Peter Crothers
Berwick,VIC
Summary
I am an experienced Carpenter with a strong background in all aspects of construction. This Includes Formwork, Rigging (Steel and Precast Panel Erection) and the prework Setout for these tasks. As a dedicated worker I am eager to bring my skills to your team. My commitment to safety, efficiency, and teamwork drives my passion for delivering high-quality results. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your projects and help achieve our shared goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RIGGER/CRANE OPERATOR
Western District Crane Services
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in the lifting, positioning, and securing of various objects of all shapes and sizes from farming to gas plant works. Operated rigging equipment and ensured proper weight distribution for safe lifting. Conducted pre-lift inspections to verify the integrity of rigging gear and crane attachments. Communicated with crane operators and ground crew to coordinate lifting operations. Maintained a safe work environment by following all occupational health and safety regulations.
NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
B and P Homes
01.2021 - 01.2023
- New house constructions
- Site set out and plan reading
- Prefab wall erection
- Truss erection
- External cladding and Eves
SUPERVISOR FORMWORK CARPENTER
Fitzgerald Concrete
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Managing and supervising workers
- Keeping site bookwork up to date including daily report and safety sheets
- Conducted tool box/safety meetings and participated in site meetings
- Reading of structural and site plans
- Set out off plans and formwork carpentry
- Adhering to site health and safety requirements
- Completing Safe Working Method Statements
CONTRACT CARPENTER
Self Employed
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Working with various construction companies
- Managing own contracting business providing carpentry services and equipment
- Adhering to site health and safety requirements
- Completing Safe Working Method Statements
CASUAL DOGMAN/RIGGER
Norwest Crane Hire
01.2015 - 01.2016
- General dogging and rigging work on FMG sites
- Undertaken FMG and Port of Port Hedland site inductions
- Adhering to site health and safety requirements
- Completing Take 5, Job Hazard Assessments and Safe Working Method Statements
CONTRACTOR - STEEL ERECTION & RIGGING
Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managing own contracting business providing steel erection labour and equipment
- Plan reading and set out
- Scheduling and sequencing of steel erection
- Crane selection
- Liaison with other sub-contractors
- Liaison with main contractors
Education
High Risk Licences - Construction Induction White Card, Work Safely At Heights, Basic Scaffolding (SB), Intermediate Scaffolding (SI), Perform Dogging (DG), Basic Rigging (RB), Intermediate Rigging (RI)
South West Institute of TAFE
Warrnambool, VicCertificate 3 in Transport and Logistics - Operate a Forklift, Check and Assess Operational Capabilities of Equipment (LF)
Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship - Certificate 4 in Building: Business Management for Builders 1a, Building Construction 1a & 1b, Building Working Drawings 1a
High Risk Licences - Advanced Rigging (RA), Crane Operator 60 Tonne Slewing Crane (C6)
Aussie Wide Training and Assessing
Portland, VicSkills
- Carpentry/Formwork
- Precast Panel Erection
- Steel Erection
- Crane Operator
- Safety Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Site Supervision
- Plan Reading
Certification
- Heavy Rigid Truck
- Working with Children
- White Induction card
- Working at Heights
- Dogging (DG)
- Advanced Rigging (RA)
- Intermediate Scaffold (SI)
- 60t Slewing Crane (C6)
- Forklift (LF)
- Elevated Working Platform (WP)
Personal Information
- Title: Setout Carpenter
- Driving License: Heavy Rigid Truck
Timeline
RIGGER/CRANE OPERATOR
Western District Crane Services
01.2024 - 01.2025
NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
B and P Homes
01.2021 - 01.2023
SUPERVISOR FORMWORK CARPENTER
Fitzgerald Concrete
01.2018 - 01.2021
CONTRACT CARPENTER
Self Employed
01.2016 - 01.2017
CASUAL DOGMAN/RIGGER
Norwest Crane Hire
01.2015 - 01.2016
CONTRACTOR - STEEL ERECTION & RIGGING
Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2015
Certificate 3 in Transport and Logistics - Operate a Forklift, Check and Assess Operational Capabilities of Equipment (LF)
Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship - Certificate 4 in Building: Business Management for Builders 1a, Building Construction 1a & 1b, Building Working Drawings 1a
High Risk Licences - Advanced Rigging (RA), Crane Operator 60 Tonne Slewing Crane (C6)
Aussie Wide Training and Assessing
High Risk Licences - Construction Induction White Card, Work Safely At Heights, Basic Scaffolding (SB), Intermediate Scaffolding (SI), Perform Dogging (DG), Basic Rigging (RB), Intermediate Rigging (RI)
South West Institute of TAFE