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ROBIN PRESTON

Somerton,SOM

Summary

i am a motivated worker able to work on my own or in a team Ambitious and hardworking Handyman known for effectively maintenance and repair issues. Able to successfully perform electrical, painting, plumbing, and carpentry tasks. Friendly, experienced and detail-orientated.

I have a good knowledge of most handheld tools and machinery

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Handyman

self employed
Somerton, Somerset
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Cleaned and maintained building interior and exterior.
  • Prioritised safe systems of work in line with health and safety policies and method statements.
  • Removed previous paint layer by sandblasting, scraping and sanding.
  • Secured entries and exits for proper access control.
  • Prepared, painted and patched up surfaces for improved appearance.
  • Went above and beyond to provide timely, reliable and friendly service.
  • Performed basic electrical tasks, plumbing repairs and maintenance work.
  • Controlled inventory of repair, maintenance and cleaning supplies.
  • Determined tools and equipment needed to complete maintenance and repair jobs quickly.
  • Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
  • Organised tools and work spaces to maintain efficiency.

covid tester

NHS Foundation Trust
Taunton, Somerset
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Extracted software testing requirements from business requirements and functional specifications.
  • Facilitated effective decision-making by proactively participating in daily scrum stand-ups.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.

revenue protection officer

edf energy
exeter, devon
08.2006 - 01.2021

anti theft detection, to investigate loss of supply to residential homes and business property's, to correct any electrical metering work that had been tampered with by customers and ensure the electrical installation was safe,

complete statements and paperwork were required, also debt recovery work were a customer refuses to pay there electricity bill, install a pre-payment electric meter were suitable . i was also a team mentor training new staff how to approach customers and follow all company regulations .

Shop Keeper

self employed
Yeovil, SOM
03.2005 - 02.2006

general duties of a shop owner ,order stock fill shelves ,serv customers.

  • Managed thorough inventory with methodical stock ordering processes to continually meet customer demand.
  • Handled staff rotas to ensure efficient store running whilst maintaining excellent profit margins.
  • Built growing customer loyalty through strategic offers, promotions and consistent quality service.

Assistant Manager

travis perkins
Wincanton, SOM
03.2000 - 01.2006

i started this job as a yard sales assistant serving customers and loading there vehicles by hand and forklift ,i was later moved into the shop as a heavy side product leader ordering timber , bricks , blocks , etc . after about a year i was asked to work in the yard as a supervisor over seeing customer orders for delivery ,keeping up stock levels and over seeing 2 members of staff, 2 years later i was promoted to assistant manager , duties included correct pricing for account customers.

  • Supported long-term business-need strategies, generated customer-relations feedback for process improvements.
  • Mentored and motivated team to achieve sales targets ensuring continued progression and profitability.
  • Addressed customer issues to ensure quick and successful resolution.
  • Improved efficiency by training staff on best practices and protocol.

driver /labourer

cb transport
telford, SHR
01.1988 - 01.1999

duties included loading of lorries and door step deliveries of wheeled bins to residential customers across the country , to adhere to health and safety

Education

GCSE -

Wincanton secondary school
Wincanton, SOM
1982

Skills

  • Clean driving record
  • Excellent time management
  • Motivational team player
  • Safety protocols
  • First aid and CPR
  • Safety-minded worker
  • Independent worker

Timeline

Handyman

self employed
02.2022 - 08.2022

covid tester

NHS Foundation Trust
10.2021 - 03.2022

revenue protection officer

edf energy
08.2006 - 01.2021

Shop Keeper

self employed
03.2005 - 02.2006

Assistant Manager

travis perkins
03.2000 - 01.2006

driver /labourer

cb transport
01.1988 - 01.1999

GCSE -

Wincanton secondary school
ROBIN PRESTON