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Derek Travers
Bromley,Kent
Summary
With strong foundation in hands-on work and problem-solving skills, I bring practical approach to carpentry. My background in teamwork and effective communication ensures seamless collaboration on projects. I am highly adaptable and always eager to learn new techniques, showing commitment to delivering quality craftsmanship. Trustworthy Managing Director/ Carpenter with 45 years of practical experience and dedicated work ethic. Self-motivated to consistently provide first-class results in line with stringent targets and deadlines.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Lanview Limited
Lower Sydenham, London
06.1990 - 09.2025
- Owned strategy and policy development to address organisational needs and improvement areas.
- Drove ongoing compliance with regulations and internal requirements across the organisation.
- Chose and coached senior staff to build a stronger leadership bench.
- Led team performance management to exceed targets, grow revenue, expand markets.
- Championed customer improvement actions that delivered 95% positive client survey feedback.
- Owned delivery governance for construction operations to protect quality.
- Set clear expectations and accountable pathways to achieve operational outcomes.
- Approved team and materials allocation for departments and specific projects.
- Used construction analysis to shape financial research for deals and contract negotiations.
Carpenter
Self Employed
London and Home Counties
09.1984 - 05.1990
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Installed wooden structures such as doors, windows, and cabinets, ensuring precision and functionality.
- Safely prepared, cut and installed structures using hand and power tools.
- Conducted inspections, repairs and maintenance on wooden structures, restoring to excellent condition.
- Stayed in line with health and safety requirements throughout building and construction by wearing personal protective equipment.
- Ordered materials and made material stock recommendations.
- Delivered projects within allocated timeframes and budgets, enhancing client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Conducted on-site measurements and assessments to provide accurate quotes for potential projects, improving client trust.
Apprentice Carpenter & Joiner
Taylor Woodrow
Ruislip London
09.1980 - 09.1984
- Constructed consistently square and level projects.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Enhanced working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
Education
City & Guilds. - Carpentry & Joinery
Willesden College
London01-1983
GCSEs x 5 No - Secondary School
Bishop Challoner School
Bromley, BRY01-1980
Skills
- Construction operations
- Client relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Policy development
- Resource allocation
- Performance management
- Team building
- Risk assessment
- Decision making
- Business process improvement
- Performance driving
- Research and Development
- Quality control standards understanding
- Executive presence
- Technical proficiency
- Supply chain management
- Programme oversight
- Product development expertise
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
Interests
Timeline
Managing Director
Lanview Limited
06.1990 - 09.2025
Carpenter
Self Employed
09.1984 - 05.1990
Apprentice Carpenter & Joiner
Taylor Woodrow
09.1980 - 09.1984
City & Guilds. - Carpentry & Joinery
Willesden College
GCSEs x 5 No - Secondary School
Bishop Challoner School