Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Hobbies and Interests
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Michael Benge

Wellington,WGN

Summary

A hard-working trustworthy person with over a decades experience in water reticulation. Able to get along with people and enjoys interaction with others. Has initiative and focus to complete any task as well as the determination to get the job done. Professional worker and understands the importance of customer satisfaction as well as clear and friendly communication skills. Physically fit and drug free.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Leading Hand

Wellington Pipelines Ltd
07.2021 - Current
  • Organised and ran daily toolboxes onsite.
  • Daily operation of a variety of machinery, including excavators, loaders, and forklifts.
  • Played integral part in leading and delivering core water infrastructure projects throughout the Wellington region.
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and joining pipes for various construction projects.

Concrete Finisher

Lazenby Concrete
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Installed high end polished concrete flooring and worktops.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.

Water Fitter

Ives Plumbing
09.2012 - 04.2019
  • Gained Level 3 National Certificate in Water Reticulation and operated a 1.7T excavator.
  • Installed and maintained water meters of varying diameters.
  • Connections onto existing watermains for new sub divisions.
  • Graded or leveled trench bases using tamping machines or hand tools.
  • Followed plans to locate existing utilities prior to digging and flagged locations for operators.
  • Reviewed schematics and measured pipes to make accurate cuts.
  • Minimized disruptions to clients'' daily routines with efficient, professional service when installing or servicing water meters.

Roofer

DB Roofing
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Worked as a labourer and gained practical experience in the construction trade.
  • Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.

Burger King
01.2010 - 01.2011

Subway
01.2008 - 02.2010

Education

Level 3 National Certificate in Water Reticulation -

Connexis
New Zealand
03.2016

NCEA Level 1, NCEA Level 2 -

Hutt Valley High School
Lower Hutt, WGN
01.2009

Skills

  • Team Development
  • Safety Management
  • Innovation Skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Maintenance understanding
  • Repair expertise
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Equipment and tools
  • Effective Communication

Accomplishments

  • Level 3 & 4 Food and Beverage City and Guilds Certificate
  • Level 3 National Certificate in Water Reticulation

References

  • Tom Roberts, Lazenby Concrete Ltd, +6427 556 5859, markmasina@corporateconnect.co.nz
  • Mark Masina, Rugby Coach, +6427 443 0469, ivesplumbing@gmail.com

Hobbies and Interests

Sport I have always loved playing sport and keeping myself active through exercise. I have played rugby throughout most of my junior years, right through high school and returned to playing for Petone, a local club.

Timeline

Leading Hand

Wellington Pipelines Ltd
07.2021 - Current

Concrete Finisher

Lazenby Concrete
06.2019 - 05.2021

Water Fitter

Ives Plumbing
09.2012 - 04.2019

Roofer

DB Roofing
01.2011 - 12.2011

Burger King
01.2010 - 01.2011

Subway
01.2008 - 02.2010

Level 3 National Certificate in Water Reticulation -

Connexis

NCEA Level 1, NCEA Level 2 -

Hutt Valley High School
Michael Benge