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Oliver Watkins

Summary

Hardworking and reliable self-starter with a strong ambition to advance at Bromford. I possess acquired skills and am eager to acquire new ones, while consistently making a difference for the customers. Experienced in public-facing roles, I genuinely enjoy meeting and engaging with people. A fast learner who is responsive to business needs and prioritizes customer satisfaction. Known for being organized, punctual, reliable, and committed. Thrives on hard work and excels both as part of a team and working independently. Brings valuable leadership experience from managing and leading others to achieve their best. Successfully operated own small businesses in building and landscaping for the past fifteen years, providing extensive experience across manual trades. Equipped with transferable skills from running a small business and managing a busy family. Excels at multitasking and problem-solving in a fast-paced work environment while collaborating with others for optimal results. Strong belief in customer obsession and confident in contributing to Bromford's success. Eager to stretch myself and continue growing professionally.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen & Bathrooms Fitter

Bromford Housing Association
11.2024 - Current
  • Collaboration with team members to complete tasks on schedule, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
  • Applying strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arise during the fitting process.
  • Following safe work practices
  • Providing excellent customer service

Company Director

W&S Landscaping Ltd & Flo-Dek Ltd
01.2014 - 09.2024
  • Managed and performed landscaping, property maintenance and general building for household and commercial customers across Gloucestershire and Worcestershire
  • Proficient in multiple trades including carpentry, interior/exterior decorating, plumbing, alarm fitting, and coordinating with subcontractors for electrical and gas engineering projects
  • Demonstrated expertise in numerous areas of construction and property maintenance such as roofing, patios, drainage systems, and foundations.
  • Fulfilled all requirements to be recognized as a certified B&Q Kitchen and Bathroom Fitter.
  • Ensures compliance with health and safety standards for both self and customers during on-site work
  • Employment, management, training and mentoring of labourers

Animal Husbandry Worker

Ed Newton- Millers Court Farm
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with farming manager to efficiently complete and prioritize daily farm tasks.

Self Employed General Builder & Landscaper

Self-Employed Sole Trader
05.2010 - 01.2014
  • Successfully undertook sourcing, management, and execution of property maintenance tasks along with general building and landscaping services for residential customers while working independently. Later established a Limited company owing to an increasing workload resulting from my skills and experience.

Assistant Herdsman

Dairy Farm
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Played an instrumental role in ensuring smooth functioning of farm activities and adherence to industry standards
  • Executed various duties related to farm maintenance to assist the Herdsman.

General Farm Worker

Taylor & Sons
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Engaged in diverse laboring roles, including general farming work, within the agricultural sector.

Education

GCSEs -

Churchdown High School
2004

Skills

  • Repair and maintenance
  • Manual labour
  • Communication skills
  • Staff training and mentoring
  • Carpentry
  • Kitchen fitting
  • Project Management
  • Eye for detail
  • Use of Invoicing software and Microsoft Office

Timeline

Kitchen & Bathrooms Fitter

Bromford Housing Association
11.2024 - Current

Animal Husbandry Worker

Ed Newton- Millers Court Farm
10.2022 - 01.2023

Company Director

W&S Landscaping Ltd & Flo-Dek Ltd
01.2014 - 09.2024

Assistant Herdsman

Dairy Farm
01.2013 - 01.2014

Self Employed General Builder & Landscaper

Self-Employed Sole Trader
05.2010 - 01.2014

General Farm Worker

Taylor & Sons
01.2010 - 01.2013

GCSEs -

Churchdown High School
Oliver Watkins