Noah Bennett

• Phone: +61 412 345 678
• Email: noah.bennett@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: noah-bennett-tile

Summary

With over 10 years of dedicated experience in tile and stone setting, I consistently deliver high-quality installations for residential and commercial projects. Proven ability to interpret blueprints, prepare substrates, and execute complex patterns with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring client satisfaction and project longevity. Expert in various material applications including ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and mosaic tiling.

Experience

Lead Tile and Stone Setter, Sydney Stoneworks & Tiling -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2018 – present

• Managed and executed over 70 high-end residential and commercial tiling projects, including large-format porcelain and intricate mosaic designs.

• Specialized in precise natural stone installations (marble, granite, travertine), reducing material waste by 15% through accurate cutting and layout planning.

• Trained and supervised junior setters, improving team efficiency and adherence to Australian building codes and safety standards.

• Successfully completed complex bathroom renovations, outdoor paving, and kitchen splashback installations, consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Tile and Stone Setter, Coastal Tiling Solutions -- Newcastle, Australia

July 2013 – Feb 2018

• Performed comprehensive surface preparation, including self-leveling, waterproofing, and substrate repairs for various tiling projects.

• Installed a wide range of tiles, including ceramic, terracotta, and vitrified tiles, for both interior and exterior applications.

• Operated and maintained tiling equipment, including wet saws, grinders, and mixers, ensuring optimal performance and safety.

• Collaborated effectively with builders, architects, and clients to ensure project specifications and aesthetic requirements were met.

Education

TAFE NSW - Ultimo Campus, Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling in Wall and Floor Tiling -- Sydney, Australia

Feb 2012 – June 2013

Skills

Tiling & Stone Setting Techniques: Ceramic Tile Installation, Porcelain Tile Installation, Natural Stone Installation (Marble, Granite, Travertine), Mosaic Tiling, Large Format Tiling, Substrate Preparation, Waterproofing, Grouting, Sealing, Lippage Control, Pattern Layout, Tile Cutting (Wet Saw, Manual Cutter)

Materials & Tools: Adhesives & Mortars, Grouts, Sealants, Underlayment Systems, Levels, Trowels, Spacers, Tile Cutters, Grinders, Mixers, Laser Levels

Construction & Safety: Blueprint Interpretation, Site Measurement, Quality Control, Australian Building Codes, OH&S Regulations, Dust Control, Material Handling

Project Management: Time Management, Client Communication, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Estimation