MUSTAPHA RAHEEM
Lagos
Summary
Dedicated painting and drywall professional with a strong background in surface preparation and plaster application. Proven ability to collaborate effectively, streamline workflows, and maintain safety compliance, contributing to timely project completion and high-quality results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter/Gypsum Worker
TGG Construction
Al Riyadh
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for wall plastering by installing gauge and notation, screeding, sanding, and cleaning to promote optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment for even coverage.
- Followed safety guidelines and used personal protective equipment during painting tasks.
- Organized tools and materials to maintain a clean and efficient work environment.
- Supported team with project setup and cleanup, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress and challenges.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Installed drywall sheets with precision in residential projects, contributing to quality finishes.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment to shape and finish gypsum products.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set timelines.
- Installed soundproof insulation materials within walls to reduce noise transfer from one room to another.
- Smoothed and blended joint compounds over tape seams using trowels or special knives.
Painter And Decorator
Pernix LLC
Eko Atlantic
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Installed drywall sheets efficiently and accurately in residential projects.
- Repaired damaged drywall surfaces by patching holes with new pieces of board material.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning before painting.
- Prepared and mixed gypsum materials for various construction applications.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment to shape and finish gypsum products.
- Filled joints between panels with joint compound and taped joints with paper tape or fiberglass mesh tape.
- Secured gypsum boards with screws or nails, ensuring that joints were properly mitered.
- Installed soundproof insulation materials within walls to reduce noise transfer from one room to another.
- Monitored material quality during installation to ensure consistent results and adherence to specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set timelines.
Education
CPD Certificate Service - Painting
Etiwa Tech Vocational Training
Lagos Nigeria11-2023
Skills
- surface preparation
- paint application
- drywall installation
- gypsum finishing
- safety compliance
- material quality control
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
CPD
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Painter/Gypsum Worker
TGG Construction
11.2025 - Current
Painter And Decorator
Pernix LLC
12.2023 - 11.2025
CPD Certificate Service - Painting
Etiwa Tech Vocational Training