Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
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Shaun McDonnell

Wollongong,NSW

Summary

Reliable and committed professional with strong work ethic and safety standards. Demonstrates adaptability and leadership skills in team settings, fostering collaboration and support among colleagues. Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team, with effective problem-solving and communication skills. Willing to adjust work hours to meet project demands and deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Earthcruiser Australia
Wollongong, NSW
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Mould/Plug/Pattern making
  • Fabrication in Composites/Metal/Timber
  • Mould prep
  • Gelcoating (Spray and brushed applied)
  • Lay up of moulds
  • Flowcoat prep and application
  • Product trimming and dressing
  • Repair work (Prep/Lay up/Finishing)
  • Spray painting
  • Use of various weaves, cloths and mats
  • Use of Poly, Vinyl, Tooling and Epoxy resins
  • Use of power and air hand tools

Passive Fire Technician

Newsound Fire Services
Revesby, NSW
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Rectification work on fire barriers
  • Pipe and cable tray wrapping
  • Use of fire rated sealants and materials
  • Applying the use of various collars
  • Complete works according to passive register reports
  • Compliance to material certified systems
  • Use of Trafalgar, Promat and TBA products
  • Use of power and portable tools and hand tools
  • Use of Uptick, Promat and TBA applications

Team Leader/Passive Fire Technician

Pasiv Fire Pty Ltd
Port Kembla, NSW
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Rectification work on fire barriers
  • Pipe and cable tray wrapping
  • Use of fire rated sealants and materials
  • Applying the use of various collars
  • Complete works according to passive register reports
  • Compliance to material certified systems
  • Use of Trafalgar, Promat and TBA products
  • Pick up of materials and supplies
  • Use of power and portable tools and hand tools
  • Shift work

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Earthcruiser Australia
Wollongong, NSW
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Mould/Plug/Pattern making
  • Fabrication in Composites/Metal/Timber
  • Mould prep
  • Gelcoating (Spray and brushed applied)
  • Lay up of moulds
  • Flowcoat prep and application
  • Product trimming and dressing
  • Repair work (Prep/Lay up/Finishing)
  • Spray painting
  • Use of various weaves, cloths and mats
  • Use of Poly, Vinyl, Tooling and Epoxy resins
  • Use of power and air hand tools

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Freestyle Composites
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Mould making
  • Mould prep
  • Gelcoating (Spray applied)
  • Lay up of moulds
  • Flowcoat prep and application
  • Product trimming and dressing
  • Repair work (Prep/Lay up/Finishing)
  • Spray painting
  • Use of various weaves, cloths and mats
  • Use of Poly, Vinyl, Tooling and Epoxy resins
  • Use of power and air hand tools

Composite Laminator/Trade Assistant

Bianca Vessel Management
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Structural and cosmetic repairs in Carbon Fibre and Chop Strand Mat
  • Use of Epoxy and Polyester Resins
  • Reading of plans and drawings
  • Trimming and dressing of repairs and infused gangways and planks
  • Preparation of planks for repair work (grinding out damaged and cosmetic areas)
  • Pick up, deliveries of damaged and repaired decks
  • Metal work and fitout of new and repaired planks
  • Structural work in Foamcore and filler products

Mechanical Service Installer

Norex Services PTY LTY
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Installation of fire damper products
  • Rectification of fire damper installations
  • Reading of plans and drawings
  • Fire wall construction and repair
  • Reports and visual inspection of fire dampers
  • Pick up and deliveries
  • Fabrication of frames, and supports for passive fire installations
  • Shift and interstate work

Trade Assistant

Byron GSE Milperra
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Sorting, marking and cutting of materials (Aluminium sheeting, Mild steel, Galvanised and Stainless steel products)
  • Dressing and finishing of completed products
  • Use of break press and Guillotine
  • Use of power tools
  • Reading of, and conforming to component drawings

Education

Diploma of Graphic Design - Graphic Design

CATC
Sydney
01-2013

Certificate III - Multimedia

City Employment And Training
Wollongong, NSW
11-2003

Freelance Cartooning And Illustration - Art And Design

Australian College of Journalism
Sydney, NSW
12-2000

Year 11 Record of Achievement - HSC

Illawarra Senior College
Port Kembla, NSW
11-1997

Skills

  • Mould preparation
  • Gelcoating application
  • Composite fabrication
  • Structural repairs
  • Fire barrier compliance
  • Materials inspection
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Health and safety
  • Technical documentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

References

References are available on request

Certification

  • EWP (over and under 11 mtr)
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
  • HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • RISI Ticket
  • WWC Check
  • National Police Clearance
  • Full unrestricted NSW licence

Timeline

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Earthcruiser Australia
05.2024 - 10.2024

Passive Fire Technician

Newsound Fire Services
02.2024 - 05.2024

Team Leader/Passive Fire Technician

Pasiv Fire Pty Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2024

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Earthcruiser Australia
01.2018 - 01.2022

Composite Laminator/Fabricator

Freestyle Composites
01.2015 - 01.2017

Composite Laminator/Trade Assistant

Bianca Vessel Management
01.2013 - 01.2015

Mechanical Service Installer

Norex Services PTY LTY
01.2010 - 01.2013

Trade Assistant

Byron GSE Milperra
01.2008 - 01.2010

Diploma of Graphic Design - Graphic Design

CATC

Certificate III - Multimedia

City Employment And Training

Freelance Cartooning And Illustration - Art And Design

Australian College of Journalism

Year 11 Record of Achievement - HSC

Illawarra Senior College
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