Samantha Alford-wood
Hope Island,QLD
Summary
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Capable Construction Laborer experienced in operating and maintaining equipment to support job site needs. Physically strong and fit with good time management abilities and dexterity to support skilled work.
Motivated construction laborer committed to learning and implementing skilled trades and meeting customer needs. Follows instructions and leads others with equal proficiency. Cultivates productive working relationships and instills confidence and trust.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Layer Helper
Goldings
Yarrabilba , QLD
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in laying pipes according to project specifications and safety standards.
- Operated tools and equipment for trenching and pipe installation tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
- Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
- Constructed roads, bridges, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, retaining walls and other structures.
- Built stormwater control systems such as culverts and catch basins.
- Installed formwork for concrete slabs and foundations.
- Repaired damaged pavement using a variety of methods including patching and resurfacing techniques.
- Assisted in the installation of underground drainage systems and water mains.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Assisted in trench excavation and preparation for pipe laying operations.
- Installed pipes and fittings following project specifications and safety guidelines.
- Installed pipes using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
- Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
- Used measuring instruments like levels, transits and laser devices for accurate positioning of pipes.
- Laid out and marked underground pipe routes to ensure accuracy of installation.
- Conducted site clean-up to comply with safety regulations and standards.
Senior Hairdresser
Alcyon Hair and Beauty
Kalinga, QLD
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with team to design personalized hairstyles for diverse clientele.
- Provided expert consultations to determine client needs and preferences.
- Executed advanced coloring techniques using professional-grade products and tools.
- Provided consultations to clients on hair styling options and hair care products.
- Applied specialized treatments such as deep conditioning masks or hot oil treatments when necessary.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in cutting, coloring, styling methods and product usage.
- Created unique hairstyles for special occasions such as weddings, proms.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sanitizing tools and equipment after each use.
Civil Construction Worker
Protech
Eight Mile Planes, QLD
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material transport.
- Assisted in the installation of concrete structures and drainage systems.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily construction tasks efficiently.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Mixed and poured concrete according to project requirements.
- Constructed roads, bridges, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, retaining walls and other structures.
- Built stormwater control systems such as culverts and catch basins.
- Installed formwork for concrete slabs and foundations.
- Repaired damaged pavement using a variety of methods including patching and resurfacing techniques.
- Cleaned up debris from construction sites prior to completion of project.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Operated hand tools for cutting and fitting pipes as needed.
- Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
- Backfilled trenches after pipe laying operations were complete using the rear-mounted blade attachment.
- Performed general labor tasks including digging trenches for pipe laying or other construction projects.
- Earned consistently highest tips by displaying exceptional listening skills and attentiveness and delivering diners' unique preferences every time.
Post tensioning
Meriton
Surfers Paradise, QLD
- Collaborated with construction teams to coordinate steel fixing activities on-site.
- Conducted quality checks on installed reinforcements to ensure compliance with standards.
- Fabricate and assemble structural steel components such as columns, beams, girders, trusses, stairs, lintels, metal decking and reinforcing bars.
- Lined up pieces by using spacers and supports.
- Dismantle and remove formwork after use from completed projects ready for next job.
- Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Assisted with daily maintenance and repair tasks in a construction environment.
Education
Saint Columba Anglican School
Port Macquarie Skills
- Pipe installation
- Concrete pouring
- Stormwater systems
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
- Pipe alignment
- Concrete work
- Pipe measuring
- Pipe joining
- Hand tools usage
- Heavy lifting
- Pipe insulation techniques
- Pipe layout
- Power tool operation
- Concrete mixing
Certification
- White Card
- Confined space & gas testing
- RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations
- RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIMPO337E Conduct articulated haul truck operation
- Confined space & gas testing
- RIIWHS205E Control traffic with a stop-slow bat
- RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and work procedures
- RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
- RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
- RIIWHS302E Implement traffic management plans
Timeline
Pipe Layer Helper
Goldings
11.2025 - Current
Senior Hairdresser
Alcyon Hair and Beauty
05.2024 - 06.2025
Civil Construction Worker
Protech
Post tensioning
Meriton
Saint Columba Anglican School