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Robert Mactavish

Lochgilphead,Argyll

Summary

Reliable joinery professional with 20 plus years industry experience. Offers excellent communication and good judgment to effectively meet team needs. Proactive planner and problem solver.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Joiner/carpenter/site supervisor

Noremac Argyll ltd
Lochgilphead, Argyll
2019.06 - Current
  • All aspects of construction works from timber frame new builds to traditional renovations
  • Property maintenance schedules and works for housing associations such as fyne homes , Acha etc
  • Built custom furniture for clients, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Completed restoration work on listed buildings with precision and care.
  • Running and overseeing building sites and smaller jobs.
  • Traditional roofing using traditional materials and techniques.

Self employed Joiner

Mactavish Joinery
Lochgilphead, Argyll
2013.06 - 2019.06
  • Measured and marked out materials with accuracy for precise cuts and joints.
  • Streamlined workflow through efficient organisation of the workspace.
  • Interpreted blueprints accurately to deliver desired results.
  • Installed doors, windows, stairs, resulting in improved property aesthetics.
  • Fabricated high-quality joinery components to meet client specifications.
  • Maintained workshop tools for prolonged use and efficiency.
  • Provided guidance on material selection leading to cost-effective solutions for clients.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale projects smoothly.
  • Maintained a clean and organised workspace, promoting efficiency and safety.
  • Ensured project completion within deadlines with meticulous time management skills.
  • Completed restoration work on listed buildings with precision and care.
  • Showcased craftsmanship with bespoke pieces, earning customer appreciation.
  • Worked on Ormsary estate for Sir William lithgow , renovating and restoring estate buildings for a number of years.

Joiner

M and K Macleods
Lochgilphead, Argyll
2001.06 - 2013.06

Completed my modern apprenticeship and worked on for a number of years as a fully qualified tradesman .

Timber frame production .

Timber frame construction.

Health and safety protocols.

First aid training.

Property maintenance.

Workshop joinery.

Windows, doors and conservatory replacement and construction.

Education

SVQ Level 6 - SVQ in occupational work supervision (construction

Esteem training limited
Glasgow
03.2021

SVQ Level 3 - Apprenticeship in Carpentry & Joinery

CITB - ConstructionSkills

Skills

  • Joinery installation
  • Building regulations knowledge
  • Environmentally conscious construction practices
  • Precision craftsmanship
  • Door and window fitting
  • Masonry work
  • Painting and varnishing
  • Measuring and marking precision
  • Floor installation proficiency
  • Structural carpentry
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Glazing installation
  • Scaffolding setup knowledge
  • Material selection expertise
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Roof construction
  • Power tool operation
  • Hand tool expertise
  • Bench joinery
  • Precision measurement
  • Resource efficiency
  • Blueprint and schematic drawings
  • Construction mathematics
  • Scaffold erecting
  • Quality control vigilance
  • Material estimation
  • Complex problem resolution
  • Deadline management
  • Patience with detailed work
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Deadline adherence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent communication
  • Client consultation
  • Craftsmanship pride
  • On-Site problem resolution
  • Worksite organisation
  • Team Leadership
  • Client communication

Certification

Full, clean driving licence.

CITB V2 setting up and operating a safe construction site.

Recent first aid training.

Hobbies

Active rugby player for Mid Argyll Rugby club Men's Senior Team

Volunteer coach for Mid-Argyll Minis (p4-p6)

Snowboarding, Mountain Biking, Canoeing. 

Collecting/playing music .

Timeline

Joiner/carpenter/site supervisor

Noremac Argyll ltd
2019.06 - Current

Self employed Joiner

Mactavish Joinery
2013.06 - 2019.06

Joiner

M and K Macleods
2001.06 - 2013.06

SVQ Level 6 - SVQ in occupational work supervision (construction

Esteem training limited

SVQ Level 3 - Apprenticeship in Carpentry & Joinery

CITB - ConstructionSkills
Robert Mactavish