Ian Hibberd
Leigh-on-sea,Essex
Summary
A highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in industrial maintenance and construction, demonstrating proficiency in the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and knowledge of Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). Adept at load control, wire rope inspection, and crane maintenance, with a strong focus on safety and precision.
Experienced in ground working, plumbing, woodworking, painting and decorating, landscaping, roofing, concrete mixing, brick and block work. Skilled in mini digger operation, demolition and excavation, paving, power tool operation. Committed to ensuring the highest standards of equipment inspection and maintenance while pursuing opportunities to further enhance technical skills within the industry.
Driven individual with keen eye for detail and commitment to ensuring quality and safety. Possesses strong analytical skills paired with excellent communication abilities. Capable of making significant impact by ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work history
Heavy plant operator
Self Employed
Northfleet, Kent
07.2013 - Current
- Carried out pre-operational checks, ensuring readiness for tasks ahead.
- Improved efficiency through regular maintenance of heavy plant machinery.
- Followed strict health and safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents.
- Ensured safety by following standard operating procedures.
- Maintained clean work area, fostering safer workplace conditions.
- Operated excavators, crawler cranes, loaders, skid steers to complete projects on time.
- Prepared daily logs of machine usage
- Aided in training new operators contributing to team growth.
- Executed emergency repairs minimising machine downtime.
- Adhered strictly to company policies whilst operating heavy plant machinery.
- Carried out daily plant and equipment maintenance.
- Carried out thorough equipment inspections, maintaining consistent productivity in line with site targets.
- Upheld health and safety codes and PPE requirements to minimise accidents and risk.
- Significantly reduced downtime by promptly addressing minor technical issues in cranes.
- Managed communication with ground crew using radio systems, enhancing teamwork on site.
- Inspected crane at beginning and end of every shift to identify any potential faults.
- Increased site safety by regularly maintaining and repairing crane equipment.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
LOLER and PUWER inspector
Self Employed
South of England, South of England
07.2013 - Current
- Drove improvements in site health and safety by carrying out regular inspections.
- Provided detailed reports of findings, contributing to proper follow-up actions.
- Ensured proper maintenance standards by performing routine equipment checks.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Used lifting equipment correctly, ensuring safety at all times.
- Liaised effectively with management, communicated findings clearly and concisely.
- Streamlined inspection processes for quicker problem detection and resolution.
- Reduced downtime by implementing preventative maintenance measures.
- Addressed concerns promptly, ensured minimal disruption to workflow.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by thorough documentation.
- Identified defects in machinery with regular on-site visits.
- Improved plant safety protocols by conducting thorough inspections.
General builder
Self Employed
Leigh-on-sea, ESSEX
06.1991 - 07.2013
- Carried out groundwork operations to prepare construction sites.
- Resolved any structural issues encountered during the building process before they became problematic.
- Conducted site inspections with attention to detail to ensure compliance with building codes.
- Achieved project deadlines with meticulous planning and time management skills.
- Followed architectural plans precisely to build structurally sound buildings.
- Provided excellent customer service through clear communication and respect for client properties.
- Assisted in the design process for bespoke building projects.
- Installed doors, windows, flooring, resulting in well-constructed interiors.
- Worked on renovation projects, bringing old buildings back to life.
- Ensured safety on site by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
- Created durable structures using quality materials and methods.
- Negotiated material costs whilst maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaborated closely with architects for superior end results.
- Utilised modern machinery and tools, improving overall efficiency on site.
- Supervised subcontractors for seamless operation on larger jobsites.
- Liaised directly with clients to discuss project specifications and updates.
- Demonstrated excellent workmanship throughout construction process, from building groundworks to internal finishings.
- Routinely performed minor plumbing, electrical and general repairs.
- Confidently worked at heights of up to 50m.
- Assisted with range of tasks to fulfil construction plans, including bricklaying, paving, roofing, drainage and carpentry.
- Sorted construction waste to properly dispose of refuse, recyclables, and hazardous materials.
- Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Cranes and Specialist Lifting
ProQual
UK 08.2023 -
NVQ Level 2 - Wheeled Loading Shovel
ProQual
UK 08.2023 -
Skid Steer Loader - Plant Operations
South Essex Training Services
UK 02.2023 - 02.2026
Testing and Thorough Inspection of Plant - Plant Machinery
CITB
UK 07.2021 -
Portable Lifting Equipment Inspection - Lifting and Fall Arrest Equipment
Lloyds British
UK 12.2018 -
Craft Certificate in Brickwork - Brickwork
City and Guilds
UK 06.1991 -
Skills
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations ( PUWER ) proficiency
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations ( LOLER ) knowledge
- Load control
- Wire rope inspection
- High concentration
- Inspection of lifting gear
- Slings and shackles usage
- Crane maintenance
- Ground working
- Plumbing
- Woodworking
- Painting and decorating
- Landscaping
- Roofing
- Concrete mixing
- Brick and block work
- Mini digger operation
- Industrial maintenance
- Demolition and excavation
- Paving
- Power tool operation
Affiliations
- Dog Walking, Fishing and camping. I have an old 1969 VW camper which is a hobby in itself keeping it on the road
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NVQ Level 2 - Cranes and Specialist Lifting
ProQual
08.2023 -
NVQ Level 2 - Wheeled Loading Shovel
ProQual
08.2023 -
Skid Steer Loader - Plant Operations
South Essex Training Services
02.2023 - 02.2026
Testing and Thorough Inspection of Plant - Plant Machinery
CITB
07.2021 -
Portable Lifting Equipment Inspection - Lifting and Fall Arrest Equipment
Lloyds British
12.2018 -
Heavy plant operator
Self Employed
07.2013 - Current
LOLER and PUWER inspector
Self Employed
07.2013 - Current
General builder
Self Employed
06.1991 - 07.2013
Craft Certificate in Brickwork - Brickwork
City and Guilds
06.1991 -