Andrew Ritchens
Charters Towers,QLD
Summary
Seasoned Cabinet Maker with 35 years of experience in design, construction and installation. Successful at both commercial and residential design and installation. Adept at innovative cabinetry to fit any budget without sacrificing aesthetics.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Cabinet Maker
Towers Custom Cabinets
01.2023 - Current
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
Cabinet Maker
Signature Joinery Co.
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
- Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.
Maintenance Manager
ARV Anglican Retirement Village
03.2001 - 12.2013
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
Maintenance Manager
ARV Anglican Retirement Village
07.2013 - 12.2020
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
Cabinet Maker
John Hillcoat Kitchens
03.1990 - 03.1998
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
Education
Training And Assessment
TAFE NSW
Gosford, NSW12.2021
Certificate III - Cabinetmaking
TAFE NSW
Lidcombe, NSW12.1991
High School Diploma -
Pennant Hills High School
Pennant Hills, NSW12.1986
Skills
- Sanding and Finishing
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Custom Cabinet Design
- Surface Finishing
- Blueprint Reading
- Power Tool Use
Additional Information
References:
Mike Willmott, MiniCar Rentals 0408 066 024
John Hillcoat, John Hillcoat Kitchens 0417213651
Timeline
Cabinet Maker
Towers Custom Cabinets
01.2023 - Current
Cabinet Maker
Signature Joinery Co.
07.2022 - 11.2022
Maintenance Manager
ARV Anglican Retirement Village
07.2013 - 12.2020
Maintenance Manager
ARV Anglican Retirement Village
03.2001 - 12.2013
Cabinet Maker
John Hillcoat Kitchens
03.1990 - 03.1998
Training And Assessment
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Cabinetmaking
TAFE NSW
High School Diploma -
Pennant Hills High School
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