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Ben Corley

Welling,Kenr

Summary

I am an accomplished professional with experience in maintenance, maintenance coordination, installation, servicing and budget management. Adept in building, services and equipment maintenance and scheduling. Demonstrates proficiency in contractor management and health and safety compliance. I am computer literate, dealing with purchasing, researching, invoicing, spreadsheets, document/file building and communicating.

Amongst installation work I also provide scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance to three churches, a Doctors surgery and a medical centre. I have also had the privilege in my career to work in some prestigious places such as The Royal Courts of Justice, The Old Bailey, St James Palace and Buckingham Palace to name but a few.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Plumbing/heating & gas engineer

Ben Corley TA Acorn Services
Welling, Bexley
04.2002 - Current
  • Liaised with suppliers effectively, ensuring delivery of materials and components.
  • Installed various domestic appliances such as boilers, radiators,cookers and gas fires in line with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Installed various different bathrooms and kitchens, to which include all aspects of professions such as plumbing, electrics, plastering, tiling, carpentry, flooring and decorating.
  • Worked closely with other trades on multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Performed regular maintenance on gas systems for optimal performance.
  • Handled emergency call-outs professionally-providing rapid response services when needed.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for long-term reliability of systems.
  • Maintained health and safety standards by conducting regular risk assessments.
  • Provided advice and training to apprentices and fellow tradesman.
  • Completed gas safety paperwork in line with Gas Safe regulations.
  • Recognised safety issues and reported to appropriate parties.
  • Handled planned preventative maintenance on gas appliances, heating systems and hot/cold water systems.
  • Diagnosed issues with gas boilers, heating systems, and water systems and implemented repairs.
  • Followed details on work orders to complete jobs to specified standards and within specified timescales.
  • Attending training to maintain working knowledge of various gas heating systems and appliances.
  • Identified defective parts and sourced replacements using exceptional troubleshooting abilities.
  • Read drawings to understand or plan layout of gas installations plumbing, waste disposal and water supply systems.
  • Resolved reactive and emergency breakdown tasks, completing associated paperwork.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a range of trade skills, ensuring timely project completion.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members ensuring smoother operations on site.
  • Maintained clean working areas, promoting a safer environment for both workers and clients.

Apprentice plumber/plumber

P & J Services
Welling, Kent
08.1997 - 03.2002
  • Enhanced technical skills through continuous on-the-job training sessions.
  • Assisted senior plumber to install new boilers, central heating systems, bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Repaired leaking taps, enhancing longevity of equipment.
  • Performed routine inspections for potential problems in plumbing systems.
  • Followed safety protocols, ensuring secure working environment.
  • Followed building plans and blueprints to ensure compliance with plumbing task specifications.
  • Cleaned and tidied work sites after job completion.
  • Handled installation and maintenance work in domestic and commercial buildings.

Education

CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1 & HTR1 - ACS/Gas Safety

Able Skills Training Centre
Dartford, Kent
02.2023 - 02.2023

CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1 & HTR1 - ACS/Gas Safety

Mr Plumber Training Centre
Sittingbourne, Kent
01.2018 - 01.2018

NVQ Level 2 - Mechanical Engineering/Plumbing

North West Kent College
Dartford, Kent
09.1998 - 11.2000

NVQ Level 2 - Application of numbers & Communication

North West Kent College
Dartford, Kent
09.1998 - 11.2000

Skills

  • Maintenance coordination
  • Budget management
  • Building maintenance
  • Computer literate
  • Equipment maintenance scheduling
  • Contractor management
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Plumbing & heating
  • Gas
  • Carpentry
  • Plastering
  • Electrical
  • Decorating
  • PAT testing

Affiliations

  • I love to spending time with my family, whether we are on the beach, playing mini golf, watching films/tv or just sitting around chatting. I like taking the family dog on long walks with my wife. I also like to take time for myself by immersing myself in to video games.
  • When I can, I like to spend time improving my home and working in the garden.
  • The wife and I also enjoy meeting up with our friends for dinner and drinks.

Reference

Mr Graham Sparkes

Greenwich Council Building Surveyor

Blackheath & Crystal Palace Methodist Church Circuit Property Secretary

grahamsparkes@hotmail.co.uk

Reference

Mrs Lisa Cleary

Practice Manager

Tudor Way Surgery & Bromley Park Medical Centre

lisa.cleary@nhs.net

01689 827378



Timeline

CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1 & HTR1 - ACS/Gas Safety

Able Skills Training Centre
02.2023 - 02.2023

CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1 & HTR1 - ACS/Gas Safety

Mr Plumber Training Centre
01.2018 - 01.2018

Plumbing/heating & gas engineer

Ben Corley TA Acorn Services
04.2002 - Current

NVQ Level 2 - Mechanical Engineering/Plumbing

North West Kent College
09.1998 - 11.2000

NVQ Level 2 - Application of numbers & Communication

North West Kent College
09.1998 - 11.2000

Apprentice plumber/plumber

P & J Services
08.1997 - 03.2002

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