William Nyika
Hamilton,South Africa
Summary
Woodworking professional with 20 years of experience as a carpenter. Hard-working and organized, working on home and commercial construction projects with precise attention to detail. Dedicated to ensuring safety of construction crew and homeowner before, during, and after projects. Seeking position for new opportunities abroad to gain more experience. Ambitious Carpenter skilled at taking on multiple projects at once. Experience with complete home construction, remodels and renovations. Successful at providing clients with both technical skill and creative insight.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Journeyperson
Tradestaff/ Fulton Hogan
Waikato, Hamilton
06.2023 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on tools, keeping equipment in optimal working condition for increased productivity.
- Contributed to successful project completion by interpreting blueprints and following architectural plans accurately.
- Completed carpentry tasks in a timely manner, ensuring projects met deadlines and exceeded client expectations.
- Increased project efficiency by collaborating with team members and utilizing strong communication skills.
- Demonstrated versatility by performing various carpentry tasks, including framing, trim work, cabinetry, and flooring installation.
- Collaborated closely with subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of electrical, plumbing, and other systems within carpentry projects.
- Performed both rough and finish carpentry tasks, showcasing flexibility and a wide range of skill sets.
- Enhanced construction quality by accurately measuring and cutting materials to precise specifications.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Operated power tools safely and efficiently during all phases of the construction process to prevent accidents or damage to property or materials.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
Lead Carpenter Joiner
Setsational
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2021 - Current
- Site setting out for Staging, Building stages, Construct drywall partitions Ceilings, Scenery rigging, Hanging Doors, Painting Walls, Making Cabinetry and Installation.
Set Builder/carpenter/joiner
Just Sets South Africa
01.2012 - 02.2021
- Effectively used power tools, hand tools, and various auxiliary instruments to craft wood projects in the allotted time frame
- Interpreted woodworking blueprints and project specifications to deliver top-notch results
- Determined material needs, estimated production costs, and prioritized tasks to reduce project delays
- Installed structures and fixtures, such as windows, doors, framing, trimming, siding, and molding
- Provided assistance to lead carpenters and other members of the construction team, as necessary.
Fixer, bench, hand and machining
Masikhule Shopfitters
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted construction supervisors and lead carpenters with blueprint investigation, structural design, project planning, project layout, and installation
- Skilled at framing interior walls, building stairs and railing, installing drywall, placing crown molding, and installing doors and cabinets
- Effective with steel framing, curtain wall construction, interior partitions, and exterior framing
- Researched and maintained full compliance with municipal building codes and health and safety regulations.
Artisan/ Journeyman
Creative Systems
08.2003 - 04.2004
- All shop fitting, partitions, ceilings, front entrance, bar counters and shelving, Joinery work, doors, flooring, balustrade, assembling and fixing, The use of all woodworking machinery, heavy duty and portable
Artisan/ Charge Hand
Glen Forest Training Centre
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Furniture making including sofas, tables, chairs, stools and wall units, Cabinet making, All shop fittings, Joinery work, doors, partitions, flooring, assembling and fixing, Use of all woodworking machinery, Providing technical advice to all fellow workmates
Education
Skills
- Reading of Blueprints
- Very good use of Woodworking Machinery and Power tools
- Furniture Building
- Cabinet Making
- Refinishing & Retouching
- General Repairs & Maintenance
- Sanding, Sawing & General Woodworking
- Drilling & Framing
- Ability to interact effectively with people of diverse ages and cultures
- Ability to interpret policies and legislation pertaining to Social Work
- Sound decision making and problem-solving skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Generalinformation
Highly proficient in English, None
Personal Information
- Passport Number: EN196063
- Date of Birth: 10/01/76
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Driving License: Code 10 SA Licence
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christianity
Identity
63-1020352-L-80
References
Stu Banks
Position - Owner at Stu Bank Builder's
Contact: 021997470
Clive
Position - Foreman at Fulton Hogan
Contact: 0273906961
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Carpenter Journeyperson
Tradestaff/ Fulton Hogan
06.2023 - Current
Lead Carpenter Joiner
Setsational
03.2021 - Current
Set Builder/carpenter/joiner
Just Sets South Africa
01.2012 - 02.2021
Fixer, bench, hand and machining
Masikhule Shopfitters
01.2010 - 01.2012
Artisan/ Journeyman
Creative Systems
08.2003 - 04.2004
Artisan/ Charge Hand
Glen Forest Training Centre
01.2000 - 01.2003