Michael Howard
Gracemere,QLD
Summary
Dependable and ambitious construction worker skilled in all methods, techniques, tools and equipment utilized in the plaster carpentry trade. Aiming to contribute 13 years of industry experience to increase the value of the company and team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter
Programmed
Moronbah, QLD
05.2024 - Current
- Construct and install form work to engineering specifications
- Place and finish of concrete paths, post footings and shed slabs
- Remodel of bathrooms and ensuring walls are plum and straight
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Place and finish of concrete paths, post footings and shed slabs
- Remodel of bathrooms and ensuring walls are plum and straight
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Read and interpret scopes and plans
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Communicate with other trades on timeliness and processes
- Use of excavator to prepare for form work
Carpenter/Plasterer
Self employed
Rockhampton, Qld
12.2021 - Current
- Communicated with clients to convey estimated time, materials and labor for desired project.
- Illustrated strong knowledge base of industry best practices such as choosing most optimal tools and materials for each project.
- Operated power and hand sanders to prepare surfaces for pasting.
- Prepared materials and work area according to design and specification documents.
- Protected structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage or excess debris.
- Applied plaster and other troweled materials to walls and other surfaces and finished to smooth condition.
- Mixed substances or compounds needed for each task.
- Quoting, Invoicing and accounts receivable.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Measured, cut and built wall and ceiling frames to designed plans.
- sheeting of internal and externals walls.
- install of doors, windows,architraves and skirting.
- finish setting of gyprock linings.
Carpenter
Brighter Buildings QLD
Yepoon, QLD
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Measure and cut timbers to construct wall and floor frames
- prep and fill pads to suit building plans
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
Carpenter
JET Engineering
Mackay, QLD
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Build and erect forms for footings and pathways
- Place and finish of
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Carpenter/Formworker
QCCS (Queensland Complete Contracting Services)
Mackay, QLD
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Study plans to construct formwork in appropriate locations, correct sizes and off other structures as required.
- Working along side surveyors to pin point locations and set cage and bolt heights to be concreted in.
- Finish off concrete for plinths and slabs.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Study plans to appropriately time manage and organise jobs to flow as smoothly as possible.
Carpenter Apprentice
Bryant constructions
Cootamundra, NSW
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Studied sketches/building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential buildings.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Operated power and hand sanders to prepare surfaces for pasting.
- Completion of Cert3 in carpentry
- Used hammers and masonry saws to construct, repair and demolish concrete walls and bases.
- Applied plaster and other troweled materials to walls and other surfaces and finished to smooth condition.
- Construct and install formwork to engineering specifications.
- Place and finish concrete house slabs, driveways and foot paths
Building Maintenance Supervisor
Sunlight Projects
Sydney/Wollongong, NSW
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to maximize workflow and efficiency.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs.
Retail Assistant Manager
Shamrock Hotel
Mackay, QLD
11.2013 - 10.2016
- Service of alcohol and gaming.
- Loading and unloading trucks with forklift.
- Manual handling of stock.
- Movement of stock in storage.
- Invoicing, ordering and claims for stolen or damaged stock.
- Stock take procedures.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
Plasterer
Whitsunday Plasterboard
Mackay, QLD
09.2013 - 11.2013
- Fixing and setting of plaster sheets.
- Working and communicating in a team to complete jobs.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
- Problem solving.
Bar Attendant
Oscars Hotel
Bankstown, NSW
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Money handling.
- Customer service.
- Food service.
- Receiving of good and cross referencing invoices.
- Manual handling of stock.
Apprentice Plasterer
Scandinavian Profiles
Ingleburn, NSW
06.2007 - 08.2013
- Dry wall fixing and setting.
- Wet area fixing and setting.
- Cornice fixing and setting.
- Problem solving.
- Cabinet making T/A.
- Carpentry T/A.
- Forklift pick packing.
- General forklift duties and procedures.
- Loading and unloading of trucks.
Customer Service Cashier
Krispy Kreme
Campbelltown, NSW
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Collected credit card and cash payments to complete transactions for customer orders.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Informed customers of in-store promotions or pricing specials.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
Education
Certificate III Carpentry - Carpentry
On Site Apprenticeship
Cootamundra02.2021
Certificate III Plastering - Plastering
Lidcombe TAFE
Lidcombe, NSW11.2010
High School Diploma -
St Gregorys Collage
Campbelltown, NSW06.2008
Skills
- Concise Time Management
- Strong Organization Skills
- Attentive to Detail
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Supervision & Leadership
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Formwork construction
- Concrete finishing
- Workplace safety
- Plan reading and
- Problem solving
Certification
- Restricted height scaffolding
- Excavator and bobcat ticket
- EWP license
- Working safely at heights ticket
- White Card
- First aide certificate
- Car and MR license
- Cert III Plastering
- Cert III Carpentry
- QBCC Carpentry contractor license
- Standard 11
- Coal board medical
- BMA mine inductions for Saraji and Goonyella Riverside
- Currently enrolled in G1,G8,G9 and G2 supervisor
Education and Training
other,other,other
References
Che Mitchell
0400 913 822
QCCS Site Supervisor
Carl Kirchen
0438 285 805
QCCS Site Supervisor
Timeline
Carpenter
Programmed
05.2024 - Current
Carpenter
Brighter Buildings QLD
01.2024 - 05.2024
Carpenter
JET Engineering
08.2023 - 12.2023
Carpenter/Formworker
QCCS (Queensland Complete Contracting Services)
03.2023 - 08.2023
Carpenter/Plasterer
Self employed
12.2021 - Current
Carpenter Apprentice
Bryant constructions
11.2017 - 12.2021
Building Maintenance Supervisor
Sunlight Projects
10.2016 - 11.2017
Retail Assistant Manager
Shamrock Hotel
11.2013 - 10.2016
Plasterer
Whitsunday Plasterboard
09.2013 - 11.2013
Bar Attendant
Oscars Hotel
06.2010 - 08.2013
Apprentice Plasterer
Scandinavian Profiles
06.2007 - 08.2013
Customer Service Cashier
Krispy Kreme
06.2005 - 06.2007
Certificate III Carpentry - Carpentry
On Site Apprenticeship
Certificate III Plastering - Plastering
Lidcombe TAFE
High School Diploma -
St Gregorys Collage
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