Guy Sharman
Stamford,Lincs
Summary
A highly motivated, multi-skilled plumbing and heating professional with over 18 years' experience in the construction industry, seeking a career change into train driving.
Owner of own business, offering strong foundation of transferable skills, including leadership, decision-making and risk-management. Able to work independently while maintaining a high level of customer service and adhering to strict safety standards.
Outside of work, interests in amateur dramatics and musicals have honed skills in teamwork, communication and the ability to adapt under pressure.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Owner
SHARMAN PLUMBING & HEATING
Stamford, Lincolnshire
01.2012 - 01.2026
- Sole trading plumbing and heating engineer of own company.
- Manage daily operations, including sending quotes, managing work diary and issuing invoices to ensure smooth running of the business.
- Deliver high standards of service by diagnosing issues promptly and precisely, following up with high-quality installations and maintenance.
- Develop strong rapport with clients, contractors and other industry professionals through regular communication that ensures clarity and alignment of work objectives.
Partner
B&G Plumbing & Electrical Services
Ketton, Rutland
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Oversaw the plumbing division of the company.
- Project managed bathroom refurbishments, organising trades and materials.
- Responsible for inspecting, replacing or repairing pipe-work and components
- Prepared written work cost estimates and negotiated contracts with clients.
- Invoicing completed projects.
Apprenticeship
Clipston's Plumbing & Heating
Stamford, Lincolnshire
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Learnt new skills and adapted to situations quickly through hands-on, practical experience.
- Assisted senior members of the team with complete installations and refurbishments.
- Carried out basic diagnostic tests on domestic hot and cold systems.
- Learned the importance of health and safety on a building site, implementing them on a daily basis.
Factory production worker
Newage AVK SEG
Stamford, Lincolnshire
08.2004 - 01.2006
- Regularly worked 12hr rotating shifts including weekends, bank holidays and nights.
- Assisted in assembly line operations, working independently to meet production targets.
- Followed strict health and safety procedures and quality control checks to ensure delivery of consistent product standard over long shifts.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Plumbing, Heating & Gas Work
City and Guilds
Grantham, LincolnshireNVQ Level 3 - Plumbing, Heating & Gas Work
City and Guilds
Grantham, LincolnshireA-Levels - Drama and Theatre Studies
The Rutland College
Oakham, RutlandGCSEs -
Casterton Community College
Casterton, RutlandSkills
- Strong customer facing and communication skills
- Attention to detail and safety awareness
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Time-management and organisation
- Ability to both collaborate and work autonomously where necessary
REFERENCES
Available on request
Timeline
Owner
SHARMAN PLUMBING & HEATING
01.2012 - 01.2026
Partner
B&G Plumbing & Electrical Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
Apprenticeship
Clipston's Plumbing & Heating
01.2006 - 01.2009
Factory production worker
Newage AVK SEG
08.2004 - 01.2006
NVQ Level 3 - Plumbing, Heating & Gas Work
City and Guilds
NVQ Level 3 - Plumbing, Heating & Gas Work
City and Guilds
A-Levels - Drama and Theatre Studies
The Rutland College
GCSEs -
Casterton Community College