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Jack Dawson

Basingstoke

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with over 2 years’ experience in a control room environment, complemented by a strong background in customer service, hospitality and construction management. Demonstrates strong communication, record-keeping and organisational skills, effectively managing pressure while ensuring accuracy and high standards. Committed to contributing positively to team success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Car Park Control Room Operator

HUB Parking Technology
Basingstoke
2024.02 - Current
  • Answered and resolved intercom calls in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Maintained accurate logs by recording information gathered through the intercom system.
  • Worked closely with the Technical Team and Customer Response Centre to report and escalate on-site equipment faults.
  • Monitored live sites and responded appropriately to issues as they arose.
  • Carried out administrative duties as required.
  • Processed PCNs, carrying out thorough checks to ensure parking charges were issued to the correct vehicles.
  • Provided additional administrative support to management, taking on extra tasks and responsibilities as required.
  • Assisted with wider operational and administrative duties, helping maintain efficiency across the team.
  • Complied with company policies and procedures at all times.
  • Supported the company in maintaining quality standards.
  • Promoted and protected the company’s image and reputation at all times.
  • Provided a high level of customer service, seeking manager support when necessary.
  • Kept up to date with technical training on all systems.
  • Maintained a safe, neat and tidy workplace, protecting staff and company assets.
  • Complied with the company’s Health & Safety policy at all times and reported any concerns to management.
  • Communicated effectively across all departments.
  • Fulfilled any other duties and responsibilities agreed from time to time.

Park Cleaner

Leicester City Council
Leicester
2023.07 - 2023.08

• Actively support environmental initiatives and document any environmental concerns.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while carrying out all tasks.
• Collaborate seamlessly with maintenance teams to uphold the park’s cleanliness and appeal.
• Diligently collect litter, ensuring the park maintains a clean and inviting atmosphere.
• Preserve the condition of park amenities, such as benches and play equipment, and report any issues promptly.
• Provide courteous assistance to park visitors, addressing queries and concerns professionally.
• Regularly inspect and maintain waste bins, guaranteeing their cleanliness and functionality.
• Report instances of graffiti, vandalism, or damage for swift action and resolution.
• Uphold the cleanliness and operational status of park cleaning equipment.

Host & Supervisor

Tsuki Japanese Restaurant
Sheffield
2019.08 - 2020.03

• Amending/developing Tsuki Restaurant Management System.
• Being the face of the restaurant, keeping a warm smile and dressed professionally.
• Ensuring employees understand operational priorities.
• Plan and coordinate several different services of the restaurant on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Provided outstanding customer care, aligning with the organisation’s commitment to excellent service.
• Managed phone calls, emails and walk-ins, and processed payments for reservations and gift cards.
• Setting a positive, comfortable, high-class atmosphere.
• Ushering guests to their tables, seating them and briefing them on how to order.

Trainee Estimator & Quantity Surveyor

Gelder Group
Lincoln
2018.05 - 2019.05

• Arranging and attending meetings with clients, suppliers and staff.
• Creating and maintaining appropriate filing systems for current jobs and previously submitted tenders.
• Creating SOW and BOQ.
• Estimating, competitive pricing and cost planning.
• Maintained a keen eye for detail and consistently delivered accurate results.
• Site surveys assessing project aspects.
• Utilised exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey information to various stakeholders.

Trainee Estimator & Quantity Surveyor

Palmer Construction
Barnsley
2017.12 - 2018.05

• Arranging and attending meetings with clients, suppliers and staff.
• Estimating and creating BOQ.
• Practised and worked with Conquest & Microsoft Office suite.
• Sending enquiries for materials, plant and subcontractors.
• Tender document preparation.

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

FME Property Solutions
Sheffield
2015.07 - 2017.12

• Cost accounting for labour, plant and materials used by the company.
• Creating and reading work schedules to coordinate engineers successfully.
• Gained experience in billing and final accounts.
• Managing and creating work schedules for the quotation team.
• Provided accurate quotations using different pricing mechanisms for small to medium-sized jobs including fabric, mechanical, electrical and FRA works.
• Ran reports for other colleagues and managers to work from.
• Shadowed the construction team in the tender process from receiving official documents, site surveys and pricing of the documents.

Warehouse Operative

Aldi
Brisley, Norfolk
2014.11 - 2015.07

• Achieved Health and Safety/Works Champion status, serving as a trusted intermediary for colleagues’ employment concerns and successfully liaising with senior management for resolutions.
• Completed office roles in the warehouse, such as counting stock, checking people in and keeping records up to date.
• Completed orders by picking and packing pallets using plant and cutting devices.

Royal Marines Recruit

Royal Navy
Exeter
2011.06 - 2013.05

Customer Service & Sales

Sports Direct
Barnsley
2011.06 - 2013.03

• Completed opening up and closing down the store.
• Delivered exceptional service to customers through face-to-face conversation, including helping customers find the correct product and offering alternatives.
• Worked as Shoe Department Supervisor.
• Worked on the tills handling cash and payments.
• Worked towards key performance indicators.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Quantity Surveying

Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield
09/2015 - 08/2019

BTEC Extended Level 3 Diploma - Sport Management & Leadership

Barnsley College
Barnsley
06/2011 - 06/2013

GCSEs - English, Math, Science, Sports, History

Pope Pius X
Rotherham
09/2005 - 06/2010

Skills

  • Administrative skills
    Attention to detail
    Microsoft Office proficiency
    Organisational skills
    Teamwork
    Excellent communication skills
    Experience interpreting clients’ requirements
    Full UK driving licence
    Problem-solving skills
    Time management
    Computer skills, including Excel and Word
    Accurate record keeping
    Ability to work calmly under pressure
    Shift work and flexibility
    Strong customer service
    Teamwork and escalation awareness

Affiliations

  • In my spare time, I enjoy walking my dog and staying active. I also place a strong focus on maintaining my mental and physical wellbeing, as well as staying motivated and disciplined in day-to-day life.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Car Park Control Room Operator

HUB Parking Technology
2024.02 - Current

Park Cleaner

Leicester City Council
2023.07 - 2023.08

Host & Supervisor

Tsuki Japanese Restaurant
2019.08 - 2020.03

Trainee Estimator & Quantity Surveyor

Gelder Group
2018.05 - 2019.05

Trainee Estimator & Quantity Surveyor

Palmer Construction
2017.12 - 2018.05

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

FME Property Solutions
2015.07 - 2017.12

Warehouse Operative

Aldi
2014.11 - 2015.07

Royal Marines Recruit

Royal Navy
2011.06 - 2013.05

Customer Service & Sales

Sports Direct
2011.06 - 2013.03

Diploma of Higher Education - Quantity Surveying

Sheffield Hallam University
09/2015 - 08/2019

BTEC Extended Level 3 Diploma - Sport Management & Leadership

Barnsley College
06/2011 - 06/2013

GCSEs - English, Math, Science, Sports, History

Pope Pius X
09/2005 - 06/2010
Jack Dawson