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Philip Sinclair

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively autonomously or as part of a team and quick at mastering new skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales and Technical Advisor

One Stop Roofing
03.2022 - Current
  • Organized product demonstrations to showcase the benefits of different roofing products and services.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by providing accurate information and solutions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including quotations, orders, payments.
  • Negotiated sales prices with customers.
  • Developed relationships with key accounts to increase sales volume.

Roof Plumber Supervisor

Sutton Roofing
05.2020 - 11.2022
  • Inspected completed work to ensure conformance with specifications and adherence to standard codes.
  • Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in roofing operations, such as installation, repair and maintenance of roofs.
  • Ordered supplies needed for roofing projects from vendors or suppliers.
  • Assigned tasks to personnel according to their skills and abilities.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of service in a timely manner.
  • Inspected roofs for leaks or damage and documented findings.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.

Roof Plumber

Ideal Roofing
11.2010 - 04.2019
  • Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
  • Studied building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
  • Recommended measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
  • Developed estimates for labor costs, material costs, and total job cost for each project.

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

NSW Health
07.2003 - 10.2010
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate care for clients who have co-occurring mental health disorders.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, ethical standards, confidentiality policies.
  • Assisted clients in developing strategies to reduce or eliminate substance use behaviors.

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Salvation Army
04.2000 - 06.2003
  • Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with the client, family members, and other professionals.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and formulate recommendations for continued care.
  • Provided individual counseling and group therapy to clients with substance abuse issues.

Roof Plumber

Ideal Roofing
08.1984 - 03.2000
  • Caulked joints around flashing to prevent water leakage.
  • Sealed seams in metal roofs using hot-air welding equipment.
  • Worked with a team of roofers to complete projects efficiently and within deadlines.

Roof Plumber

Hanson Metal Roofing
07.1982 - 08.1984
  • Fabricated coping pieces used at the edges of walls or parapets.
  • Installed insulation systems on flat roofs to reduce energy consumption.
  • Operated power tools such as drills, saws, nail guns, rivet machines.
  • Consulted with clients regarding their needs for roof repairs and replacements.
  • Repaired gutters, downspouts, ridge caps and other related components.
  • Assisted in the fabrication of custom flashings onsite, when required.
  • Dismantled existing roofs for repair or replacement purposes.
  • Cut and trimmed roofing material to fit specific dimensions.
  • Attended regular training sessions in order to stay up-to-date on industry standards.

Apprentice Plumber

Delaney Plumbing PTY LTD
02.1982 - 07.1982
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Counselling

Loftus Tafe
Loftus, NSW
01-2003

Trade Certificate in Plumbing, Draining And Gas Fitting - Construction Trades

Gymea Tafe
Gymea, NSW
10-1986

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College
Caringbah, NSW
11-1981

Skills

  • Basic math aptitude
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Materials Estimation
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Customer communications
  • Roofing material knowledge
  • Roof Installation
  • Mental Health Support
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Assertiveness Training

Timeline

Sales and Technical Advisor

One Stop Roofing
03.2022 - Current

Roof Plumber Supervisor

Sutton Roofing
05.2020 - 11.2022

Roof Plumber

Ideal Roofing
11.2010 - 04.2019

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

NSW Health
07.2003 - 10.2010

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Salvation Army
04.2000 - 06.2003

Roof Plumber

Ideal Roofing
08.1984 - 03.2000

Roof Plumber

Hanson Metal Roofing
07.1982 - 08.1984

Apprentice Plumber

Delaney Plumbing PTY LTD
02.1982 - 07.1982

Some College (No Degree) - Counselling

Loftus Tafe

Trade Certificate in Plumbing, Draining And Gas Fitting - Construction Trades

Gymea Tafe

High School Diploma -

De La Salle College
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