Ryan Hammersley
Tin Can Bay,QLD
Summary
Proven expertise in concrete and masonry with Smart Finish Concrete, I excel in concrete finishing and worksite safety, significantly enhancing project efficiency. Skilled in both hand and power tool operation, my adaptability and commitment to quality have led to substantial improvements in job site safety and material utilization, ensuring high client satisfaction and environmental sustainability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Smart Finish Concrete
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
Brick Laborer
D and J Summers Bricklaying
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Reduced material waste by effectively utilizing resources and recycling leftover materials when possible.
- Advanced skillset through completion of relevant training programs, increasing value as a Brick Laborer within the team.
- Enhanced job site safety by consistently maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and laying bricks for various construction projects.
- Delivered exceptional results in masonry repair work, restoring both functionality and aesthetics to existing structures.
- Increased client satisfaction by ensuring high-quality brickwork and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Earned customer trust with professional communication regarding project updates, changes, or potential issues that arose during construction.
- Accelerated overall job progress through active participation in the loading and unloading of materials onto and off of vehicles.
- Promoted environmental sustainability by incorporating eco-friendly practices into daily operations when feasible.
- Minimized errors in brick alignment by regularly checking levelness using appropriate equipment during the construction process.
- Solved complex challenges on-site involving irregular or custom-shaped bricks using creative problem-solving skills.
- Enabled smooth project transitions between phases through effective coordination with other trades involved on job sites.
Concrete Laborer
Smart Finish Concrete
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
Laborer
Nature Call
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Seafood Processor
Lees Fisheries
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Operated industry-specific machines and equipment, maintaining safety procedures.
- Maintained high quality standards for all processed seafood, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and guidelines.
- Cleaned, scraped, trimmed and filleted various seafood products.
- Ensured accurate inventory management through diligent tracking and documentation of incoming shipments, processed goods, and outgoing orders.
Concrete Laborer
R and N Nash Concrete
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the setup and dismantling of concrete forms and frameworks.
Brick Laborer
Dm Summers
07.2010 - 07.2014
- Enhanced job site safety by consistently maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Delivered exceptional results in masonry repair work, restoring both functionality and aesthetics to existing structures.
- Optimized workflow by maintaining proper inventory of tools, equipment, and materials needed for each task.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Molded expansion joints and edges using correct tools.
Education
Year 11 -
Maroochydore High School
Maroochydore, QLDSkills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Bull floats
- Driveway installation
- Foundation Work
- Hand tool operation
- Finishing Techniques
- Power Tool Operation
- Screed usage
- Concrete Repair
- Hand troweling
- Broom finishing
- Power trowel operation
- Sidewalk Construction
- Cement and pavement
- Form setting
- Stamped Concrete
- Joint cutting
- Concrete Curing
- Jointers and edgers
- Trowel machinery
- Power saws
- Slab Construction
- Stained Concrete
- Surface Finishing
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
Smart Finish Concrete
07.2020 - 07.2024
Brick Laborer
D and J Summers Bricklaying
07.2019 - 07.2020
Concrete Laborer
Smart Finish Concrete
07.2017 - 07.2019
Laborer
Nature Call
07.2016 - 07.2017
Seafood Processor
Lees Fisheries
07.2014 - 07.2015
Concrete Laborer
R and N Nash Concrete
07.2012 - 07.2014
Brick Laborer
Dm Summers
07.2010 - 07.2014
Year 11 -
Maroochydore High School