Simon Zahra
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Concrete Patcher and Bricklayer with extensive experience at Form 700 and Trowel Master. Expert in concrete repair and masonry construction, demonstrating strong project estimation and effective communication skills. Proven track record of enhancing structural integrity and ensuring job site safety, consistently delivering high-quality results on time.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Concrete Patcher, Concrete Finisher
Form 700
Melbourne, Vic
04.2022 - Current
- Performed surface preparation for concrete patching and repair tasks.
- Applied concrete mixtures to damaged surfaces using hand tools and machinery.
- Grouted joints between precast pieces of concrete to create a water-tight seal.
- Repaired cracks in concrete by filling them with caulking materials or grout.
- Placed reinforcing steel bars into forms before pouring the concrete mix.
- Cut out deteriorated or damaged sections of concrete using jackhammers and masonry cutting saws.
- Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
- Placement of concrete, finish concrete
- Pressure grouting
- Self levelling
- Steel fixing
Bricklayer
Trowel master self employed
Melbourne, Vic
10.2011 - 03.2022
- Constructed brick structures following blueprints and specifications.
- Mixed mortar to ensure proper consistency and strength for installations.
- Installed bricks, blocks, and stone materials for walls and foundations.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and preferences.
- Oversaw job site safety practices to maintain a secure work environment.
- Trained apprentices on bricklaying techniques and safety protocols.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Laid bricks in various patterns according to specifications.
- Mixed mortar by hand, wheelbarrow or mechanical mixer.
- Repaired and restored brickwork on buildings, walls and chimneys.
- Placed expansion joints in brickwork to prevent cracking due to temperature changes.
- Installed lintels, arches and other masonry structures.
- Checked verticality of walls using plumb bob or laser level equipment.
- Installed flashing around window sills, door frames and rooflines.
- Measured and cut bricks to specific dimensions using a range of hand tools.
- Inspected existing structures for safety issues prior to repair work.
- Communicated with clients to provide project estimates regarding materials and labor.
- Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
Concrete Patcher, concrete finisher
Conset
Melbourne , Vic
10.2006 - 09.2011
Bricklayer
Master bricklayers
Melbourne, Vic
04.1996 - 09.2006
Education
MacKillop Collage
Werribee, VicSkills
- Surface preparation
- Concrete mixing
- Crack repair
- Reinforcing steel placement
- Masonry construction
- Project estimation
- Job site safety
- Problem solving
- Hand troweling
- Concrete repair
- Leveling proficiency
- Power trowel operation
- Concrete pouring
- Screed usage
- Concrete cutting
- Concrete finishing
- Grout application
- Attention to detail
- Brick installation
- Client communication
- Team leadership
- Quality inspection
- Training and development
- Effective communication
- Project supervision
- Site safety management
- Restoration work
Timeline
Concrete Patcher, Concrete Finisher
Form 700
04.2022 - Current
Bricklayer
Trowel master self employed
10.2011 - 03.2022
Concrete Patcher, concrete finisher
Conset
10.2006 - 09.2011
Bricklayer
Master bricklayers
04.1996 - 09.2006
MacKillop Collage