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Robert Ashley

Robert Ashley

Bristol,Avon and Somerset

Summary

Currently self employed plumber looking for a career change within the railway because I'm after job stability, working within a team and seek job satisfaction.

At present I’m a diligent plumber serving large client base for over 10 years. A highly motivated, proactive individual with extensive experience in central heating system repair and general maintenance in plumbing. Proven track record delivering trusted and reliable plumbing services as an individual or working in a team. Also offer emergency callout assistance to restore essential plumbing and heating in or out of working hours.

Ex military who served within the British Army with the 1st & 2nd battalions Grenadier Guards from 06/01/06 - 07/07/14. Served in and out of the country on operational tours of duty from all over europe, Africa, Falkland’s, Canada and Afghanistan.

Did promotion courses to allow me give, receive and deliver orders, lead 8 man sections on active tours duty and on public duties whilst on Queens guards in ceremonial tunics in front of the royal family and public whilst carrying out security and the task in hand.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work history

Self employed plumber

Self employed
Bristol , Bristol
01.2014 - Current


  • Inspected plumbing infrastructure to detect and resolve faults.
  • Dismantled and cleaned piping and fixtures for repair.
  • Provided friendly, professional service, checking customer satisfaction with completed works to uphold business reputation.
  • Supervised and positively motivated junior staff and apprentices.
  • Worked to deadlines and timescales and liaised with managers and customers for schedule changes.
  • Renovated building systems, improving drainage and disposal.
  • Cleaned and tidied work sites after job completion.
  • Maintained accurate property and file records on repair works and progress on jobs.
  • Completed all works to high standards in line with company and industry requirements.
  • Installation of bathrooms including wet rooms.

Plumber

CBTS
Bristol , Bristol
01.2014 - 01.2019


  • Installed plumbing and heating systems and executed tests to verify functionality.
  • Dismantled and cleaned piping and fixtures for repair work.
  • Provided friendly, professional service, checking customer satisfaction with completed works to uphold business reputation.
  • Worked to deadlines and timescales and liaised with managers and customers for schedule changes.
  • Cleaned and tidied work sites after job completions
  • Installed water supply systems, discharge pipes and sanitary fixtures.
  • Trained and supervised junior plumbers to maintain exceptional workmanship standards.
  • Performed reactive maintenance, facilitating 24-hour call-out services. .

Soldier

British Army
London, City of London
01.2006 - 07.2014
  • Coached teams on emergency situation preparedness, tactical planning and weapon use, maximising safety.
  • Performed fire team member duties during situational training exercises and over seas on operational tours of duty in war zones.
  • Managed security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting people.
  • Documented and processed classified materials for units, maintaining complete confidentiality.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises, providing maximum safety.
  • Developed and led training programmes in preparation for combat, maximising efficiency and safety.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, coherence and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Administered first aid and followed basic lifesaving procedures in emergency situations.
  • Carry out public duties to royal family in ceremony duties.
  • Leadership role in 8 man section.

Education

GCSEs -

Brislington school.
Bristol

NVQ Level 3 - Plumbing & heating.

City of Bristol collage
Bristol

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Working well in a team or as an individual
  • Understanding and receiving orders to carry out
  • Health and safety procedures
  • Good time keeping
  • Discipline
  • Task delegation
  • Customer-focused
  • Working well under pressure
  • Quick learner
  • Clean drivers license
  • Communication skills

Affiliations

  • Golf Football Rugby Family, friends and socialising

Accomplishments


  • Military Commanders Commendation in Afghanistan 2009/2010 for bravery & medical treatment given.
  • Commanders award for service in Afghanistan for leadership.
  • Command Leadership Management course pass.
  • Plumbing & heating apprenticeship.


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Timeline

Self employed plumber

Self employed
01.2014 - Current

Plumber

CBTS
01.2014 - 01.2019

Soldier

British Army
01.2006 - 07.2014

GCSEs -

Brislington school.

NVQ Level 3 - Plumbing & heating.

City of Bristol collage

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