SAM SHINGLES
Maffra,Australia
Summary
Skilled Carpenter with extensive experience in FRP, framing, and reading architectural drawings, committed to maintaining OH&S compliance and contributing effectively to construction projects. Proven track record of efficient time management and critical thinking. Eager to leverage expertise to support and enhance new team dynamics.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter/labourer
Clifton Formwork
Melbourne, Vic
11.2022 - Current
- Worked on various civil construction projects involving steel and timber formwork
- Assisted with planning, layout, and installation across major sites
- Helped train new team members and took initiative on delegated tasks
- Maintained excellent safety and quality standards on-site
- Installing hand rail, erecting and dismantling scaffold on various sites. Using the turbo scaffolding system.
- Capable and enjoy a the variety of jobs on site such as general labouring, carpentry, scaffolding, doging the crane.
- Operated power and hand tools including saws, drills, and sanders to execute precise carpentry tasks.
- Managed inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring timely procurement to maintain uninterrupted workflow on multiple job sites.
Qualified Carpenter
Colmac Homes
Sale, VIC
01.2016 - Current
- Dependable worker
- Delivers quality workmanship
- Trade qualified and holder of industry specific tickets
- Ability to perform all activities safely and to the OH&S regulations
- Able to read plans and specifics confidently
- Excellent time management and organization skills
- Team player
- Active listener and problem solver
- Great leadership skills
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- I started my apprenticeship with Colmac Homes in January 2016, where I was taught all facets of building from foundations to frame work and finishing aspects of new builds.
- After completing my apprenticeship I remained working with the Colmac group as a sub-contractor. This has given me greater responsibility in time management and making sure each job is completed in a professional and timely manner.
Formwork Carpenter
Form700
Melbourne, Vic
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked on large-scale commercial and high-rise construction sites
- Installed and stripped advanced formwork systems under strict deadlines
- Worked closely with site foremen, engineers, and other trades
- Gained experience in fast-paced environments with high expectations
Coach
Newry football club
Newry, Vic
01.2012 - 10.2016
- Coaching multiple junior footy teams
- Coordinated team schedules, practice sessions, and competition logistics to optimize resource allocation and ensure effective time management.
- Mentored junior coaching staff in best practices for athlete engagement, motivation techniques, and effective communication strategies.
- Developed team-building exercises to promote unity and collaboration.
Education
Cert II - General Construction
Murray Mallee Training
12.2020
Year 11 -
Maffra Secondary College
01.2015
Skills
- All aspects of FRP
- Construction
- Formwork
- Framing
- Welding
- Reading Architectural Drawings
- Reading Construction Drawings
- Site Set Outs
- Laser Levels
- OH&S Compliance
- Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
- Work Permits
- Self-Motivation
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Time Management
Certification
- Driver's license
- EWP Ticket
- Scissor Ticket
- Working at Heights Ticket
- Basic scaffolding Ticket
- Cert 3 in carpentry
Volunteer Experience
Coach, Newry football club, Newry, VIC, 01/01/12, 10/31/16, Coaching multiple junior footy teams, Coordinated team schedules, practice sessions, and competition logistics to optimize resource allocation and ensure effective time management., Mentored junior coaching staff in best practices for athlete engagement, motivation techniques, and effective communication strategies., Developed team-building exercises to promote unity and collaboration.
References
- Tom McInnes, TJM Building, 0438 352 421
- Dane Goldman, Foreman, Clifton Formwork, (041) 560-6455, Danegold4@outlook.com
Personal Information
Driving License: Current Victorian Drivers Licence
Training Tickets Licenses
- Certificate III - General Construction Carpentry
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Worksafe - Licence to perform high risk work
- Elevated work platform courses
- Construction induction white card
- First Aid Level 1
Timeline
Carpenter/labourer
Clifton Formwork
11.2022 - Current
Formwork Carpenter
Form700
07.2022 - 12.2022
Qualified Carpenter
Colmac Homes
01.2016 - Current
Coach
Newry football club
01.2012 - 10.2016
Cert II - General Construction
Murray Mallee Training
Year 11 -
Maffra Secondary College