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Michael Blanthorn

WORTHING,West Sussex

Summary

Offering strong hands-on skills and keen willingness to learn. Knowledgeable about basic construction techniques, teamwork, and safety protocols. Strong communication, problem-solving, and physical stamina. Ready to use and develop practical skills, teamwork, and attention to detail in a new role.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Builder/Skilled laborer

Self Employed contractor
Worthing, West Sussex
2009.03 - Current
  • Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
  • Improved site workflow, performing building, construction and assembly duties quickly and accurately.
  • Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
  • Achieved precise measurements for accurate construction using professional tools.
  • Participated in project planning meetings, contributing valuable insights from a ground level perspective.
  • Interpreted blueprints accurately to deliver quality results.
  • Installed roof rafters and trusses to building design specifications.
  • Completed roofing with suitable materials to eliminate leaks and safety risks.
  • Leveled and smoothed interior flooring for board, laminate and carpet fitting.
  • Built solid, reliable supporting structures from steel and timber.
  • Prepared interior walls using quality materials ready for plastering and painting.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded daily deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.

Temporary Worker

Kellys Agency
Worthing, West Sussex
2005.01 - 2008.11

Assisted in various temporary roles across diverse locations.

Contributed as an airline catering loader and driver's mate at Gatwick Airport for two summers.

Supported operations in the GlaxoSmithKline dispensary by weighing raw ingredients for drug manufacturing.

  • Provided cover for staff in multiple settings, including TheBodyshop, printing outlets and electronic QA.
  • Worked short shifts at a pub in Worthing.

Apprentice Vehicle Body Repair Technition

Dinnages Ford
Worthing. West Sussex, West Sussex
2001.07 - 2004.12

Assisted tradespeople in developing skills necessary for repair and refinishing of crashed vehicles.

Participated in college classes weekly to pursue a qualification in vehicle body repair.

Acquired fundamental mechanical skills while gaining experience in bodywork repair.

Education

GCSEs -

Durrington High School
Worthing, West Sussex
1997.09 - 2001.06

Skills

  • Foundations laying
  • Joinery techniques
  • Understanding of insulation
  • Carpentry mastery

Affiliations

  • Motor racing (cars and bikes). Own my own track motorcycle which i regularly do trackdays on. Hobie mechanic for friends and family. Buy, restore and sell motorcycles.

Timeline

Builder/Skilled laborer

Self Employed contractor
2009.03 - Current

Temporary Worker

Kellys Agency
2005.01 - 2008.11

Apprentice Vehicle Body Repair Technition

Dinnages Ford
2001.07 - 2004.12

GCSEs -

Durrington High School
1997.09 - 2001.06
Michael Blanthorn