Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Michael Brooks

Site Manager
Bulleen

Summary

With over three decades of experience in the construction industry, I am a hardworking and professional individual who consistently achieves success in leading teams and managing projects to successful completion. My expertise lies in problem-solving and conflict resolution, with a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction. Throughout my career, I have maintained a proven track record of developing and implementing successful strategies that optimize performance, increase efficiency, and improve quality. Dedicated to delivering results and thriving in fast-paced environments where my skills can make a significant impact.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Site Manager

Edmanson Constructions
1 2017 - 9 2024
  • Was asked to join commercial builder Edmanson Constructions as one of their site managers specializing in new builds and refurbishment for schools. Projects delivered include:
  • Rossbourne School-Multipurpose Centre consisting of toilet block/storage and carpark.
  • Hume Anglican Grammar School- Arts Centre building D consisting of 6 art classrooms/toilet block/office space and outdoor basketball courts.
  • Hume Anglican Grammar School- Primary School Leaning Centre building E consisting of 6 classrooms/toilet block/office space/new play grounds and sports fields.
  • Westbourne Grammar School- Canteen refurbishment & commercial kitchen.
  • Carey Baptist Grammar School- Gadsden Sports Pavilion refurbishment.
  • St Catherines School- Science Wing upgrade.

Business Owner

Area Construction Group
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Over a brief period traded as Area Construction Group in residential building.

Carpenter

CBD Contracting Group
01.2005 - 01.2012
  • Commenced sub-contracting work with CBD Contracting
  • In the 7 years with CBD Contracting, I was involved in a variety of projects ranging from shop and restaurant fit outs, Marquee fit outs, commercial work and high end residential.
  • My role has involved overseeing jobs, running of jobs, ordering of materials, estimating of materials, coordinating other trades, and reporting to administration on the progression of projects.

Carpenter

Leeda Projects
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Was involved in the internal fit out of Transport Bar at Federation Square and other restaurants within the CBD.

Carpenter

Various builders
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Based in Scotland and later London where I got my first experience at shop fitting
  • Work involved exhibition stands, which would be erected in Edinburgh, dismantled and transported all over the UK where I would be flown to then reassemble
  • Built display stands for museums on the Isle of Skye
  • Nursing home renovations in Edinburgh
  • Domestic renovations in Edinburgh
  • Restaurant fit outs in London.

Carpenter-sub contractor

Various builders
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • Employed what was to be one of 4 apprentices over a 3 and a half year period
  • Worked for builders such as Glenvill homes, Prentice Homes, and Ciconie Homes
  • Work involved frame, lock up, and fix on new homes.

Apprentice Carpenter

Various builders
01.1993 - 01.1997
  • Obtained an apprenticeship in carpentry
  • Based in Gippsland, where I did 3 years of my apprenticeship before completing my final year with a builder in Berwick
  • Work with both builders consisted of new homes involving frame, lock up, and fix with renovations in the later part of my apprenticeship
  • Qualified as a carpenter from Croydon Tafe, State Training Board Victoria.

Education

Certificate III in Carpentry -

Croydon Tafe
Croydon, VIC
01.1993 - 03.1997

Skills

Team Leadership

Site coordination

Budgeting and Cost Savings

Flexibility and Adaptability

Multitasking and Organization

Problem-Solving

Quality Assurance

Safety Monitoring

Construction supervision

Relationship Building

Certification

Certificate IV in Building and Construction

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Business Owner

Area Construction Group
01.2013 - 01.2017

Carpenter

CBD Contracting Group
01.2005 - 01.2012

Carpenter

Leeda Projects
01.2004 - 01.2005

Carpenter

Various builders
01.2000 - 01.2004

Carpenter-sub contractor

Various builders
01.1997 - 01.2000

Certificate III in Carpentry -

Croydon Tafe
01.1993 - 03.1997

Apprentice Carpenter

Various builders
01.1993 - 01.1997

Site Manager

Edmanson Constructions
1 2017 - 9 2024
Michael BrooksSite Manager