Allan Hall
Greenwell Cottage, Front Street, Ingleton, Darlington,Durham
Summary
I am a hard working experienced tradesman with strengths in plumbing, heating, painting, and decorating, groundsworks and repairs. I have projects within agreed time scales, ensuring high-quality outcomes. I collaborate effectively with team members to achieve targets and comply with safety standards.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
House Renovation
Self Employed
DARLINGTON, Durham
07.2025 - Current
- Carried out plumbing, heating, painting, building works and decorating on house renovations.
- Completed building works against agreed time scales during renovations.
- Worked closely with a colleague to complete tasks efficiently on project assignments.
Gas & Heating Engineer
Self Employed
DARLINGTON, Durham
08.2004 - Current
- Installed, serviced, and repaired heating systems and plumbing in residential properties, ensuring reliable operation and customer satisfaction.
- Upgraded outdated heating systems, improving energy efficiency and reducing bills for clients.
- Attended training sessions to enhance skills and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
- Conducted annual maintenance checks on boilers, ensuring optimal performance and safety for clients.
- Issued appropriate certificates and notices in line with regulatory gas safety standards.
Groundworker
RLG Groundworks
DARLINGTON, Durham
04.2017 - 06.2025
- Operated heavy machinery, including excavators and dumper trucks, for ground excavation and material transportation on building site for new build houses, ensuring timely project progress.
- Repaired steel structures on farm buildings.
- Ensured compliance with site safety regulations by wearing appropriate clothing and equipment.
- Installed drainage and sewer systems in accordance with building codes and safety standards, contributing to site integrity and functionality.
- Created all groundworks, foundations and drainage to exact specifications by closely reviewing blueprints.
- Collaborated with tradespeople to provide groundwork support for pipework and plumbing installations, facilitating successful project completion.
Graffiti Removal
Nordic Pioneering
London, City of London
03.2010 - 05.2012
- Executed exterior cleaning tasks, including graffiti removal and washing, enhancing visual appeal of buildings for a project aimed at revitalising areas of London ahead of London Olympics 2012.
- Conducted graffiti removal with specialised cleaning agents and techniques, successfully restoring surfaces to original condition.
- Harnessed graffiti removal techniques in removing graffiti, spray paints and other drawings on buildings, walls and structures.
Professional Boxer
Frank Maloney Promotions
London, City of London
01.1989 - 12.2001
- Competed internationally as a professional boxer, demonstrating commitment to rigorous fight preparation.
- Developed and implemented disciplined training plans to ensure optimal physical condition for competition.
Amateur Boxer
Boxing club and Represented Country
DARLINGTON, Durham
05.1987 - 12.1989
- Committed to intensive training schedule, demonstrating resilience and dedication to skill development.
- Competed in and won prestigious matches, representing England with excellence as an Amateur Boxer.
Education
Protective Coatings Application Broze
Protective Coatings Application
01-2026
ECITB Safety Passport
ECITB Safety Passport
01-2026
NPORS Operator
NPORS
01-2022
NVQ Level 3 - Gas Safety Qualification
Gas Safe Register
Darlington01-2004
GCSEs -
Longfiled School
Darlington01-1986
Skills
I have a good work ethic and would confidently apply my years of experience to a Painter/Blaster role I have years of hands-on experience gained through graffiti removal, groundwork, and house renovation projects I am proficient in the Tool operation for surface preparation, repairs, and finishing work I hold a Protective Coatings qualification, with Surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and the application of protective coating systems to achieve high-quality, durable finishes My background in Gas Safety work and groundwork has provided me with Health and Safety compliance knowledge, Risk management, Safe work practices, and the importance of Worksite safety I am committed to producing work to a high standard, following specifications accurately, and working effectively both independently and as part of a team
Timeline
House Renovation
Self Employed
07.2025 - Current
Groundworker
RLG Groundworks
04.2017 - 06.2025
Graffiti Removal
Nordic Pioneering
03.2010 - 05.2012
Gas & Heating Engineer
Self Employed
08.2004 - Current
Professional Boxer
Frank Maloney Promotions
01.1989 - 12.2001
Amateur Boxer
Boxing club and Represented Country
05.1987 - 12.1989
Protective Coatings Application Broze
Protective Coatings Application
ECITB Safety Passport
ECITB Safety Passport
NPORS Operator
NPORS
NVQ Level 3 - Gas Safety Qualification
Gas Safe Register
GCSEs -
Longfiled School