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Paul Desborough

Waroona,WA

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in safety compliance and risk assessment. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining a safe work environment in the oil and gas industry.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

trade ass oil and gas

BECHTEL
Karratha, wa
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated with various trades to ensure readiness for daily tasks and conducted morning toolbox meetings to outline work locations.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve project goals and resolve product-related issues.

Trade assistant

Facility maintenance
Bridgetown, WA
06.2021 - Current

Civil asset

Maintenance,excavation of civil operations carry out building repairs, machine operator excavation Kubota 2.5 ton, skid steer,erecting scaffold. assisting technical trades In feild fabrication

Refractory Specialist

Veolia
bUNBURY, WA
09.2019 - 08.2024
  • Installed lintels, arches, and various masonry structures across Australia.
    Rebuilt diverse types of vessels under FIFO conditions until project completion.
    Held certifications including White Card, confined space, and gas testing tickets.
    Obtained working at heights and forklift operation tickets for enhanced safety compliance.
  • Adhered to operation and safety instructions when using equipment and tools including lock-out tag-out and confined spaces safety procedures.
  • Serviced tools and equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.

Project Manager

industri engineering
Albury, NSW
05.2018 - 07.2019
  • Led project planning sessions to establish timelines and resource allocations.
  • Facilitated regular status meetings to track progress and address issues promptly.
  • Oversaw risk management strategies to identify potential challenges in projects.I gained my HR license my excavator ticket and my C60 crane ticket while on this job to help me gain more experience as we had just recently arrived from the UK

Demolition Laborer

ALBURY DEMOLITION
ALBURY
04.2018 - 05.2018
  • Facilitated site preparation by removing debris and hazardous materials to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Reported equipment malfunctions and maintained tools in good working condition.
  • Responded swiftly to clean messes during jobs, maintaining safety and efficiency.
  • Maintained a clean worksite by disposing of trash regularly throughout the day.
  • Contributed to building demolitions using hammers and crowbars, gaining hands-on experience in demolition processes.

bricklayer

various
london, UK
09.1991 - 03.2018
  • Worked as a bricklayer for English Heritage, creating durable homes that withstand weather conditions.
  • Constructed brick walls with precise alignment and structural integrity, contributing to long-lasting constructions.
  • Installed lintels, arches and other masonry structures.
  • Constructed retaining walls for terracing applications.
  • Placed expansion joints in brickwork to prevent cracking due to temperature changes.i left bricklaying to emigrate to Australia
  • Maintained clean work area, enhancing safety and efficiency on job sites.
  • Conducted site assessments to determine material needs and project feasibility.

Education

High School Diploma -

WILDNESS SCHOOL FOR BOYS
KNOCKHOLT KENT UK
07-1999

Skills

  • Safety compliance
  • Risk assessment
  • Field operations
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Tool operation
  • Project management
  • Field analysis
  • Troubleshooting
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision making
  • Time management
  • Planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Relationship building
  • On-the-job training

Certification

White Card & Gas testing

Timeline

trade ass oil and gas

BECHTEL
09.2024 - Current

Trade assistant

Facility maintenance
06.2021 - Current

Refractory Specialist

Veolia
09.2019 - 08.2024

Project Manager

industri engineering
05.2018 - 07.2019

Demolition Laborer

ALBURY DEMOLITION
04.2018 - 05.2018

bricklayer

various
09.1991 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

WILDNESS SCHOOL FOR BOYS
Paul Desborough