Declan Kelly
Runcorn,Halton
Summary
Reliable, professional individual dedicated to delivering quality results with strong attention to detail. Quick learner adept at completing tasks within established timeframes. Proven ability to uphold cleanliness and safety standards while maintaining a keen eye for detail. Solid foundation in buffing experience with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Car valeter
Windsors
Wallasey, Wirral
2024.05 - Current
- Achieved consistent and high-quality valeting results through improving my skill set and knowledge on valeting procedures.
- Delivered tailored valeting services for diverse car models, ensuring each vehicle's unique needs were met.
- Transformed vehicle appearance through expert hand polishing and proficient operation of rotary buffers.
- Recommended customised cleaning procedures based on comprehensive assessments of car conditions, achieving optimal results.
- Demonstrated exceptional professionalism while retrieving guest vehicles, ensuring safe and efficient driving.
- Executed careful operation of manual and automatic vehicles, ensuring attention to detail at all times.
- Utilised protective agents to significantly improve and maintain vehicle aesthetics.
- Restored vehicle paint by effectively eliminating stains and scratches, enhancing overall appearance.
Car valeter
Direct Valeting
Prescot, Knowsley
2023.09 - 2024.04
- Achieved customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicles by thorough interior and exterior cleaning.
- Utilised professional valeting equipment for optimal results.
- Completed detailed inspections before valeting to assess condition of vehicles.
- Used vacuum cleaners and shampooers on car upholstery and carpets.
- Ensured safety standards whilst handling hazardous cleaning chemicals.
- Maintained a clean, organised workspace for efficient operation.
- Developed familiarity with various car models and their unique valeting needs.
- Developed familiarity with various car models and their unique valeting needs.
- Operated under tight schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Prioritised tasks efficiently during busy periods.
Storeman
Algeco
Warrington
2023.01 - 2023.09
- Established storeroom layout from scratch, ensuring efficiency and safety.
- Sorted previous stock, discarding unusable items and salvaging viable products.
- Updated inventory system regularly for real-time tracking of goods.
- Complied with health and safety/ COSH regulations to promote a safe working environment.
- Organised stock effectively, enhancing ease of access.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure accurate stock control.
- Verified incoming deliveries against purchase orders for accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness in the warehouse by adhering to strict standards.
- Assisted during annual stock take to ensure accurate reporting.
- Filed paperwork accurately for up-to-date records.
- Monitored stock levels to facilitate timely reorders.
- Travelled to offsite cabins to supply and assemble furniture.
Yard Operative
Algeco (Formerly ProComm)
Warrington
2022.02 - 2023.01
- Stripped cabins of panels and sorted materials into separate categories.
- Removed vinyl flooring with a walk-behind powered floor scraper.
- Cleaned existing vinyl flooring when viable using an orbital buffer and harsh degreasing chemicals while adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Re-fitted vinyl flooring according to established standards.
- Sanded cabin frames and panels using an orbital sander.
- Inspected inbound cabins and evaluated necessary restoration work.
- Painted cabins by hand with brush and roller to ensure standards were met.
Skills
- Vehicle valeting
- Valeting equipment knowledge
- Polishing and buffing experience
- Communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Eagerness to learn and expand current knowledge and skills
Timeline
Car valeter
Windsors
2024.05 - Current
Car valeter
Direct Valeting
2023.09 - 2024.04
Storeman
Algeco
2023.01 - 2023.09
Yard Operative
Algeco (Formerly ProComm)
2022.02 - 2023.01