John Sweeney
Shillingstone,Dorset
Summary
A highly motivated and reliable professional with excellent time management skills and a full driving licence. Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, with a strong focus on health and safety. Known for being flexible, dependable, and an effective team worker.
Reliable and committed, bringing excellent manual dexterity and strong problem-solving skills. Demonstrates proficiency in following detailed instructions and working effectively in team environments. Ready to contribute to success of the company.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Product assembler
Leisure Control Intl
Blandford, Dorset
2024.03 - Current
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in assembling intricate products.
- Conducted detailed product inspections for optimal functionality.
- Operated specialised machinery for precise component assembly.
- Used hand tools skillfully to assemble small parts seamlessly into final products.
Freelance Coppicer
Freelance
Bere Regis, Dorset
2017.03 - Current
- Carried out seasonal woodland management duties accurately, efficiently and in within required time frame.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity for a variety of clients with bespoke needs.
- Successfully and independently delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Forestry worker
Tilhill
Bere Regis, Dorset
2017.03 - Current
- Regular maintenance and upkeep of large woodland sites
- Completed daily reports of risk assessments
- Organisation of logistics of tree planting including transportation of trees and maintenance of health of saplings
- Maintained forestry equipment in good working order to prevent operational delays.
Social Forestry
Holton Lee
2016.06 - 2026.03
- We have worked with a variety of groups including veterans with PTSD, students with Diverseabilities, and couples where one has dementia. We oversee activities such as many crafts, food preparation and cooking over an open fire.
Flourish project at Holton Lee
2014.01 - 2026.03
- Leading activities for adults with mixed health issues such as learning disabilities, people with dementia and people with mental health problems.
Countryside management
Tim Dunning Conservation
2017.10 - 2024.03
- Various tasks including firewood preparation and delivery. Hedgerow and woodland management.
Oakleaf Marquees
2018.04 - 2018.09
- Working with teams to put up marquees for large events such as weddings. This required good teamwork and communication as well as hard work for long periods of time.
Dorset Charcoal co.
2015.10 - 2016.01
- Processing wood and operation of a charcoal kiln and the production of kindling using machinery.
Conygar Coppice
2015.10 - 2015.12
- Contract work including ash thinning, coppicing, and the construction of bespoke gate and bench working to customer specifications.
Small woodland management apprenticeship
2014.10 - 2015.10
- A year long apprenticeship during which I gained knowledge and skills in tree felling, firewood processing and charcoal making. I also was involved with the delivery of products and services to local customers.
Rehabilitation Assistant
Social Services
2012.12 - 2014.10
- Required a good ability to identify and anticipate the patients needs.
Education
CS30 and 31 -
Rolland
2025.10 -
Emergency First Aid at Work Forestry Specific -
Rolland Hemming Arb and Training
2025.10 -
Small woodland management apprenticeship - undefined
Small Woods Association and the Dorset Wildlife Trust
2014.10 - 2015.10
OCN Level 3 Woodland Management - undefined
2014.11 -
OCN Level 3 Social Forestry - undefined
2015.09 -
A-levels - Biology, Psychology and Sports Studies
GCSEs - Maths and Science, English
Skills
- Full driving licence
- Excellent time management and independently motivated
- Reliable, a team worker and excellent attention to health and safety
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible and dependable
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CS30 and 31 -
Rolland
2025.10 -
Emergency First Aid at Work Forestry Specific -
Rolland Hemming Arb and Training
2025.10 -
Product assembler
Leisure Control Intl
2024.03 - Current
Oakleaf Marquees
2018.04 - 2018.09
Countryside management
Tim Dunning Conservation
2017.10 - 2024.03
Freelance Coppicer
Freelance
2017.03 - Current
Forestry worker
Tilhill
2017.03 - Current
Social Forestry
Holton Lee
2016.06 - 2026.03
Dorset Charcoal co.
2015.10 - 2016.01
Conygar Coppice
2015.10 - 2015.12
OCN Level 3 Social Forestry - undefined
2015.09 -
OCN Level 3 Woodland Management - undefined
2014.11 -
Small woodland management apprenticeship - undefined
Small Woods Association and the Dorset Wildlife Trust
2014.10 - 2015.10
Small woodland management apprenticeship
2014.10 - 2015.10
Flourish project at Holton Lee
2014.01 - 2026.03
Rehabilitation Assistant
Social Services
2012.12 - 2014.10