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Artur Podlewski

Hounslow,Middlesex

Summary

As a highly motivated and adaptable professional, I am passionate about creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment that supports learning and well‑being. My background in facilities and site maintenance has given me a thorough understanding of building services, health, and safety standards, as well as expertise in planning, organising, and executing a wide range of tasks, from strategic planning and cost estimation to interior and exterior renovations. Skilled in identifying potential issues and addressing them promptly, I am committed to maintaining the highest standards while demonstrating resilience under pressure and excelling in dynamic environments. An approachable and collaborative team member, I am proficient in working alongside staff, students, and external contractors to foster a well‑maintained, culturally aware, and thriving space for the whole school community.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Painter and decorator

Self employed
Hounslow, Middlesex
05.2005 - Current
  • Created decorative finishes using specialised techniques, enhancing overall ambience.
  • Selected appropriate materials for each job, maximising quality of finished work.
  • Upheld high standards of customer service whilst fulfilling project requirements.
  • Secured protective coverings over furniture and fixtures, preventing damage during work process.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations throughout all tasks undertaken.
  • Achieved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting and decorating services.
  • Met tight deadlines, ensuring minimal disruption to clients' daily routines.
  • Repaired walls before painting, resulting in a flawless finish.
  • Executed wall papering jobs neatly for polished final appearance.
  • Maintained clean workspace to ensure safety and efficiency in task completion.
  • Completed exterior paintwork tasks with attention to detail for long-lasting results.
  • Performed minor carpentry repairs before decoration tasks commenced, ensuring seamless results.
  • Carried out painting and decorating work on large properties to exceptional standards.
  • Levelled surfaces by filling holes and cracks.
  • Refreshed walls, doors and trims with strict attention to detail.
  • Stripped old wallpaper and old paint.
  • Executed domestic and commercial painting and decorating accurately and efficiently.
  • Built rapport with clients to encourage referrals.
  • Prepared cost estimates for clients based on material needs and labour hours.

Builder's labourer

Agency
London
05.2004 - 05.2005
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks, aiding in timely completion of projects.
  • Demonstrated understanding of building codes and regulations to ensure compliance during project execution.
  • Assisted in the construction of residential buildings by preparing and cleaning worksites.
  • Followed detailed instructions from skilled professionals, ensuring precision in task execution.
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth functioning at the construction site.
  • Participated actively in on-the-job training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
  • Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
  • Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.

Education

Carpentry

Zespół Szkół Ponadpodstawowych Nr 4
Zamosc, Poland
09.1993 - 06.1996

Skills

  • Time management excellence
  • Planning and organising tasks
  • Adaptable to changing environments
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Safety regulations knowledge
  • Strategic planning and design
  • Cost estimation
  • Interior and exterior renovations
  • Cultural awareness
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Additional skills

  • Interior and exterior painting jobs including repairs, wallpapering, working at heights, removal of mould
  • Carpentry
  • Building partition walls
  • Assembling furniture
  • Laying floor panels
  • Small DIY projects like fence and planter
  • Gardening like trimming shrubs and branches
  • Knowing how to use garden equipment
  • General minor repairs
  • Replacing light bulbs, sockets, door handles and locks (doors and windows)
  • Connecting washing machines and dishwashers
  • Unblocking drains and sinks
  • Hanging mirrors, pictures, curtain rods, shelves and TVs
  • Replacing gutters
  • Replacing siphons
  • Installing and replacing toilet seats
  • Installing internal window blinds
  • Replacing door and window seals
  • Repairing/replacing skirting boards

Timeline

Painter and decorator

Self employed
05.2005 - Current

Builder's labourer

Agency
05.2004 - 05.2005

Carpentry

Zespół Szkół Ponadpodstawowych Nr 4
09.1993 - 06.1996
Artur Podlewski