Mark Shearer
Dafen,Llanelli
Summary
I am an energetic individual who is completely service-orientated. I always work to complete tasks efficiently and in a timely manner. In addition I am an exceptional team player who is very familiar with construction and building operations coupled with hands-on experience working with various construction tools and equipment. I am dependable and flexible, skilled in using hand and power tools in all types of construction environments. I work exceptionally well with others and equally well alone. I am organized and dependable and work diligently with a positive attitude. I think it is essential to give every job the best and I take pride in what I achieve.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Landscaping/Tree felling and general labour
Markservice-Green-AB-
Kavlinge, Sweden
02.2021 - Current
- Improved herbaceous borders through weeding, seasonal pruning and cutting back.
- Disposed of litter and organic waste following proper procedure.
- Planned and executed solo projects to improve garden design capabilities.
- Maintained and serviced garden machinery, increasing average equipment lifespan.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and bushes.
- Used wide range of hand tools, horticultural machinery and powered hand tools.
- Supervised and guided junior gardeners and volunteers.
- Mowed, trimmed and fertilised green spaces.
- Performed routine grass cutting and general maintenance of green spaces and communal areas.
Apprentice Joiner
Churn Gold
Swansea, Wales
08.1996 - 01.2023
- Kept working environment clean and safe by practicing safe systems of work and strictly adhering to OSHA regulations across all tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, applying safe loading techniques to prevent damage to building materials.
- Helped other tradesmen whilst maintaining first time fix mentality.
- Completed basic plumbing, patch plastering and tiling repairs.
- Used knowledge of different types of wood to choose correct material for specific jobs.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood to meet project requirements.
- Assisted carpenters with machine and tool maintenance operations to minimise malfunctions.
General construction
Vida AB
Vaxjo, Sweden
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Prioritised tasks and adjusted schedules following good weather.
- Upheld highest quality standards in various tasks to achieve exceptional finished-project results.
- Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
- Monitored progress to determine timely completion aligned to detailed design specifications.
- Handled procurement of necessary materials and supplies within clear budgetary guidelines.
- Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.
- Managed delivery and shipment of supplies required for projects.
- Utilised tools, machinery and equipment following safety measures.
Landscaping, Tree felling and general construction
Markservice-Green AB
Kavlinge, Sweden
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Created and constructed landscaping projects to detailed specifications and tight deadlines.
- Managed and maintained outdoor spaces, carrying out diligent care and disease control for optimal .
- Maintained efficient plant, tree and shrub management, for continued garden health.
- Built gazebos, fencing and decking.
- Managed outdoor spaces, ensuring thorough maintenance, upkeep and preservation.
- Carried out day-to-day duties including grass cutting and watering, optimising maintenance and visual appeal.
- Trimmed trees and shrubs to create neat and accessible outdoor spaces.
- Operated ride-on mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers.
- Completed paving and brickwork to create exceptional quality finishes.
- Trained apprentices in landscape design and plant care.
- Assisted in occasional hard landscaping duties such as patio, sleeper bed and timber structure installation.
- Lifted and moved heavy items in line with health and safety policies.
- Enforced safety rules and guidelines at construction sites for avoiding injuries and accidents to workers.
- Provided equipment, tools and materials necessary for construction projects.
Consultant Trainer for general landscaping
Lernia Utbildning
Malmo, Sweden
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Analysed training requirements at individual, team and organisational level.
- Engaged professionals in industry-specific knowledge, techniques and methodologies.
- Developed soft skills by providing training in time-management, problem-solving, and effective communication.
- Outlined HR objectives and assessed learning outcomes to guide planning activities.
- Produced training and supportive materials tailored to organisational needs.
- Created training programmes guaranteed to achieve key organisational objectives.
- Championed goal setting and instilled culture of ongoing professional development to motivate workforce.
- Planned training schedules, prepared materials and booked necessary rooms and facilities.
Caretaker, general maintenance
Optimal Bygg - Byggnadsarbete
Svedala, Sweden
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Supervised and coached contractors to constantly meet and exceed specified performance standards.
- Undertook application of polishes and seals, carpet shampooing and other floor treatment work.
- Conducted weekly fire alarm tests in assigned buildings.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties, paying close attention to site security at all times.
- Kept toilets and wash areas clean and tidy.
- Inspected cleaning and caretaking equipment, made minor repairs and reported defects.
- Read and recorded metre readings and assisted with energy conservation procedures.
- Sustained building functionality by conducting plumbing, unblocking drains and other minor repairs.
- Verified fire signage and equipment to be legally compliant.
- Directed contractors for site repairs and recorded work performance after completion.
- Operated heating and hot water supply plant in line with instructions and carried out frost precaution procedures.
- Enabled efficient site operations by correctly maintaining and ordering cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Undertook decoration and improvement works to guarantee impeccable presentation of premises.
- Maintained safe environment for everyone by adhering to company safety policies.
- Removed trash collected from within buildings and transported to nominated point for collection by refuse contractors.
- Accepted deliveries of goods and conveyed to appropriate storage areas.
