Thomas Cooper
Bourke,NSW
Summary
I am a versatile Carpenter with 7 years of experience on various commercial construction sites, including a number of new home developments. I Complete tasks on time and with little guidance. I am a Carpenter who is keen, with attention to detail. I Recognise customer service as a valuable tool to deliver overall quality and satisfaction. I am committed to fulfilling all customer expectations through careful adherence to design plans and requests. I make a consorted effort to provide high quality carpentry through precise and detailed approaches, while meeting all budget and schedule requirements. I have lead and instructed apprentices less experienced than me on commercial and residential sites and supplied basic to advanced techniques, furthermore ensuring operational safety standards. I am an efficient carpenter equipped with tools and a vehicle, necessary to complete tasks on time and with little guidance. My efficiency extends to working not only in a busy City capacity, but also in remote and isolated areas of Far West New South Wales, specifically Bourke and the remote surrounds of the broader community. This required me to be aware of my OH&S, problem solve on my own and prioritising my work. I have a strong work ethic to perform daily construction duties. I am intelligent in planning tasks by performing simple and complex calculations, safety minded, maintaining organised workspaces and using tools properly and safely. I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I am adaptable and have exceptional interpersonal skills, working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Laborer
Will Ridge
Bourke , NSW
02.2023 - Current
- Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Carpentry work on the property homestead and shearing quarters, and other structures.
- Running Poly Pipe, use of fittings and fixing floats to ensure sufficient water flow to livestock water troughs from nearby water tanks.
- Cleaned out fence lines and repaired barbed wire, electric and board fencing.
- Applied troubleshooting methods to repair malfunctioning equipment.
- Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
- Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
- Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
- Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to enclosures.
- Driven tractors
- Land clearing
- Assisted as a Passenger in a Gyrocopter and fixed wing aircraft for mustering sheep and cattle on a regular basis as part of my duties.
- Use of quad bikes and dirt bikes to conduct tasks and duties.
- Working independently and without supervision on a 130,000 Acre sheep and cattle station.
- Adhered to Work Health and Safety procedures as per the properties' policy and procedures of health and safety awareness, identifying fatigue, safety on machinery, awareness in communication in remote areas with a UHF handheld radio and regularly communicate my location.
Qualified Carpenter
Brett SHEILDS
Bourke
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed various carpentry duties.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Studied sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards and identifying safety issues or risks.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Worked independently and in remote communities of New South Wales where little to no telecommunication service available.
Apprentice Carpenter
Daniel Cooper
Bungendore , NSW
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Performed various carpentry duties.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Studied sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Worked independently and in remote communities of New South Wales where little to none telecommunication services.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Encouraged feedback from foreman and trade workers on site to incorporate suggestions into later work.
- Uncovered product defects and addressed them.
Apprentice Carpenter
ACT Interiors
Canberra, ACT
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Performed various carpentry duties within a Commerical capacity.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Worked independently and in remote communities of New South Wales where little to none telecommunication services.
Grocery Team Member
Woolworths
Canberra, ACT
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Stocked product and maintained product displays according to merchandising standards, vendor contract terms.
- Followed safety and sanitation procedures to provide quality services and products for customers.
- Greeted store customers and assisted with product location, loading or unloading heavy items and retrieving out-of-reach items.
- Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
- Maintained and organized store displays to enhance product visibility and expedite product location activities.
- Received and unloaded new products upon delivery, checking for damage and order accuracy.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Escorted customers to appropriate aisles or shelves to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Contributed to front-end team success, assisting manager and co-workers with diverse daily tasks.
- Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
- Notified management of customer or employee accidents.
Sandwich Hand
Subway
Canberra, ACT
01.2015 - 02.2015
- Maintained clean, well-organized and properly sanitized front counter area to greet customers.
- Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
- Restocked counter supplies and condiment stations, cleaned windows and emptied bins during slow periods.
- Took orders, prepared foods and processed payments in full-service establishment.
- Stored food properly to prevent spoilage, cross-contamination and illnesses.
- Organized food preparation stations and regularly replenished supplies.
- Delivered superior customer service focused on quality and meeting customer needs.
- Trained sandwich hand to apply attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Conducted random audits on inventory levels to uncover variances between reported count and actual count.
Education
Certificate III in Carpentry (Completion)
MEGT NSW
Dubbo, NSW06.2023
Cert III in Carpentry (Commenced)
Master Builders Group Training
Canberra01.2016
Canberra High School (Yr10 Certificate)
Macquarie, ACT12.2015
Skills
- Staff Management
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Construction
- Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
- Hand and Power Tools
- Valid NSW Driver's License
- General Laborer
- Equipment Management
- Structural Repairs
- Construction Management
- Knowledge of OH&S Policies and Procedures
- Basic concrete formwork
- Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
- Excavation
- Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Construct external stairs
- Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
- Exlposive power tools
- Working at heights
- Good Communication
- Ethical work practice
Certification
- Certificate III in Carpentry
- White Card and Asbestos Training Card - Current
- Erect and Dismantle Restricted Height Scafolding
- Work Safely at Heights
- New South Wales Full Driver Licence (Class C)
References
Brett Sheilds
Owner
'Brett Shields'
Bourke NSW
0400 533 164
Aaron Alexander
2IC
Sterling Creations
0427 234 998
Justin Fahy
Director
ACT Interiors
0418 623 200
Steve Mulheran
Site Manager
ACT Interiors
0411 742 081
Timeline
Farm Laborer
Will Ridge
02.2023 - Current
Qualified Carpenter
Brett SHEILDS
07.2022 - 01.2023
Apprentice Carpenter
Daniel Cooper
01.2020 - 05.2022
Apprentice Carpenter
ACT Interiors
01.2016 - 12.2020
Grocery Team Member
Woolworths
02.2015 - 01.2016
Sandwich Hand
Subway
01.2015 - 02.2015
Certificate III in Carpentry (Completion)
MEGT NSW
Cert III in Carpentry (Commenced)
Master Builders Group Training
Canberra High School (Yr10 Certificate)