Nestor Muhama
Windhoek,Greenwell
Summary
Accomplished Senior Carpenter, skilled in precision joinery and effective client service. Proven ability to mentor interns while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Expertise in reading blueprints and executing high-quality timber frame constructions, contributing to successful project completions and client satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Carpenter
Rare Construction and Engineering
01.2017 - Current
- Bench Joinery: Supervised interns in performing accurate marking and setting out of timber materials, ensuring they understood the importance of precision in preparation for fabrication.
- Site Carpentry: Demonstrated and guided the installation of first and second fix components on-site, including doors, skirting, flooring, and architraves, emphasizing proper technique and safety protocols.
- Formwork and Shuttering: Instructed interns on constructing timber formwork and shuttering for concrete slabs and structural elements, including basic steel fixing practices and reinforcement placement.
- Timber Frame Construction: Provided hands-on training in erecting timber frame walls, laying floor systems, and installing roof structures, highlighting structural alignment, fixings, and sequencing.
- Carpentry and Joinery Maintenance: Oversaw interns in executing routine maintenance tasks such as installing door locks, repairing ceilings, fitting skirting boards, and assembling or adjusting cupboards, reinforcing attention to detail and finish quality.
- Carpentry and Joinery Maintenance: Promoted and maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducted risk assessments, and actively encouraged a culture of safety and accountability among team members and apprentices on site.
Senior Joiner
Namib Wood
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated a range of woodworking machinery (e.g., panel saws, spindle moulders, thicknessers) to manufacture precision-cut components for custom furniture and interior fittings.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to assemble wood structures with exacting detail, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship and design accuracy.
- Performed fine joinery using traditional and modern hand tools to create joints such as dovetails, mortise and tenon, and finger joints for bespoke pieces.
- Inspected finished products for dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and compliance with client and project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members and workshop supervisors to coordinate production schedules, streamline processes, and meet project deadlines efficiently.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and hazard-free workspace, adhering to workshop safety protocols and contributing to a safe and productive working environment.
- Contributed to the fabrication of fitted furniture, cabinetry, doors, stair components, and detailed interior woodwork for both residential and commercial projects.
Driver, Carpenter and Joiner
Delawin Joinery
08.2015 - 02.2016
- Cut, shaped, and installed timber components for a variety of structural and finishing applications, including floorboards, skirting boards, and window frames.
- Manufactured and assembled high-quality wooden products such as doors, staircases, window frames, and bespoke fitted furniture.
- Installed structural timber elements, including floor and roof joists, rafters, and other roof framing components, in compliance with building codes and project specifications.
- Designed, crafted, and produced custom furniture pieces such as tables, chairs, and various wooden fixtures tailored to specific client requirements.
- Built and installed complete cabinetry solutions, including kitchen cupboards, bedroom wardrobes, and a variety of wall-mounted storage units.
- Delivered full interior fit-outs for commercial and institutional spaces—including shops, hotels, banks, and offices—by producing and fitting custom woodwork and cabinetry to meet functional and design requirements.
- Promoted and maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducted risk assessments, and actively encouraged a culture of safety and accountability among team members and apprentices on site.
- Operated delivery vehicle efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to customers.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each shift for safety compliance.
- Provided excellent customer service during interactions at delivery sites.
Driver, Carpenter and Joiner
Kathy Joinery
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Cut, shaped, and installed timber components for a variety of structural and finishing applications, including floorboards, skirting boards, and window frames.
- Manufactured and assembled high-quality wooden products such as doors, staircases, window frames, and bespoke fitted furniture.
- Installed structural timber elements, including floor and roof joists, rafters, and other roof framing components, in compliance with building codes and project specifications.
- Designed, crafted, and produced custom furniture pieces such as tables, chairs, and various wooden fixtures tailored to specific client requirements.
- Built and installed complete cabinetry solutions, including kitchen cupboards, bedroom wardrobes, and a variety of wall-mounted storage units.
- Delivered full interior fit-outs for commercial and institutional spaces—including shops, hotels, banks, and offices—by producing and fitting custom woodwork and cabinetry to meet functional and design requirements.
- Promoted and maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducted risk assessments, and actively encouraged a culture of safety and accountability among team members and apprentices on site.
- Operated delivery vehicle efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to customers.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each shift for safety compliance.
- Provided excellent customer service during interactions at delivery sites.
Carpenter and Joiner
Nimt NBCT
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Performed cutting, shaping, and assembling of solid wood components for custom furniture, doors, windows, and staircases.
Crafted fitted solid wood units such as kitchen cupboards, wardrobes, and wall cabinets to precise specifications.
Executed detailed joinery techniques on solid timber using hand and power tools, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and finish.