- Improved grounds appearance through regular grass cutting, weed killing and seasonal pruning.
General Maintenance
OTVB Wales
Swansea, Wales
01.2010 - 03.2014
- Replied to requests for emergency repairs and clean-ups.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of buildings to improve facade and inside.
- Monitored external contractor repair work to determine value for money, compliance and quality of work.
- Informed supervisor regarding limited supplies to maintain consistent inventory.
- Trimmed and mowed lawn and removed snow and ice to keep property safe and maintained.
- Repaired doors, locks and handles of properties within desired timeframes.
- Swept, dust and mopped floors before performing maintenance work.
- Replaced light bulbs, sockets and switches of residential and commercial properties.
- Examined equipment and machinery to verify functionality.
- Lifted and carried heavy objects to designated location to clear up space.
- Unclogged drains, removed debris and patched up leaks for necessary repairs.
- Performed carpentry and painting of walls and drywall to desired requirements.
General building and landscaping
Louis Construction
Paphos, Cyprus
02.2006 - 03.2010
- Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
- Performed all-seasonal planned and reactive grounds maintenance to meet department needs.
- Managed tool, equipment and material inventory to support availability.
- Opened and closed communal areas to offer continuous access and security.
- Cleared sites, streets and grounds of foliage and debris to eliminate hazards and prevent on-site accidents.
- Operated lawnmowers and tractors to maintain large-scale areas according to customer specifications.
- Operated vehicles, equipment and machinery in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Preserved the quality and cleanliness of grounds with scheduled grass cutting, hedge trimming and weeding.
- Handled overall responsibility for grounds, building and equipment care and maintenance.
- Performed daily equipment inspections, promptly reporting malfunctions for immediate repair.
- Dug underground drainage and repaired collapsed pipework.
- Installed roofing and guttering for large-scale developments.
- Shared carpentry and joinery skills across team.
- Prepared fencing, posts and panels to required standards.
- Carried out work at heights using ladders, scaffolding and worked in confined spaces, following all safety procedures.
- Cut and installed framing, closely following blueprints for accurate, precise results.
General maintenance
Darlows
Swansea, Wales
07.2001 - 02.2006
- Replied to requests for emergency repairs and clean-ups.
- Utilised and calibrated electrical and power tools for maintenance work.
- Replaced light bulbs, sockets and switches of residential and commercial properties.
- Examined equipment and machinery to verify functionality.
- Performed carpentry and painting of walls and drywall to desired requirements.
- Repaired doors, locks and handles of properties within desired timeframes.
- Unclogged drains, removed debris and patched up leaks for necessary repairs.
- Trimmed and mowed lawn and removed snow and ice to keep property safe and maintained.
Carpet and flooring fitter
Cold Seal
Swansea, Wales
06.1999 - 01.2001
- Ordered materials based on budget and project specifications to prepare for carpet installation.
- Consulted with clients to evaluate carpeting needs.
- Glued or nailed floor coverings to secure carpet on floor.
- Removed old flooring to prepare for next phase of project.
- Transferred furniture to other room and removed doors to lay out groundwork.
- Wore personal protective equipment during work to prevent injuries.
- Used piping machines to thread pipes.
- Stretched over spiked gripper rods before taping or using heat seal.
- Measured room size and calculated stock prices to provide clients with quotation.
- Used compound to clean, level and seal floor.
- Sprayed and waxed floor covering to provide protective coating.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
- Showed carpet samples to provide options to customers before selection.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
Education
City and Guilds -
CITB
Wales 09.1993 - 06.1996
High School
Texas 06.1990 - 07.1993
GCSEs - English, Maths, Art and Technology
Secondary School
Swansea 09.1986 - 06.1990
Skills
- Grounds management
- Weed control
- Chainsaw operation
- Fruit tree maintenance
- Woodland development
- Fence Repair
- Pest Management
- Plastering
- Carpentry
- Tiling
- Flooring repairs
- Painting and decorating
- Brickwork
- Plumbing
- Working at heights
- Groundworks
Languages
Swedish
Fluent
Timeline
Landscaping/Tree felling and general labour
Markservice-Green-AB-
02.2021 - Current
General construction
Vida AB
01.2020 - 01.2021
Landscaping, Tree felling and general construction
Markservice-Green AB
01.2019 - 01.2020
Consultant Trainer for general landscaping
Lernia Utbildning
06.2016 - 01.2019
Caretaker, general maintenance
Optimal Bygg - Byggnadsarbete
06.2014 - 03.2016
General Maintenance
OTVB Wales
01.2010 - 03.2014
General building and landscaping
Louis Construction
02.2006 - 03.2010
General maintenance
Darlows
07.2001 - 02.2006
Carpet and flooring fitter
Cold Seal
06.1999 - 01.2001
Apprentice Joiner
Churn Gold
08.1996 - 01.2023
City and Guilds -
CITB
09.1993 - 06.1996
High School
06.1990 - 07.1993
GCSEs - English, Maths, Art and Technology
Secondary School
09.1986 - 06.1990
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