Oliver Downes
Oxted,England
Summary
Highly driven and competitive individual with a strong work ethic and a natural ability to build rapport with people. My background across varied roles has developed resilience, adaptability and the ability to perform under pressure — qualities I now want to channel into a career in sales. Alongside my professional experience, I have competed in high-level team sports including Hockey at Sussex County level, Cricket for East Surrey and Football in the ISFA Cup at the highest school level. These experiences have shaped a performance mindset built around discipline, teamwork and consistently striving to win. I thrive in fast-paced environments where effort, persistence and communication directly translate into results. Known for my energy, reliability and strong interpersonal skills, I am motivated by targets, continuous improvement and the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing sales team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
London
- Installed bike hangars across London as part of a small installation team.
- Operated large flatbed vehicles and specialised installation equipment safely.
- Worked closely with team members to complete installations efficiently and on schedule.
- Developed strong teamwork and time management skills while working across multiple projects.
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
London
- Built bike hangars using power tools and raw materials in a production environment.
- Maintained productivity and quality standards while working to daily targets.
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
London
- Installed bike hangars across London as part of a small installation team.
- Operated large flatbed vehicles and specialised installation equipment safely.
- Worked closely with team members to complete installations efficiently and on schedule.
- Developed strong teamwork and time management skills while working across multiple projects.
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
London
- Installed bike hangars across London as part of a small installation team.
- Operated large flatbed vehicles and specialised installation equipment safely.
- Worked closely with team members to complete installations efficiently and on schedule.
- Developed strong teamwork and time management skills while working across multiple projects.
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
London
- Worked alongside the surveying team within a global engineering consultancy.
- Gained insight into commercial property and project management.
- Offered future employment conditional on university degree performance.
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
London
- Built bike hangars using power tools and raw materials in a production environment.
- Maintained productivity and quality standards while working to daily targets.
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
London
- Built bike hangars using power tools and raw materials in a production environment.
- Maintained productivity and quality standards while working to daily targets.
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
Reigate
- Observed branding, marketing and website development projects.
- Developed understanding of how branding and positioning influence consumer behaviour.
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
London
- Worked alongside the surveying team within a global engineering consultancy.
- Gained insight into commercial property and project management.
- Offered future employment conditional on university degree performance.
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
London
- Worked alongside the surveying team within a global engineering consultancy.
- Gained insight into commercial property and project management.
- Offered future employment conditional on university degree performance.
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
Reigate
- Observed branding, marketing and website development projects.
- Developed understanding of how branding and positioning influence consumer behaviour.
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
Reigate
- Observed branding, marketing and website development projects.
- Developed understanding of how branding and positioning influence consumer behaviour.
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
Gatwick Airport
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure airport environment requiring strong teamwork, communication and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff to ensure safe and efficient aircraft turnaround.
- Manage physically demanding tasks while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards.
- Demonstrate reliability, discipline and adaptability while working rotating shifts and tight deadlines.
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
Gatwick Airport
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure airport environment requiring strong teamwork, communication and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff to ensure safe and efficient aircraft turnaround.
- Manage physically demanding tasks while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards.
- Demonstrate reliability, discipline and adaptability while working rotating shifts and tight deadlines.
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
Gatwick Airport
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure airport environment requiring strong teamwork, communication and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff to ensure safe and efficient aircraft turnaround.
- Manage physically demanding tasks while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards.
- Demonstrate reliability, discipline and adaptability while working rotating shifts and tight deadlines.
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
London
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked directly with the Head of Maintenance supporting the repair and maintenance of bike storage infrastructure across London.
- Communicated with team members and clients on-site to ensure smooth delivery of projects.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills when identifying and fixing faults with installations.
- Maintained efficiency while working across multiple locations in a fast-moving operational environment.
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
London
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked directly with the Head of Maintenance supporting the repair and maintenance of bike storage infrastructure across London.
- Communicated with team members and clients on-site to ensure smooth delivery of projects.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills when identifying and fixing faults with installations.
- Maintained efficiency while working across multiple locations in a fast-moving operational environment.
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
London
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked directly with the Head of Maintenance supporting the repair and maintenance of bike storage infrastructure across London.
- Communicated with team members and clients on-site to ensure smooth delivery of projects.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills when identifying and fixing faults with installations.
- Maintained efficiency while working across multiple locations in a fast-moving operational environment.
