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Lucy Davison

Whittington,Staffordshire

Summary

Resourceful employee that thrives on new challenges and being self motivated to meet organisational goals. My work experiences have given me a strong background in dealing with customers, meeting timelines, problem solving and coping under pressure. I have a solid understanding of my skills set and how to utilise this to provide a high level of service, be a dedicated team player with a pro-active and hands-on work ethic.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Advanced Telecoms Engineer

Openreach
Walsall, West Midlands
04.2021 - Current
  • Fix, install and maintain telecommunication systems on the copper and fibre networks.
  • Communicate with line providers.
  • Update consumer records.
  • Manage daily work flow.

Customer Services Advisor

BT
West Bromwich, Sandwell
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Fault Diagnostics.
  • Product Guidance.
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures for continued company compliance.
  • Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction, booking appointments where needed.
  • Offered detailed advice on product and service benefits.

Head chef

Ba-Ha & VGN
Birmingham & Stourbridge, West Midlands
03.2019 - 10.2020
  • Produced fresh, quality plates, meeting restaurant demand.
  • Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks, inline with Health and Safety Guidelines.
  • Inventoried food, ingredients and orders to meet restaurant demands.
  • Oversaw chefs and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.

Pet Services

Self Employed
Walsall, West Midlands
03.2015 - 03.2019
  • Provided animals with exercise in accordance with customer arrangements.
  • Worked patiently with nervous dogs to build confidence and trust for safe, happy walks.
  • Ensured animals had access to water and necessary food supplies, according to owner instructions.
  • Look after customers pets and house security whilst away on holidays.

Customer Advisor

Dignity Funerals
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
05.2014 - 03.2015
  • Handle calls from Police, Funeral Directors, Coroners, Network Rail, Care Homes and Public in response to bringing the deceased person into the care of the funeral homes.
  • Handle sensitive conversations and accurately record the information to pass over to the funeral homes
  • Book crematorium appointments.
  • Sell funeral plans and update funeral plan requests.

Animal Care Volunteer

Globalteer
Cusco, Peru
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Built and repaired animal shelters.
  • Safely handled animals with varying temperaments with firm and friendly manner.
  • Meet with public to educate and promote good levels of care.

Remediation Officer

HomeServe
Walsall, West Midlands
08.2011 - 12.2013
  • Oversaw a team within the project to ensure timelines were met and deliverables for successful, timely completion.
  • Investigated and resolved challenges related to the project and requirements.
  • Quality mark and fed back to team to develop and meet business compliance.
  • Previous role in business before this position started in inbound customer services, moved to customer complaints and then onto the project position.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Tourism Management

Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds
10.2003 - 06.2007

AVCE - Travel & Tourism

Sutton Coldfield College
Birmingham
09.2001 - 06.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Catering & Services

Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies
Birmingham
09.1997 - 06.1999

GCSEs - inc. English, Maths & Science

The Coleshill School
Birmingham
09.1993 - 06.1997

Skills

  • Goal-oriented
  • Strong work ethic
  • Proactive
  • Quick learner
  • Customer support
  • Time management
  • Communication skills

Timeline

Advanced Telecoms Engineer

Openreach
04.2021 - Current

Customer Services Advisor

BT
10.2020 - 03.2021

Head chef

Ba-Ha & VGN
03.2019 - 10.2020

Pet Services

Self Employed
03.2015 - 03.2019

Customer Advisor

Dignity Funerals
05.2014 - 03.2015

Animal Care Volunteer

Globalteer
01.2014 - 05.2014

Remediation Officer

HomeServe
08.2011 - 12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - International Tourism Management

Leeds Metropolitan University
10.2003 - 06.2007

AVCE - Travel & Tourism

Sutton Coldfield College
09.2001 - 06.2003

NVQ Level 3 - Catering & Services

Birmingham College of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies
09.1997 - 06.1999

GCSEs - inc. English, Maths & Science

The Coleshill School
09.1993 - 06.1997
Lucy Davison