Martin Donaldson
St. Andrews,Fife
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of cremation procedures and funeral preparation. Demonstrates exceptional skills in documentation accuracy, ceremonial duties, and maintenance of cremation machinery. Adept at operating cremation equipment and working in high-temperature environments while maintaining personal discretion and respectful interaction. Strong empathy, ethical understanding, and dignified composure ensure respectful service delivery. Proficient in basic computer literacy with a keen awareness of environmental compliance and respect for cultural differences. Committed to providing compassionate support with patience, tolerance, and multicultural sensitivity.
Experienced in crematorium operations with focus on providing respectful and compassionate services. Skilled in handling cremation processes, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Committed to supporting families during difficult times with professionalism and care.
Offering strong interpersonal skills and compassionate nature. Knowledgeable about handling sensitive situations with care and professionalism. Eager to learn and adapt quickly in new environments. Ready to use and develop communication, organisational, and technical skills in role.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Crematorium technician
Dignity
Dundee, Dundee City
02.2020 - Current
- Ensured dignified treatment of remains by adhering strictly to procedures.
- Upheld strict compliance with health and safety regulations for a safe workplace environment.
- Arranged transportation of remains to ensure timely service.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in the crematory for a respectful environment.
- Worked closely with team members to execute funerals smoothly.
- Handled sensitive situations tactfully whilst maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, guaranteeing optimal functionality.
- Guaranteed privacy during ceremonies by enforcing appropriate rules and guidelines among attendees.
- Achieved smooth operations with thorough preparation and management of paperwork.
- Utilised modern cremation techniques, ensuring environmentally-friendly practices were upheld.
- Maintained calm composure even under stressful circumstances, providing dependable support at all times.
- Assisted bereaved families with utmost respect, easing their emotional distress.
- Coordinated effectively with funeral directors for seamless services.
- Managed storage and disposal of ashes as per family requests, showing care and compassion throughout the process.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly dealing with family requests and last-minute service changes.
- Coordinated and monitored aspects of funeral services, facilitating successful outcomes.
Laundry Engineer
Fishers
Cupar, Fife
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Minimised safety risks with thorough inspections and maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated with other engineers and professionals on large scale projects.
- Delivered cost-effective solutions for complex engineering problems.
- Resolved complex issues, applying troubleshooting and critical thinking to address numerous technical solutions.
- Enforced compliance with all health and safety measures, reducing worksite risks.
- Advised on equipment failures and potential repairs to restore functionality.
Quarry plant operator
Breedon Group
Balmullo, Fife
07.2013 - 11.2016
- Loaded and transported quarried materials, ensuring safe delivery at destination points.
- Achieved timely work completion through strict adherence to schedules and deadlines.
- Improved safety standards by executing regular equipment inspections.
- Boosted productivity levels by coordinating with team members on daily quarrying operations.
- Enhanced efficiency of operations with regular equipment servicing and updates.
- Complied consistently with environmental regulations during all stages of quarry operation.
- Maintained clean, organised work environment adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Operated processing plants effectively to meet production targets.
- Utilised heavy machinery to facilitate efficient quarrying processes.
- Ensured continuous plant operations with routine maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated closely with other operators for smooth functioning of the quarry site.
- Carried out daily plant and equipment maintenance.
Machine engraver
Plastics W Graham
Dundee, Dundee City
09.2011 - 07.2013
- Ensured smooth operations by troubleshooting machine malfunctions timely.
- Operated engraving machinery for producing intricate designs.
- Maintained safety standards whilst operating heavy machinery.
- Followed company protocols strictly to maintain workplace harmony.
- Conducted quality checks, ensuring flawless output before delivery.
- Increased efficiency by regularly cleaning and lubricating machine parts.
- Created bespoke designs for client satisfaction.
- Inspected engravings to ensure high-quality finish.
- Demonstrated creativity through unique and innovative engraving designs.
- Fulfilled custom orders, meeting customer specifications perfectly.
- Improved productivity with effective use of computer-aided design software.
- Performed maintenance on equipment, increasing longevity.
- Adhered to project timelines, delivering work punctually.
Weapons technician
Royal Air Force
Various, Various
09.1996 - 09.2011
- Facilitated smoother operations for military units through efficient weapons inventory management.
- Contributed to successful missions with expert calibration of high-tech weaponry.
- Implemented thorough cleaning protocols for all firearms, extended their lifespan considerably.
- Carried out detailed record-keeping tasks, ensured accountability for all munitions handled.
- Ensured safety by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on small arms.
- Provided vital support during live fire drills through prompt troubleshooting and rectification efforts.
- Enhanced operational readiness for military training exercises through meticulous weapons servicing.
- Conducted comprehensive tests to ensure precision and accuracy of firearms under my care.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment.
- Secured buildings, rooms and perimeters whilst minimising exposure times.
- Remained composed and focused in highly stressful situations.
- Followed instruction to complete exact requests of senior officers.
- Maintained weaponry and equipment to meet combat requirements.
- Trained in combat and weaponry to meet field demands.
- Prepared for military action with short notice.
- Acted quickly and effectively in emergency response situations, providing reliable aid.
- Kept explosives and munitions safe and secure.
Education
Cremation Tech - Cremations
FBCA
03.2022 - 03.2023
Basic Engineering - Weapon Engineering
Royal Air Force
01.1997 - 10.1999
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Mathematics
Lossiemouth High
Lossiemouth, MorayA-Levels - Chemistry
Lossiemouth High
Lossiemouth, Moray 08.1994 - 08.1995
Skills
- Cremation procedures knowledge
- Documentation accuracy
- Ceremonial duties performance
- Funeral preparation procedures
- Maintenance of cremation machinery
- Working in high-temperature environments
- Cremation equipment operation
- Personal discretion
- Respectful interaction
- Strong empathy
- Ethical understanding
- Dignified composure
- Basic computer literacy
- Respect for cultural differences
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Patience and tolerance
- Multicultural sensitivity
Affiliations
- Painting, Gardening, Canni Cross Sport
Timeline
Cremation Tech - Cremations
FBCA
03.2022 - 03.2023
Crematorium technician
Dignity
02.2020 - Current
Laundry Engineer
Fishers
12.2016 - 12.2019
Quarry plant operator
Breedon Group
07.2013 - 11.2016
Machine engraver
Plastics W Graham
09.2011 - 07.2013
Basic Engineering - Weapon Engineering
Royal Air Force
01.1997 - 10.1999
Weapons technician
Royal Air Force
09.1996 - 09.2011
A-Levels - Chemistry
Lossiemouth High
08.1994 - 08.1995
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Advanced Mathematics
Lossiemouth High
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