Gary Cooke
Bristol,Bristol
Summary
With background in hands-on construction roles, I bring solid foundation in woodworking and keen eye for detail. Skilled in problem-solving and collaborating effectively with colleagues, creating functional and aesthetically pleasing structures. Committed to learning and growing in trade, always eager to take on new challenges and deliver high-quality craftsmanship.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter and Joiner
Create Carpentry Ltd
Bristol
2013.12 - Current
- Lead and manage operations at Create Carpentry Ltd.
- Operate full-time as site-based carpenter
- Engage clients, provide project quotations, adhere to timelines, and manage materials ordering and invoicing processes.
- Possess extensive experience in Health & Safety management on site for personnel and employees.
- Executed diverse projects encompassing commercial new builds, office refits, restaurant and shop fit-outs, and secure assignments on MOD Army and Naval bases.
Working shopfitting carpenter
various
various
1998.06 - 2013.11
- Site supervisor and shopfitting carpenter
- Collaborated with diverse retail outlets across UK and Europe, including high-end jewellery shops, restaurants and pubs.
- Executed all projects from initial rip-out phase to client handover, ensuring timely completion
- Executed high standards of craftsmanship, coordinated multiple trades, managed dynamic timescales, and facilitated client interactions to ensure smooth handovers.
Education
carpentry & joinery
Brunel technical collage
Bristol1986
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Health and safety compliance
- Project management
- Material sourcing
Certification
- Time served carpentry & joinery Apprenticeship
- Gold CSCS card
- Asbestos awareness trained
- Enhanced DBS checked
- SC MOD clearance
- B M Trada certified fire door installer
Timeline
Carpenter and Joiner
Create Carpentry Ltd
2013.12 - Current
Working shopfitting carpenter
various
1998.06 - 2013.11
carpentry & joinery
Brunel technical collage