Oliver Davies
Putney
Summary
A disciplined and motivated individual with a strong background in the British Army and hands-on industry experience. Proven ability to work under pressure, communicate effectively, and build rapport with a wide range of people through customer-facing roles in hospitality and retail.
Highly driven to transition into a career in recruitment/sales, where I can utilise my work ethic, resilience, and competitive mindset to develop professionally and earn based on performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Plumbing
Ark Temp
London
2025.11 - Current
- Working efficiently within a team to meet deadlines
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety
- Demonstrating reliability and strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment
Catering Assistant
Impact Food Group
Guilford , Surrey
2025.02 - 2025.11
- Food hygiene and health and safety trained, knowledge of allergens.
- Cash handling, taking payments, developed customer service skills.
- Stock Control monitoring and replenishing food and condiment.
Bartender
Prince Of Wales
Farnborough , Surrey
2024.04 - 2025.09
- Provided customer service in a busy pub environment
- Handled high volumes of customers and transactions
- Maintained a friendly and professional attitude under pressure
- Resolved customer issues and ensured positive experiences
Ski Technician
Cypress Mountains
Vancouver , British Columbia
2023.11 - 2024.04
- Assisted customers in selecting and fitting ski equipment
- Delivered personalised customer service and built rapport
- Explained technical products in a clear and approachable way
- Worked in a fast-paced retail environment
Combat Engineer/ Driver
British Army Royal Engineers
Ipswich , Suffolk
2018.09 - 2023.09
- Operated and maintained vehicles and engineering equipment
- Worked under pressure in high-demand environments
- Demonstrated discipline, reliability, and strong teamwork
- Communicated effectively within a structured team to meet objectives
- Diagnosed faults and performed maintenance in challenging conditions
Education
Diplôme du Brevet National - Equivalent to 5 GSCE’s
Notre Dame D’Orbec
Orbec Functional Skills level 2 - Maths, English and IT
Army Foundation College
HarrogateLevel 2 - Uniformed Public Services
Chichester College
Chichester Duke Of Edinburgh Awards Bronze -
Army Foundation College
Harrogate TML Operator - undefined
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Relationship building and customer engagement
- Resilience and ability to handle pressure
- Target-driven mindset
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and efficiency
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
- Health & Safety awareness
- Fluent French speaker
- Advanced driving licences
HOBBIES
In my spare time I enjoy watching football, training at the Gym, running and boxing.
Languages
French
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Plumbing
Ark Temp
2025.11 - Current
Catering Assistant
Impact Food Group
2025.02 - 2025.11
Bartender
Prince Of Wales
2024.04 - 2025.09
Ski Technician
Cypress Mountains
2023.11 - 2024.04
Combat Engineer/ Driver
British Army Royal Engineers
2018.09 - 2023.09
TML Operator - undefined
Diplôme du Brevet National - Equivalent to 5 GSCE’s
Notre Dame D’Orbec
Functional Skills level 2 - Maths, English and IT
Army Foundation College
Level 2 - Uniformed Public Services
Chichester College
Duke Of Edinburgh Awards Bronze -
Army Foundation College