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Espen Lawry

Christchurch,Sockburn

Summary

Ambitious Carpenter skilled at taking on multiple projects at once. Experienced with complete home construction, remodels and renovations.


I am a fully qualified carpenter with 6 years of experience on the tools. I have done plenty of framing, trusses, window installation, internal doors, exterior cladding, finishing work such as door hardware and skirting etc on residential and commercial sites.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

A1 Group
09.2022 - Current

I have done work with A1 Group from Williams Corp Town houses, to the sports centre in Christchurch, new builds and renovations. I have also worked away from home.

  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.

Carpenter Apprentice

Moseley Construction
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Mainly did Cladding cedar, stria,weatherboards
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.

Carpenter Apprentice

Residental Castles LTD
11.2017 - 10.2021

Residential Castles was my first full time job and where i began my trade and learnt my foundational carpentry skills.

  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
  • Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
  • Worked with master carpenters to install decks for residential homes
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.

Shelf Stocker

New World Bishopdale
10.2016 - 11.2017

New World was my first Part time job and a good introduction to the work force while I was at school.


  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.

Education

Qualified Carpenter - Carpentry

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ
05.2023

Ncea Level 2 -

Burnside High School
Christchurch, NZ
11.2017

Skills

  • Carpenter
  • Carpenter Assistance
  • Physical Agility
  • Carpentry and Woodworking
  • Precision and Accuracy
  • Build Frameworks
  • Stud Framing
  • Bathroom Remodeling
  • Hardware Knowledge
  • Interior Trimming
  • Maintain Site Safety
  • Install GIB

Timeline

Carpenter

A1 Group
09.2022 - Current

Carpenter Apprentice

Moseley Construction
10.2021 - 06.2022

Carpenter Apprentice

Residental Castles LTD
11.2017 - 10.2021

Shelf Stocker

New World Bishopdale
10.2016 - 11.2017

Qualified Carpenter - Carpentry

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Ncea Level 2 -

Burnside High School
Espen Lawry