Oscar Pena
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Adept Bricklayer with proven expertise in structural reinforcement and a knack for enhancing team productivity. At Brad Bailey Brick Laying, I excelled in brick restoration and collaborative projects, significantly improving structural integrity. Skilled in both hard (stone cutting) and soft (effective teamwork) skills, I consistently deliver high-quality masonry with precision and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bricklayer
Brad Bailey Brick Laying
Langwarrin, VIC
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
- Repaired damaged bricks by chipping out old mortar and replacing them.
- Removed broken masonry and constructed replacement sections for walls and floors.
- Removed debris from work area at the end of each day's activities.
- Adhered to operation and safety instructions when using equipment and tools including lock-out tag-out and confined spaces safety procedures.
- Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
- Fabricated modified and repaired various structure such as walls, sidewalks, curbs, floors and other surfaces.
- Determined required materials, job requirements and task priorities according to work orders.
- Inspected existing structures for safety issues prior to repair work.
- Measured and cut bricks to specific dimensions using a range of hand tools.
- Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
- Checked verticality of walls using plumb bob or laser level equipment.
- Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
- Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
- Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
- Constructed retaining walls for terracing applications.
- Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
- Grouted joints between units with mortar or grout mixture.
- Applied sealants around windows and doors for weatherproofing purposes.
- Installed lintels, arches and other masonry structures.
- Mixed mortar by hand, wheelbarrow or mechanical mixer.
Bricklayer
Brick and Block Commercial Bricklaying
Melbourne, VIC
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Assisted other tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, when necessary.
- Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
- Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
- Installed flashing around window sills, door frames and rooflines.
Education
Bachelor of Construction Management - Construction
Signet Institute Symbol of Excellence
VIC12-2022
Skills
- Structural reinforcement
- Brick restoration
- Mortar preparation
- Stone cutting
- Brick cutting
- Grout application
- Concrete mixing
- Arch construction
- Wall construction
- Retaining wall building
- Block laying
Affiliations
- Running
- Biking
- Walking
- Cooking
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bricklayer
Brad Bailey Brick Laying
01.2023 - 02.2025
Bricklayer
Brick and Block Commercial Bricklaying
06.2018 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Construction Management - Construction
Signet Institute Symbol of Excellence
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