Matthew Bland
Bundamba
Summary
Diligent construction team member knowledgeable about organizing supplies, operating equipment and helping skilled workers complete demanding work. Outstanding knowledge working in commercial and residential construction.
Experienced Supervisor leading team members to on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals.
Dependable Construction worker offering 10+ years of industry experience. Extensive knowledge of plaster methods, tools and equipment. Solid work ethic with superior record of dependability.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Formwork Carpenter/Trade Assistant
LTE Structures
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted formwork carpenters with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Improved work site safety, identifying potential hazards and implementing preventative measures.
- Contributed to team morale, providing timely assistance and support where needed.
- Provided support for skilled tradespeople, leading to streamlined project execution.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship by following blueprint specifications and construction standards.
Trade Assistant
KAEFER Integrated Services
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Researched and promptly tackled problems, resulting in decreased resolution times and rise in customer retention.
- Enhanced trade operations by streamlining processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Provided essential support for tradesman, ensuring seamless event execution and positive client interactions.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
Construction Labourer
Dowells
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Prepared job sites for work plans by measuring and marking different distances.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks and mortar.
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
Plasterer
Scooter Commercial
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Applied coats of plaster to interior walls, ceilings and partitions to produce finished surfaces according to blueprints.
- Completed plaster and stucco tasks by hand or using pump sprayer.
- Maintained knowledge of industry materials, tools and equipment.
- Effectively and independently estimated quantity of materials needed to perform work.
- Attained consistent positive feedback from clients for both quality of work and level of customer service.
- Applied coats of plaster or stucco to structure surfaces using trowels, brushes or spray guns.
- Roughened undercoats with scratchers to provide bond for succeeding coats of plaster.
- Reviewed work orders, plans and blueprints and prepared materials and tools accordingly.
Supervisor
Elephants Foot Recycling Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for production positions.
- Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
Plasterer
2BK Commercial Interiors
03.2011 - 01.2015
- Applied coats of plaster to interior walls, ceilings and partitions to produce finished surfaces according to blueprints.
- Completed plaster and stucco tasks by hand or using pump sprayer.
- Maintained knowledge of industry materials, tools and equipment.
- Effectively and independently estimated quantity of materials needed to perform work.
- Roughened undercoats with scratchers to provide bond for succeeding coats of plaster.
- Reviewed work orders, plans and blueprints and prepared materials and tools accordingly.
Apprentice Plasterer
2BK Commercial Interiors
03.2007 - 03.2011
- Applied coats of plaster to interior walls, ceilings and partitions to produce finished surfaces according to blueprints.
- Maintained knowledge of industry materials, tools and equipment.
- Effectively and independently estimated quantity of materials needed to perform work.
- Attained consistent positive feedback from clients for both quality of work and level of customer service.
Education
Year 11 -
Sandgate State High School
Brisbane, QLD12.2006
Skills
- Commercial Construction
- Industrial Construction
- Refinery
- Strong Organization Skills
- Concise Time Management
- Project Requirements
- Heavy Labor
- Work Orders
- Safety Instruction
- Attentive to Detail
- Financial Management
- Contract Management
- Priority Management
- Consulting Supervisors
- Supervising Employees
- Project Management
Certification
Open manual QLD drivers license
Forklift license
Telehandler license
Gladstone industry medical pass
Construction white card
Operate elevating work platform
Operate boom type elevating work platform
Work safely at heights (within 2 years)
Enter and work in confined spaces (within 2 years)
Gas test atmospheres (within 2 years)
Respirator fit test
Basic traffic control ticket (stop/slow bat)
Mates in construction Assist & Connector competent
Rio Tinto Yarwun site inducted
Timeline
Formwork Carpenter/Trade Assistant
LTE Structures
09.2024 - Current
Trade Assistant
KAEFER Integrated Services
10.2023 - 09.2024
Construction Labourer
Dowells
12.2022 - 10.2023
Plasterer
Scooter Commercial
01.2020 - 12.2022
Supervisor
Elephants Foot Recycling Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2019
Plasterer
2BK Commercial Interiors
03.2011 - 01.2015
Apprentice Plasterer
2BK Commercial Interiors
03.2007 - 03.2011
Year 11 -
Sandgate State High School
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