Courier
Hermes
Redhill
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered thousands of packages within assigned delivery routes.
- Managed time efficiently to meet delivery targets and deadlines.
- Provided reliable and friendly customer interactions during deliveries.
- Developed strong independence, accountability and problem-solving skills.
Courier
Hermes
Redhill
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered thousands of packages within assigned delivery routes.
- Managed time efficiently to meet delivery targets and deadlines.
- Provided reliable and friendly customer interactions during deliveries.
- Developed strong independence, accountability and problem-solving skills.
Courier
Hermes
Redhill
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered thousands of packages within assigned delivery routes.
- Managed time efficiently to meet delivery targets and deadlines.
- Provided reliable and friendly customer interactions during deliveries.
- Developed strong independence, accountability and problem-solving skills.
General Labourer
Construction Work
Caterham
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted with general construction tasks including decking, wall stripping and slab installation.
- Supported site efficiency by maintaining organisation and completing tasks quickly and safely.
General Labourer
Construction Work
Caterham
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted with general construction tasks including decking, wall stripping and slab installation.
- Supported site efficiency by maintaining organisation and completing tasks quickly and safely.
General Labourer
Construction Work
Caterham
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted with general construction tasks including decking, wall stripping and slab installation.
- Supported site efficiency by maintaining organisation and completing tasks quickly and safely.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Caterham
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Delivered customer orders whilst maintaining high service standards.
- Developed early customer service experience interacting with customers.
- Demonstrated reliability and time management while balancing work with education.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Caterham
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Delivered customer orders whilst maintaining high service standards.
- Developed early customer service experience interacting with customers.
- Demonstrated reliability and time management while balancing work with education.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Caterham
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Delivered customer orders whilst maintaining high service standards.
- Developed early customer service experience interacting with customers.
- Demonstrated reliability and time management while balancing work with education.
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
Caterham
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered customer service during events and hospitality functions.
- Developed communication skills through regular customer interaction.
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
Caterham
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered customer service during events and hospitality functions.
- Developed communication skills through regular customer interaction.
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
Caterham
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered customer service during events and hospitality functions.
- Developed communication skills through regular customer interaction.
Education
Trader Development Programme - Finance
Axia Futures
06.2025 -
CeMAP 1 Mortgage Advisor Certification - Mortgage Advice
LIBF
A Levels - Business & Economics, Psychology, Physical Education
Dunottar School
ReigateIGCSE / GCSE - English Literature (A), Divinity & Philosophy (A), Physical Education (A), English Language (B), Science Double Award (B), Geography (B), Mathematics (C), Spanish (C)
Ardingly College
Skills
- Communication & relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Target-driven mindset
- Resilience and work ethic
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
Interests & Achievements
Sussex County Hockey (3 seasons), East Surrey Cricket (2 seasons), ISFA Cup Football (highest school level), Financial markets and trading, Fitness and competitive Sport, Music Production, Piano, Chess
Timeline
Trader Development Programme - Finance
Axia Futures
06.2025 -
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
11.2023 - 03.2026
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
11.2023 - 03.2026
Ramp Agent
Menzies Aviation
11.2023 - 03.2026
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
09.2022 - 09.2023
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
09.2022 - 09.2023
Maintenance Assistant
Cyclehoop
09.2022 - 09.2023
Courier
Hermes
04.2021 - 03.2022
Courier
Hermes
04.2021 - 03.2022
Courier
Hermes
04.2021 - 03.2022
General Labourer
Construction Work
01.2021 - 03.2021
General Labourer
Construction Work
01.2021 - 03.2021
General Labourer
Construction Work
01.2021 - 03.2021
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
01.2019 - 07.2020
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
01.2019 - 07.2020
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
01.2019 - 07.2020
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bar Staff / Waiter
Surrey National Golf Club
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
Bike Hangar Installer
Cyclehoop
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
Warehouse Operative
Cyclehoop
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
Surveying Team Placement
Jacobs UK Ltd
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
Marketing & Branding Consultancy
Bradley Dyer Consultancy
A Levels - Business & Economics, Psychology, Physical Education
Dunottar School
IGCSE / GCSE - English Literature (A), Divinity & Philosophy (A), Physical Education (A), English Language (B), Science Double Award (B), Geography (B), Mathematics (C), Spanish (C)
Ardingly College
CeMAP 1 Mortgage Advisor Certification - Mortgage Advice
LIBF