Jon James Madgwick
Worthing,W.Sx
Summary
Self assured individual offering almost 40 years of experience working within the timber and related building and construction industries. A natural problem-solver, leading and motivating , excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Friendly and resourceful person with critical-thinking abilities. Organised and meticulous and always seeking the opportunity to learn.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Self Employed / Sole Trader
JJ Carpentry & Joinery
Worthing, West Sussex
02.1997 - Current
- Established business goals and objectives to provide organisational direction toward growth and prosperity.
- Established and successfully managed a profitable business, demonstrating entrepreneurial skills and business acumen.
- Optimised flow and scheduling of daily operations and sub contract traders for maximum productivity.
- Detailed works estimation and proposal writing for own contracts from smaller works to larger new build and extension contracts.
- Display excellent sales ability across all carpentry/joinery and construction industry aspects.
- Liaising with clients, local councils and Architects / associated supply companies regarding project content, planning and all aspects of design.
Joiner
Hollingbury Joinery Ltd
Brighton, Sussex
03.2010 - 01.2024
- Adhered to safety regulations for consistent compliance with UK requirements.
- Used knowledge of different types of wood to choose correct material for specific jobs.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to accurately assess requirements and prioritise tasks.
- Set out Rods and complex design drawings.
- Use of all woodworking machines to produce full run of joinery projects.
- All facets of high end bench joinery undertaken specialising in circular and arch work, bi folding doors, box sash windows, feature doors, varying high end bespoke works in Oak / Black Walnut and other exotic timbers.
- Finishing all joinery / cabinet works to impeccably high standards.
Area sales executive
Advance Group Plc
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
06.1995 - 02.1997
- Managed client relationships from early stages of sales process through to post-sales within Brighton Sales area.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
- Strengthened profit opportunities through targeted customer relationship development, continually meeting sales objectives and consistently achieving highest monthly sales figures.
- Established and maintained positive, profitable client relationships through superb communication.
Window/Conservatory technician
Classic Windows Ltd
Rustington, West Sussex
05.1990 - 04.1994
- Installed various window / door types in customers' homes and commercial environments to desired specifications.
- Installed porches / conservatories.
- Prioritised daily installation duties to meet tight deadlines.
Carpenter and joiner
Sussex Construction Services Ltd (SCS Ltd)
Worthing, West Sussex
08.1989 - 05.1990
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to achieve common installation goals.
- Adapted to changing project requirements and deadlines.
- Installing large, fibre glass clean space environments for large pharmaceutical companies to set up production facilities.
- Working all over the the UK at various sites as required.
- Various Carpentry projects also undertaken within the job role but mainly utilising Carpentry skillset to accurately fit fibreglass partitioning to extremely high tolerances.
Design Craftsman
Paula Rosa Kitchens Ltd
Storrington, West Sussex
09.1988 - 08.1989
- Trimmed and assembled parts and subassemblies to form complete units.
- Studied plans to verify project dimensions and requirements.
- Sketched design ideas to evaluate build requirements and material needs.
- Used woodworking techniques and principles to construct wooden cabinets and furniture.
- Monitored furniture trends to inform design strategy.
- Worked very closely from drawings provided to produce one off prototypes to assess viability to become new kitchen ranges and to build bespoke items for one off kitchens.
Apprentice Joiner
George Parker Joinery Ltd
Worthing, West Sussex
01.1984 - 08.1988
- Attended college on day release basis studying City & Guilds 525 Carpentry & Joinery whilst serving a fully indentured apprenticeship lasting almost four years.
- Assisted Joiners with machine and tool maintenance operations to minimise malfunctions.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood to meet project requirements.
- Cleared away debris and removed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Carried out various bench joinery projects commensurate with my abilities.
- Gained promotion as an advanced apprentice and served within the specialist circular and arch work areas of the business.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Catering And Food Hygiene
Sep 2000 - 09.2002
- "Jeremy Blewett Shield" Award given to the best student across all elements of the NVQ catering level 2 & 3 courses studied.
Self funded NVQ course. Cooking has always been a passion. As a senior student who chose to be there I excelled and thrived in this team driven environment. Cooked for up to 90 covers once a week within the college restaurant.... To attain the highest award as a student not working in the industry was a very proud achievement.
City & Guilds 525 - Carpentry & Joinery
Sep 1984 - 09.1988
- Completed City & Guilds Qualification alongside a fully indentured and registered apprenticeship scheme with employer
- Graduated with Credit in all 3 elements.
O level - Art , English Language, English Literature, Technical Graphics
03/1983 - 03/1983
CSE - Maths, Physics, History, Metal Work
04/1983 - 04/1983
Skills
- Customer service
- Contract management
- Business operations
- Excellent communication
- Self-motivated
- joinery production - concept to completion
- Progress reporting
- Sales goal attainment
Languages
English
Native
Date of Birth
14th May 1967
Timeline
Joiner - Hollingbury Joinery Ltd
03.2010 - 01.2024
Self Employed / Sole Trader - JJ Carpentry & Joinery
02.1997 - Current
Area sales executive - Advance Group Plc
06.1995 - 02.1997
Window/Conservatory technician - Classic Windows Ltd
05.1990 - 04.1994
Carpenter and joiner - Sussex Construction Services Ltd (SCS Ltd)
08.1989 - 05.1990
Design Craftsman - Paula Rosa Kitchens Ltd
09.1988 - 08.1989
Apprentice Joiner - George Parker Joinery Ltd
01.1984 - 08.1988
Broadwater College of Technology - NVQ Level 3, Catering And Food Hygiene
Sep 2000 - 09.2002
Broadwater College of Technology - City & Guilds 525 , Carpentry & Joinery
Sep 1984 - 09.1988
St Andrews Cof E High School - O level, Art , English Language, English Literature, Technical Graphics
03/1983 - 03/1983
St Andrews CofE High School - CSE , Maths, Physics, History, Metal Work
04/1983 - 04/1983
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