James Lindsay
Belmont,WGN
Summary
With 7 months dedicated to constructing my own house in the western hills of Lower-Hutt, I have gained valuable experience in project management, collaborating with engineers, architects, and inspectors. As the sole worker on site, I successfully handled tasks from site establishment and foundation work to framing and interior fit-out. Completing this project and gaining work experience through tradestaff has ignited a desire to reenter the workforce and seek new challenges, as well as an opportunity to join an employer where I can continue to grow my skillset. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills, I am a highly motivated individual who thrives when faced with new opportunities. Working effectively without constant supervision and quickly mastering new skills are among my strengths. My professional approach prioritizes quality, code compliance, and efficiency. With a demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and confident decision-making, I am ready to contribute my expertise to the next chapter of my career.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Builder
Tradestaff Wellington
02.2025 - Current
- Worked closely with Project managers throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
Builder
4U2U Limited
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and other specialists throughout the duration of the project.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and safety regulations.
- Set up, aligned, leveled, and braced formwork and steelwork as per engineering specifications for concrete foundations.
- Designed, constructed, and assembled timber frames and trusses as per architectural and structural engineers' drawings.
- Installed drywall, flooring, cladding and other building materials;.
Builder's Apprentice
Shock Construction
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted with layout of building foundations and walls by measuring, cutting and fitting lumber.
- Installed window and door frames into interior walls.
- Erected rafters, studs, and other structural components.
- Built scaffolding as needed for access to higher elevations on the job site.
- Constructed formwork for concrete foundations using timber boards.
- Attached sheathing materials to exterior walls of buildings with nails or screws.
- Maintained a clean workspace by disposing off any waste material properly after completing tasks.
Education
Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) (Ref NO: 2738) - Carpentry
BCITO
Lower Hutt, NZ12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Music
Massey University
11-2020
Skills
- Construction Site Organization
- Architectural and structural drawings interpretation
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Frame and Component Building
- Carpentry skills
Affiliations
Avid outdoorsman, into snowboarding, skiing, watersports and hiking.
Also an avid musician. I currently play in a band that performs all around Wellington and New Zealand.
Certification
New Zealand Certificate in carpentry (Level 4) (Reference NO: 2738)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese
Elementary
Timeline
Builder
Tradestaff Wellington
02.2025 - Current
Builder
4U2U Limited
03.2024 - Current
Builder's Apprentice
Shock Construction
03.2022 - 03.2024
Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) (Ref NO: 2738) - Carpentry
BCITO
Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Music
Massey University
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