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Mr Kelly Barker

Shellharbour ,NSW

Summary

Quality-driven Leading Hand proficient in civil construction, installations and maintenance.

Bringing 18 years of plumbing and Drainage experience including 9 years Sydney Water asset construction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leading Hand Plumber

Adam Christofides
Dapto, NSW
02.2015 - 04.2024
  • Ensured all safety procedures were followed and maintained a safe working environment for staff.
  • Organised resources to meet production targets and ensured quality standards were met.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth workflow processes.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to source materials required for production.
  • Adhered to company policies, industry regulations and safety guidelines.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace health and safety regulations by conducting safety audits regularly.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues at all levels within the organisation.
  • Water and sewer reticulation constructor.
  • Both major and minor Sydney Water work
  • White card, confided spaces tickets
  • Sydney water accreditations for waste water reticulation and water main construction.
  • Asbestos Awareness Ticket

Plumber

Shearwater Plumbing and Drainage
Picton, NSW
02.2011 - 01.2015
  • Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
  • Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
  • Tested pipe systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
  • Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
  • Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate pipes and fittings.
  • Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines.
  • Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
  • Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
  • Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
  • Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
  • Read blueprints accurately to determine dimensions of piping required for installation projects.
  • Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
  • Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
  • Researched current industry standards so that all installations are compliant with applicable regulations.

Apprentice Plumber

Top End Plumbing
Darwin, NT
02.2006 - 12.2010
  • Installed and maintained plumbing systems in accordance with local building codes.
  • Assisted journeyman plumbers in performing repairs and maintenance on pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment.
  • Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Inspected drainage systems for compliance with specifications and local regulations.
  • Repaired leaking valves, replaced defective washers and gaskets, repaired or replaced broken pipes.
  • Tested pipes for leaks using air pressure gauges or water pressure gauges.
  • Checked out blueprints before installation of piping systems to determine the specific materials required.
  • Removed waste material from work sites after completing projects safely.
  • Performed minor repairs on appliances such as dishwashers and garbage disposals.
  • Cleaned up job sites at the end of each shift to ensure a safe working environment for others.

Laborer

Practical Plastics
Darwin, NT
03.2005 - 01.2006
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
  • Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
  • Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.

Education

Plumbing Certificate III

Wollongong Tafe
Wollongong
08-2011

Plumbing Certificate III

Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT
01-2008

Skills

  • Safety Management
  • Safety and compliance
  • Product Inspections
  • Following Instructions
  • Safety Protocols

Certification

  • Certificate III plumbing
  • Sydney Water accreditations
  • Construct & install wastewater pipelines 26/5/15
  • Install & repair water services 8/7/15
  • Construct & install water distribution assets 30/6/17
  • Construct & install water distribution assets 16/11/17
  • Control Electrical Risk on Metallic Pipes 16/8/22
  • Confined Spaces Entry Recertification- Sydney Water NSW
  • Work in accordance with an issued permit
  • Gas test atmospheres
  • Conduct local risk control
  • Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
  • Enter and work in confined spaces
  • White Card Construction Induction

References

  • Josh Wadley Shearwater Plumbing 0404073672
  • Adam Christofides Plumbing 0412671741

Timeline

Leading Hand Plumber

Adam Christofides
02.2015 - 04.2024

Plumber

Shearwater Plumbing and Drainage
02.2011 - 01.2015

Apprentice Plumber

Top End Plumbing
02.2006 - 12.2010

Laborer

Practical Plastics
03.2005 - 01.2006

Plumbing Certificate III

Wollongong Tafe

Plumbing Certificate III

Charles Darwin University

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