What type of job are you looking for?
Architectural Draftsman - Residential, Industrial, Commercial & renovation work.
What nationality are you?
Kiwi - New Zealand
What languages do you speak (and at what level)?
English - Fluent Tagalog (Philippines)- Conversation
What country or area are you looking to work in and why?
Papua New Guinea - I have read about the boom in the Construction Industry.
What countries have you worked in?
New Zealand & Australia (where I currently live)
What countries do you have a visa to work in?
New Zealand & Australia
What field do you currently work in?
Construction - I'm an Architectural Draftsman
What fields have you worked in before?
Just Architectural Draftsman
What qualifications do you hold?
I have 33 years of experience Drafting Houses, Commercial Buildings.
Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why?
Both but I find skills is more valuable. I'm speaking based on experience. I've been drafting for the last 33 years and I can draw difficult designs and can solve problems.
Describe the benefits of working with others
You can learn a lot of things from working with other people. I can also share my knowledge.
Describe the benefits of working alone
The ability to concentrate more on the work and work in my own time.
What was your worst working experience?
Not getting paid for 4 months work.
What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career?
Hardwork, loyalty, diligence and pleasing my client or employer.
What unique skills do you have?
Ability to solve general building problems, patience and respect for everyone.
What would you consider as your 'dream job'?
To continue my occupation as a Building Designer.
What are the most interesting aspects of your field?
The Building structures and the challenge of a difficult site.
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When can I start?
How can potential employers contact you?
By email on fandm_kerr@bigpond.com or by mobile phone (04)3009 1676 - Australia