JOSHUA HARRIS
Te Puke,BOP
Summary
Dependable Trade Professional based in Te Puke, offering 10+ years of site leadership and technical installation experience. Qualified with a Full Driver's License, Forklift Ticket, and extensive manual driving and heavy towing experience. Highly adaptable, skilled with specialized machinery, and driven to produce high-quality outcomes from day one.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Hammer Hand Part time/Casual
Harvey Constructions
Te Puke
01.2026 - Current
- Transported timber, formwork, and site materials to work areas to facilitate efficient construction processes.
- Set up tools, ladders, and work zones for daily construction tasks.
- Cut lumber to size with saws or power tools according to blueprints.
- Hung doors, installed windows and trim.
- Assisted in the framing of walls and ceilings for residential buildings.
- Coordinated with electricians, plumbers, and painters to streamline project completion.
- Painted and coated surfaces, maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
- Maintained clean work areas to promote a safe working environment. and maintained safe, organized work areas.
- Dug trenches and holes using hand tools or machinery, following safety standards.
Stacker/2nd Assistant Manager
East Pack
Te Puke
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Stacked finished products on pallets for East Pack warehouse shipments
- Operated heavy machinery to stack and move products within the warehouse.
- Communicated with team members to keep stacking tasks on schedule
- Followed safety rules while lifting, stacking, and moving materials
- Reported damages or discrepancies in product quantity or quality to supervisor promptly to maintain quality control.
- Coordinated daily packing schedules and staff assignments for East Pack, ensuring timely operations.
- Streamlined daily packing schedules for East Pack, enhancing workflow and efficiency.
- Cleaned work areas daily, disposing of waste materials properly.
Trade Assistant/Installer
Watsons Blinds and Awnings
Tweed Heads , Gold Coast
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Directed the end-to-end installation of complex window furnishings and outdoor structures, including retractable roofs and plantation shutters.
- Transitioned from Assistant to Lead Installer within two years, showcasing technical mastery and reliability.
- Utilized power tools (drop saws, grinders, drills) for precision onsite modifications, enhancing installation quality.
- Managed site setups with ladders and scaffolding, maintaining safety standards and compliance with building codes.
Yardman
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Executed comprehensive detailing, enhancing vessel appearance through interior/exterior cleaning, high-speed buffing, cut/polish, waxing, and professional ceramic coatings.
- Oversaw hull maintenance, ensuring quality through precise sanding, grinding, and paint application using spray and roll techniques.
- Managed hull maintenance through sanding, grinding, and precision paint application using both spray and roll techniques.
- Mentored and trained new staff on boat detailing and antifouling standards, fostering consistent quality and adherence to industry best practices.
- Boat Yard/ Marina
Spray Painter
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Expertly sanded and repaired imperfections, dents, and blemishes to ensure a flawless base for paint application.
- Performed high-grade buffing and finishing post-paint to achieve a professional, showroom-quality product.
- Ensured sterilized work environment and adherence to respiratory and PPE safety protocols for optimal safety.
- Oversaw cleaning and calibration of specialized spray equipment and tools to maintain operational consistency.
Trade Assistant
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Facilitated stainless steel component fabrication by accurately measuring and cutting materials to specifications.
- Developed advanced control through operating welding torches and metal fabrication machinery.
- Maintained clean and organized industrial workspace, promoting safety and supporting efficient workflow.
- Executed metal fabrication tasks using specialized tools and equipment.
Labourer
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Coordinated continuous material supply for bricklayers, ensuring precise mortar mixing and strategic brick/block stocking on scaffolds to enhance workflow.
- Safely operated cement mixers, masonry saws for precision cuts, and grinders to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
- Supported assembly and dismantling of scaffolding and prepared work areas, contributing to a safe and efficient production environment.
- Executed jointing and finishing tasks, maintaining structural integrity and achieving a clean aesthetic in residential and commercial projects.
- Bricklaying
Education
Palm Beach Currumbin State High School
Palm Beach , Gold CoastSkills
- Power tool operation
- Blueprint reading
- Site setup
- Workplace safety
- Quality inspection
- Material handling
- Supply organization
- Trade support
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
Personal Information
Driving License: Full Driver's License
Fork Lift Operator Certificate (Expiry 2029)
References
- 0477 697 309, Matt Edwards- The Boatyard
- 07 56252700, Watsons Blinds and Awning, Tweed Heads
- 0275573920, Chris Harvey- Harvey Constructions
- 021994290, Tennesee- Stacking Team Leader (EastPack)
Timeline
Stacker/2nd Assistant Manager
East Pack
03.2026 - 08.2026
Hammer Hand Part time/Casual
Harvey Constructions
01.2026 - Current
Trade Assistant/Installer
Watsons Blinds and Awnings
01.2023 - 01.2025
Yardman
01.2020 - 01.2023
Spray Painter
01.2017 - 01.2020
Trade Assistant
01.2015 - 01.2017
Labourer
01.2013 - 01.2014
Palm Beach Currumbin State High School