Sam Sahib
Auckland,AUK
Summary
To secure a role, where I can build upon my previous work experience in the facilities maintenance/commercial and residential painting industry. I am seeking an employer where I can add value with my skills and experience.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed Painter
Sam the Painter
10.2021 - Current
- Managing of a small painting business - admin, job management, accounting
- Liaise with customers from quotation to project completion
- Organising and managing casual staff
Painter
Aim Services - Auckland Council
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
Painter
Various Employees - Casual Subcontractor
2011 - 2019
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
Painter
Programmed
2009 - 2011
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
Painter
Bob The Painter
2005 - 2009
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Enhanced the appearance of residential and commercial spaces by skillfully applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate color consultations and recommendations.
- Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.
Education
Project Management
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ01.2019
Certificate of Achievement - Painting and Decorating
Academy NZ
Auckland, NZ01.2008
Skills
- Able to deal with difficult customers and resolve complaints
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Excellent negotiation skills (familiar with negotiating pricing contracts)
- Liaising with Stakeholders
- Able to build rapport and establish relationships
- Strong empathy skills
- Resilient and able to cope with stressful situations
- Awareness of different cultures and their needs
- Administrative Skills
- Invoicing, processing payments and making quotations
- General administration duties
- Project Management skills
- Excellent computing skills (familiar with Microsoft products)
- Building Inspections
- Organisational Skills
- Good time management
- Able to work to deadlines in a fast paced work environment
- Completion of orders
- Authentic
- Goal driven
- Leadership qualities
- Hardworking
- Team player, but can work independently
- Keen learner
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy spending time with my family the most, travelling would be a dream interest for me, I enjoy watching sports when I can.
Community Service
I am passionate about community work, especially within my community. This involved the organisation of activities for youth, including camps, fishing, cooking and social get togethers.
Timeline
Self Employed Painter
Sam the Painter
10.2021 - Current
Painter
Aim Services - Auckland Council
04.2019 - 10.2021
Painter
Various Employees - Casual Subcontractor
2011 - 2019
Painter
Programmed
2009 - 2011
Painter
Bob The Painter
2005 - 2009
Project Management
Southern Institute of Technology
Certificate of Achievement - Painting and Decorating
Academy NZ
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