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Overview
Work History
Education
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Family, Friends, Golf, AFL Football,
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Ryan Appelman

Officer,VIC

Summary

Detail-oriented Bricklayer with excellent work ethics, over 24 years of experience and proven history of top-notch work

Proven expertise in masonry with a track record of successful projects, with my long history in the Construction and Bricklaying Industry.

Demonstrating exceptional skills in plans & specifications interpretation and scaffolding setup. Excelled in mentoring apprentices, showcasing leadership and precision in all tasks.

Achieved compliance with OSHA safety standards, enhancing project efficiency and safety.

Completed my Bricklaying Apprentice with high distinctions. Dependable employee adeptly completes residential masonry projects. Constructs sturdy walls and foundations with skilled brick and block laying techniques according to job requirements.

Friendly and always have a great attitude in all aspects of work and life. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a new position. Ready to help to achieve company goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Qualified Bricklayer

Rob O'Regan Bricklaying
01.2020 - Current
  • Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for residential customers.
  • Operated heavy equipment such as brick elevator safely and efficiently to move materials.
  • Calculated correct measurements for Brickwork material, and cut substance in compliance with project specifications.
  • Worked safely on scaffolding at various heights.
  • Trained and mentored several masonry apprentices moving on to full-time roles.
  • Read and interpreted plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.

Qualified Bricklayer

Ryan Appelman P/L
06.2019 - 01.2020
  • Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
  • Inspected subordinates' work to confirm compliance with accepted masonry construction practices.
  • Read and interpreted plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Worked safely on scaffolding at various heights.
  • Calculated correct measurements for Brickwork and material, and cut substance in compliance with project specifications.
  • Performed basic masonry tasks such as caulking, grinding and other required duties.

Qualified Bricklayer

Rycon Constructions
02.2012 - 06.2019
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
  • Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Calculated correct measurements for [Type], [Type] or [Type] material, and cut substance in compliance with project specifications.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Worked safely on scaffolding at various heights.
  • Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
  • Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
  • Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.

Qualified Bricklayer

C & M Homes P/L
06.2007 - 02.2012
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
  • Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.

Apprentice Bricklayer

C & M Homes P/l
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
  • Read and interpret plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
  • Performed basic masonry tasks such as caulking, grinding and other required duties.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.

Education

Berwick Secondary College
Berwick, VIC
12.2012

Bricklaying Apprentice

Holmesglen Institute Chadstone
Chadstone, VIC
01.2010

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Scaffolding Setup
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Surface Finishing
  • Structural Reinforcement
  • Site preparation
  • Plans & Specifications Interpretation
  • OSHA safety standards
  • Stone cutting
  • Mortar preparation
  • Steel reinforcement installation
  • Plumb levels
  • Angle calculation
  • Concrete mixing
  • Bond patterns
  • Laser levels

Family, Friends, Golf, AFL Football,

I enjoy spending my time with my Fiance Matilda, at her familes home in Inverloch, walking distance to the Beach. . 

Family and friends are very important and we have a very close bond. 

I enjoy watching and attending all of Essendon Football Clubs, home games. 

I am also very passionate about enjoying a regular game of Golf at Beacon Hills Golf course, especially a Twilight round.   

Timeline

Qualified Bricklayer

Rob O'Regan Bricklaying
01.2020 - Current

Qualified Bricklayer

Ryan Appelman P/L
06.2019 - 01.2020

Qualified Bricklayer

Rycon Constructions
02.2012 - 06.2019

Apprentice Bricklayer

C & M Homes P/l
01.2010 - 12.2013

Qualified Bricklayer

C & M Homes P/L
06.2007 - 02.2012

Berwick Secondary College

Bricklaying Apprentice

Holmesglen Institute Chadstone
Ryan Appelman