Zac Hinds
Gympie,QLD
Summary
Skilled in blending colors and maintaining high customer satisfaction, I leveraged my artistic vision and client communication skills at mjm painting contractors. My adaptability and precision brushwork contributed to consistently exceeding project expectations, ensuring a seamless blend of creativity and functionality in every task.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator/ Offsider
Springfield retaining and earthmoving
Brisbane , Qld
10.2024 - Current
- Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify potential hazards or risks within working environment.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Brush Hand
mjm painting contractors
Gympie, Qld
02.2020 - 09.2024
- Recommended blending, harmonizing and contrasting color options to customers.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by filling cracks, holes and other imperfections with caulk or putty.
- Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.
- Removed fixtures and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Measured wall area accurately to determine amount of material needed for each project.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- I also learned basic trade skills along the way, such as fixing up drywall, having good communication skills with the supervisor or workers on site, customer service, and making homeowners feel good about their choices along the way.
- Ensured proper clean-up after each job was completed including removal of excess materials and supplies from the site.
Delivery Driver
dominos
Gympie, Qld
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Managed inventory levels during deliveries by verifying load counts against shipping manifests.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
Steel Cutter
countrywide metals
Gympie , Qld
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Clean work area regularly to ensure a safe working environment.
- Safely move heavy objects using overhead cranes, jibs or forklifts when necessary.
- Stack finished goods onto pallets for transport according to shipping instructions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Inspected finished products for conformance to customer requirements and quality standards.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Nash State High School
Gympie, QLD11-2020
Skills
- Blending colors
- Deadline management
- Design principles
- Fine motor skills
- Ergonomic techniques
- Layering paint
- Brush maintenance
- Adaptability to feedback
- Texture techniques
- Workspace organization
- Precision brushwork
- Health and safety
- Lighting effects
- Pattern reproduction
- Surface preparation
- Client communication
- Customer satisfaction
- Pressure control
- Creative expression
- Customization
- Color mixing
- Artistic vision
- Environmental awareness
- Consistency in style
Affiliations
- i find myself to be very out going person that's always ready to lend a hand where possible and make new friends along the way when it comes to activities or even my work place.
- while at school i undertook a tafe course to get my certificate two in automotive.
- always looking to listen and learn new things along the way and never letting any job to big or small get to me.
- while at school i undertook all hands on classes like manufacturing , wood works, metal works and fibreglassing.
- altho i find myself trying to accomplish new things at work and pushing myself i really like to work on my cars and bikes. these are what i enjoying doing on my days off so working on my own cars has helped me learn allot about fixing anything from cars to machinery giving me a wide rang of abilities.
- have always had a big passion for earthworks and machines for many years so hoping to put myself in the right line of work for the future
- always up to meet new faces and make friends wherever it may be
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Machine Operator/ Offsider
Springfield retaining and earthmoving
10.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
dominos
03.2020 - 06.2020
Brush Hand
mjm painting contractors
02.2020 - 09.2024
Steel Cutter
countrywide metals
06.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
James Nash State High School