Zak Barnard
Redcliffe,WA
Summary
I am a 29 year old permanent resident in Australia who is prepared to bring valuable experience within construction, maintenance, and repair sectors to any new role.
Known for effectively handling every task put in front, I will always put my all in to every task both physical and challenging.
I will consistently deliver quality results.
I am a reliable and adaptable team player who excels in dynamic and challenging environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Labourer
Georgiou Group / Mass Resources
Perth, WA
12.2024 - Current
- Worked daily around HR vehicles, assisting with traffic management, load spotting, and equipment movement. Gained strong vehicle knowledge with safe work practices.
- Provided essential support to subcontractors for smooth operations, including equipment handling and material logistics.
- Took on a leadership role by delegating tasks to a small team while partnering with supervisors.
- Spotted mobile plant and excavations as a trained SPO abiding by Safework Code of operations.
General Hand
Hartways Galvanizer's
Perth, WA
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Efficiently used hand grinders and various hand tools to prepare and finish galvanized steel products
- Quality inspection of finished products which are then pelleted and secured safely
- Adhered to strict deadlines while maintaining a focus on producing high-quality products that met client expectations.
- Inspected results through quality checks.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve production goals, sharing knowledge and best practices.
Chiller/Freezer Hand
Alliance Smithfield
Timaru NZ
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Facilitated cold storage, stock control and safe movement of meat in butchery environment.
- Supported team members with heavy lifting and transportation of product as needed throughout seasonal work.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming goods before storage or distribution to ensure they met company standards.
Trade Assistant
Mainland Brick & Block
Timaru, New Zealand
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Assisted with concrete mixing, following instructions for proper ratios of cement, sand and water.
- Supported efficient material handling by organizing supplies and staging them at appropriate locations on the job site.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
Labourer
United Scaffolding
Timaru, New Zealand
12.2013 - 04.2016
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the labourer role.
Rousey
Shearing Gang
Waimate, New Zealand
05.2010 - 01.2013
- Lifting and Pressing wool with a manual press into bales
- Skirting fleece edges of any dags and then rolling into a bale and tying manually, then stocking bales in allocated fleece bins
- Sweeping and maintaining the shearer's shed and work space
Education
Certificate III - Painting & Decorating
Aoraki University
Canterbury, NZ11-2017
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Safety awareness
- Adaptability
- Trade assistance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Power Tools Operation
Certification
- Painting & Decorating level 3 certificate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
References
- Amber Swallow, HR
+61435811047
- Clive, Georgiou Supervisor
+61499805146
- Aaron, Georgiou leading supervisor
+61409105174
Other
- WA Drivers License class 1 manual
- Heavy Rigged Automatic (HR) Truck License ~ WA Department of Transport
- Rio Tinto Inducted
- Working Rights WA
- Aus/NZ Police Clearance
- WA White Card
Timeline
Civil Labourer
Georgiou Group / Mass Resources
12.2024 - Current
General Hand
Hartways Galvanizer's
04.2024 - 06.2024
Chiller/Freezer Hand
Alliance Smithfield
11.2021 - 04.2024
Trade Assistant
Mainland Brick & Block
02.2020 - 05.2021
Labourer
United Scaffolding
12.2013 - 04.2016
Rousey
Shearing Gang
05.2010 - 01.2013
Certificate III - Painting & Decorating
Aoraki University