murray cowan
falkirk,Falkirk
Summary
Multi-skilled individual offers positive team ethic and can-do attitude to scaffolding role. Motivated and organised for good task planning and prompt completion. Reliable and punctual for dependable site support. Capable Scaffolder with experience supporting large-scale construction projects. Adept in building, adapting and deconstructing safe, secure platforms. Holds valid CISRS card with own tools and PPE.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
scaffolder/chargehand/supervisor
palmers/interserve/enigma
Grangemouth, Falkirk
2005.05 - Current
- Followed directions, drawings and project specifications to enforce adherence to requirements.
- Adhered to health and safety practices at all times to reduce risk of injury.
- Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
- Transported materials using hauling and hoisting equipment.
- Unloaded scaffolding equipment at construction sites, monitoring areas for risks.
- Dismantled scaffolding after project completion.
- Offered ongoing support and guidance to scaffolding crew members to maximise team efficiency.
- Secured and assembled scaffolding in line with established project scope.
- Carried out all scaffolding duties adhering to strict health and safety regulations for optimal staff wellbeing.
- Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
- Installed safety barriers and appropriate signage, promoting contractor and public safety.
- Applied critical thinking skills to solve problems and address challenges.
- Supported team in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
- Demonstrated proactive approach to learning new techniques and technologies.
- Handled material transportation in safe working manner.
- Updated staff on changes to internal policies and procedures for continued compliance and standardisation.
- Observed worker activities to assess safety compliance and identify enforcement gaps.
- Estimated costs, generated reports, and maintained detailed records.
- Worked closely with management to manage staff levels and allocate resources for production plans.
- Logged daily activities and notable incidents during production shifts.
- Supervised activities of workers and enforced safety regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond to issues appropriately, eliminating workplace accidents and incidents.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of team, ensuring tasks were completed to high standard.
scaffolder/chargehand/supervisor
ssl/cape
Grangemouth, Falkirk
1994.09 - 2005.05
- Followed directions, drawings and project specifications to enforce adherence to requirements.
- Adhered to health and safety practices at all times to reduce risk of injury.
- Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
- Transported materials using hauling and hoisting equipment.
- Unloaded scaffolding equipment at construction sites, monitoring areas for risks.
- Dismantled scaffolding after project completion.
- Offered ongoing support and guidance to scaffolding crew members to maximise team efficiency.
apprentice scaffolder
sgb
Grangemouth, Falkirk
1990.09 - 1994.09
- Finished on-the-job training within set deadlines.
- Completed related coursework on time and to high standard.
- Adjusted quickly to new environments, working confidently with minimal supervision.
- Supported daily operations to improve outcomes.
- Attended necessary training and completed assessments.
- Followed all health and safety protocols to safeguard team and company assets.
- Shadowed senior team members to observe established processes and best practices.
- Demonstrated proactive approach to learning new techniques and technologies.
scaffolders labourer
deborah grayston scaffolding
falkirk, falkirk
1989.09 - 1990.09
- Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.
- Assisted project progress by providing reliable labouring support to various site teams.
- Adhered to site health and safety guidelines, maintaining safe, secure working environments.
- Mixed and laid concrete with excellent planning and measuring skills.
semi skilled sawer/wood machinist
christie and vessey
falkirk
1987.09 - 1989.09
- Unloaded and stacked timber pieces from machines within several minutes.
- Advised client of timber quality concerns to maximise customer satisfaction.
- Safely operated various machinery from saws to planing machines with exceptional attention to detail.
- Cleaned and managed workspace and surrounding areas , ensuring safety of fellow staff and maintaining maximum productivity.
- Wrapped and stored completed timber packs to prepare for safe transportation and maintain quality.
Education
GCSEs - art and design
graham high school
falkirk 1983.08 - 1987.06
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Engaging leadership style
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Safety briefings and inductions
- Working at heights
- Site inspections
- Safety compliance
- Team oversight
- Job planning
- Project estimation and bidding
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
scaffolder/chargehand/supervisor
palmers/interserve/enigma
2005.05 - Current
scaffolder/chargehand/supervisor
ssl/cape
1994.09 - 2005.05
apprentice scaffolder
sgb
1990.09 - 1994.09
scaffolders labourer
deborah grayston scaffolding
1989.09 - 1990.09
semi skilled sawer/wood machinist
christie and vessey
1987.09 - 1989.09
GCSEs - art and design
graham high school
1983.08 - 1987.06