James Duncan
Botany, NSW,Australia
Summary
Hardworking carpentry professional with extensive experience across various construction settings. Interprets design briefs to prepare, assemble and build accurate, secure structures. Collaborative team player dedicated to achieving quality outcomes within agreed deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Framework Carpenter
Wardle Construction PTY LTD
Kingsford, 2032
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Completed high-quality carpentry and joinery on residential building of high end houses.
- Followed detailed architectural drawings, resulting in precise construction projects.
- Created detailed layouts based on blueprints; accuracy in project execution achieved. Forming radius/ unorthodox structures.
- Managed steel fixings set out on behalf of the company.
- Mastered use of power tools to improve efficiency on job tasks.
- Estimated material needs accurately; unnecessary costs avoided.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to ensure long-lasting performance.
- Ensured accurate measurements with the proper use of measuring tapes and rulers.
- Enhanced safety measures by maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work area.
- Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
- Worked well as a team to achieve the high standards in meeting deadlines, through good communication and delegation.
Carpenter and joiner
HME Services PTY LTD
Yagoona, NSW, Australia
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Involved in the rebuild of the main stage in the Sydney Opera House..
- Built floating walkway access on the roof above the stage for the on-going maintenance.
- Interpreted technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Completed first and second fixings.
- Achieved customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality carpentry and joinery services.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale projects smoothly.
- Fabricated high-quality joinery components to meet specifications.
- Made sure all mechanical fittings were installed correctly to work in with moving parts.
- Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines and under extremely high tolerances, which also involved working in confined spaces.
Framework Carpenter
Michael Granville Construction
Sydney, NSW, Australia
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Contributed in building houses from scratch.
- Followed detailed architectural drawings, resulting in precise construction projects.
- Assembled structures accurately and securely to produce quality results.
- Worked using diverse building techniques which involved shuttering, steel fixing, concrete finishing, first and second fixing, tiling.
- Coordinated with other construction professionals, promoting a collaborative working environment.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by completing quality work within schedule.
Steel Fixer, Formworker and Safety Carpenter
Hibernian Construction
Drommoyne, NSW, Australia
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Built bridge access ways and stairs on a daily basis to ensure safe access for employees between floors.
- Carried out a variant of building techniques on site such as steel fixing, shuttering and concrete finishing.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Secured exterior building materials, roofing and siding when necessary.
- Set and tested anchor points for myself and other employees for use when working on heights and on live edges.
- Ensured health and safety policies and procedures laid out by Occupational Safety and Health Administration were adhered to on each site.
Steel Fixer
EKC Construction
Nowra, NSW, Australia
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Organised and managed stock and material needed for each site.
- Ensured adherence to safety standards for reduced worksite accidents.
- Completed task ahead of deadlines through efficient time management skills.
- Positioned and secured steel bars or mesh in concrete forms to strengthen structures.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings on projects with strong accuracy and eye for detail.
- Measured and cut steel bars for precise fit.
- Cut rods to required lengths for enhanced fitting precision.
- Planned daily activities, improved productivity on site.
TA and Electrician
Luhan Group PTY LTD/ Barnwell Cambridge PTY LTD
Bondi Junction, NSW, Australia
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Suspended ceiling and wall mounted bracket to support cable trys and ladder.
- Installed and maintained wiring for enhanced building functionality.
- Alleviated safety risks with thorough periodic checks on installations.
- Read blueprints effectively, ensuring accurate construction projects completion.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code. Marking out and cutting steel accurately eg. gland plates.
- Used various techniques such as cutting, striping, lugging and terminating of the larger cables.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Worked well under pressure during time-sensitive projects ensuring timely completion.
General Labourer
Roughty Stonework
Kenmare, Co Kerry, Ireland
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Used a variety of power tools, demonstrating versatility and adaptability on the job site.
- Set up barriers and scaffolding around work areas to maintain public safety during construction operations.
- Carried out general maintenance tasks around the site, contributing to an orderly working environment.
- Worked under harsh weather conditions with dedication and resilience.
- Demonstrated excellent stamina, manual dexterity and my ability to problem solve.
- Worked efficiently to help complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
Carpenter Assistant
Denis Shea Carpentry
Kenmare, Co Kerry, Ireland
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Repaired existing furniture and woodwork, extending their lifespan.
- Worked outdoors on large construction projects whilst maintaining high energy levels.
- Erected scaffolding to work on high sections of buildings safely.
- Helped measure, cut and assemble materials for building frameworks.
- Handled woodworking machines such as drill presses or bandsaws, increasing productivity level .
- Maintained clean working area through responsible disposal of waste materials which promoted health and safety regulations compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Technology(Education) - in Materials and Engineering Technology
University of Limerick
Co. Limerick, Ireland 09.2010 - 05.2014
Leaving Certificate -
Pobal Scoil Inbhear Sceine
Co. Kerry, Ireland 09.2004 - 06.2010
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- IT Skills
- Advanced carpentry math
- Flexibility in task handling
- On-Site problem resolution
- Safety compliance
- Project Management
Custom
- Safe Pass, Ireland, 2016
- Manual Handling, Ireland and Australia, 2020
- White Card - General Construction Induction Course, Australia, 2020
- Working at Heights, Australia, 2020
- On site training in the installation of anchor points, 2020
- Rail Industry Worker Ticket, 2020
- Induction training courses mandatory to work on sites, 2020
Certification
- Safe Pass (Ireland) - 2016
- Manual Handling (Ireland & Australia) - 2020
- White Card, General Construction Induction Course (Australia) - 2020
- Working at Heights (Australia) - 2020
- Rail Industry Worker Ticket -2021
- On Site Training -Installation of anchor points and testing to ensure safe load bearing to be used for safety when working at heights, near live edges
-Health and safety regulations
-Work equality
-Environmental care and precautions
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Framework Carpenter
Wardle Construction PTY LTD
07.2022 - 08.2024
Carpenter and joiner
HME Services PTY LTD
01.2021 - 07.2022
Framework Carpenter
Michael Granville Construction
09.2020 - 12.2020
Steel Fixer, Formworker and Safety Carpenter
Hibernian Construction
11.2019 - 09.2020
Steel Fixer
EKC Construction
01.2019 - 10.2019
TA and Electrician
Luhan Group PTY LTD/ Barnwell Cambridge PTY LTD
08.2018 - 12.2018
General Labourer
Roughty Stonework
06.2017 - 09.2018
Carpenter Assistant
Denis Shea Carpentry
06.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Technology(Education) - in Materials and Engineering Technology
University of Limerick
09.2010 - 05.2014
Leaving Certificate -
Pobal Scoil Inbhear Sceine
09.2004 - 06.2010
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