Joe Lamb
Darlington,Co Durham
Summary
Construction professional with extensive hands-on experience in groundworks, specializing in trenching, concreting, and pipe laying. Proficient in operating heavy machinery while ensuring a safe work environment. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and groundwork techniques, contributing to efficient project execution.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Groundworks
R E Marshall
Richmond, Durham
09.2023 - 06.2026
- Dug trenches for pipes and structural footings.
- Operated heavy machinery, including excavators and dumper trucks, for efficient ground excavation and material transportation.
- Laid concrete foundations, paths, and floors with precision, following structural specifications.
- Operated machinery with strict attention to detail to maximise public and worker safety.
- Wore safety clothing and equipment to ensure compliance on site.
- Took instruction well to meet daily site activity targets.
- Operated jackhammers to break up rocks, concrete and bitumen surfaces.
- Installed drainage and sewer systems, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety standards.
- Unloaded construction materials at job sites and organised for use.
- Performed concrete finishing tasks, including screeding, floating, and trowelling, for high-quality surface preparation.
- Filled holes and trenches with soil and gravel to achieve correct level and grade.
- Used shovels to spread gravel and loose materials over specified areas.
- Removed, replaced and repaired kerbs and footpaths to the highest standard, securing public safety.
- Maintained in fit and good health to carry out high-level manual work in all weather conditions.
- Assisted in site cleanups, tear down and hazard removal after day-end and project completion, while following company best practices.
- Followed work orders and supervisor instructions to maintain road safety and performance with regular upkeep.
- Created all groundworks, foundations and drainage to exact specifications by closely reviewing blueprints.
- Assessed drainage channels to identify and repair blockages.
- Utilised laser levelling tools to ensure accurate ground elevation and slope measurements.
- Cleaned and thoroughly serviced all tools and equipment necessary for groundwork.
- Prepared and levelled construction sites by removing debris and digging trenches for foundational work.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness to safely complete manual labour tasks.
- Loaded vehicles with supplies and equipment to transport to job locations.
- Removed road surface layers for treatment and resurfacing.
- Responded promptly to unforeseen site issues, applying problem-solving skills to mitigate impacts on project timelines.
- Kept grounds looking stunning and visually pleasing through regular upkeep and maintenance.
- Cleared work areas of obstruction and waste to reduce site risks.
- Applied waterproofing systems to foundations and below-ground structures to prevent water ingress.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before starting projects, making sure construction worksites were safe for use.
- Conducted thorough inspections of construction equipment, performing routine maintenance to minimise downtime.
- Performed daily vehicle and tool checks, promptly repairing or reporting issues.
- Installed ducts for services, factories and public buildings to complete projects quickly and efficiently.
- Checked construction supplies met job requirements.
- Repaired and levelled road surfaces, minimising route detour timeframes.
- Undertook routine maintenance on tools and equipment while completing all relevant log sheets, keeping equipment in excellent working order.
- Mentored new staff, offering help and support to improve performance.
- Managed the safe disposal of hazardous materials, adhering to environmental and health regulations.
Warehouse Operative
T Quality
Darlington, Durham
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy, meeting daily productivity targets.
- Picked orders to meet productivity targets.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted team members with picking, packing and processing tasks to increase overall warehouse efficiency.
- Understood warehouse product placement, enabling efficient picking and packing services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the warehouse to support a safe working environment.
- Consistently complied with workplace health and safety measures to minimise operational risk.
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
- Identified and removed damaged products, quickly replacing items with quality stock to minimise customer delays.
- Assessed packages and counted stock to ensure delivery accuracy before unloading and processing.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely lift and manoeuvre heavy orders and deliveries.
- Restocked shelves with strict attention to detail, utilising time management and organisation skills to maximise efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase efficiency.
- Transferred materials weighing up to 10kg above head using safe manual lifting techniques.
- Followed strict guidelines for handling hazardous materials, prioritising safety and compliance.
- Created balanced, stable and organised stacks of goods inside warehouse.
- Operated equipment to move heavy materials and consistently followed health and safety standards.
- Conducted regular stock checks, updating inventory management system to maintain accurate records.
- Managed returns process, inspecting goods for damage and processing refunds or exchanges.
- Provided accurate stock reports to warehouse manager to allow for timely reordering.
- Minimised breakage by securing loads securely onto crates before transport.
- Assisted team proactively with transporting, lifting and handling cargo.
General Labourer
Briarwood Rustic Weddings and Events
Hutton, Durham
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Working within a customer facing role and working as a team when helping to set up events and weddings for customers. Listening to their requirements and following through to a high standard.
- Supported and work along other apprentices ensuring the ethos of the company was followed through
- Assisted with loading and unloading of wedding events equipment
- Supported with the setting up and taking down of event equipment
- Adhere to HSA guidelines, particularly manual handling
- Worked collaboratively with the company directors following advice and company guidelines
- Ensured events were to a high standard to ensure the reputation of the business was consistent
Education
Longfield Academy of Sport
DarlingtonSkills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Concrete finishing
- Drainage installation
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Npors Card
- Abrasive Wheels Awareness
- Asbestos Awareness
- Working at Height
- Manual Handling
- COSH
- First Aid
- High Speed Training
Timeline
Groundworks
R E Marshall
09.2023 - 06.2026
Warehouse Operative
T Quality
10.2021 - 08.2023
General Labourer
Briarwood Rustic Weddings and Events
01.2019 - 01.2023
Longfield Academy of Sport