Benjamin Batten
Honiton ,Devon
Summary
Enthusiastic construction trainee focused on developing practical skills in construction management and site operations. Capable of supporting project teams by ensuring safety protocols and assisting with material handling and on-site coordination. Eager to contribute to successful project completions through hands-on learning and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction trainee
New Roots
Exeter, Devon
01.2024 - Current
- Gained hands-on experience with various power tools.
- Enhanced job site efficiency with thorough clean-up duties.
- Assisted in measuring and cutting materials to exact specifications.
- Assisted in construction projects for practical knowledge acquisition.
- Ensured safety by strictly adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Dealt with challenging situations proactively, promoted efficient problem resolution.
- Contributed to team effectiveness through proactive communication and collaboration.
- Handled construction tasks under supervision, gained essential industry exposure.
- Helped maintain equipment, prolonged its operational lifespan.
- Participated in training sessions for continuous skill development.
- Managed waste disposal effectively keeping the site tidy at all times.
- Performed routine checks on machinery, ensuring optimal performance.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
- Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
- Followed written and verbal work instructions to verify task requirements.
Otter Nurseries Garden Plants Worker
Otter Nurseries
Ottery St Mary, Devon
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Performed daily equipment checks for uninterrupted operations.
- Reduced waste by conscientiously managing resources and materials.
- Maintained clean, organised workspace to facilitate efficiency.
- Executed tasks promptly, resulting in improved output rates.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily project targets.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections for optimal performance.
- Applied fertilisers for improved crop yields.
- Executed tasks with precision and attention to detail in fast-paced environment.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress and targets.
Kitchen Assistant
Otter Nurseries
Ottery St Mary , Devon
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Took orders and portioned food for delivery to client tables.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Assisted in preparation of meals to exact recipes.
- Cleaned food preparation and storage areas in line with schedule.
Education
GCSEs - General
The Kings School OSM
Ottery St Mary, Devon 09/2018 - 06/2023
Foundation
Bicton College
Budleigh Salterton, Devon 09/2023 - 10/2023
CSCS - Construction
New Roots
Exeter, Devon 01/2024 -
Functional Skills - English & Mathematics
Lexia
Home 09/2024 -
Skills
- CSCS Card Holder
- Asbestos Awareness
- COSHH
- Hazardous materials handling
- Power tool use
- Hygiene consciousness
- Commercial kitchen workflow
- Communication with chef
- Customer Service
- Competent IT user
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Proactive problem solving
Certification
CSCS Card - Operative
Affiliations
- Gym
- Learning to drive
- DIY
Qualifications
March 2025.
CSCS card 98% Pass
January 2025
First Aid Essentials, Fire Safety, Raising Awareness of Legionella, Raising Awareness of Asbestos, Cyber Security, Working with display screen equipment (Educare)
June 2023
GCSE Mathematics Grade Two
BTEC Computer Use Level 1 Distinction
Entry Level Certificate Mathematics 3, Science 3, English 3.
GCSE English (Speaking) 2 (pass)
Reference #1
Chris Sargeant
Lexia Education
cjsargeant@gmail.com
07717873125
Reference #2
Wayne Stewart
New Roots
Newrootsworkshop@gmail.com
07852322159
Reference #3
Wesley Heaney
YJS
Wesley.Heaney@devon.gov.uk
07971323009
Timeline
Otter Nurseries Garden Plants Worker
Otter Nurseries
03.2024 - 06.2024
Construction trainee
New Roots
01.2024 - Current
Kitchen Assistant
Otter Nurseries
09.2021 - 11.2023
GCSEs - General
The Kings School OSM
09/2018 - 06/2023
Foundation
Bicton College
09/2023 - 10/2023
CSCS - Construction
New Roots
01/2024 -
Functional Skills - English & Mathematics
Lexia
09/2024 -
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