Martin Christopher Snelgar
Langholm,Dumfriesshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in garden machinery operation and maintenance. Proficient in machinery maintenance, mower servicing, and the use of hand tools. Demonstrates strong terrain judgement and expertise in the use of manual equipment. Committed to gardening tool maintenance and upholding a respect for nature. Known for punctuality, a strong work ethic, and adeptness with ride-on mowers.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen Porter
Westland Country Park
Annan, Dumfries and Galloway
2024.02 - 2025.01
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
- Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
Kitchen Porter
The Fleece
Irthington,Carlisle, Cumbria
2023.12 - 2024.01
Kitchen Porter
Cross Keys
Kelso, The Borders
2023.07 - 2023.11
Kitchen Porter
Collingwood Arms
Cornhill on Tweed, Northumberland
2021.03 - 2023.07
Vehicle dismantler
A to Z Breakers
Carlisle, Cumbria
2017.09 - 2021.03
- Removed non-metal components improving recycling efficiency of metal scraps.
- Communicated effectively with team members to maintain workflow coordination.
- Utilised hoisting equipment to move large vehicle parts safely and efficiently.
- Sorted salvaged parts for resale, contributing to company revenue.
- Catalogued each part removed from vehicles, aiding inventory management.
- Assisted colleagues during heavy lifting operations ensuring team efficiency.
- Identified reusable parts, maximising salvage opportunities.
- Inspected each part before cataloguing ensuring quality control measures were met.
- Followed environmental guidelines whilst handling waste materials from vehicles.
- Dismantled end-of-life vehicles in accordance with company procedures.
- Drained fluids from vehicles prior to dismantling reducing environmental impact.
- Cleared waste and debris from working areas to reduce risk.
- Observed health and safety standards to maintain safe, hygienic working environments.
Vehicle dismantler
Willow Home Scrap yard
Carlisle, Cumbria
2016.01 - 2017.08
Fast food delivery driver
Top Stop
Carlisle, Cumbria
2015.01 - 2015.12
- Followed traffic rules strictly whilst driving, promoted safety culture.
- Delivered orders promptly for customer satisfaction.
- Checked orders prior to delivery, ensured accuracy.
- Built good rapport with regular customers which resulted in repeat business.
- Maintained clean and safe vehicle for reliable service.
- Reported any mechanical issues with the van promptly to ensure timely repair.
- Loaded vehicle carefully to avoid damage during transport.
- Upheld company standards whilst making deliveries, projected positive image.
Driver
TNT Express
Carlisle, Cumbria
2012.02 - 2014.12
Driver
Deliciously Wild Ltd
Carlisle, Cumbria
2010.10 - 2012.01
Fast food delivery driver
Pizza Base
Carlisle, Cumbria
2009.08 - 2010.01
Suspended ceiling installer
Tristar Ceiling
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2005.03 - 2009.08
Go-cart assistant
Carlisle Go-cart Centre
Carlisle, Cumbria
2003.09 - 2005.02
Car valeter
CG Ford Carlisle
Carlisle, Cumbria
2002.07 - 2003.08
Education
NVQ Level 1 - Motor Vehicle Body refinishing TIOFMI
City & Guilds
Carlisle, Cumbria 2001.09 - 2002.07
NVQ Level 1 - Manual skills Practical
Norwich City Collage
Norwich, Norfolk 1999.09 - 2001.07
Certificate of secondary education - Design and Technology
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of Secondary education - English
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of secondary Education - Science
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of secondary Education - Life Skills
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of Secondary Education - German
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
GNVQ level 1 - Leisure and Tourism
Hellesdon High School
Norwich, Norfolk 1995.09 - 1999.07
NPTC Level 2 - Certificate of Competence All Terrain Vehicle Handling
City and Guilds
Penrith, Cumbria 2006.07 - 2006.07
Skills
- Machinery maintenance
- Mower Servicing
- Use of hand tools
- Terrain judgement
- Use of manual equipment
- Gardening tool maintenance
- Respect for nature
- Garden machinery operation
- Ride-on mower operation
- Punctuality
- Strong work ethic
Affiliations
- Classic cars and Motor Cycles, Fishing Shooting, Stalking, Wood Caving, Gardening
Timeline
Kitchen Porter
Westland Country Park
2024.02 - 2025.01
Kitchen Porter
The Fleece
2023.12 - 2024.01
Kitchen Porter
Cross Keys
2023.07 - 2023.11
Kitchen Porter
Collingwood Arms
2021.03 - 2023.07
Vehicle dismantler
A to Z Breakers
2017.09 - 2021.03
Vehicle dismantler
Willow Home Scrap yard
2016.01 - 2017.08
Fast food delivery driver
Top Stop
2015.01 - 2015.12
Driver
TNT Express
2012.02 - 2014.12
Driver
Deliciously Wild Ltd
2010.10 - 2012.01
Fast food delivery driver
Pizza Base
2009.08 - 2010.01
NPTC Level 2 - Certificate of Competence All Terrain Vehicle Handling
City and Guilds
2006.07 - 2006.07
Suspended ceiling installer
Tristar Ceiling
2005.03 - 2009.08
Go-cart assistant
Carlisle Go-cart Centre
2003.09 - 2005.02
Car valeter
CG Ford Carlisle
2002.07 - 2003.08
NVQ Level 1 - Motor Vehicle Body refinishing TIOFMI
City & Guilds
2001.09 - 2002.07
NVQ Level 1 - Manual skills Practical
Norwich City Collage
1999.09 - 2001.07
Certificate of secondary education - Design and Technology
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of Secondary education - English
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of secondary Education - Science
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of secondary Education - Life Skills
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07
Certificate of Secondary Education - German
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07
GNVQ level 1 - Leisure and Tourism
Hellesdon High School
1995.09 - 1999.07