Nicholas Topping
Wigan,England
Summary
Plumbing professional with extensive experience in installations, water heater setups, and gas service testing. Proficient in domestic plumbing and heating systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. Expertise in quoting, estimating, and maintaining strong client communication. Skilled in managing drainage systems and executing emergency repairs under pressure, committed to delivering high-quality solutions.
Offering strong leadership and strategic thinking with background in team management and business development. Knowledgeable about driving growth, fostering innovation, and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
Managing director
All Trades 4 U Ltd
Wigan, Greater Manchester
03.2001 - Current
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Utilised specialised tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues and developed effective solutions for various systems.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed and materials used for each job.
- Responded promptly to emergency plumbing calls to minimise property damage.
- Provided excellent customer service, gained repeat business.
- Identified potential future issues by carrying out regular checks.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions for budget-conscious clients.
- Rectified leaks with immediate repair work.
- Diagnosed faults promptly, minimised disruption.
- Educated customers on preventative measures for reduced plumbing issues.
- Installed new pipes for improved water flow.
- Replaced old fittings and fixtures, keeping plumbing systems operational.
- Cleaned and tidied work sites after job completion.
- Cut and welded piping, fittings and fixtures to match required dimensions.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify leaks and ensure system efficiency.
- Collaborated with contractors to coordinate plumbing installations during construction projects.
- Carried out all aspects of general maintenance of properties, including kitchen and bathroom refurbs, groundwork, woodwork, windows and doors, flooring and painting and decorating.
Hydraulic engineer
Lymm Hydraulics
Warrington , Greater Manchester
01.1996 - 03.2001
- Managed installation and maintenance of hydraulic equipment, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Evaluated existing hydraulic systems, providing targeted recommendations for enhancements.
- Executed emergency repairs swiftly, minimising operational disruptions.
- Cut, threaded, and hammered pipes according to precise specifications.
- Connected pipes using welding techniques, ensuring sturdy infrastructure build-up.
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Water heater installation
- Gas service testing
- Understanding hydraulic systems
- Installation of bathroom fixtures
- Plumbing hardware knowledge
- Safety focus
- Quoting and estimating
- Hot water heater installation
- Domestic plumbing proficiency
- Heating controls expertise
- Drainage systems management
- Patience under pressure
- Valves and fittings knowledge
- Customer Service
- Client communication
- Boilers
- 1st and 2nd fix installations
- Installing pipes and fixtures
- Heating systems
- Social housing maintenance
- Central heating systems
- Gas works
- Emergency repairs
- Pipe fitting
- Plumbing installations
Affiliations
- Rugby
- F1
- Spending time with the family
- Renovating cars
Timeline
Managing director
All Trades 4 U Ltd
03.2001 - Current
Hydraulic engineer
Lymm Hydraulics
01.1996 - 03.2001