Summary
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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Ronald McMillan

Poole,Dorset

Summary

Extensive experience in all aspects of boat fit-out, from initial stages to completion. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Proficient in machine, hand, and power tool operation, with a commitment to achieving perfection. Eager to continue learning, aiming to contribute effectively within a team environment.

Hard-working boat builder with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through planning and prioritisation.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter/Boat Builder

WQI Marine
Poole, Dorset
07.2021 - Current

Complete refit of an 82ft 2006 Sunseeker.

18 month contract with Sunseeker to build their 68 Manhatten yacths.

Conversion of a coach for a private client into a mobile home including garage at rear for a race car.

Fitting of teak decking on Oyster yachts.

Carpenter

Lamco Design
Poole, Dorset
05.2021 - 07.2025

Responsible for the fitting of bedroom furniture into homes of private clients as well as new builds.

Accurate measuring and scribing to ensure a perfect fit.

Clean and tidy at all times in clients property.

Fit out Carpenter

Sunseeker International
Poole, Dorset
04.2003 - 05.2021

Production of luxury motor yachts.

All aspects of final fit out although with extensive knowledge of first stage.

Ability to read and interpret drawings.

Striving to produce a quality product to tight schedule deadlines.

Carpentry team leader for 3 years responsible for up to 20 carpenters.

Travelling

Australia
04.2001 - 03.2003

Machine Technician

Hansatech Surface Electronics
Poole, Dorset
06.1999 - 03.2001

Machine technician working with Fuji surface mount machines.

Set up and programming the machines to produce PCB's.

Maintenance and repair of the machines when required.

Machine operator

National Tube Straightening
Poole, Dorset
02.1998 - 05.1999

Straightening of damaged scaffolding tube working nationwide.

Set up and strip down of machinery.

Competent use of machinery and power tools.

Machine operator

Panasonic
Thatcham, West Berkshire
01.1996 - 02.1998

Machine operator using Panasert surface mount machines manufacturing mobile phones.

High production producing 1500 units a day.

Controlling 6 machines on a production line ensuring to achieve targets.

Progressed to machine technician responsible for programming and maintenance of the machines.

Production worker

Compaq
Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland
08.1994 - 12.1995

Working on a production line producing electronic components.

Dexterity and speed to hit targets.

Maintain a tidy workplace at all times.

Sheet metal fabricator

Fullarton Fabrication
Irvine, North Ayrshire,Scotland
08.1992 - 07.1994

Production of sheet metal components.

Starting as a fly press operator then pem serter operator then being trained a a spot welder.

Education

Ravenspark Academy
Irvine, North Ayrshire, Scotland
/1988 - /1992

Skills

Great attention to detail, always striving for perfection

Personable with a willingness to continue to learn

Confident and competent machine, hand and power tool operation

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Team Leader experience

Experience in all aspects of boat fit out from first stage through to completion

Affiliations

  • I enjoy watching my children play football, Fly fishing and long walks with our dog.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Carpenter/Boat Builder

WQI Marine
07.2021 - Current

Carpenter

Lamco Design
05.2021 - 07.2025

Fit out Carpenter

Sunseeker International
04.2003 - 05.2021

Travelling

Australia
04.2001 - 03.2003

Machine Technician

Hansatech Surface Electronics
06.1999 - 03.2001

Machine operator

National Tube Straightening
02.1998 - 05.1999

Machine operator

Panasonic
01.1996 - 02.1998

Production worker

Compaq
08.1994 - 12.1995

Sheet metal fabricator

Fullarton Fabrication
08.1992 - 07.1994

Ravenspark Academy
/1988 - /1992
Ronald McMillan