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CHRISTIAN HUGHES

Pembroke,Pembrokeshire

Summary

Experienced scaffolding professional with extensive expertise in the use of tube and fitting, Layher, cuplock, and other system scaffolds including temporary roof systems. Proficient in SG4:21 and TG20, design work specifications, with a strong background in health and safety within the construction and industrial sectors. Demonstrated ability to manage large projects providing access scaffolds. Ability to collaborate with structural engineers, and oversee contract management. Skilled in advanced scaffolding techniques, scaffold inspection, and working at height. Adept at managing and supervising workforces to ensure project success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4054
4054
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Advanced scaffolder

AGI
Pembroke , Pembrokeshire
02.2024 - Current
  • Erecting and dismantling scaffolds for access within an oil refinery environment.
  • Collecting and completing permits to work
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations whilst executing each task.
  • Enhanced team morale with strong communication and cooperative skills.
  • Carried out all scaffolding duties adhering to strict health and safety regulations for optimal staff wellbeing.
  • Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
  • Maintained adequate supply of scaffolding materials and equipment.
  • Followed directions, drawings and project specifications to enforce adherence to requirements.

Site manager

PHD access
Various , Ireland
06.2016 - 02.2024
  • Ensured safety protocols for minimal workplace accidents.
  • Fostered good relationships with clients, securing repeat business opportunities.
  • Oversaw daily operations on-site, promoting effective workflow management.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Delegated tasks to appropriate personnel for increased productivity levels.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to comply with safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated with designers and subcontractors to fulfil project goals.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.

Advanced scaffolder

Tone Scaffolding
London, City of London
06.2010 - 06.2017
  • Supported other tradesmen to access hard-to-reach areas using well-designed scaffold structures.
  • Increased team coordination through clear communication and collaboration on all tasks.
  • Contributed towards successful project completions through effective teamwork and dedication towards job responsibilities.
  • Enhanced project timelines by rapidly responding to changing site requirements with flexible scaffold designs.
  • Constructed complex scaffold platforms to support heavy loads during construction activities.
  • Complied with health and safety regulations to minimise work-related accidents on site.
  • Improved site productivity by delivering timely and reliable scaffolding solutions.

Scaffolder

Hertel
Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
10.2005 - 06.2010
  • Tended to minor repairs on scaffold components, extending their lifespan.
  • Performed regular equipment inspections, ensuring optimal performance throughout projects.
  • Collaborated with the ground crew for loading and unloading materials from trucks, reducing downtime between tasks.
  • Contributed to project success through accurate interpretation of blueprints and schematic diagrams.
  • Delivered projects on time with meticulous planning and organisation.
  • Managed dismantling processes for safe and efficient site clearance.

Education

advanced Scaffolder -

CITB
Birmingham

Safety Passport -

ECITB
Pembrokeshire

Powered access Licence -

IPAF
UK

Temporary Works Co-ordinator - Temp works

CITB
Online

Skills

  • Use of tube and fitting scaffold system to build complicated scaffold accesses
  • Use of Layher / cuplock and other system scaffolds including temporary roofs systems
  • Knowledge of SG4:21
  • Knowledge of TG20 and design works specification
  • Management and supervision of work forces
  • Knowledge of health and safety in the construction and industrial sectors
  • Contract management
  • Management of large projects providing access scaffolds
  • Structural engineer collaboration
  • Advanced scaffolding
  • Scaffold inspection
  • Working at height

Affiliations

  • Strength training and fitness. I usually train 5/6 times a week and in previous years did powerlifting and boxing
  • Interest in sports and training and have achieved my level 3 personal training qualifications
  • Computing

Timeline

Advanced scaffolder

AGI
02.2024 - Current

Site manager

PHD access
06.2016 - 02.2024

Advanced scaffolder

Tone Scaffolding
06.2010 - 06.2017

Scaffolder

Hertel
10.2005 - 06.2010

advanced Scaffolder -

CITB

Safety Passport -

ECITB

Powered access Licence -

IPAF

Temporary Works Co-ordinator - Temp works

CITB
CHRISTIAN HUGHES