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Tate O'Dowd

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Builder's Labourer

Lockwood Living
Gundaroo, NSW
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.

Traffic Controller

OX Traffic
Canberra, Act
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing direction to drivers and managing the flow of vehicular traffic.
  • Organized detours and adjusted signal timing to accommodate special events or construction projects.
  • Implemented strategies designed to reduce congestion during peak hours such as staggered shift schedules or alternative routing options.
  • Utilized two-way radios for communication between dispatchers or other field personnel concerning changes in traffic conditions due to accidents or inclement weather.

Concrete Pump Operator

Jag Pumping
Queanbeyan, NSW
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Checked machinery parts for wear and tear prior to use each day.
  • Adhered strictly to OSHA standards while performing tasks associated with concrete pumping operations.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning pumps or other hazards.
  • Assisted with setting up forms for pouring foundations or walls as needed.
  • Followed all company policies related to safety protocols while operating the concrete pump.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating the concrete pump.

Soil Technician

J&A Geotech
Canberra, ACT
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided recommendations for improving soil quality or addressing environmental issues related to soils.
  • Operated equipment such as GPS systems, survey instruments, and lab equipment.
  • Compiled data from field tests and laboratory analysis into detailed reports.
  • Conducted field surveys to identify soil types and collect samples for testing.
  • Performed soil sampling and analysis to determine composition, texture, and structure of soils.
  • Documented observations in technical reports based on field measurements and laboratory results.

Landscaper

ABC Landscaping
Canberra, ACT
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
  • Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
  • Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
  • Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
  • Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

UC Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra
Canberra ACT
11-2021

Skills

  • Concrete pouring
  • Equipment operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Traffic management
  • Site preparation
  • Material handling
  • Quality control
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Resource management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Builder's Labourer

Lockwood Living
02.2025 - Current

Traffic Controller

OX Traffic
08.2024 - 01.2025

Concrete Pump Operator

Jag Pumping
03.2023 - 08.2024

Soil Technician

J&A Geotech
09.2022 - 02.2023

Landscaper

ABC Landscaping
11.2021 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

UC Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra

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