Dynamic Concrete Finisher with extensive experience at Maahs Concreting (Pty-Ltd), specializing in precision surface leveling and reinforced steel application. Proven ability to enhance project outcomes through effective team collaboration and adherence to safety protocols. Committed to delivering high-quality concrete structures while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Finisher-concrete Form Carpenter-steel Fi
Maahs Concreting (Pty-Ltd)
Hervey Bay, QLD
02.2011 - 11.2021
Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
Maintained records related to job progress such as hours worked per day and amount of material used.
Installed expansion joints, sealants, coatings, and other protective treatments according to specifications.
Inspected work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed.
Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
Cleaned work area at end of each shift removing debris, unused material.
Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
Monitored conditions of the job site to prevent damage or accidents due to wet cement or other hazardous materials.
Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
Provided assistance in completing projects within deadlines set by supervisor and client.
Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
Assisted in loading and unloading supplies such as bags of cement onto trucks or wheelbarrows.
Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
Applied hardening compounds to protect the surface from weathering and staining.
Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hervey Bay High School
Hervey Bay, QLD
12-1989
Skills
Professional Concrete Finishing Techniques
Reinforced Steel Application
Concrete Formwork Setup
Workplace Safety Compliance
Team-Oriented Collaboration
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Accuracy Alignment Assessment
Curing Compound Application
Skilled in Power Tool Use
Safe Material Management
Precision Surface Leveling
Skilled in Expansion Joint Installation
Hydraulic equipment
Commercial construction experience
Proficient in OSHA Safety Protocols
Concrete Reinforcement Installation
Site Assessment and Preparation
Occupational Safety Management
Concrete Foundation Installation
Form setting
Concrete Slab Construction
Concrete Restoration
Skilled in Chute Management
Surface Curing Techniques
Knowledge of Structural Systems
Team Management
Effective Goal Development
Effective Solutions Development
Workplace Safety Standards
Pedestrian Pathway Construction
Pitch and depth correction
Efficient Joint Cutting Techniques
Jointers and edgers
Certification
Cert 3 in concrete - steel fixing- form working
qbcc license holder
Timeline
Concrete Finisher-concrete Form Carpenter-steel Fi
Freelance concrete form setter/ finisher at Various contractors/ sub contractorsFreelance concrete form setter/ finisher at Various contractors/ sub contractors