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John Huseyin Bessim

Dartford,Kent

Summary

A dedicated professional with expertise in facility operations and a strong background in tendering processes, sustainability awareness, and sustainable building practices. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of environmental legislation and health and safety compliance, ensuring quality assurance in all aspects of work. Skilled in customer relations, waste disposal procedures, and cleaning supply management, with a proven ability to remain calm under pressure. Committed to business development through lead generation, tender opportunity tracking, and relationship development. Aspires to drive innovation in sustainable practices while fostering motivational encouragement within teams.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Building Manager/Business Development

Evergreen Capital Group UK Limited
Stratford, London E15 1BZ
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed budget effectively; kept expenditure within set limits whilst maintaining quality standards.
  • Conducted routine inspections to maintain high levels of cleanliness within the premises.
  • Kept detailed records of work done on the property, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Negotiated favourable terms on contracts for supply of utilities such as gas, electricity and water.
  • Provided excellent customer service, resulting in high tenant retention rates.
  • Coordinated emergency response procedures, enhancing building safety standards.
  • Complied with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe environment for all occupants.
  • Kept toilets and wash areas clean and tidy.
  • Performed daily opening and closing duties, paying close attention to site security at all times.
  • Removed trash collected from within buildings and transported to nominated point for collection by refuse contractors.
  • Conducted weekly fire alarm tests in assigned buildings.
  • Directed contractors for site repairs and recorded work performance after completion.
  • Managed bookings for any buildings or rooms available for hire.
  • Swept and mopped hard floors and vacuumed carpeted areas.
  • Inspected building systems to meet health, safety and security standards.
  • Tested alarms regularly, upholding strict building safety standards.
  • Monitored CCTV systems as part of building security surveillance.
  • Logged resident complaints and communicated to management for swift resolution.
  • Recorded arrival and departure of building residents and visitors.
  • Received and forwarded mail and deliveries to relevant tenants.

Business Development Manager

GB Group Contractors Limited
Stratford, London E15 1BZ
08.2006 - 02.2025
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best possible terms.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential business opportunities.
  • Secured new business opportunities by cultivating strong relationships with potential clients.
  • Generated leads to bring in new client revenue and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Contacted and converted potential customers via telephone, email and in-person enquiries.
  • Formulated actionable plans to leverage insightful data on latest customer demographics.
  • Designed strategies to contribute and enhance seamless workflows across different teams and departments.
  • Handled crisis situations effectively, minimizing impact on business operations.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and budget.
  • Allocated teams, materials and calendar space for individual projects.

Education

GCSEs, One year Access Course, - Sales Marketing, Financial Services, Employer Various Training Courses

Secondary Modern School, Erith & Lewisham Colleges
Kent and SE London
08.1968 - 01.1973

Skills

  • Facility operations
  • Tendering process experience
  • Sustainability awareness
  • Sustainable building practices
  • Environmental legislation familiarity
  • Customer relations
  • Waste disposal procedures
  • Calm under pressure
  • Personal hygiene
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Motivational encouragement
  • Cleaning supply management
  • Product knowledge
  • Lead generation
  • Tender opportunity tracking
  • Relationship development
  • Business development
  • Quality Assurance

Affiliations

  • Football (Watching my grandson play football for a premier division Academy) Listening to Soul and Jazz music, Community Projects, Local Church, Environmental issues, keeping a balanced healthy lifestyle,

Accomplishments

I was top sales person 3 consecutive months exceeding targets for a Major Financial Organization. Received rewards and awards for recognition.


I worked in a primary school for experience as part of my Access Course for a Teaching Degree. Completed Access Course but not followed up with a degree course.


I have been an Executive Member of the Chamber of Commerce whilst owning my own business and helping others to plan and start their own micro businesses.











Languages

English
Fluent
Turkish
Native

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Building Manager/Business Development

Evergreen Capital Group UK Limited
02.2024 - 02.2025

Business Development Manager

GB Group Contractors Limited
08.2006 - 02.2025

GCSEs, One year Access Course, - Sales Marketing, Financial Services, Employer Various Training Courses

Secondary Modern School, Erith & Lewisham Colleges
08.1968 - 01.1973
John Huseyin Bessim