Luke Furphy
Haltwhistle,Northumberland
Summary
Adaptable and effective communication skills to thrive under pressure and contribute to team-oriented environments. Committed to time efficiency and working on initiative to uphold operational excellence while maintaining site safety awareness.
Supports projects with high attention to detail and self-motivated approach to challenges.
Willing to learn on the job, enthusiastic, hard working and conscientious.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Retail assistant
JD Sport
Newcastle upon Tyne
2024.09 - Current
- Helped in the setup of special events and promotional activities within the store.
- Participated in seasonal sale preparations by arranging promotional displays strategically.
- Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
- Handled transactions, maintaining accurate till records.
- Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.
- Maintained clean shop floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
- Resolved customer complaints, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
Decorators Labourer
PB Decorators
Haltwhistle
2024.05 - 2024.09
- Holiday Position
- General husbandry
- Interior and exterior finishing
- Prepared surfaces for painting to ensure smooth application.
- Delivered high standard finishes using professional-grade tools and equipment.
- Achieved client satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail in all decorating tasks.
- Applied sealants or primers before painting to achieve long-lasting results.
- Ensured safety compliance whilst working on ladders, scaffolding or lifts.
Construction Site Labourer
Dan Hamilton Construction
Haltwhistle, Northumberland
2024.05 - 2024.09
- Holiday position
- Delivered supplies to designated areas for efficient work flow.
- Operated hand and power tools for effective completion of assigned tasks.
- Completed manual labour tasks, ensuring project deadlines were met.
- Filled in trenches post-construction, helping restore the area's original appearance.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
- Prepared sites and surfaces for concreting.
- Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.
- Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
- Promoted a clean work environment with regular clearing and disposal of debris.
- Performed daily checks on equipment, contributing to a safer working atmosphere.
Education
GCSEs - Maths
Queen Elizabeth High School
Hexham, Northumberland 2021.09 - 2024.05
GCSEs - English
Queen Elizabeth High School
Hexham, Northumberland 2021.09 - 2024.05
NVQ Level 2 - Painting and Decorating
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 2024.09 - 2025.06
Skills
- Calm under pressure
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Team-oriented
- Able to work on on initiative
- Manual handling
- Risk Assessments
- Site maintenance
- Time efficiency
- Site cleanliness maintenance
- Site safety awareness
Affiliations
- Playing football in local league
Timeline
Retail assistant
JD Sport
2024.09 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - Painting and Decorating
Newcastle College
2024.09 - 2025.06
Decorators Labourer
PB Decorators
2024.05 - 2024.09
Construction Site Labourer
Dan Hamilton Construction
2024.05 - 2024.09
GCSEs - Maths
Queen Elizabeth High School
2021.09 - 2024.05
GCSEs - English
Queen Elizabeth High School
2021.09 - 2024.05