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Michael Catherine

Berwick,Victoria

Summary

Proven expert in plumbing and bricklaying, with a track record of enhancing property value through high-quality craftsmanship at Ware Plumbing. Skilled in general maintenance and adept at problem-solving, I consistently exceed client expectations. My leadership in training juniors and my ability to efficiently resolve emergency situations highlight my commitment to excellence and teamwork.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Qualified Plumber

Ware Plumbing
01.2020 - 09.2024
  • Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
  • Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
  • Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
  • Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential properties.
  • Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with arbortech, removed bricks and then replaced bricks back into the wall.
  • Installed new hot water services from electic, stoage to continuous.
  • serviced and replaced tapware.
  • multiple gas and water line renewals.
  • over 100 hours of jetter (drain cleaning machine)
  • able to use locater to locate faulty sections of pipe.
  • general all round maintenance plumbing.
  • renovations / Rough ins / Fit offs.
  • camera and locater experience.

Qualified Bricklayer

Port to Bay Brick and Block
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Am able to remove bricks from a wall to access pipes in the wall, repair and then put bricks back in neatly and correctly.
  • Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
  • Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
  • Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
  • Have Specialised in fixing and correcting brickwork.
  • Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
  • Upheld company reputation for excellence through consistent adherence to high standards of workmanship and ethical conduct.
  • Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chisholm Institute
Dandenong, VIC

Skills

  • Registered Plumber
  • Qualified bricklayer
  • Have working with children's card
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Piping installation
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Drainage Systems Repair
  • Over 100 hours on drain cleaning machine (jetter)
  • Camera and sonde knowledge
  • Able to locate defective section of pipes
  • All round geneal maintenance plumbing (5 years)
  • Able to remove bricks, fix pipes in the wall and then put bricks back correclty and neatly
  • Service and replace hot water services, taps, breach's, waste pipes and toilets

Timeline

Qualified Plumber

Ware Plumbing
01.2020 - 09.2024

Qualified Bricklayer

Port to Bay Brick and Block
01.2016 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Chisholm Institute

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