Shane Te Maro
Paraparaumu
Summary
A motivated and adaptable trades professional with extensive experience across building, construction, and landscaping. Skilled in both independent and team environments, with a proven record of taking responsibility and delivering high-quality work. Physically fit, reliable, and committed to maintaining a strong work ethic. Seeking a stable role with a reputable company where I can contribute my skills and experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carpenter
SBS
Raumati South
01.2026 - Current
- Timber Crib Retaining Wall in Houghton Bay
- Timber Crib Retaining Wall in Eastbourne
- Landscape and Earthworks at Whenua Tapu
- Landscape and Earthworks at Paraparaumu Cemetery
- Insurance work for wind damage for Steam and Sand Porirua
Carpenter
RJS Recruitment
Paraparaumu
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Pak N Save Refurbishment
- Repile and Renovation in Karori
Apprentice/Carpenter
Burgess Building Solutions
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Alterations
- Extensions
- Renovations
- Fencing
- Decking
- General Building duties
- Ramada Hotel (1st Fix, IT Walls, Fire Bulk Heads)
- Tryp Hotel (6x Floors of Finishing Trim)
Apprentice builder
NZ PROUD
01.2021 - 01.2022
- New builds
- Alterations
- Extensions
- Fencing
- Decking
Hammer Hand
LGSC
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: (Steel Framing/Building)
- Building an Apartment Complex
- Setting out floor plan
- Standing and Plumbing Steel Frames
- Adjusting Steel Frames to suit
- Installing Fire Proof Cavity Batten and
- RAB Board
- (Steel Framing/Building)
Labourer/Hammer Hand
Aura Landscapes
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Building Fences (traditional Paling, Slat Fencing, Pool Fencing)
- Building Decking & Retaining Walls (traditional & decorative)
- Excavating Sites
- Preparing for concrete & placement
- Laying pavers
- Top Soiling and sowing new lawn (from seed
- Ready lawn
- And artificial lawn)
Education
Qualified carpenter - Level 4
BCITO
Pre-Trade Electrical -
Southern Institute Technology
Certificate in Carpentry - Level 3
Wellington Institute of Technology
Certificate in Cafe and Bar - Level 3
Southern Institute Technology
Foundation Passport/Civil -
Site Safe
09.2024 - 09.2026
Liquor Controller Qualification -
Southern Institute Technology
Pre trade Automotive -
Southern Institute of Technology
Skills
- Carpentry and general building (qualified Level 4)
- Alterations, extensions, and renovations
- Fencing, decking, and landscaping
- Steel framing and fireproofing systems
- Site preparation, concreting, and paving
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Health & safety awareness and compliance
References
- Simon Burgess, Burgess Building Solutions, Owner/director, 022 675 4365
- Andrew, NZ PROUD, 0275452829
- Gordon Barrat, LGSC, Owner, 027 561 9120
Awards
2019, Mitre 10 - Striving for Excellence Award
Timeline
Carpenter
SBS
01.2026 - Current
Carpenter
RJS Recruitment
07.2025 - 01.2026
Foundation Passport/Civil -
Site Safe
09.2024 - 09.2026
Apprentice/Carpenter
Burgess Building Solutions
01.2022 - 01.2025
Apprentice builder
NZ PROUD
01.2021 - 01.2022
Hammer Hand
LGSC
11.2020 - 01.2021
Labourer/Hammer Hand
Aura Landscapes
03.2020 - 11.2020
Qualified carpenter - Level 4
BCITO
Pre-Trade Electrical -
Southern Institute Technology
Certificate in Carpentry - Level 3
Wellington Institute of Technology
Certificate in Cafe and Bar - Level 3
Southern Institute Technology
Liquor Controller Qualification -
Southern Institute Technology
Pre trade Automotive -
Southern Institute of Technology