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Timothy O'Brien

Green Point,NSW

Summary

Results-driven carpenter bringing 27+ years of experience in construction operations. Focused on boosting team productivity and increasing profits by proactively managing and improving operations. Proficient in overseeing compliance and records management. Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 23 years of experience. Effective collaborator promoting client satisfaction and completing tasks on time and on budget.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner

TLZ MAINTANCE PTY LTD
01.2001 - Current
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
  • Frequently studied market to keep abreast of new industry trends.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
  • Used business software packages to maintain files and administrative records.
  • Delegated various daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
  • Drafted invoices for completed work.
  • Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of process optimization in relation to profit and loss.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Trained NEW employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.

Site Foreman

TLZ MAINTANCE/FLEXEM CONSTRUCTIONS
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Played a key role in securing repeat business through consistently delivering projects on time or ahead of schedule without compromising quality or safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities, including time sheets, material logs, and safety reports.
  • Reduced project delays by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship by overseeing all aspects of construction from start to finish.
  • Streamlined communication between team members and subcontractors for seamless coordination of tasks.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and local authorities for smoother project execution.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with consistent progress updates and efficient resolution of concerns.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure accurate interpretation of design plans.
  • Ensured safety compliance on the job site through regular inspections and adherence to established protocols.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Took daily phone calls and emails from trades and suppliers to keep project running smoothly

Site Foreman

TLZ MAINTANENCE/NRC
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities, including time sheets, material logs, and safety reports.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship by overseeing all aspects of construction from start to finish.
  • Contributed to successful project completion with diligent tracking of milestones and deadlines.
  • Streamlined communication between team members and subcontractors for seamless coordination of tasks.
  • Ensured safety compliance on the job site through regular inspections and adherence to established protocols.
  • Upheld quality standards throughout all stages of construction with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.

Education

Certificate III - Carpentry And Joinery

Tafe
Kingswood, NSW
12.1999

Skills

Accountability Practices

  • Policy Formulation
  • Employee Engagement Strategies
  • Expert Problem-Solving Ability
  • Sector Knowledge
  • Regulatory Adherence
  • Leadership Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Achieve Results in Demanding Environments
  • Small Business Management
  • Planning and execution
  • Small business operations
  • Budget management
  • Staff hiring
  • Team building
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Customer service
  • Business management
  • Inventory tracking and management
  • Calendar management
  • Delegating work
  • Staff development

Accomplishments

    Achieved shut down of 4 bigw stores by introducing a safe and effective safe management plan to complete the job for the client bigw on time and on budget with a small team tasks.

  • Supervised team of 5 staff members and up to 4 other trades to complete shut down successfully.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the shut down of 4 Bigw stores ,Armidale Chullura Faifield and Auburn store
  • I was the leading hand Foreman building the Restaurant Cafe called the Butlers Pantry North Richmond ,NSW. Where i over saw the daily operations and supervising of multiple trades.
  • Foreman of the new BWS store in Weston Creek ,ACT. Where i over saw multiple trades and successfully handed over the job.
  • Foreman of the upgrade at Lisarow Woolworth's.
  • As TLZ i completed the fitout of the new Narromine Thai Massage.

Certification

  • Certified owner of , TLZ maintenance pty ltd - 2yrs and sole trader for 23yrs.
  • carpentry and joinery cert3 Training - 1994-1997
  • asbestos removal License - 28/6/2013
  • wp License - 2021
  • class LE LS License - 06/10/2021
  • class LB LL License - 06/10/2021
  • WPCG License - 5/4/2021
  • WHITE CARD License - 23 jan 2014

Additional Information

Hello and Thank you for taking the time to read my resume.

My name is Timothy O'Brien i currently reside in Green Point on the Central Coast. I have been successfully running my business TLZ maintenance for the last 5 years and been a sole trader for 20 years and i have worked with many trades and learnt many aspects of their trades to help me successfully complete jobs such as building high end homes, Building Cafe Restaurants, BWS, WOOLWORTHS maintenance and new store upgrades to shutting down stores throughout N.S.W. I am the first one to site and the last to leave. I have a high standard in everything i do, an can manage any challenge's small or big that arise. In also being a owner of a maintenance company have a massive understanding of O.H.S, SWMS ,Work method statements and believe that there an important part of all work sites to help reduce injury death or down time to a site which can cause money loss and loss of production. With this knowledge and experience comes the added bonus of being able to be a good Foreman and to see continued movement in your business. I look forward to hearing from you.


Regards Timothy O'Brien

Timeline

Site Foreman

TLZ MAINTANCE/FLEXEM CONSTRUCTIONS
03.2024 - 01.2025

Site Foreman

TLZ MAINTANENCE/NRC
01.2023 - 03.2024

Business Owner

TLZ MAINTANCE PTY LTD
01.2001 - Current

Certificate III - Carpentry And Joinery

Tafe
Timothy O'Brien