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Paul Adams

Newquay,Cornwall

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in problem solving, time management with the ability to achieve results. Capacity to work remotely and a willingness to learn new skills. Skilled in a variety of construction sectors, ensuring compliance and safety standards are met.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Developer

PDA European Ltd
Newquay, Cornwall
05.2021 - Current

This role has involved every aspect of property redevelopment alongside the completion of various home improvement and landscaping projects from design to finish.

All electrical, plumbing, general building works as required for the completion of the projects undertaken. Management of labour/trades as required, self motivation and the ability to problem solve on a daily basis essential. Responsible for financial budgeting/planing of projects to ensure customer satisfaction and profitability of in house projects.

Ability to adapt and learn new skills on the job have been essential

Company director

PDA European Ltd
Newquay, Cornwall
03.2004 - Current

PDA European Ltd was set up in 2004 as small European Transport company. As company director responsible for the daily business finances and general viability.

As registered transport manager, compliance, health & safety, day to day planing and driver management covered. Ensuring safe and punctual collection and delivery of customers goods utilising the various company vehicles across Scandinavia & Europe was achieved.

HGV driver class 1

Symphony Kitchens
Leeds, West Yorkshire
07.2002 - 03.2004

Safe delivery of Kitchen units across the UK achieved by adhering strictly to traffic laws.

Maintained vehicle cleanliness for professional representation of company.

Completed long-distance hauls with consistent punctuality.

Checked vehicle before each shift, ensuring safety on the road.

Mobile Home engeneer

EPS Ltd
LEEDS, W.Yorkshire
01.1999 - 07.2002

Position involved traveling around Europe installing and removing mobile homes for various UK based holiday companies.

During September to January I would work in a team of 2 decommissioning and uninstalling mobile homes all over mainland Europe with a base in the Vendee, France which we shared with 4 other install teams. January to June we would install and commissioning new homes ready for the coming holiday season. During the summer month general maintenance duties were undertaken where necessary.

The job involved being away for up to 6 months at a time traveling Europe and being responsible for a fully equipped 4x4 and 2 tonne trailer full of the necessary equipment.

Draughtsman

EPS Ltd
Yeovil, Somerset
04.1998 - 02.1999
  • Produced detailed technical drawings by utilising CAD software.
  • Assisted engineers with design and layout for improved productivity.
  • Refined designs based on feedback, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with clients to understand their design needs.
  • Managed the company's accreditation to ISO9001 and carried out internal audits to ensure manufacturing procedures were followed.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installations

Access Training UK Ltd
Cardiff
01.2021 - 11.2021

Certificate of Higher Education - Transport

City & Guilds
10.2003 - 02.2024

NVQ Level 3 - CONSTUCTION IN THE BUILT ENVIROMENT

Weymouth Collage
Weymouth
09.1996 - 04.1998

GCSEs -

Budmouth Technical Collage
Weymouth
09.1992 - 04.1996

Skills

  • CE Driving Licence
  • Plumbing
  • Carpentry
  • Electrical Installations
  • Test & Inspect
  • Ability to solve Problems

Timeline

Developer

PDA European Ltd
05.2021 - Current

NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installations

Access Training UK Ltd
01.2021 - 11.2021

Company director

PDA European Ltd
03.2004 - Current

Certificate of Higher Education - Transport

City & Guilds
10.2003 - 02.2024

HGV driver class 1

Symphony Kitchens
07.2002 - 03.2004

Mobile Home engeneer

EPS Ltd
01.1999 - 07.2002

Draughtsman

EPS Ltd
04.1998 - 02.1999

NVQ Level 3 - CONSTUCTION IN THE BUILT ENVIROMENT

Weymouth Collage
09.1996 - 04.1998

GCSEs -

Budmouth Technical Collage
09.1992 - 04.1996
Paul Adams