Gary lockett
derby,Derbyshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in construction and steelwork, demonstrating proficiency in power tool use, structural assembly, and welding techniques. Adept at maintaining site cleanliness and ensuring safety compliance through rigorous adherence to health and safety procedures. Skilled in interpreting drawings, crane signalling, and precision measurement, contributing to efficient material handling and alignment adjustments. Committed to enhancing worksite safety protocols while excelling in client communication and team collaboration. Career goals include advancing into senior site supervision roles to further drive operational excellence and risk management.
Reliable professional with proactive mindset, ready to excel as Site Operative. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and teamwork skills, coupled with solid understanding of health and safety protocols. Committed to ensuring smooth operations and achieving high-quality results on site.
Offering strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, combined with solid understanding of health and safety protocols. Knowledgeable about operating basic site equipment and supporting site operations with enthusiasm and reliability. Ready to use and develop organisational, time management, and technical skills in site operative role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Site operative
B&K Hybrid Solutions
Derby, Derbyshire
08.1998 - 12.2025
- Attended professional development training sessions for continuous skill improvement.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors for accuracy in task execution.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials, preventing shortages or delays in work process.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by practising waste management techniques on site.
- Utilised heavy machinery for ground preparation tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials, aiding in timely completion of projects.
- Maintained tidy work area to improve efficiency on site.
- Performed daily checks on personal protective equipment to maintain safety standards.
- Facilitated smooth operation of site by coordinating delivery of materials.
- Assisted in building structures to enhance project progress.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship whilst adhering to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Enabled project completion within tight deadlines by working extended hours when needed.
- Conducted thorough inspections of equipment, ensuring maximum operational efficiency.
- Ensured site safety by complying with all Health and Safety regulations.
- Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
- Stored, maintained and cleaned construction equipment.
- Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.
- Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
- Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
- Maintained tools and equipment in proper working order, storing items properly to reduce wear and damage.
- Safely loaded and unloaded daily deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.
- Kept safe, organised workspaces by closely monitoring site operations.
- Followed written and verbal work instructions to verify task requirements.
- Sorted construction waste to properly dispose of refuse, recyclables, and hazardous materials.
- Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.
- Improved site workflow, performing building, construction and assembly duties quickly and accurately.
- Reported material needs to avoid shortages and reduce waste.
- Identified worksite hazards and remedied or escalated to reduce risks.
- Shovelled concrete into construction area.
- Communicated with equipment operators via verbal cues and hand signals to support safe movement.
- Directed site traffic to guide deliveries, equipment and visitors to correct areas.
- Kept site areas clear and tidy for minimised risk.
- Operated various hand-held tools safely.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations on site at all times.
- Carried out designated tasks quickly to support timely project completion.
- Stored materials and equipment safely to prevent loss or damage.
- Reported risks and hazards to supervisor.
- Unloaded construction material deliveries, locating items in relevant site storage.
- Maintained excellent fitness levels to meet labour and lifting demands.
- Prepared and cleaned-up sites for timely project execution.
- Supported construction teams with reliable tools and materials preparations.
Education
English & Maths -
Noel Baker
Derby 09/1978 - 09/1982
Skills
- Use of power tools
- Site cleanliness maintenance
- In-Depth material knowledge
- Steelwork inspection
- Steel cutting
- Structural understanding
- Crane signalling
- Bolt tightening
- Equipment maintenance awareness
- Worksite safety protocols
- Material lifting
- Use of laser levels
- Adjustment for alignment
- Precision measurement
- Precise measuring
- Fabrication knowledge
- Safety compliance
- Manual handling
- Client communication
- Compliance adherence
- Health and safety procedures
- Site supervision
- Risk assessing
- Power tool proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Structural assembly
- Beam installation
- Joining and fixing
- Welding techniques
- Reinforcing steel in situ
- Working at heights
- Off site construction
- Team player
- Attention to Detail
- First aid training
- Precision welding
- Manual welding
- Abrasive wheel cutting
- Rotabroach cutting
- Health and safety management
- Waste disposal management
- Interpreting drawings
Affiliations
- wildlife photographer and walking
Certification
just passed my cpc professional driver
steel erector level 3 card
slinger/signaller card
edge protection card
mobile vertical & mobile boom card
level 2 chainsaw maintenance and cross cutting
Timeline
Site operative
B&K Hybrid Solutions
08.1998 - 12.2025
English & Maths -
Noel Baker
09/1978 - 09/1982