Interpreted technical drawings for accurate marking, setting out, and fabrication of solid wood pieces.
Produced solid wood interior joinery for commercial projects including offices, shops, and hotels.
Maintained a clean, organized, and efficient workshop environment.
Strictly adhered to health and safety procedures, ensuring safe use of tools and equipment at all times.
Carpenter and Joiner (Internship)
De La Rey Wood Creation
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Cut and shaped timber for structural and finishing components such as floorboards, skirting boards, and window frames.
- Assembled and constructed wooden elements including doors, window frames, staircases, and fitted furniture.
- Installed wooden structural components such as floor joists, roof timbers, and roof structures.
- Manufactured furniture items including tables, chairs, kitchen cupboards, bedroom wardrobes, and wall-mounted units.
- Assisted in the production and fitting of interior joinery for commercial spaces such as shops, hotels, banks, and offices.
- Operated hand tools and basic woodworking machinery under supervision to complete joinery and carpentry tasks.
- Followed health and safety guidelines at all times, ensuring proper use of tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment.
Carpenter and Joiner (Internship)
NAMDEB DIAMOND CORP (PTY) Ltd
09.2011 - 03.2013
- Bench Joinery: Carried out precise marking and setting out of timber materials in preparation for fabrication, ensuring accuracy in alignment with technical drawings and specifications.
- Site Carpentry: Installed first and second fix components on-site, including doors, windows, flooring, staircases, skirting, and architraves, in accordance with building standards and project timelines.
- Formwork and Shuttering: Constructed and installed timber formwork and shuttering systems for concrete slabs and structural frameworks, including steel reinforcement placements.
- Timber Frame Construction: Erected timber-framed structures, including wall panels, floor systems, and complex roof assemblies, ensuring correct structural integration and weatherproofing.
- Maintenance Carpentry & Joinery: Performed ongoing maintenance and repair tasks, including installing door locks, repairing ceilings, fitting skirting boards, and assembling or repairing cupboards and other built-in fixtures.
Carpenter & Joinery (Internship)
Tischlerei Eichsfeld - Holz
09.2010 - 10.2011
- Cut and shaped timber for structural and finishing components such as floorboards, skirting boards, and window frames.
- Assembled and constructed wooden elements including doors, window frames, staircases, and fitted furniture.
- Installed wooden structural components such as floor joists, roof timbers, and roof structures.
- Manufactured furniture items including tables, chairs, kitchen cupboards, bedroom wardrobes, and wall-mounted units.
- Assisted in the production and fitting of interior joinery for commercial spaces such as shops, hotels, banks, and offices.
- Operated hand tools and basic woodworking machinery under supervision to complete joinery and carpentry tasks.
- Followed health and safety guidelines at all times, ensuring proper use of tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment.
Education
Excavator and Front End Loader Certificates - Heavy Machinery Operations
The Best Hope Training Academy
South Africa09.2014
Trade Certificate - Carpentry and Joinery
Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology
Arandis01.2013
Skills
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Client service
- Staff members and public interaction skills
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Effective listening communication skills
- Ability to read building specifications
- Ability to read blueprints
- Ability to read as builds
- Student mentorship
Interests And Qualities
- Good practical skills
- An organized approach to work
- An eye for detail
- The ability to follow technical drawings and plans
- Good math's skills for measuring and working out angles
- A reasonable level of fitness
- The ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised
- An awareness of health and safety.
Driver Licenses
Code B
Languages
Good, Good, Good, Good, Good, Good, Fair, Fair, Fair
Attributes
- Honest and trustworthy
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Flexible
- Demonstrate work ethics
- Deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner
Personal Information
- ID Number: 87082200412
- Date of Birth: 08/22/87
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital Status: Single
- Place of Birth: Eyanda
Timeline
Senior Carpenter
Rare Construction and Engineering
01.2017 - Current
Senior Joiner
Namib Wood
02.2016 - 02.2017
Driver, Carpenter and Joiner
Delawin Joinery
08.2015 - 02.2016
Driver, Carpenter and Joiner
Kathy Joinery
06.2014 - 07.2015
Carpenter and Joiner
Nimt NBCT
10.2013 - 02.2014
Carpenter and Joiner (Internship)
De La Rey Wood Creation
03.2013 - 10.2013
Carpenter and Joiner (Internship)
NAMDEB DIAMOND CORP (PTY) Ltd
09.2011 - 03.2013
Carpenter & Joinery (Internship)
Tischlerei Eichsfeld - Holz
09.2010 - 10.2011
Excavator and Front End Loader Certificates - Heavy Machinery Operations
The Best Hope Training Academy
Trade Certificate - Carpentry and Joinery
Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology
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