Overview
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Jake Rochford

Christchurch,Canterbury

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Foreman / Qualified Carpenter

LOC Construction
07.2019 - Current
  • Delivered a diverse portfolio of projects, architecturally designed homes, extensive renovations, and both large and small-scale residential builds, consistently upholding superior craftsmanship and high building standards.
  • Directed daily site operations, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.
  • Coordinated subcontractors and scheduled inspections to ensure seamless workflow and timely project progression.
  • Accurately managed materials, ensuring precise ordering, timely delivery and minimum waste.
  • Cultivated a positive and enjoyable work environment, promoting open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among team members.
  • Increased productivity by implementing effective delegation strategies among team members.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, suppliers and sub contactors.
  • Ensured safety compliance on the job site through regular tool box talks and establised protocols.
  • Trained and mentored apprentices, providing guidance and support to develop their skills and knowledge.

Part Time After-School Program Leader

Christ The King School
02.2018 - 07.2019
  • Facilitated communication between students, parents, and school staff.
  • Organized extracurricular activities promoting teamwork and social skills


Temp Worker

Value Tyres
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Efficiently unloaded and loaded containers of tyres, ensuring accurate inventory management.
  • Picked and prepared tyre orders for dispatch to various companies, maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
  • Adhered to health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment.

Education

Certificate - Carpentry - Level 4

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
12.2023

NCEA Level 1,2,3

St Bedes College
Christchurch, NZ
10-2019

Skills

  • Construction supervision
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Quality Control
  • Task delegation
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Worksite safety
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Effective communication
  • Client relations

Accomplishments

  • Finalist for Master Builders Apprentice of the Year National Competition (2023).
  • Winner of Master Builders Central South Island Apprentice of the Year Regional Competition (2023).
  • Prime Ministers Vocational Excellence Award Winner (2019)
  • 1st in Subject Materials Technology (St Bedes High School, 2019, 2018,).


  • Represented Canterbury Water-polo at National Competitions. U14s - Senior Men (2024)

- 2018 Under 18s National Silver Medal

- 2022 Under 21s National Champion


  • Represented Spencer Park Surf lifesaving club in Local, Regional and National competitions. (2016-2020)


  • Volunteer Surf Lifeguard and Sports Coaching







Timeline

Site Foreman / Qualified Carpenter

LOC Construction
07.2019 - Current

Temp Worker

Value Tyres
10.2018 - 02.2019

Part Time After-School Program Leader

Christ The King School
02.2018 - 07.2019

Certificate - Carpentry - Level 4

Ara Institute of Canterbury

NCEA Level 1,2,3

St Bedes College
Jake Rochford