BRADLEY WELLS
Painter Decorator
Summary
Positive individual with strong manual dexterity, physical stamina and coordination skills. Comfortable working in changing weather conditions in outside spaces. Possesses eye for detail and communication and organisational skills. Reliable painter/decorator with physical stamina and manual handling skills. I Work well with others to complete tasks to schedule. Independent and patient individual confident working alone. Many years experience of both internal and external painting. Excellent customer service skills Willing to go the extra mile to achieve the desired outcome for customers. Hardworking painter. With experience managing diverse projects. Highly creative and innovative with a reputation for driving measurable results. Enthusiastic painter using exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities to grow business. I use my extensive industry experience to offer expert knowledge on all areas of painting properties both internally and externally. Creatively solve problems and apply exceptional time management skills. Hardworking Painter skilled in overseeing diverse paint and decor projects. Selects supplies and design layouts to meet client preferences and budget. Detail-oriented ith strong record of quality and client satisfaction.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1992
1992
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
CONSTRUCTION PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Various Contracts
London
2022.11 - 2026.04
- Various Contracts including:
- Painting and decorating rooms and wards in hospitals throughout London and the surrounding areas.
- Priming, preparing and painting several floors of sash windows in a prestigious office complex in Central London. Thereafter painting and decorating several conference rooms in the same property.
- Preparing and painting newly fitted fire doors in a residential block in West London.
- Painting and decorating offices, corridors and washrooms in head office of Sky Broadcasting in Brentford, Middlesex.
- Painting and decorating rooms and public areas in a newly refurbished pub/hotel in South West London.
- Painting and decorating exteriors of residential properties in West London.
- The above positions involved:
- Selecting suitable colours and textures with clients' preferences in mind.
- Enhancinf property aesthetic by applying fresh coats of paint.
- Removing old paint through scraping, ensuring optimal surface preparation before redecoration work began.
- Maintaining clean work area for safety and efficiency purposes.
- Preparing surfaces for painting, ensuring long-lasting finish.
- Conducting minor repairs on walls prior to decoration activities.
- Updating exterior woodwork with weather-resistant paint for increased longevity.
- Meeting strict deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail for superior results.
- Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations during all projects without fail.
- Preparing surfaces for painting, using heat guns and liquid paint removers to remove old paint and wallpaper.
- Avoiding disruption of client space by thoroughly tidying up work site after completion of job.
- Provided helpful, reliable and competent service to customers, resulting in complete customer satisfaction.
- Carrying out painting and decorating work on large properties to exceptional standards.
REFUSE COLLECTION OPERATIVE
Petemps, Greenford
Greenford
2022.07 - 2022.11
- During this employment I was sub-contracted to work for the London Borough of Hillingdon where I worked alongside other operatives collecting domestic refuse and loading into truck. To undertake this job I successfully completed a health and safety test.
- Adhered strictly to company rules and regulations whilst performing duties, promoting a professional work environment.
- Displayed excellent physical strength and endurance during labour intensive tasks involving heavy lifting or standing for prolonged periods.
- Utilised protective gear effectively during waste handling tasks, preventing health hazards associated with the job role.
CONSTRUCTION PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Thaler Contracts, London and outskirts various locatons
London
2021.04 - 2022.07
- Collaborated with construction workers, architects and interior designers to execute concepts and build fruitful relationships.
- Maintained project budget by accurately measuring materials and required labour to determine costs.
- Cleaned and maintained tools for durability.
- Sealed surfaces, carpets and cabinetry with dust sheets to protect from paint drops.
- Interpreted blueprints and instructions and assessed surfaces to verify work required.
- Estimated exact quantities of materials needed to help minimise waste.
- Covered interior items, floors and skirting boards to prevent unwanted splashes of paint.
- Selected paint type, colour and brand to create desired decorative effect.
- Stored, handled and mixed chemicals safely.
- Maintained clean work area to prevent risk of injury and minimise disruption to people on-site.
- Prepared range of surfaces for painting to achieve even finish.
