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Glen Blackford

Summary

Experienced driver with a comprehensive understanding of road laws . Skilled in waste management, planning, and executing multi-drop routes efficiently. Holds a professional driving licence and basic first aid certification. Proficient in order picking, sorting, and stock return procedures. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and operational excellence while seeking opportunities for career change

once a skilled baker and bakery manager at a store of learning.

a basic knowledge of scaffolding

also good at painting and various property maintenance jobs

good gardener and landscaper

knowledge of antiques and collectables.

great knowledge of music

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

farm worker

farm hygiene services
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
01.2021 - 01.2025

clearing of chicken shed waste

taking apart and rebuilding of chicken shed

cleaning of machines and floor

Maintenance assistant

clearway
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • cleaned moss off roofs repaired roof tiles chimney and ridge tiles
  • Used hand and power tools proficiently whilst carrying out duties.
  • Followed strict maintenance schedules, guaranteeing regular review of machinery.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns to avoid operational delay.
  • painting
  • gutterwork
  • some brickwork
  • jet washing
  • scaffold erection
  • Improved safety with regular preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Assisted senior maintenance staff, increasing workflow efficiency.

driver

Ocado
, Luton
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
  • Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
  • Navigated through heavy traffic whilst maintaining composure.
  • Showcased strong ability to handle high pressure situations calmly during peak hours.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness for a professional appearance.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resulted in improved client relations.
  • Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with clients, fostered positive relationships.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.

hear to clear driver waste company hippo

hippowaste
, portsmouth
03.2013 - 01.2024
  • Resolved logistical issues swiftly to ensure on-time deliveries.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and shortcuts via diligent planning.
  • Delivered goods safely by adhering to strict road safety rules.
  • Ensured prompt delivery of parcels by utilising effective navigation skills.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
  • Conducted basic vehicle maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-friendly driving habits.
  • driver of the year 2019 highest productivity
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

house clearance

gb services
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
07.2008 - 03.2013
  • Upheld client privacy whilst providing professional cleaning services in personal spaces such as bedrooms and studies.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, resulting in efficient completion of all duties.
  • Created pleasant living environments by washing windows inside and out.
  • cleared house garages lofts gardens waste mgmt
  • self employed basis
  • built up a customer base

Trainee scaffolder

erectsafe
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Understood blueprints of structure before starting the task to avoid errors.
  • Attended training sessions regularly for professional growth and development.
  • Coordinated with other staff members to streamline operations.
  • Ensured safety at site by establishing secure scaffolding.
  • learn method statements
  • learn the basics of scaffolding
  • main duty driving a 7.5 ton lorry and loading and unloading
  • learned the basic skills to eventually erect a scaffold around 3 houses 3 boarded lifts with a loading bay by myself
  • Assisted in scaffold erection for increased work productivity.

Bakery manager

Asda
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
01.1997 - 08.2002
  • Negotiated with suppliers for cost-effective procurement of baking ingredients.
  • Supervised a team of bakers, promoting efficiency in the workplace.
  • Managed daily bakery operations, ensuring smooth workflow.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new hires, improving skills base.
  • production planning
  • bake a full range of bakery products from scratch
  • cakes and pastries
  • training of colleagues
  • health and hygiene training
  • store of learning training
  • colleague management
  • Ensured consistent quality by strictly following recipe instructions and production schedules.
  • Assisted with development of innovative baked goods, enhancing product range.
  • Handled cash transactions, maintained accurate records for accounting purposes.

Education

GCSEs - maths english german design and tech art science english literature

school
Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
09.1989 - 05.1994

NVQ Level 1,2 bakery and patisserie - bakery

West Herts College
Watford
09.1994 - 08.1996

Skills

  • driving licence
  • Understanding of road laws
  • waste management and recycling
  • planning of jobs, method statements
  • Basic first aid certification
  • Multi-drop routes with a food delivery company
  • Order picking and sorting and Stock return procedures
  • bakery and pastry chef
  • painter and decorator
  • house clearance
  • worked at a family butchers for 2 years
  • completed a candle making course
  • trained in asbestos removal
  • trained in needle disposal and awareness
  • basic and advanced health and hygiene course

Timeline

Maintenance assistant

clearway
07.2024 - 12.2024

driver

Ocado
04.2024 - 07.2024

farm worker

farm hygiene services
01.2021 - 01.2025

hear to clear driver waste company hippo

hippowaste
03.2013 - 01.2024

house clearance

gb services
07.2008 - 03.2013

Trainee scaffolder

erectsafe
01.2002 - 01.2006

Bakery manager

Asda
01.1997 - 08.2002

NVQ Level 1,2 bakery and patisserie - bakery

West Herts College
09.1994 - 08.1996

GCSEs - maths english german design and tech art science english literature

school
09.1989 - 05.1994
Glen Blackford