SIOTAME VAKAUTA
Qualify Carpenter
Mangere,AUK
Summary
Conscientious Carpenter focused on completing projects on time and exceeding client expectations. Knowledgeable professional offering experience and abilities in completing frameworks for structural construction jobs. Bright and detail-oriented in calculating accurate measurements. Focused on safety by keeping work areas neat, following protocols, using equipment and tools appropriately and warning teammates of potential hazards. Perform detail-oriented and precise carpentry work with every job. Focused on outperforming customer expectations while accomplishing budget and timeline demands. Direct work of assistants while teaching common and advanced carpentry abilities. Bilingual Carpenter focused on completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Finish Carpenter
Spencer Contracting
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
- Achieved customer satisfaction through precise alignment of doors, windows, staircases, and built-in furniture installations.
- Reduced waste and costs by accurately measuring, cutting, and installing trim work, cabinetry, moldings, and other custom woodwork components.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and following safety guidelines during all aspects of finish carpentry projects.
Lead Carpenter
Efficient Build
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Cleaned and disposed of debris to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Hung sheetrock and drywall by attaching panels to studs, cutting adjoining panels and making cutouts around outlets and switches.
- Checked for plumbing issues to replace or repair faucets and pipes.
- Built and installed cabinets, countertops and shelving to provide additional storage and working spaces.
Carpenter Leading Hand
Inline Building Group
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Supervised teams of up to 10 carpenters, effectively managing schedules and workloads for on-time project delivery.
- Optimized material usage for cost reduction and waste minimization in construction projects.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication regarding expectations, timelines, and budgets.
- Mentored junior carpenters, improving their skills and increasing team productivity.
- Resolved construction issues promptly with creative problem-solving abilities, minimizing delays in project timelines.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure smooth collaboration between trades during multi-disciplinary projects.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks at each stage of construction, ensuring high standards were met consistently throughout projects completed successfully.
- Streamlined production processes, leading to faster project completion times without sacrificing quality.
- Handled client concerns professionally – addressing issues promptly so as not to impact overall satisfaction with final results delivered.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used, hours worked, and progress achieved for improved project reporting.
- Trained new hires on company policies, safety procedures, and carpentry best practices for seamless integration into the team.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing new carpentry techniques and tools.
- Organized daily crew assignments according to individual strengths while balancing time constraints for optimal efficiency.
- Constructed custom cabinetry and furniture pieces, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
Lead Carpenter
Watson and Son's construction
02.2010 - 11.2017
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of cladding systems into building designs.
- Ensured project completion within deadlines by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks for cladding installation.
- Improved building aesthetics by installing high-quality cladding materials on commercial and residential properties.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring tools and equipment were readily available for efficient task completion.
Education
Certificate In Carpentry Level 4 - Carpentry
BCITO
New Zealand 08.2021
Bachelor Of Divinity - Theology
Siaatoutai Theological College
Tonga11.2009
Diploma In Agricultural Science - Agriculture
Community Development University
Tonga10.2004
Skills
- Power Tools Operation
- Construction safety
- Painting and finishing
- Finish Carpentry
- Material Estimation
- Insulation Installation
- Door installation
- Flooring Installation
- Carpentry Expertise
- Scaffolding Setup
- Joinery techniques
- Cabinet making
- Window Installation
- Staircase Construction
- Structural Repairs
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Carpentry and Woodworking
- Time Management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to Detail
- General laborer
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Stud Framing
- Construction background
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Demolition and Cleanup
- Active Listening
- Decision Making and Prioritization
- Effective Communication
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Lifting
- Structural knowledge
- Safety Compliance
- Home Renovation
- Interior Trimming
- Relationship Building
- Safety Procedures
- Residential and Commercial Renovations
- Site Inspection
- Team Coordination
- Deck Construction
- Commercial and residential jobs
- Site Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Power Tool Maintenance and Care
- Precision and Accuracy
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Exceptional finish carpentry skills
- Self Motivation
- Finishing Techniques
- Measurements and Calculations
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Interpersonal Skills
- Client Relations
- Hardware Installation
- Analytical Thinking
- Cabinet installation
- Goal Setting
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Professionalism
- Structure Assembly
- Safety oversight
- Blueprint Reading
- Subflooring Installation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Quality Control
- Work Crew Coordination
- Concrete Form Construction
- Wood Staining
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Physical Stamina
- Written Communication
- Surface Finishing
- Interior and Exterior Painting
- Woodwork Restoration
Immigration
NEW ZEALAND, 06/02/16, New Zealand Immigration Act 2009, Permanent Resident Visa, 3518850, Multiple, 15014482, Indefinite, Indefinite, Please apply for transfer of this visa when the passport expires.
Givennames
SIOTAME HAVEA
Personal Information
- Passport Number: R403394
- Citizenship: TO
- Date of Birth: 09/28/81
- Gender: Male
Languages
Tongan
Elementary
Timeline
Finish Carpenter
Spencer Contracting
01.2024 - 11.2024
Lead Carpenter
Efficient Build
11.2022 - 01.2023
Carpenter Leading Hand
Inline Building Group
08.2018 - 10.2022
Lead Carpenter
Watson and Son's construction
02.2010 - 11.2017
Certificate In Carpentry Level 4 - Carpentry
BCITO
Bachelor Of Divinity - Theology
Siaatoutai Theological College
Diploma In Agricultural Science - Agriculture
Community Development University
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