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Woodrow Hayes

Edgewater,Australia

Summary

A highly skilled and experienced construction professional with over 21 years of expertise across commercial and domestic construction projects in urban and rural locations. Proven ability to deliver high-quality results in building, carpentry, and fit-out services while ensuring strict adherence to safety and compliance standards. Adept at leading teams, managing materials and logistics, and liaising with clients to achieve project objectives effectively.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leading Hand - Carpentry Works

NT Commercial Projects / Darwin Shopfitting
Darwin, NT
01.2021 - 01.2024

Managed and executed a range of construction tasks, including engineered steelwork, exterior cladding and roofing, interior ceiling framing, formwork, plastering, and interior fit-out.

Oversaw large-scale commercial and retail fit-out projects including:

  • Haileybury Rendall School Expansion: Delivered 16 classrooms, multiple toilet blocks, and specialist classroom renovations over five years; and
  • Retail Fit-Outs: Completed over 50 shops in shopping centres including Gateway Shopping Centre, Casuarina Square, Oasis Palmerston, and Coolalinga Central Shopping Centre

Carpenter and General Fit-Out Worker

NWCI Queensland Pty Ltd
Shailer Park , QLD
01.2020 - 01.2021

Contracted short-term during the COVID-19 pandemic to renovate the Cairns Convention Centre, focusing on interior carpentry and finishing tasks.

Owner-Operator

Advanced Ceilings & Walls QLD
Kalinga, QLD
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed all aspects of retail fit-outs for projects up to $50,000, including quoting, supervision, and execution.
  • Led a team of six employees, overseeing payroll, WHS compliance, and logistics.
  • Acted as the main client liaison, providing progress reports, and on-site problem-solving.

Carpentry and Fit-Out Projects

Vealstruct Pty Ltd (Hutchinson Builders)
Sumner Park , QLD
01.2015 - 01.2017

Worked on high-rise commercial construction projects, including CFMEU sites in Brisbane:

  • Key Projects: 180 Ann Street, 1021 Ann Street, Emporium Hotel, and South Bank developments

Construction Specialist (Defence Projects)

Gridlock Ceilings Pty Ltd
Karama, NT
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Delivered construction upgrades for Defence Force facilities, including RAAF Base Tindal and HMAS Coonawarra.
  • Key contributions included accommodation refurbishments and the Shell LNG onshore supply base.

Owner-Operator

Able Ceilings Pty Ltd
Greenwood, WA
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Provided labor hire services and supervised crew operations.
  • Oversaw large-scale projects for Rio Tinto and Sino Iron Ore, including housing projects, mine workshops, and warehouse construction.
  • Managed WHS compliance, logistics, and financial administration.

Operations Coordinator

B&B Construction Pty Ltd
Karratha, WA
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Coordinated mobilisation for the Sino Iron Ore project, including workshop and office setup, accommodation, and freight logistics.

General Hand

A1 Ceilings
Perth, WA
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Installed suspended ceilings, performed fireproofing, and estimated material quantities.
  • Constructed bulkheads and applied insulation.

Leading Hand, Fixer and Setter

PMD Developments
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2005 - 01.2008

Delivered high-rise construction projects including:

  • Stanford Plaza Hotel, Nautilus Apartments, and Lighter Quay Apartments.

Skills

  • Building and Carpentry
  • Quoting and Estimating
  • Exterior Cladding and Roofing (Colorbond/Trim Deck)
  • Materials and Logistics Management
  • Site Safety and WHS Compliance
  • Team Supervision and Coordination
  • Fit-Out and Finishing Services
  • Ceiling Installations
  • Plastering
  • Gyprocking

Certification

  • Rio Tinto HSE Induction Card
  • Rio Tinto Hot Work Permit Training
  • Rio Tinto Isolation Theory Training
  • OHS Induction Card
  • BHP Induction (expired)
  • Citic Pacific Mining Induction (expired)

Timeline

Leading Hand - Carpentry Works

NT Commercial Projects / Darwin Shopfitting
01.2021 - 01.2024

Carpenter and General Fit-Out Worker

NWCI Queensland Pty Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2021

Owner-Operator

Advanced Ceilings & Walls QLD
01.2017 - 01.2020

Carpentry and Fit-Out Projects

Vealstruct Pty Ltd (Hutchinson Builders)
01.2015 - 01.2017

Construction Specialist (Defence Projects)

Gridlock Ceilings Pty Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2015

Owner-Operator

Able Ceilings Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2013

Operations Coordinator

B&B Construction Pty Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2012

General Hand

A1 Ceilings
01.2008 - 01.2009

Leading Hand, Fixer and Setter

PMD Developments
01.2005 - 01.2008
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