Paul Burrows
Aongatete
Summary
Versatile and mechanically inclined professional with a rich background in hands-on roles, including building and restoring vehicles, and carpentry with a flair for high-quality finishes. Proven track record of success in transportation and training within the racing industry, notably with Self Employed License Public Thoroughbred Horse Trainer. Excels in problem-solving and teamwork, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor
Self Employed Services
06.2023 - Current
Assisted with day to day manufacturing of accommodation cabins from building structure carpentry, to finishing work, some plumbing, and high quality spray painted finish.
Truck Driver/Forklift Operator
Western Ochards Ltd
03.2021 - 06.2023
Part time Seasonal working during harvest season Kiwi fruit industry, truck driver eight wheeler flat deck transporter, carting various spray equipment, fork lifts, and fruit haulage from orchards to packhouse loading and unloading with forklift.
Class 4 Truck Driver
Self Employed License Public TB Horse Trainer
01.2000 - 01.2013
Transportation and Training of a team of race horses on a daily basis to and from a training centre, also trips around New Zealand transporting horses to and from race course destinations.
Tradesman Signwriter
The Signwizard Ltd
01.1981 - 01.1999
Completed Signwriting Apprenticeship, worked in a family owned company.
Education
Kelston Boys Highschool
02-1980
Skills
I have a very Mechanical mind and over the years have built engines and transmissions for Hot Rod vehicles, I have fully restored several older Chevrolet cars including welding new panel in for rust repair etc
I have extensive experience in carpentry and finishing work to a high standard
I have previously held a dangerous goods licence and a goods and service licence, and I have had a small amount of excavator experience on a development site with Komatsu pc60 and 200 but didn't require endorsements back then
I've always had a great interest in machinery and earthmoving alike and would welcome the opportunity to advance my skill set further in this industry
Timeline
Contractor
Self Employed Services
06.2023 - Current
Truck Driver/Forklift Operator
Western Ochards Ltd
03.2021 - 06.2023
Class 4 Truck Driver
Self Employed License Public TB Horse Trainer
01.2000 - 01.2013
Tradesman Signwriter
The Signwizard Ltd
01.1981 - 01.1999
Kelston Boys Highschool
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