Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Ko Au
Timeline
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Tawhai Banks

Gisborne,GIS

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Carpenter

T&H Builds
Gisborne, Gisborne
05.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily carpentry tasks and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained team members on proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Coordinated project schedules to meet deadlines and resource availability.
  • Communicated with subcontractors to align project goals and timelines.
  • Maintained inventory of materials and tools for ongoing projects.
  • Assisted in interpreting blueprints and construction plans for projects.
  • Inspected job sites before beginning work to identify potential hazards or risks.
  • Delivered proper materials and equipment to job site in preparation for project.
  • Trained and mentored employees, offering assistance and insight into completing job tasks when needed.
  • Adhered strictly to all applicable building codes, regulations and safety laws.
  • Examined and inspected work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and meet specifications.
  • Prepared cost estimates for labor and materials required for various jobsites.

Carpenter Supervisor

Te Pae Hakari
Gisborne, Gisborne
11.2023 - 05.2025
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols and carpentry techniques.
  • Inspected work sites for compliance with building codes and safety standards.
  • Managed project schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Implemented quality control measures during all phases of construction.
  • Inspected completed projects for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Trained new employees in the use of carpentry tools, methods, techniques, processes.
  • Ensured that carpentry work was done according to specifications and within budget constraints.

Carpenter

Hikurangi Enterprise
Gisborne, Gisborne
06.2021 - 10.2023
  • Constructed frameworks for residential projects using wood and metal materials.
  • Operated hand and power tools for cutting, shaping, and assembling materials.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
  • Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.

Education

Sports And Fitness Administration

Ngata Colledge
Ruatoria, NZ
01-1998

Skills

  • Project management
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality control
  • Tool operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Construction scheduling
  • Leadership skills
  • Risk assessment
  • Deck and walkway construction
  • Construction safety practices
  • Insulation installation
  • Drywall hanging
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Exceptional finish carpentry skills
  • Flooring construction
  • Weatherproofing structures
  • Worksite safety
  • Staff management
  • Staircase construction
  • Ceiling construction

Affiliations

Active Rugby and League player

Crossfitter

Diver love the Moana

All Kai Mahi

Certification

Qualified Builder
Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
Full NZ Drivers Licence
Small Business Owner

Ko Au

I am a proud husband to a beautiful wife and a father to five great young adult children with a very driven whakaroa around doing well in life.

Timeline

Carpenter

T&H Builds
05.2025 - Current

Carpenter Supervisor

Te Pae Hakari
11.2023 - 05.2025

Carpenter

Hikurangi Enterprise
06.2021 - 10.2023

Sports And Fitness Administration

Ngata Colledge
Tawhai Banks