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Overview
Work history
Education
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Certification
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Darren Wood

Stafford,ENG

Summary

A dedicated professional with a strong focus on operational efficiency and team motivation, consistently driving task prioritisation and deadline adherence. Demonstrates resilience under pressure and a proactive approach to Health and Safety Compliance, ensuring optimal performance in all areas. Exceptional communication skills enhance customer service and product knowledge, while leadership abilities foster attention to detail and effective customer liaison. Committed to advancing career goals through continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Supervisor

Asafe UK Ltd
Elland, West Yorkshire
2014.06 - Current

My responsibilities as site supervisor are to complete installations within the time frame,

  • Implemented company policies effectively, maintained high standards of service delivery.
  • Identified potential risks and mitigated them through proactive measures.
  • Supervised activities of workers and enforced safety regulations.
  • Improved workplace safety to reduce accidents and near-misses.
  • Maintain high quality standards for improved customer satisfaction.
  • Led toolbox talks and motivated teams to achieve daily production targets.

Site supervisor

Wayman fabrications
Congleton, Cheshire East
2010.04 - 2014.06

Wayman fabrications supplied and fitted secondary steel to many construction sites across the country, I was the site supervisor to a small team and occasionally fabricated the product within the work shop ready to be fitted on site.

  • Closely managed site operations, keeping team production at optimal pace.
  • Utilised tools, machinery and equipment following safety measures.
  • Managed delivery and shipment of supplies required for projects.
  • Checked construction materials met safety, quality and compliance standards.
  • Interpreted construction specifications to plan and implement effective schedules.
  • Maintained site cleanliness, promoting a safe working environment.
  • Complied with all health and safety regulations, maintaining an accident-free work environment.
  • Implemented quality control measures, resulting in high standard outputs.

Construction site supervisor

Lowe Engineering LTD
Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
2000.05 - 2010.09

My first year with Lowe Engineering i was trained up to fabricate and weld stainless steel staircases for construction company's Skanska UK, Galliford Try and Balfour beatty. After my first year i moved into site installation and became a site supervisor after progressing well within the company.

  • Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.
  • Achieved smooth workflow with efficient delegation of tasks.
  • Oversaw subcontractor activities to ensure alignment with overall project objectives.
  • Led labouring teams by driving continued productivity to reach targets.
  • Supervised ongoing construction works, verifying against specifications.
  • Briefed teams on daily task requirements to meet project targets.
  • Ensured site safety by conducting regular risk assessments.
  • Led toolbox talks and motivated teams to achieve daily production. targets.
  • Ensured compliance with building regulations through diligent supervision.

Skilled labourer

J.WOOD Builders LTD
Stafford, Staffordshire
1994.03 - 2000.02

Supported daily operations within family-run building company.

  • Promoted a positive work environment by handling conflicts effectively.
  • Assisted in maintaining health and safety by wearing personal protective equipment.
  • Helped manage inventory to avoid delays in construction tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with safety procedures during work activities.
  • Utilised power tools effectively to assist with job completion.
  • Demonstrated reliability by arriving punctually to work sites.
  • Conducted inspections of work areas to uphold safety standards.
  • Performed general maintenance on equipment to ensure operational reliability.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading of supplies to maintain site logistics.
  • Completed projects within given timeline through diligent labour efforts.
  • Reported material needs to avoid shortages and reduce waste.

Education

GCSEs -

Weston Road High School
Stafford, Staffordshire
1988.09 - 1992.09

NVQ Level 1 - IT & Computer science

Stafford college
Stafford, Staffordshire
1992.09 - 1994.02

Skills

  • Operational efficiency
  • Team motivation
  • Task prioritisation
  • Deadline adherence
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Proactive approach
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Communication skills
  • Customer Service
  • Product knowledge
  • Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer liaison

Certification

SSTS

CSCS

IPAF

First Aid

Manual Handling Certified

Full UK driving Licence

Timeline

Supervisor

Asafe UK Ltd
2014.06 - Current

Site supervisor

Wayman fabrications
2010.04 - 2014.06

Construction site supervisor

Lowe Engineering LTD
2000.05 - 2010.09

Skilled labourer

J.WOOD Builders LTD
1994.03 - 2000.02

NVQ Level 1 - IT & Computer science

Stafford college
1992.09 - 1994.02

GCSEs -

Weston Road High School
1988.09 - 1992.09
Darren Wood