Darren Mckechnie
Bristol,Avon
Summary
Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Team leader manager
Bailey's of Bristol
Bristol, Avon
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Introduced innovative solutions which maximised output without compromising quality.
- Streamlined workflow for a more efficient process.
- Increased team cohesion by implementing regular feedback sessions.
- Developed strategies for improved performance level across the team.
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
- Led project coordination, resulting in timely delivery.
General builder/Project manager
Home for you
Bristol, Avon
03.2009 - 03.2024
- Provided excellent customer service through clear communication and respect for client properties.
- Ensured safety on site by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to clients' daily activities.
- Repaired damaged structures, restoring them to their original state.
- Followed architectural plans precisely to build structurally sound buildings.
- Recorded daily data in work logs and completed written reports detailing daily work performance.
- Organised day to day running of the site including: scaffolding, skip hire, wages and communicating with building surveyor and inspectors.
Manufacturing team leader
Bailey's of Bristol
Bristol, Avon
03.2004 - 06.2009
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Building construction worker
Self employed
Bristol, Avon
01.1999 - 03.2004
- Delivered precise measurements to ensure accurate construction outcomes.
- Followed blueprints and plans for successful project completion.
- Laid bricks for construction of solid walls and other structures.
- Assisted in the completion of complex projects through team collaboration efforts.
- Achieved project efficiency by effectively utilising construction machinery and tools.
- Enhanced safety standards by adhering to all health and safety protocols on site.
Education
O Level - Mathematics
Withywood Comprehensive School
Bristol 09/1986 - 07/1987
O Level - English Language
Withywood Comprehensive School
Bristol 09/1986 - 07/1987
Skills
- Structural engineering principles
- Conflict resolution on site
- Building regulations knowledge
- Site safety awareness
- Risk assessment competence
- Carpentry mastery
- Plumbing installation
- Plastering techniques
- Bricklaying competency
- Material ordering
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team player
- All aspects of the building trade to a good standard
Timeline
Team leader manager
Bailey's of Bristol
03.2024 - 04.2025
General builder/Project manager
Home for you
03.2009 - 03.2024
Manufacturing team leader
Bailey's of Bristol
03.2004 - 06.2009
Building construction worker
Self employed
01.1999 - 03.2004
O Level - Mathematics
Withywood Comprehensive School
09/1986 - 07/1987
O Level - English Language
Withywood Comprehensive School
09/1986 - 07/1987
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