Dylan Mcfarlane
Penicuik,Midlothian
Summary
Skilled craftsman with expertise in door and window fitting, known for precision craftsmanship and adherence to deadlines. Demonstrates patience with detailed work and maintains equipment to ensure optimal performance. Excellent communication skills enhance collaboration and project success, aiming to contribute to high-quality construction projects.
Dedicated individual with excellent work ethic seeks joinery role for practical trade experience. Proactive and productive to meet demands of busy manufacturing teams. Learns quickly for helpful, dependable team support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Joiner/Carpentry Apprentice
Russell Joinery
Livingston, West Lothian
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Installed doors, windows, stairs, resulting in improved property aesthetics.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale projects smoothly.
- Utilised hand and power tools efficiently, ensuring fine finishes on products.
- Ensured project completion within deadlines with meticulous time management skills.
- Constructed wooden frameworks for new building projects contributing to successful completions.
- Upheld company standards by consistently delivering quality services.
- Measured and marked out materials with accuracy for precise cuts and joints.
Joiner/carpenter apprentice
Amey
Edinburgh, Lothian
2021.05 - 2026.01
- Upheld company standards by consistently delivering quality services.
- Installed doors, windows, resulting in improved property aesthetics.
- Utilised hand and power tools efficiently, ensuring fine finishes on products.
- Measured and marked out materials with accuracy for precise cuts and joints.
- Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
- Cut wood on machines or by hand depending on complexity of design.
- Cleared away debris and removed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
School Janitor Trainee
Kick Starter
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
2021.06 - 2021.12
- Liaised effectively with the management about any repair work needed; enabled prompt action preventing further damage.
- Kept outdoor spaces clean by regular litter pickup from playgrounds and sports fields-contributed towards a pleasant external environment.
- Responded quickly to spills or accidents; ensured immediate resolution reducing potential hazards.
- Managed waste properly to promote environmental sustainability.
- Abided by health and safety regulations, ensured safer environment for all pupils and staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues on larger maintenance jobs, achieved effective completion of tasks at hand.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Carpentry and Joinery (Construction): Site Carpentry SCQF Level 6
West Lothian College
Livingston, West LothianNational 4 - Art and Design
Beeslack High School
EdinburghCity and Guilds - Servicing and Testing Requirements of Thermostatic Mixing Valves
PPL Training
Livingston, West LothianScottish Qualifications Certificate - Professional Development Award Carpentry and Joinery SCQF Level 6
West Lothian College
Livingston, West LothianScottish Qualifications Certificate - Health and Safety in a Construction Environment SCQF Level4
West Lothian College
Livingston, West LothianNational 5 - Physical Education
Beeslack High school
EdinburghNational 4 - Design and Manufacture
Beeslack High School
EdinburghNational 4 - English
Beeslack High School
EdinburghNational 4 - German
Beeslack High School
EdinburghNational 4 - Mathematics
Beeslack High School
EdinburghNational 4 - Physics
Beeslack High School
EdinburghNational 3 - History
Beeslack High School
EdinburghScottish Qualifications Certificate - Employability Award SCQF Level 4
Street League
EdinburghScottish Qualifications Certificate - Wellbeing Award SCQF Level 4
Street League
EdinburghSkills
- Door and window fitting
- Deadline adherence
- Patience with detailed work
- Precision craftsmanship
- Equipment Maintenance
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Joiner/Carpentry Apprentice
Russell Joinery
2026.01 - 2026.06
School Janitor Trainee
Kick Starter
2021.06 - 2021.12
Joiner/carpenter apprentice
Amey
2021.05 - 2026.01
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Carpentry and Joinery (Construction): Site Carpentry SCQF Level 6
West Lothian College
City and Guilds - Servicing and Testing Requirements of Thermostatic Mixing Valves
PPL Training
National 4 - Art and Design
Beeslack High School
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Professional Development Award Carpentry and Joinery SCQF Level 6
West Lothian College
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Health and Safety in a Construction Environment SCQF Level4
West Lothian College
National 5 - Physical Education
Beeslack High school
National 4 - Design and Manufacture
Beeslack High School
National 4 - English
Beeslack High School
National 4 - German
Beeslack High School
National 4 - Mathematics
Beeslack High School
National 4 - Physics
Beeslack High School
National 3 - History
Beeslack High School
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Employability Award SCQF Level 4
Street League
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Wellbeing Award SCQF Level 4
Street League