CHRISTOPH RIEDL
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Certified Carpenter (Zimmermann) with over 8 years of hands-on experience in Germany and Australia. Specialist in Building and Restaurant Maintenance, delivering high-quality repairs, installations, and preventative upkeep for commercial kitchens, dining spaces, and residential properties. Expert in timber construction, house framing, flooring, decking, and tailored carpentry solutions. Known for reliability, safety awareness, and a proactive, problem-solving approach
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman / Carpenter
Self Employed (Handymeninmelbourne)
Melbourne, VIC
03.2020 - Current
- Deliver a wide range of residential carpentry and maintenance services.
- Install frames, build decks, lay floors, and fit cabinetry.
- Diagnose and repair building issues independently.
- Provide timely, quality service to homeowners and builders.
- Conducted repairs on plumbing, electrical, and carpentry issues.
- Delivered general maintenance services for residential and commercial properties
- Assisted clients with home improvement projects and renovations.
Carpenter – Construction Labourer
Gegenbauer GmbH
Berlin
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Constructed timber house frames and structural components.
- Carried out flooring, roofing, decking, and internal installations.
- Interpreted construction drawings and operated tools safely and efficiently.
- Maintained equipment and work areas on active building sites.
Carpentry Apprenticeship
Akzent Mitte GmbH
Berlin
05.2013 - 04.2017
- Completed hands-on training in traditional and modern carpentry techniques.
- Learned frame construction, measurements, tool usage, and finishing work.
- Assisted senior carpenters on residential building projects.
- Gained a solid foundation in workplace safety, material handling, and construction prep.
Education
Zimmermann (Certified Carpenter) -
Handwerkskammer Berlin
Berlin, Germany01.2017
High School -
Ernst Haeckel High School
Berlin, Germany01.2012
Elementary School -
Friedrich Schiller Elementary School
Berlin, Germany01.2008
Skills
- General Carpentry & Repairs:
- Doors, windows, shelving, cabinetry, and timber repairs
- Wall and ceiling repairs including plastering and patching
- Skirting boards, architraves, and fine finish carpentry
- Fixture replacements: handles, hinges, taps, lights, and more
- Installations:
- Appliances (ovens, dishwashers, rangehoods, sinks)
- TV mounting, light fittings, and ceiling fan installation
- Shelves, cupboards, and custom storage solutions
- Door hardware, locks, and brackets
- Renovations & Remodeling:
- Kitchen and bathroom upgrades
- Flooring installation and replacement (timber, laminate)
- Wall removal and layout modifications (non-load bearing)
- Surface preparation and painting for refreshed interiors
- Outdoor Carpentry & Structures:
- Timber decking: installation, repairs, weatherproofing
- Pergolas and outdoor frames (screening, coverings)
- Fence and gate building or repairs (paling, slat, picket)
- Roofing & Gutter Work:
- Gutter cleaning and drainage maintenance
- Roof inspections, cleaning, and tile/mortar repair
- Flashing repairs and roof sealing/painting
- Building & Site Maintenance:
- Commercial kitchen maintenance (ovens, grills, sinks)
- Display fridge and cold storage repairs
- Light electrical and plumbing repairs
- General building upkeep: walls, ceilings, exterior fixes
- Signage lighting and dining area maintenance
Languages
German: Native, English: Full Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Handyman / Carpenter
Self Employed (Handymeninmelbourne)
03.2020 - Current
Carpenter – Construction Labourer
Gegenbauer GmbH
06.2017 - 02.2020
Carpentry Apprenticeship
Akzent Mitte GmbH
05.2013 - 04.2017
Zimmermann (Certified Carpenter) -
Handwerkskammer Berlin
High School -
Ernst Haeckel High School
Elementary School -
Friedrich Schiller Elementary School
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