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Martyn Mitchell

Rowley Regis,West Midlands

Summary

Plastering professional experienced in applying and finishing plaster on various surfaces, ensuring smooth and durable results. Adept at mixing plaster to desired consistency, repairing and patching walls, and working with different plastering tools and materials. Committed to maintaining clean and safe work environments while delivering high-quality craftsmanship.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Plasterer

Alex James Construction LTD
08.2024 - Current

Plastering & Skimming: Mixed and applied plaster/render to exact consistencies, achieving fine finishes on walls and ceilings for seamless painting.

  • Dry-lining & Beading: Executed high-standard plasterboarding, re-boarding, and the installation of protective metal corner beads.
  • Tools & Equipment: Proficiently operated specialized hand/power tools and safely utilized scaffolding, ladders, and stilts for high-reach areas.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in core trade skills by executing various construction tasks

Site Safety & Cleanliness: Maintained immaculate workspaces and strictly adhered to health and safety regulations.

  • Coordination & Estimating: Collaborated with multi-trade teams on large renovations, delivering precise material and time estimates to ensure project efficiency.
  • Problem Solving & Leadership: Mentored new team members, employing a methodical approach to effectively resolve complex plastering challenges in residential and commercial settings.
  • Project & Team Management

Plasterer

Home Solutions
11.2023 - 08.2024

Carried out plasterboarding, re-boarding and skimming ceilings while practicing high standards of workmanship.

  • Executed plastering duties, ensuring consistent quality across designated work areas.
  • Operated a variety of hand and power tools to mix and apply plaster efficiently.
  • Ensured cleanliness of workspaces throughout projects during and after project completion.

Director

Lightning Express LTD
04.2005 - 07.2023

Director & Strategic Leadership

  • Negotiated and managed high-value contracts with major clients, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers to secure premium service levels and margins.
  • Oversaw transport management and ensured regulatory compliance, mitigating risks and safeguarding operational integrity.
  • Acted as the designated CPC Holder, ensuring absolute compliance with all DVSA regulations, Traffic Commissioner standards, and Operator License requirements.

Directed end-to-end warehouse and distribution operations across a three vehicle fleet and 40,000 square foot facility.

  • Cultivated high-performance culture through leadership and mentoring of cross-functional workforce of 9 employees, enhancing team engagement and effectiveness.
  • Implemented advanced telematics and route optimization software that reduced fuel consumption by and enhanced delivery reliability.
  • Monitored and audited driver tachograph data, ensuring strict adherence to UK driver hours and working time directives.
  • Overhauled fleet maintenance schedules and vehicle tracking systems to reduce vehicle downtime.

Warehouse Operations & Performance

  • Sustained an On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery rate through seamless coordination between warehouse fulfilment and transport scheduling teams.
  • Optimised warehouse workflows and layout using Lean principles, boosting inventory accuracy and accelerating picking/packing turnaround times.
  • Enforced strict health and safety protocols across both the warehouse floor and transport network.
  • Secured and maintained Grade A BRCGS Food Safety accreditation over 15 years through effective compliance management and internal auditing, reinforcing commitment to industry standards.

Skills

  • Plaster application
  • Skimming
  • Material estimation
  • Site safety
  • Problem solving
  • Team Coordination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Client relations
  • Team player

Hobbies and interests

Motorbike racing & tuition, campervan builds, fitness, travel & live music.

Accomplishments

  • Endurance newcomer championship winner in No Limits Racing.
  • Two time winner endurance championship in No Limits Racing.
  • Became a racing instructor for No Limits Racing.

Timeline

Plasterer

Alex James Construction LTD
08.2024 - Current

Plasterer

Home Solutions
11.2023 - 08.2024

Director

Lightning Express LTD
04.2005 - 07.2023
Martyn Mitchell