- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Youth Development Programs
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Martial Arts
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Mindfulness Practices
John Wall
Blackwater
Summary
Dedicated carpenter with over 10 years of experience in residential construction, renovations, maintenance, and light commercial projects. Committed to delivering exceptional workmanship while ensuring safety on all worksites, whether working independently or as part of a team. Recently relocated to Queensland to embrace new opportunities and challenges in the building and maintenance industry, gaining insights into a miner's lifestyle. Eager to contribute to a high-performing team by sharing knowledge, promoting safe practices, and enhancing productivity on projects throughout the Central Highlands and beyond.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Maintenance & Renovations
Self-Employed
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Operated as a sole trade business owner under JH Building, managing all on-the-tools work and end-to-end business operations independently. Specialising in non consented residential building internal/external repairs, renovations, and general maintenance across homes, schools, early childhood centres,hotels and aged-care facilities.
- Completed full bathroom renovations from demolition through to completion, including framing, flooring, coordination of waterproofing and trades, fixture installation, and finishing carpentry.
- Performed general facilities-style maintenance including door and window repairs, flooring repairs, cladding repairs, decking, fencing, and structural rectification works.
- Coordinated with clients, staff and contractors to schedule work, provide updates and ensure tasks were completed to a high standard and within agreed timeframes and budget
- Provided hands on mentoring to a hammer hand and school gate-way programme supporting skill development, safe practices and quality outcomes demonstrating a genuine passion for teaching and guiding others.
- Upheld all workplace health and safety requirements and maintained clean, organised and hazard-free job sites at all times.
Labourer/Builder
Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Completed diverse carpentry and maintenance work across seven maraes within the Taupo District, ensuring high-quality finishes and culturally respectful workmanship.
- Stripped exterior walls and carvings of aged or damaged paint, preparing surfaces with fillers, primers and colour-matched coatings.
- Acted as Lead Builder on selected projects, overseeing work quality, workflow and onsite decision-making.
- Produced accurate material lists for new structures and repair projects, contributing to efficient planning and cost management.
- Interpreted construction plans to build a 30m² pole shelter from foundation to completion.
- Repaired and replaced damaged exterior cladding with attention to weatherproofing standards and structural integrity.
- Installed new fencing, including custom-built gates and farm-style gate systems.
- Performed general building repairs to roofs, decks, doors, windows and gutters.
- Constructed kit-set sheds and greenhouses and assisted with concreting pads, pathways and paving works.
- Oversaw and coordinated tasks for labourers ensuring safe and productive work practices.
- Communicated effectively with subcontractors and other trades to organise timelines, site access and work requirements to meet project deadlines.
Senior Lead
Rafting New Zealand - Turangi
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Organised and coordinated Grade 3 whitewater rafting trips on the Tongariro River, overseeing staff and ensuring all safety protocols were followed.
- Trained new staff in rafting procedures, safety requirements and first aid practices.
- Prepared rafts and equipment prior to each trip, ensuring correct inflation, gear checks, rescue equipment and communication devices were in place.
- Delivered thorough safety briefings to customers, covering river commands, rescue techniques and risk awareness.
- Guided clients safely down the river, maintaining control, situational awareness and high safety standards throughout the journey.
- Hosted and engaged clients after trips, reviewing photos and footage while providing a positive and welcoming experience.
Carpenter
Livesey Builders
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in the construction of a 273m² Landmark Homes new build, supporting all stages of the building process.
- Contributed to the construction of a 972m² steel-frame workshop, operating both diesel and battery-powered mobile scaffolding safely and efficiently.
Apprentice Builder - Qualified Builder
Building Central - Turangi
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Worked alongside qualified carpenters to construct decks, fences, retaining walls, carports, garages, dwellings, additions and full renovations from start to completion.
- Followed all job-site safety procedures and maintained a clean, organised and hazard-free work environment.
- Interpreted construction drawings and specifications to plan tasks and ensure accurate project execution.
- Measured, cut and shaped materials to exact specifications using hand tools, machinery, power saws and other carpentry equipment.
- Installed framing using nails, screws, pneumatic nails, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and other fixing systems.
- Repaired and replaced roofing and flooring and completed bathroom and kitchen remodels to a high standard.
- Constructed foundations, framing and finishing carpentry components for a range of residential structures.
- Poured, set and cured small concrete pads and worked with both precast and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Built strong, positive working relationships with crew members, contributing to a productive and problem-free worksite.
Education
National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) -
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
01.2017
Skills
- High-Quality Workmanship: Strong attention to detail with consistent, high-standard finishes across all carpentry tasks
- Site Safety & Compliance: Thorough understanding of safety procedures, risk identification, and safe work practices
- Plan Interpretation: Confident in reading and interpreting building plans, specifications, and material lists
- Problem Solving & Repairs: Skilled in diagnosing building issues and delivering practical, long-lasting repair solutions
- Leadership & Team Coordination: Experience leading small teams, directing labourers, and coordinating with subcontractors
- Versatile Carpentry Skills: Competent across new builds, renovations, cladding, decking, fencing, and general maintenance
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptable to change
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Time management
Interests
Timeline
Residential Maintenance & Renovations
Self-Employed
06.2023 - 12.2025
Labourer/Builder
Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Lead
Rafting New Zealand - Turangi
01.2019 - 01.2020
Carpenter
Livesey Builders
01.2018 - 01.2019
Apprentice Builder - Qualified Builder
Building Central - Turangi
01.2013 - 01.2018
National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) -
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology