Nolan Rapana
Baldivis,Perth
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Scaffolder
Breight Group
Riverdale, Perth
08.2024 - Current
- Alleviated safety accidents by operating according to strict schedules and safety guidelines.
- Analyzed base surfaces to identify potential obstructions or safety hazards.
- Maintained records of all inspections carried out on site including any repairs undertaken.
- Repaired and replaced faulty or damaged scaffold materials.
- Worked with welders to assemble pipe spools and fittings.
- Removed old or defective components from existing structures before installing new ones.
- Unloaded equipment and materials and moved supplies around on job sites in various weather conditions.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Repaired damaged or worn parts of existing scaffolds using welding techniques or replacement components.
- Broke down structures following project completion.
- Checked the safety of scaffolding structures and ensured that they met industry standards.
- Inspected structures to locate potential weak points or safety hazards.
- Assisted in the loading, unloading, and transportation of materials needed for scaffolding jobs.
- Communicated effectively with other members of staff involved in the same project.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
Building Apprentice
Roberts NZ & FKC & SPK Builders
Manukau City, Auckland
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted in the preparation of building sites by clearing and leveling land, erecting scaffolding, and digging trenches.
- Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures and material requirements.
- Installed insulation, drywall, siding, flooring, trimming, cabinetry, countertops and other components of buildings.
- Fabricated structural steel components using welding equipment according to specifications.
- Prepared concrete forms for foundations or other structures prior to pouring operations.
- Laid out floors based on measurements taken from blueprints or surveyors' reports.
- Assembled prefabricated parts into completed structures following instructions from supervisors or engineers.
- Performed carpentry tasks such as framing walls and installing doors and windows.
- Applied waterproofing materials to exterior surfaces of buildings in order to protect them from water damage.
- Repaired existing structures by replacing worn materials or adding new features such as handrails or skylights.
- Inspected finished structures for compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople during installation of roofing systems or HVAC units.
- Maintained tools and equipment used on job sites in good working condition.
- Cleaned up debris from construction sites after completing projects.
- Provided support services such as carrying materials or performing demolition tasks.
- Adhered strictly to quality control standards when constructing building components.
- Operated tools, gauges and equipment to complete work.
- Completed repairs to building structures such as floors, changed out fixtures and painted walls and trim.
- Performed common repairs and maintenance actions on building systems such as [Type] and [Type] systems.
- Removed debris from work areas and performed final cleanings after completing projects.
Advanced Scaffolder Leading Hand
Access Solutions & Instant Access
Mount Wellington
05.2009 - 07.2019
- Planned and coordinated scaffolding projects with the team.
- Lead, managed and supervised a crew of scaffolders to ensure safe working practices.
- Ensured that all scaffolding materials were inspected, maintained and stored correctly.
- Identified potential hazards in the workplace and took appropriate corrective action.
- Developed new procedures for erecting complex structures safely and efficiently.
- Organized and facilitated regular safety meetings with the team.
- Conducted risk assessments on work sites prior to commencement of works.
- Checked plans, drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy of design intent.
- Provided training and instruction on safe use of tools, equipment and materials to workers.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, test results, maintenance schedules.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations relating to health and safety legislation.
- Inspected scaffolding components after erection for any defects or damage before use.
- Supervised lifting operations including crane lifts using slinging techniques.
- Liaised with client representatives in order to resolve issues promptly and professionally.
Skills
- Rigging skills
- Permitting requirements
- Comfortable at heights
- Specialized suspended scaffolds
- Efficient dismantling procedures
- Edge protection installation
- Safe work practices
- Quality control measures
- Time management expertise
- Rigging expertise
- System scaffolding expertise
- Scaffold erection techniques
- Accurate material estimation
- Advanced scaffold design
- Problem-solving capacity
- Expert load calculation
- Stair tower construction
- Confined spaces expertise
- Inspections
- Proper scaffold inspection
- Confined space scaffolding
- Tube and clamp systems
- Mobile scaffold assembly
- Advanced fall protection
Affiliations
Involved in my children's sports activities.
Certification
- SA - Scaffolding Advance
- Work at heights ticket
- Confined space ticket
- DG - Dogging
- EWP - Elevated working platforms
- LF - Forklift
- CN - Franna Crane
- Telehandler Certificate
- White Card WA
- HR - Heavy Rigid Licence
- MR - Medium Rigid Licence
Timeline
Advanced Scaffolder
Breight Group
08.2024 - Current
Building Apprentice
Roberts NZ & FKC & SPK Builders
04.2021 - 06.2024
Advanced Scaffolder Leading Hand
Access Solutions & Instant Access
05.2009 - 07.2019
- SA - Scaffolding Advance
- Work at heights ticket
- Confined space ticket
- DG - Dogging
- EWP - Elevated working platforms
- LF - Forklift
- CN - Franna Crane
- Telehandler Certificate
- White Card WA
- HR - Heavy Rigid Licence
- MR - Medium Rigid Licence
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