Michael Finekifolau
Kearns,NSW
Summary
• Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organisational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
• Diligent apprentice with hands-on experience in carpentry tasks, including framing, installing fixtures, and finishing work. Contributed to projects by following the plans and specifications, ensuring quality standards. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail in all assignments.
• Dedicated to promoting positive work ethic and great communication skills. Knowledgeable in safety processes and experienced in the use of power and hand tools.
• Team-oriented individual, eager to work with experienced tradesmen and gain on-the-job experience. Desiring an Apprentice Carpenter position with a company that specialises in the construction of residential and commercial buildings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Experience
Carpentry
12.2024 - Current
- Gained hands-on experience working together with a carpentry tradesman to complete a series of tasks during a residential home renovation.
- .Gained a basic understanding of the NCC and Australian Standards, ensuring all tasks were carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations.
- Increased project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various carpentry tasks
- Identified water damage in wet area and surrounding areas.
- Repaired damaged flooring with yellow tongue structural flooring.
- Demolished entire bathroom wet area, including internal wall, flooring, and bathroom accessories.
- Rebuilt new wall frame due to water damage, utilising laser leveller for accuracy as well as wall braces & L-brackets.
- Installed James Hardie scyon-secura interior flooring for bathroom wet area including sealing of all joints and screws.
- Installed leak control puddle flange using 9 inch grinder with puddle flange recess kit.
- Installed villa board linings, drywall, ceilings, cornices, and internal/external corner beads.
- Plastered joints using joint/topping compound and paper tape.
- Installed Velux FS skylight and framing.
- Installed door jambs, doors, architraves and skirting/trim.
- Straightened walls using straight edge and planer to ensure a levelled wall when sheeting.
- Carefully planned and built an integrated children’s bunk bed including framing and sheeting with continuing cornice and skirting.
- I have acquired the essential measuring tools, power tools and hand tools required for carpentry and possess a solid level of experience in using your them safely and effectively across a range of projects.
- I have completed the 2 week Pre-Apprenticeship Program via Master Builders Association of NSW.
Dogman
First Choice Rigging
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance to crane operators.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Ensuring the safety and integrity of each load before and after each lift.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Leveraged expertise in load-lifting attachments and rigging techniques to manage diverse loads.
Director of Operations
PRO Cleaning Hub
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Performed end-of-lease deep cleaning tasks to maintain cleanliness & ensure a definite bond release.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, or requests from clients in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through professionalism and consistent delivery of reliable services tailored to their specific needs.
Casual Team Member
Coles Cold Distribution Centre
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached order labels to prepare for shipping.
- Operated high reach crown joystick forklifts safely, using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items to and from various warehouse locations.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Picked and packed order items, utilising voice picking system.
- Operating high reach forklift for the replenishment of stock and put aways of stock within warehouse storage locations.
- Proven ability to adhere to daily KPI’s and task requirements.
Army Driver Specialist
Australian Defence Force
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor to uphold ADF reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to other units on time and in excellent condition.
- Plan and deliver combat service support, personnel, stores and equipment through distribution process, utilising road transport.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each task.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Kept detailed speedometer readings and fuel reports to track overall fuel consumption.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations for transporting dangerous goods and Commonwealth explosives in accordance with defence and civilian regulations.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Maintained a high level of fitness, being obliged to pass a fitness assessment every 6 months.
- Operated the Australian Army’s medium and heavy rigid vehicles, as well as the new armoured bush master vehicles and 4x wheel drives.
- Provided unit transport, movement control, terminal, postal and other aspects of logistics support to the Army.
- Operate machinery fitted to vehicles such as hoists, cranes and winches.
- Drive loaded and unloaded vehicles by day and by night, on all terrain, on and off roads and across country.
- Operate LF forklifts on occasion to assist with loading and unloading of vehicles.
- Operate radio/communications equipment when required and if fitted to vehicles.
- Recover ditched and damaged vehicles using vehicle recovery equipment.
- Manage vehicle and transportation documentation.
- Convey VIP’s of high ranking personnel and the transportation of ADF members to and from nearest airports.
Education
Certificate III - Transport And Logistics
TAFE New South Wales
Sydney, NSW01.2017
Certificate II - Vehicle Presentation
TAFE New South Wales
Sydney, NSW01.2012
Year 10 High School Certificate -
St Gregory’s College
Campbelltown, NSW2010
Skills
- Dogging
- Warehousing
- Construction Labour
- Hand Tools
- Machine Operating
- Voice Picking
- Power Tools
- Measuring
- Leadership
- Cleaning Services
- Microsoft Office
- Carpentry
- Waterproofing
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Screeding
- Picking and Packing
- Punctual
- Self-Motivated
- Attention to Detail
- Replenishment
- Forklift Operator
- Team Oriented
- Plastering
- Framing
- Problem Solver
- Takes Initiative
- Reliable
References
- First Choice Rigging
Name: Imran
Phone: 0401 468 843
- Coles CDC
Name: Jason
Phone: 0404 022 960
Timeline
Work Experience
Carpentry
12.2024 - Current
Dogman
First Choice Rigging
10.2022 - 12.2024
Director of Operations
PRO Cleaning Hub
11.2019 - 10.2022
Casual Team Member
Coles Cold Distribution Centre
11.2015 - 11.2019
Army Driver Specialist
Australian Defence Force
05.2013 - 11.2015
Certificate III - Transport And Logistics
TAFE New South Wales
Certificate II - Vehicle Presentation
TAFE New South Wales
Year 10 High School Certificate -
St Gregory’s College
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