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Nicholas Spedding

Rotorua

Summary

Dependable scaffolder with a proven record of safety and quality workmanship. Over the last 5 years I have lead a crew of up to 10 men and built a reputation for outstanding efficiency and scaffolds as well as providing training for 2 scaffolder’s through their apprenticeships.

Expertise in ring lock and Kwikstage scaffolding in residential and commercial building. Willing to take on challenges and make decisions on the go.

Currently living in New Zealand, planning to relocate to Brisbane.

New Zealand citizen.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Leading Hand Scaffolder

Scaffolding New Zealand Ltd
03.2024 - Current
  • Established strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers, contributing to successful project outcomes.
  • Ensured timely project completion by efficiently coordinating scaffold erection and dismantling tasks.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by conducting regular tool-box talks, risk assessments, and equipment inspections.
  • Gained experience safely and efficiently erecting and dismantling Kwikstage scaffolding.

Leading Hand Scaffolder

Kingdom Hire Scaffolding
04.2019 - Current
  • Worked in team-focused environment to collaboratively complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Read and interpreted construction documents to plan, determine accurate gear lists and erect scaffolding.
  • Collaborated with project managers to develop effective scaffolding solutions tailored to project requirements.
  • Increased team productivity by providing ongoing training and mentoring for junior scaffolders.
  • Ensured timely project completion by efficiently coordinating scaffold erection and dismantling tasks.
  • Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.
  • Operated forklifts, boom lifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Measured existing buildings to draw accurate scaffolding plans.
  • Rigged large safety nets using a variety of EWP’s on commercial construction projects.

Scaffolder

Euro Scaffolding Rotorua
09.2016 - 03.2019
  • Built custom scaffolding structures to specifications for diverse applications.
  • Gained experience in the construction industry.
  • Rigged safety nets for fall protection.

Education

NCEA Level 2 Excellence Endorsement -

Rotorua Boys' High School
Rotorua, BOP

Scaffolding Apprenticeship
2021

Skills

    Trade qualified scaffolder with 9 years experience

    Intermediate CoC

    Qualified safety net rigger

    Class 2 License (4L)

    Current working at heights, First aid and Sitesafe

    Forklift operator

References

• Lance Crouch - Former manager at Euro Rotorua 021 198 9003

• Reuben Haywood - Former manager at Kingdom hire 027 482 8969

•Clinton Pederson - Former manager at Scaffolding NZ 021 186 6798

Timeline

Leading Hand Scaffolder

Scaffolding New Zealand Ltd
03.2024 - Current

Leading Hand Scaffolder

Kingdom Hire Scaffolding
04.2019 - Current

Scaffolder

Euro Scaffolding Rotorua
09.2016 - 03.2019

NCEA Level 2 Excellence Endorsement -

Rotorua Boys' High School

Scaffolding Apprenticeship

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