shop floor for assembly tasks
Demolition Labourer
Able rubbish
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Executed demolition work on residential properties, jack hammering walls and bathrooms to prepare sites for rebuilding.
- Demolished various structures, facilitating efficient cleanup for Able rubbish crews.
- Loaded debris into trucks for timely rubbish hauling, ensuring sites remained safe and accessible.
- Sorted salvage materials from demolition waste.
Labourer
Drake International
10.2017 - 08.2018
Labourer
Adecco
04.2018 - 05.2018
Labourer
Hays Recruitment
09.2017 - 01.2018
Labourer
Trak building group
02.2017 - 07.2017
Roofing
Amdm roofing
07.2016 - 10.2016
Archiving
Recall
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Systematically archived government documents to ensure organized access and compliance.
- Managed archival records for Recall clients, optimizing secure storage and retrieval workflows.
- Retrieved boxes and files for client requests following Recall chain-of-custody rules.
- Retrieved boxes and files for client requests, adhering to Recall chain-of-custody rules to maintain integrity.
Windows
Taylor's windows
03.2013 - 09.2013
Education
Queanbeyan High
Queanbeyan , NswSkills
- Load Management
- Furniture logistics
- Transport operations
- Truck loading
- Load securing
- Furniture assembly
- Packing Techniques
- Careful item handling
- Material Safety Training
- Safety Certification
- Elevated Work Safety
- Workplace safety
- Job site safety
- Hazard Awareness
- Equipment inspection
- Equipment Maintenance
- Site inspections
- Time management
- Site maintenance
- Inventory Organization
- Site Organization
- Labor Experience
- Manual labor
- Team coordination
- Team collaboration
- Customer communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Physical fitness
- Client Service
- Waste management
- Manual labor
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Client Service
Timeline
Removalist
Blue lion
05.2026 - 08.2026
Removalist
Kent
12.2025 - 04.2026
Civil/Landscaper
D group
07.2025 - 11.2025
Removalist
Balfran
01.2024 - 09.2024
Traffic Controller
Lack
09.2023 - 01.2024
Window Manufacturer
Monaro windows
12.2022 - 09.2023
Window labourer
Ranstad
02.2022 - 11.2022
Labourer
Hays
01.2021 - 09.2021
Labourer
Advanced kitchens
10.2020 - 01.2022
Labourer
Ranstad
05.2020 - 12.2020
Labourer
Allied Pickfords
02.2020 - 05.2020
Bus fueller
Transport Canberra
08.2019 - 02.2020
Labourer
4site
01.2019 - 07.2019
Demolition Labourer
Able rubbish
07.2018 - 12.2018
Labourer
Adecco
04.2018 - 05.2018
Labourer
Drake International
10.2017 - 08.2018
Labourer
Hays Recruitment
09.2017 - 01.2018
Labourer
Trak building group
02.2017 - 07.2017
Roofing
Amdm roofing
07.2016 - 10.2016
Archiving
Recall
09.2015 - 05.2016
Windows
Taylor's windows
03.2013 - 09.2013
Queanbeyan High