Mark McLeonards
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Organised and dependable Carpenter with 30 years of experience in all aspects of Carpentry, Building and Property Maintenance. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
Director
McLeonards Carpentry Ltd
Southampton, Hampshire
04.2004 - 12.2025
- Assisted in coordinating large-scale projects to ensure successful outcomes.
- Supported team members in fostering a positive work environment to enhance employee morale.
- Helped enforce compliance measures for adherence to industry standards.
Carpenter and joiner
Sub Contracting
Southampton, Hampshire
06.1996 - 01.2020
- Performed quality checks diligently on finished products before delivery.
- Repaired wooden structures, increasing their lifespan considerably.
- Decorated interiors attractively with custom-made wooden fixtures and fittings.
- Interpreted technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Managed wood supplies inventory prudently avoiding unnecessary wastage.
- Conducted site inspections routinely for proactive problem detection and rectification.
- Installed doors, windows, floorings effectively resulting in sturdy structures.
- Ensured safety at all times whilst using cutting-edge equipment and tools.
- Achieved customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality carpentry and joinery services.
- Undertook patch plastering within void properties, repairing holes and corner damage.
- Operated tools, machinery and equipment to cut materials for construction use.
- Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
- Fit range of first fixings, second fixings and formwork.
- Carried out thorough snagging to guarantee final results aligned with project specifications.
- Cleared away debris and removed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Used knowledge of different types of wood to choose correct material for specific jobs.
- Adhered to safety regulations for consistent compliance with UK requirements.
- Assessed and mitigated risks before starting work on-site.
- Installed decking and planters in outdoor living spaces.
- Designed and fitted bespoke door frames, partition walls and other wooden structures.
- Improved completed structures through maintenance and repairs.
- Completed high-quality carpentry and joinery on residential and commercial construction projects.
- Prepared and assembled internal doors, staircases and panelling.
- Fitted windows, door frames and external building fixtures.
- Managed top-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations on time and on budget.
- Built and installed solid oak door casings and flooring.
- Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Erected large woodwork constructions to detailed project plans.
Education
GCSEs -
Westgate School
Winchester 09/1988 - 06/1993
NVQ Level 2 - Carpentry & Joinery
Eastleigh College
Eastleigh 09/1993 - 06/1995
NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Carpentry & Joinery
Southampton College
Southampton 09/1995 - 07/1996
Fire Door Inspector -
UK Fire Door Training
Home Study 05/2025 - 05/2028
Erection of temporary lading systems - Safety
Oxford Saftey Components
Site Based 04/2017 -
Skills
- In-Depth industry knowledge
- Customer Service
- Employee management
- High-value project management
- Project budgeting
Timeline
Director
McLeonards Carpentry Ltd
04.2004 - 12.2025
Carpenter and joiner
Sub Contracting
06.1996 - 01.2020
GCSEs -
Westgate School
09/1988 - 06/1993
NVQ Level 2 - Carpentry & Joinery
Eastleigh College
09/1993 - 06/1995
NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Carpentry & Joinery
Southampton College
09/1995 - 07/1996
Fire Door Inspector -
UK Fire Door Training
05/2025 - 05/2028
Erection of temporary lading systems - Safety
Oxford Saftey Components
04/2017 -