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Alex Dixon

Ulveston,Cumbria

Summary

Experienced construction site labourer with a strong foundation in groundworks, trench excavation, and building maintenance. Proficient in cement and plaster mixing, tool operation, and maintaining site cleanliness while adhering to strict health and safety standards. Demonstrates efficiency in manual handling, loading and unloading materials, and ensuring safe driving practices. Skilled in rooftop work and foundation preparation with a commitment to delivering high-quality results on every project.

Experienced labourer focused on delivering high-quality construction support. Capable of efficiently handling diverse tasks such as site preparation, material handling, and equipment operation. Committed to maintaining safety standards and ensuring project timelines are met.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Experienced Labourer

Karl Dixon Builders
Ulveston, Cumbria
01.2023 - 02.2025
  • Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills whilst carrying out manual tasks.
  • Implemented correct use of personal protective equipment at all times.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials, aiding in maintaining orderly workspace.
  • Mixed construction materials such as cement or plaster for various tasks.
  • Utilised hand tools effectively ensuring accuracy and precision in all jobs performed.
  • Aided skilled workers, contributing to timely project completion.
  • Showed punctuality and reliability, never missed a day of work.

Watersports Instructor

Jaws Watersports
Donegal Ireland, Donegal
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated closely with fellow instructors for seamless running of courses.
  • Ensured safety of participants by conducting routine equipment checks.
  • Facilitated group cohesion by planning and executing team-building exercises.
  • Incorporated elements of fun into lessons while maintaining focus on skill development.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans to meet individual learning requirements effectively.
  • Managed booking system efficiently, facilitated smooth operation of daily classes.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations, minimised risk of injury during activities.
  • Fostered a fun, safe environment for increased participant satisfaction levels.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, ensured return visits due to exceptional service quality.
  • Evaluated student performance regularly, identified areas requiring further improvement.
  • Demonstrated watersports techniques, provided visual learning opportunities for students.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with course attendees to ensure satisfaction and learning.
  • Protected students and staff by following correct health and safety procedures.

Labourer

Fencewright
Perth Australia, Perth
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Mixed construction materials such as cement or plaster for various tasks.
  • Assisted with heavy lifting to ensure safe and efficient operations on site.
  • Aided skilled workers, contributing to timely project completion.
  • Utilised hand tools effectively ensuring accuracy and precision in all jobs performed.

Customer Team Member

Co-op Food
Windermere, Cumbria
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Offered guidance on product selection, improving customer satisfaction.
  • Managed stock levels for optimum product availability.
  • Delivered excellent customer service to ensure repeat business.
  • Supported the management in inventory control for efficient stock management.
  • Prepared fresh food items, maintaining quality standards.
  • Worked efficiently on tills to minimise waiting times for customers.
  • Operated cash registers accurately, ensuring correct change was given.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene whilst preparing fresh food items.
  • Upheld company policies and procedures for a consistent shopping experience.
  • Assisted customers on shop floor, locating items and taking payments.
  • Resolved customer issues efficiently, seeking support from supervisor when necessary.
  • Restocked shelves, facing up products, checking dates and verifying prices.
  • Cleaned and organised checkout area to enhance shopping experience for customers.

Watersports instructor

Jaws Watersports
Ireland, Donegal
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Communicated effectively with participants ensuring understanding of safety protocols at all times.
  • Provided excellent customer service with clear instruction and guidance.
  • Conducted engaging watersports lessons for improved participant enjoyment.
  • Demonstrated watersports techniques, provided visual learning opportunities for students.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, ensured return visits due to exceptional service quality.

Builder Plasterer

Karl Dixon Builders
Lake District, Cumbria
01.2005 - 01.2013
  • Utilised power tools proficiently whilst maintaining strict safety protocols.
  • Constructed residential homes, ensuring quality workmanship at all times.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Adhered to local building regulations throughout all phases of construction ensuring legal compliance.
  • Coordinated construction projects from inception to completion for seamless execution.
  • Led teams of skilled tradespeople to meet project deadlines.
  • Poured concrete foundations, key step in building process.
  • Erected scaffolding safely, essential task before initiating any construction work.
  • Assured safety on-site by strictly adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Looked after tools, materials and equipment, making available for use when required.
  • Offered multi-trade services for house building projects.
  • Carried out work at heights using ladders, scaffolding and worked in confined spaces, following all safety procedures.
  • Refurbished commercial and residential buildings.

Education

GCSEs - Windsurfing & Kayaking & Surfing

Queen katherine School
Kendal, Cumbria

Instructor - Windsurfing & Kayaking & Surfing

BCU (British Canoe Union)& ICU (Irish Canoe Union)
Ireland & northern Ireland
01.2012 - 01.2014

Skills

  • Construction basics
  • Construction site labouring
  • Manual labour
  • Concreting
  • Cement mixing

Timeline

Experienced Labourer

Karl Dixon Builders
01.2023 - 02.2025

Watersports Instructor

Jaws Watersports
01.2017 - 01.2023

Labourer

Fencewright
01.2016 - 01.2017

Customer Team Member

Co-op Food
01.2015 - 01.2016

Watersports instructor

Jaws Watersports
01.2012 - 01.2015

Instructor - Windsurfing & Kayaking & Surfing

BCU (British Canoe Union)& ICU (Irish Canoe Union)
01.2012 - 01.2014

Builder Plasterer

Karl Dixon Builders
01.2005 - 01.2013

GCSEs - Windsurfing & Kayaking & Surfing

Queen katherine School
Alex Dixon