James Hunter
Doncaster,South Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced Facilities Supervisor with a strong background in organisational efficiency and proactive maintenance. Adept in groundskeeping techniques, electrical systems understanding, and repairs and upkeep. Demonstrates reliable decision making, punctuality discipline, and mastery of time management. Skilled in pest control techniques, safety compliance, budget management, and contractor management. Proficient in Legionnaires checks, computer-aided facility management systems, project planning, health and safety regulations, first aid, dynamic risk assessments, fire safety procedures, manual handling techniques, and basic carpentry. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency while calmly managing pressure situations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Property caretaker
Hesley Group
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
01.2022 - Current
- Managing a team of grounds and maintenance operatives.
- Maintaining the fabric of the properties and grounds. Delegating these tasks to the relevant colleagues.
- Planning of projects, including designing, budgeting and putting the project into development.
- Attending meetings
- Coordinated with various contractors for timely completion of major repair works.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by implementing strict guidelines and checks.
- Conducted fire drills routinely, ensuring preparedness during emergencies.
- Direct contractors for site repairs and recorded work performance after completion.
- Hire maintenance workers to service building facilities.
Youth support worker
YMCA
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Coordinated with parents, teachers, social workers for holistic development of youth.
- Built strong relationships with young people by providing emotional support and guidance.
- Initiated fundraising events; generated resources to enhance facility amenities.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies to maintain order within the facility.
- Provided vocational guidance for career planning and future prospects.
- Assisted in conflict resolution, ensured harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Maintained detailed records of each case for regular progress assessment.
- Helped young children to develop critical life skills through educational play.
Coach driver
Dawson's Group Ltd
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered passengers to their destinations on time by following strict schedules.
- Attended periodic training sessions diligently; kept updated with latest industry standards and procedures.
- Followed pre-defined routes strictly; ensured timely arrival at each stop.
- Checked vehicle conditions regularly to prevent breakdowns on the road.
- Adhered to company policies regarding operations, enhancing overall service quality.
- Utilised GPS systems effectively to navigate unfamiliar routes and ensure accurate journey times.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of road conditions for safer driving practices.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections; maintained high standards of safety and reliability.
Prison officer
HM Prison Service
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
10.2004 - 06.2020
- Suppressed disturbances whilst adhering to strict safety regulations.
- Ensured prisoner safety with regular cell checks.
- Responded effectively to emergencies by utilising established protocols.
- Maintained order within prison environment by enforcing rules and regulations.
- Participated in rehabilitation activities to promote reintegration into society.
- Conducted security checks, enhancing overall prison security.
- Assisted in preparation of parole reports for successful offender transition planning.
- Provided first aid treatment when required, ensuring inmate health and wellness.
- Supported inmates with personal issues, assisting their emotional well-being.
- Handled administrative tasks efficiently, facilitating streamlined record keeping.
Education
GCSEs - English, Mathematics, Commerce
Hallcross Comprehensive
Doncaster 09.1985 - 07.1989
Certificate of Higher Education - Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager apprenticeship
Learning Curve Group
Doncaster 08.2024 -
Skills
- Organisational efficiency
- Groundskeeping techniques
- Electrical systems understanding
- Repairs and upkeep
- Punctuality discipline
- Reliable decision making
- Pest control techniques
- Time management mastery
- Proactive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Budget management
- Contractor management
- Legionnaires checks
- Computer-aided facility management systems
- Project planning
- Health and Safety regulations
- First Aid
- Calm under pressure
- Dynamic risk assessments
- Fire safety procedures
- Manual handling techniques
- Basic carpentry
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager apprenticeship
Learning Curve Group
08.2024 -
Property caretaker
Hesley Group
01.2022 - Current
Youth support worker
YMCA
09.2021 - 12.2022
Coach driver
Dawson's Group Ltd
08.2020 - 08.2021
Prison officer
HM Prison Service
10.2004 - 06.2020
GCSEs - English, Mathematics, Commerce
Hallcross Comprehensive
09.1985 - 07.1989
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