- Cleaned painting equipment soon after task completion.
- Applied protective and decorative coats of paint to walls and ceilings.
- Worked safely at height to reach ceilings and walls.
- Adhered to health and safety procedures while working on construction sites.
PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Various, London and Middlesex
London
1999.01 - 2021.03
- Sealed surfaces, carpets and cabinetry with dust sheets to protect from paint drops.
- Maintained project budget by accurately measuring materials and required labour to determine costs.
- Scheduled appointments and assisted customers in selecting ideal colours to complement construction.
- Cleaned and maintained tools for durability.
- Added primers or sealers to define new surfaces for finish coats.
- Replaced doorknobs, lamps and electric switch covers before painting.
- Prepared range of surfaces for painting to achieve even finish.
- Selected paint type, colour and brand to create desired decorative effect.
- Cleaned painting equipment soon after task completion.
- Cleaned walls and surfaces ahead of painting or wallpapering.
- Filled cracks and holes to create smooth wall before painting.
- Worked safely at height to reach ceilings and walls.
- Covered interior items, floors and skirting boards to prevent unwanted splashes of paint.
- Mixed pigments and added additives to prepare paint to exact specifications.
- Sanded surfaces between coats of paint to eliminate dirt and irregularities.
- Adhered to health and safety procedures while working on construction sites.
- Estimated exact quantities of materials needed to help minimise waste.
- Applied protective and decorative coats of paint to walls and ceilings.
- Matched paint using colour-matching techniques for consistent finish.
- Responded promptly to quotation requests and recorded customer correspondence.
HOUSE PAINTER
Various, Middlesex, London and Surrey
Middlesex
1991.01 - 1998.12
- Collaborated with construction workers, architects and interior designers to execute concepts and build fruitful relationships.
- Interpreted blueprints and instructions and assessed surfaces to verify work required.
- Added primers or sealers to define new surfaces for finish coats.
- Maintained project budget by accurately measuring materials and required labour to determine costs.
- Selected paint type, colour and brand to create desired decorative effect.
- Prepared range of surfaces for painting to achieve even finish.
- Worked safely at height to reach ceilings and walls.
- Stored, handled and mixed chemicals safely.
- Maintained clean work area to prevent risk of injury and minimise disruption to people on-site.
- Estimated exact quantities of materials needed to help minimise waste.
- Cleaned painting equipment soon after task completion.
- Cleaned walls and surfaces ahead of painting or wallpapering.
- Applied protective and decorative coats of paint to walls and ceilings.
- Used brushes, rollers and sprays to apply paint.
- Mixed pigments and added additives to prepare paint to exact specifications.
- Matched paint using colour-matching techniques for consistent finish.
- Sanded surfaces between coats of paint to eliminate dirt and irregularities.
- Responded promptly to quotation requests and recorded customer correspondence.
Education
GCSEs - MATHS, ENGLISH LANGUAGE, ENGLISH LITERATURE, WOODWORK, METALWORK
Isleworth and Syon School for Boys
IsleworthSkills
- Dealt with members of the public and had a positive approach to customer care
- Provided support to less experienced staff on operational matters
- Worked outside in all weathers, and was able to confidently use associated tools, mechanical aids and equipment
- Worked collaboratively to deliver services and helped to identify problems about waste so that appropriate action was taken
- Precision finishing
- Workspace organisation
- Deadline management
Certification
CIS Registered.
I currently hold a green CSCS card.
Timeline
CONSTRUCTION PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Various Contracts
2022.11 - 2026.04
REFUSE COLLECTION OPERATIVE
Petemps, Greenford
2022.07 - 2022.11
CONSTRUCTION PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Thaler Contracts, London and outskirts various locatons
2021.04 - 2022.07
PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Various, London and Middlesex
1999.01 - 2021.03
HOUSE PAINTER
Various, Middlesex, London and Surrey
1991.01 - 1998.12
GCSEs - MATHS, ENGLISH LANGUAGE, ENGLISH LITERATURE, WOODWORK, METALWORK
Isleworth and Syon School for Boys