Thomas Williams

In my time working for Tate, I was responsible for installing engineered ceiling systems and joinery units within the newly built Microsoft data centres in Melbourne. This involved measuring and cutting material, fixing units to the ceiling grids with brackets and screws, setting out the correct placement of units and working in with other tradespeople on site.

• Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
• Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
• Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.

While working at Fortis Construction, i gained valuable experience in formwork. I worked on a number of projects around Melbourne including a large scale retirement apartment building, an Elephant enclosure at Werribee Zoo, an Olympic swimming pool in Burwood an multiple smaller scale apartments buildings.

• Measured and cut timber to size in order to create formwork components.
• Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.
• Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
• Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.

While working for JLM Building in New Zealand, i was exposed to a large variety of both residential construction, as well as some light commercial work and joinery installs. I was one of only two carpenters in the company, so was responsible for running jobs, ordering materials, studying and understanding plans, attending council inspections and training the apprentices. Our main work was residential homes with both spec homes and high end architectural builds. We were involved in the entire process of each build from slab preparation, framing, interior linings, installing windows and doors, and all finishing work. We also completed large scale joinery installs at universities and schools within NZ.

• Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
• Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
• Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
• Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
• Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.

Humphries was where I first started as an apprentice. i worked on a number of sites gaining experience in timber framing, formworking and other general construction works.

• Assisted experienced carpenters in the construction of wooden frames for buildings.
• Followed instructions from senior carpenters when performing tasks.
• Ensured that all tools were stored properly after use.
• Installed trusses, rafters and joists according to blueprints.