Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Nick Morley

ROLEYSTONE,WA

Summary

Experienced bricklayer with a background in various construction projects. Possess skills in reading blueprints, cutting bricks, and using hand and power tools. Known for precision and accuracy, consistently ensuring alignment of structures according to specifications. Previous work has contributed to the successful completion of residential and commercial buildings.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bricklayer

C & R Holdings
Inglewood, Western Australia
03.2019 - 05.2024
  • Grouted joints between units with mortar or grout mixture.
  • Repaired and restored brickwork on buildings, walls and chimneys.
  • Applied waterproofing materials to exterior surfaces of structures.
  • Assisted other tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, when necessary.
  • Built fireplaces, furnaces and kilns from bricks, blocks and stones.
  • Constructed retaining walls for terracing applications.
  • Removed debris from work area at the end of each day's activities.
  • Placed expansion joints in brickwork to prevent cracking due to temperature changes/movement.
  • Installed flashing around window sills, door frames and roofline.
  • Installed lintels, arches and other masonry structures.
  • Inspected existing structures for safety issues prior to repair work.
  • Measured and cut bricks to specific dimensions using a range of hand tools.
  • Checked verticality of walls using plumb bob or laser level equipment.
  • Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
  • Repaired damaged bricks by chipping out old mortar and replacing them.
  • Adhered to operation and safety instructions when using equipment and tools including lock-out tag-out and confined spaces safety procedures.
  • Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.
  • Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
  • Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
  • Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.

Bricklayer

S & A Di Blasi
Landsdale
03.2015 - 03.2019
  • As above

Construction Site Laborer/Foreman

Zorzi Builders
Perth, Western Australia
03.2013 - 03.2015
  • Cleaned up debris from job sites after each shift was completed.
  • Assembled scaffolding, ladders and other temporary structures needed for higher level construction tasks.
  • Worked closely with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks within budget constraints.
  • Used power tools such as saws, drills and grinders to cut wood, metal or other materials into desired shapes and sizes.
  • Supervised a team of laborers during various stages of the construction process.
  • Transported materials and equipment from one site to another using a truck or other vehicle.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
  • Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.

Apprentice Bricklayer

Highrange Holdings
Perth, Western Australia
06.2009 - 03.2012
  • Provided general labour support during busy periods.
  • Identified different types of bricks, blocks and stones according to their characteristics.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations relating to health and safety onsite.
  • Measured and cut bricks to size with power saws and hand tools.
  • Followed safety protocols at all times when handling tools or working from heights.
  • Assisted qualified bricklayers with the construction of walls and other structures.
  • Placed scaffolding around buildings for access during construction projects.
  • Mixed mortar, cement, sand and water to form a cohesive paste for laying bricks.
  • Checked that walls were built level and plumb using spirit levels or laser equipment.
  • Repaired existing brickwork by removing damaged sections of masonry and replacing them with new materials.
  • Completed tasks within specified timeframes while maintaining quality standards.
  • Carried heavy loads of bricks, blocks and other building materials around sites.
  • Cleaned up site debris such as broken bricks, mortar mixers and building materials.
  • Adhered to the instructions of senior tradespeople throughout the job duration.
  • Erected temporary fencing around areas where work was being carried out.
  • Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.
  • Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
  • Participated in professional development classes and workshops to advance abilities.
  • Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.

Education

Certificate 3 in Bricklaying/Blocklaying - Bricklaying

Polytechnic West (Balga Campus)
Balga
03-2012

Diploma of Builders Registration - Building Construction Technology

Central Institute of Technology
Perth, WA

Pre Apprenticeship - Bricklaying

Polytechnic West
Balga, Western Australia
06-2009

Year 10 -

Chisholm Catholic College
Bedford, Western Australia
12-2008

Skills

  • Structural Reinforcement
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Plumb levels
  • OSHA safety standards
  • Bond patterns
  • Stone cutting
  • Steel reinforcement installation
  • Concrete mixing
  • Laser levels
  • Site preparation
  • Scaffolding Setup
  • Blueprint Interpretation

Certification

  • Current Drivers License
  • White Card

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bricklayer

C & R Holdings
03.2019 - 05.2024

Bricklayer

S & A Di Blasi
03.2015 - 03.2019

Construction Site Laborer/Foreman

Zorzi Builders
03.2013 - 03.2015

Apprentice Bricklayer

Highrange Holdings
06.2009 - 03.2012

Certificate 3 in Bricklaying/Blocklaying - Bricklaying

Polytechnic West (Balga Campus)

Diploma of Builders Registration - Building Construction Technology

Central Institute of Technology

Pre Apprenticeship - Bricklaying

Polytechnic West

Year 10 -

Chisholm Catholic College

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