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Jason Brown

Northwich,Cheshire

Summary

I am a hardworking individual with extensive experience in grounds and building care. I use initiative and multitasking abilities to meet varying premises management needs, prioritised establishment safety and security for reliable caretaking support.

With a background in social work and deep understanding of children's needs. Demonstrates talent for building positive relationships with children and families and experienced in managing crises.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Builder

Cheshire Property Repairs
Northwick

Builder

Cheshire Property Repairs
Northwich, Cheshire
02.2020 - 12.2023
  • Prepared fencing, posts and panels to required standards.
  • Assessed building plans, requesting parts and materials required to complete work.
  • Carried out work at heights using ladders, scaffolding and worked in confined spaces, following all safety procedures.
  • Offered multi-trade services for house building projects.
  • Shared carpentry and joinery skills across team.
  • Coordinated building material deliveries to maintain adequate supplies at all times and minimise production delays.
  • Looked after tools, materials and equipment, making available for use when required.
  • Refurbished commercial and residential buildings.
  • Communicated with customers and quickly built rapport to arrange and complete work.
  • Dug underground drainage and repaired collapsed pipework.
  • Prepped and cleaned construction areas at start and end of working day.
  • Delivered high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout construction process.

Site Manager

Lyons Holiday Parks
Rhyl, Denbighshire
08.2006 - 11.2019
  • Assessed areas and performed quality control to minimise risks.
  • Minimised defects through inspections and process reviews.
  • Facilitated successful Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector visits.
  • Coordinated supply chain and procurement processes to meet budget needs.
  • Controlled costs allocated for plant, labour and materials.
  • Established work schedules and assignments for employees, maintaining area staffing levels at all times.
  • Kept workforce in compliance with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring activities.
  • Examined equipment and reported damages and danger to manager.
  • Administered site diary with comprehensive visitor, meeting and incident logs.
  • Contributed to round table discussions with directors to help resolve safety, compliance and overall maintenance issues.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to comply with safety guidelines.
  • Managed and led team of 80+ staff to continuously achieve and exceed KPI targets.
  • Collaborated with designers and subcontractors to fulfil project goals.
  • Managed and led team of 80+ staff to continuously achieve and exceed KPI targets.
  • Maintained clean environment by removing hazardous materials.
  • Implemented method statements and risk assessment reporting.
  • Held regular team briefings to communicate project goals and expectations.
  • Fostered positive team culture, promoting collaboration and strong work ethic among site staff.
  • Liaised with project stakeholders to address concerns for project success.
  • Responded promptly to site issues with optimum solutions to prevent delays.

Foster carer

Cheshire West and Chester Council
northwich, cheshire
11.2005 - 08.2014
  • Provided 24-hour day to day care of infants to adolescents to manage daily needs.
  • Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
  • Carried out child care plans whilst maintaining awareness of children's changing needs.
  • Collaborated with supervising social worker and reviewing officers for optimal care.
  • Responded to behavioural crisis situations, applying least restrictive intervention methods.
  • Set fair boundaries with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
  • Facilitated further skill development by providing effective mentoring in life skills.
  • Remembered children's life history by saving mementos, keepsakes and photographs.
  • Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
  • Participated in community events and activities to encourage regular interaction for more stability.
  • Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openness.
  • Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
  • Contributed to achieving positive outcomes of permanency plans by actively participating in court hearings.
  • Fostered accepting, respectful and warm environment to establish safety and security for children.
  • Logged significant events throughout placement and contributed to reviews, case conferences and court hearings.
  • Met ongoing medical needs of children by coordinating with specialists.
  • Attended therapy appointments and implemented advised strategies to enhance care.
  • Supervised contact arrangements to oversee smooth process.
  • Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.

General farm worker

Various
Nantwich, Cheshire
07.1995 - 04.2004
  • Carried out milking duties in strict accordance with farm protocols.
  • Performed general crop husbandry across variety of different crops including soft fruits and salads.
  • Helped with surplus seasonal tractor work to ensure farm met production targets.
  • Monitored herd health, moved cows and fed youngstock to help promote high standards of cow welfare.
  • Developed skills working with livestock including native cattle and rare breed pigs.
  • Prepared field for planting using small machinery and light tools such as manual ploughs and millers.
  • Gained 15 years' experience driving tractors and various Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs).
  • Operated forklift and bobcat to carry out mucking out duties.
  • Maintained flexible schedule to work and provide cover across 3 daily shifts.
  • Contributed to housekeeping duties by undertaking daily general upkeep duties to maintain site, buildings and equipment.
  • Skilfully harvested various crops including oats, rape and barley in line with agreed schedules.
  • Provided feedback to farmers regarding issues and problems encountered on farm.
  • Put agricultural products on trucks and drove trucks to storage facilities or markets.
  • Loaded and unloaded livestock to transport to correct destinations.
  • Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
  • Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches to minimise high flows and erosion.
  • Repaired and maintained farm vehicles, implements and mechanical equipment.
  • Monitored farm progress and kept accurate records.

Delivery supervisor

express dairies
northwich, cheshire
09.1990 - 06.1995
  • Oversaw records covering purchasing transactions, distribution flow and stock storage.
  • Directed daily operations to achieve maximum output and reduce costs.
  • Assessed staff and team performance and regularly actioned insights to fuel improvement.
  • Adjusted inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.
  • Managed resources to yield high Return On Investment (ROI), raising cost-effectiveness.
  • Coordinated dispatching of transport vehicles distributing goods across Cheshire.
  • Tracked storage levels and controlled stock to meet supplier requirements and fulfill contract terms.
  • Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.

Refuse collector

Cheshire County Council
Northwich, Cheshire
04.1988 - 08.1990
  • Cleaned accidental spillages such as broken glass to maintain public health and safety.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with team members to maximise collection efficiency.
  • Maintained good levels of physical fitness to deliver necessary walking and lifting duties.
  • Carefully replaced customer boxes, bags and bins outside relevant properties.
  • Manually collected, lifted and emptied bins in lieu of machinery as needed.
  • Collected refuse from 500 + properties per day.
  • Strictly adhered to health and safety regulations for optimised staff wellbeing and company compliance.
  • Worked as a team to provide efficient, professional roadside refuse collection service.
  • Emptied lorry bins and sorted waste for relevant depot locations.

Education

Youth Training Scheme - Caretaker

Wallerscote Primary School
Northwich
1987 - 1987

CSE O Level - High School

Weaverham High School
Northwich
09.1982 - 05.1987

Skills

  • Contractor management
  • Concreting
  • Carpentry
  • Site risk assessments
  • Worksite management
  • Tool maintenance
  • Ground preparation
  • Sub-contractor sourcing
  • Rate negotiations
  • Labour and equipment management
  • Building repair and maintenance
  • HGV1 2, forklift, stacker truck and digger licences


Timeline

Builder

Cheshire Property Repairs
02.2020 - 12.2023

Site Manager

Lyons Holiday Parks
08.2006 - 11.2019

Foster carer

Cheshire West and Chester Council
11.2005 - 08.2014

General farm worker

Various
07.1995 - 04.2004

Delivery supervisor

express dairies
09.1990 - 06.1995

Refuse collector

Cheshire County Council
04.1988 - 08.1990

CSE O Level - High School

Weaverham High School
09.1982 - 05.1987

Builder

Cheshire Property Repairs

Youth Training Scheme - Caretaker

Wallerscote Primary School
1987 - 1987

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