Rory Chisholm

- Operated machining equipment with high precision, producing components to exact tolerances and engineering specifications.
- Supported assembly processes, following technical drawings and ensuring components were aligned, fitted, and secured correctly.
- Performed grinding and finishing tasks to achieve required surface quality and dimensional accuracy.
- Carried out packing and quality checks, ensuring parts met aerospace standards before dispatch.
- Followed strict health, safety, and aerospace compliance procedures, maintaining a safe and controlled working environment.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and measurements, developing strong spatial understanding and attention to detail.
- Worked with a range of tools and machinery, building confidence in mechanical systems and manufacturing workflows.
- Maintained organised workstations and contributed to lean, efficient production processes.
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians, communicating clearly and following precise instructions.
- Demonstrated reliability, problem‑solving, and the ability to stay focused during repetitive or technically demanding tasks.

- Assisted backstage at the D&B Soundscape stage across the 2023 and 2024 festivals, supporting the technical team in a live, high‑pressure environment.
- Helped move and organise equipment, developing strong spatial awareness and an understanding of workflow in large‑scale technical setups.
- Observed and discussed the design and engineering behind immersive audio spaces with Venue Technicians and Sound Engineers, gaining insight into complex system planning.
- Engaged with professional audio equipment both backstage and at the FOH desk, building confidence around technical hardware and signal‑flow concepts.
- Demonstrated curiosity and initiative by asking questions, learning processes, and understanding how different components integrate to create a functional venue.
- Worked collaboratively with technical staff, showing reliability, communication skills, and the ability to follow precise instructions.

- Accurately dispensed prescriptions in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
- Used pharmacy systems to locate, process, and prepare medications efficiently.
- Supported customers with medical queries and provided clear, professional guidance. - Maintained strong attention to detail to ensure safe and error‑free dispensing.
- Handled confidential patient information with professionalism and discretion.
Followed strict health, safety, and hygiene standards.
- Managed busy periods calmly and adapted quickly to changing priorities.
- Worked effectively with pharmacists and colleagues to support smooth daily operations.
- Carried out stock rotation, expiry checks, and basic inventory tasks.

- Worked front of house in the Paddock Wood Garden Centre café, keeping tables clear and the service area organised while welcoming customers throughout the day.
- Served drinks confidently as a fully trained barista, preparing coffees to a consistent standard and managing a steady flow of orders.
- Took customer orders, offered recommendations, and made sure everyone left satisfied with their experience.
- Carried out deep cleaning at closing time to meet food hygiene standards and keep the café running smoothly for the next day.
- Trained new team members, showing them daily routines, service expectations, and how to use the equipment safely.
- Took responsibility for opening and closing the concession, handling the practical tasks needed to get everything set up or shut down properly.
- Balanced customer service with behind‑the‑scenes organisation, staying calm and friendly even during busy periods.

- Worked alongside the caretaker to help maintain a large country estate, taking on a mix of outdoor and practical tasks.
- Trimmed hedges, cleared waste, and kept the grounds tidy, showing reliability and a willingness to get stuck into physical work.
- Helped with an ongoing house extension, gaining experience with basic construction tasks and seeing how different parts of a build come together.
- Cleaned walls, ponds, and outdoor areas, keeping the estate presentable and safe for residents and visitors.
- Adapted to whatever was needed on the day, from heavier jobs to detailed cleaning, and learned how to work methodically in a large outdoor environment.
- Built confidence working with tools and following instructions, especially on tasks that required care and attention.

- Worked behind the till and supported customers across different departments, using clear communication and a calm, helpful approach.
- Took responsibility for restocking products, including heavy lifting, organising stock, and keeping shelves tidy and accessible.
- Helped with outdoor maintenance tasks, making sure the store’s entrances and surrounding areas stayed clean, safe, and welcoming.
- Managed a mix of physical and customer‑facing duties, often switching tasks quickly depending on what the store needed.
- Followed safety guidelines when handling equipment and stock, staying aware of hazards and keeping work areas organised.
- Built a reputation for being reliable, adaptable, and willing to step in wherever support was needed.