Peter Martin

Within my role working for The Highland Council as a CWO i had many responsibilities. Some of these included carrying out maintenance and improvements of public space, including parks, cemeteries and communal areas.

Grounds / Outdoor Work

• Grass cutting
• Strimming
• Hedge trimming
• Planting
• Use of mowers ride on/ manual or small machinery
• Fixing broken down mowers and strimmers

Cleanliness

• Keeping areas tidy
• Attention to detail
• Taking pride in maintaining public spaces

Working With the Public

• Being polite and professional
• Helpful attitude/ motivated at work
• Dealing calmly with complaints/ reporting back to management

Health & Safety

• Safe use of equipment
• Manual handling

Reliability

• Working in all weather
• Good timekeeping

Within my role as saw mill manager i had many responsibilities.

• Managed day-to-day operations of sawmill, overseeing production targets and ensuring efficient timber processing.
• Supervised and coordinated with co-workers.
• Planned and scheduled production to meet customer orders and delivery deadlines.
• Monitored log intake, grading, cutting, and finishing processes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Ensured compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Oversaw machinery maintenance and arranged servicing and upkeep of machinery.
• Managed stock control of raw timber and finished products.
• Trained new employees on equipment use and safety procedures.

Within my role as tool hire supervisor i had many roles and responsibilities, some of these included:

• Supervised day-to-day operations of the Tool Hire department, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Managed hire bookings, contracts, and returns while maintaining accurate system records.
• Provided expert advice to customers on tool selection and safe operation.
• Ensured all equipment was inspected, cleaned, and maintained to safety standards before and after hire.
• Coordinated servicing, repairs, and compliance checks.
• Led and supported team members, allocating daily tasks and maintaining high customer service standards.
• Monitored stock levels and organised deliveries and collections.
• Handled customer queries and resolved issues professionally and efficiently.
• Achieved sales targets and promoted additional products and services.
• Maintained strict adherence to health & safety procedures within the yard and workshop.

Within my role at BSW Timber i had many responsibilities, some of these included:

• Operated sawmill machinery including bandsaws, log decks, conveyors, and cutting lines to process timber safely and efficiently.
• Monitored production flow.
• Graded timber and checked finished products for size accuracy and defects.
• Carried out routine machine checks and basic maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Reported faults promptly and worked alongside maintenance teams for repairs.
• Followed strict health & safety procedures, including correct PPE use and safe manual handling.
• Assisted with loading and unloading timber using forklifts or other handling equipment.
• Maintained a clean and organised work area in line with site standards.
• Worked effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Whilst working at NOR joinery i:

• Assisted qualified joiners with first and second fix carpentry on domestic and commercial projects.
• Prepared materials, measured and cut timber to specification.
• Helped install doors, frames, skirting, facings, kitchens, flooring, and stud partitions.
• Carried out site preparation and ensured work areas were kept clean and organised.
• Loaded and unloaded materials and tools safely.
• Operated hand and power tools under supervision.
• Followed health & safety procedures, including PPE use and safe manual handling.
• Worked efficiently as part of a team.