Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
OperationsManager

paul broadhead

batley,west yorkshire

Summary

Experienced grab driver and tarmacer with a proven track record in efficient muck removal, backfilling operations, and tarmac reinstatement across West Yorkshire. Demonstrates expertise in vehicle inspection, safe driving practices, and customer service, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services while maintaining high safety standards. Skilled in route planning and risk assessment, with a commitment to maintaining clean and safe working environments. Holds a driving licence and excels in multitasking to achieve service time and quality targets. Career goal: To continue enhancing operational efficiency within the utilities sector.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

grab driver

bds yorkshire
08.2024 - Current

Supplied tarmac to work teams using grab equipment.
Assisted in backfilling tasks with sandstone and other materials.
Conducted muck removal operations from various sites nationwide.

  • Collected and delivered goods and materials.
  • Delivered goods and services to customers on time and made sure they were in excellent condition.
  • Used safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
  • Maintained vehicle in optimum condition for safety and reliability.
  • Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs.

grab driver

d n reilley
01.2017 - 07.2024

Executed efficient muck moving and backfilling operations across various sites in West Yorkshire to ensure site readiness and compliance.

  • Collected and delivered goods and materials.
  • Maintained vehicle in optimum condition for safety and reliability.
  • Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs.

tarmacer

d n reiley
03.2017 - 06.2024

Supervised operations of hotbox gang on NGN network, ensuring efficient reinstatement of holes and multiple track work with tarmac across West Yorkshire.

  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
  • Achieved service time and quality targets.
  • Handled customer concerns and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
  • Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.

Labourer

Morrison Utility Services
01.2011 - 01.2015

started at morrisons utility on the electric. My duties were a labourer on the white top and blacktop reinstatement learning multiple skills in the trade which I stayed for a few years and then went on to work on my skills in different roles in the utilities which I think I have done quite well for myself

  • Kept tools and equipment organised and in good working condition.
  • Removed waste materials and ensured site cleanliness, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel.
  • Provided general labour support across multiple construction sites, adapting quickly to new tasks and teams.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors to complete tasks accurately and within designated timeframes.
  • Operated a variety of power tools and machinery, including drills and compactors, following safety protocols.

white topper tarmacer

ussl
06.2010 - 04.2012

had a quick spell at USSL; my role was whitetopper slash tarmacer on the NGN network; role was reinstating holes with tarmac concrete, fitting curbs, edgings, ducting, etc in the footway road and gardens all over West Yorkshire.

  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
  • Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Sheet Metal Worker

dh fabrications
03.1991 - 01.2011

Assisted in completing City and Guilds qualification in fabrication and welding over five years.
Developed skills in welding and fabricating materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, brass, and copper.
Supported the interpretation of blueprints to produce components for Ministry of Defence and various tanker groups.

  • Fabricated a range of high-quality sheet metal products using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
  • Measured, cut and shaped sheet metal to create structures of diverse shapes and sizes.
  • Resized or reshaped objects by cutting metal sheets into desired shapes and sizes using hand or powered tools.
  • Delivered high-quality work after measuring, adjusting and aligning components accurately to match specifications.
  • Marked sheet metal for cutting or shaping to match technical drawing specifications or customers' requirements.
  • Utilised welding tools and equipment to weld together different metal sheets for various construction, business or household items.

Education

city guilds - fabrication and welding

Kirklees College
Dewsbury
01-1996

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Safe driving practices
  • Customer service
  • Route planning
  • Risk assessment
  • Driving licence
  • Punctuality
  • Multitasking

Certification

class 1 class 2 license

cpc

streetworks

first aid

manual handling

abrasive wheels

cscs

Timeline

grab driver

bds yorkshire
08.2024 - Current

tarmacer

d n reiley
03.2017 - 06.2024

grab driver

d n reilley
01.2017 - 07.2024

Labourer

Morrison Utility Services
01.2011 - 01.2015

white topper tarmacer

ussl
06.2010 - 04.2012

Sheet Metal Worker

dh fabrications
03.1991 - 01.2011

city guilds - fabrication and welding

Kirklees College
paul broadhead