Hi everyone!
It's Matt, an overseas qualified cabinet maker, worked in the field of cabinetry for about 2 years, and 2 years in commercial carpentry (in various companies through agency), mostly installing handrails and balustrades as a TA and about 6 months as a TA for a Fire Sprinkler in Sydney, building pipeline modules for the tunnel project called "NorthConnex" in Australia. I've been basically working in construction since I arrived in Australia.
Currently working as a shopfitter.
I've got
* WWCC (Employee)
* First Aid and CPR
* Working Safely at Heights
* Confined Space
* EWP over 11m
* Full toolset for the cabinetry and commercial carpentry works
* Full VIC Driving Licence
* A reliable ute
I'd like your brutal honesty in terms of the things I should acquire as in tickets and education (Certificate II in Plumbing) as I've just started tailoring my resume and my cover letter to be able to find an apprenticeship in Fire Protection: Fire Sprinkler area of plumbing. I'm very sceptical about my age and like to know your valuable advices on securing an apprenticeship.
Regards,
Matt
0433 446 378
I've been also studying the basics of plumbing when I have time after work and on the weekends to expose myself to the field as much as I can and saving up money for both the apprenticeship period and the necessary tools and equipment.