Darren Wiggin

Handy Man Skills

• Secured, handled and stored keys and alarm codes required to enter premises
• Dismantled and removed old bathroom/kitchen units before installations
• Partnered with bathroom fitters/kitchen fitters on complete bathroom/kitchen renovations, successfully completing projects within strict deadlines
• Cleaned work areas after project completion to leave customers satisfied with professional bathroom/kitchen spaces
• Identified and diagnosed faults and failures with bathroom/kitchen fittings
• Diagnosed and repaired problems with household appliances connected to plumbing systems
• Inspected appliances including toilets and sinks, organising further repairs and maintenance as necessary
• Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains and maintaining gutters
• Plumbed in kitchen appliances
• Investigated tenants problems and managed solutions accordingly
• Cleaned and maintained building interiors and exteriors
• Cleaned, repaired and inspected units to prepare for new tenant move-ins
• Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring
• Properly refurbished furniture and ordered new pieces when needed
• Maintained excellent client satisfaction by keeping customers updated on project progress and answering questions
• Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials
• Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing and priming surfaces
• Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods, both indoors and outdoors
• Refreshed walls, doors and trims with strict attention to detail
• Accomplished repairs and renovations to exact customer specifications
• Responded quickly to maintenance and repair requests for enhanced customer service
• Built rapport with clients to encourage referrals

Gardening Skills

• Employed expertise in garden design to prepare for seasonal changes
• Performed landscaping, including mowing & fence installations
• Maintained and serviced garden machinery, increasing average equipment lifespan
• Improved herbaceous borders through weeding, seasonal pruning and cutting back
• Cleared weeds, leaves and snow, applying salt to hard surfaces when necessary
• Disposed of litter and organic waste following proper procedure
• Liaised with estate manager, residents and other on-site contractors
• Planned and executed solo projects to improve garden design capabilities
• Maintained professional appearance of garden and growing space with continuous care
• Removed rubbish and discarded plant pieces to restore gardens to attractive, professional states
• Tended to developing plants with correct levels of water, fertiliser and pruning
• Moved supplies, produce and equipment using safe loading and transport techniques
• Planted and transplanted flowers, trees and shrubs
• Tended to high maintenance plants through hand pruning and watering
• Propagated seeds, bulbs and cuttings to grow new plants
• Kept buildings, fences and equipment in good working order with regular repairs
• Operated simple machines and gardening hand tools to prepare commercial plots, council allotments and private gardens for new plantings

• Completed quick-turnaround cleaning of vehicles between routes
• Wiped down fixtures to remove built-up dust and maintain appearance
• Sanitised communal touchpoints for optimum worker and visitor health and wellness
• Coordinated and performed numerous cleaning jobs per day
• Followed health and safety standards governing correct use of chemicals
• Conducted thorough venue inspections to accurately identify cleaning needs
• Used correct procedures to clean floors, communal areas and work spaces
• Employed optimal safety practices to eliminate risks, hazards and accidents
• Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods
• Located and retrieved requested products on shop floor and in storage areas
• Maintained neat and clean store areas in line with health and safety policies
• Oversaw physical organisation of storage facilities to maximise capacity while keeping areas neat and orderly
• Planned orders with supplies, producing re-order point reports to guide strategic decision-making
• Employed manual handling procedures to carry out safe stock counts
• Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs
• Handled multiple tasks simultaneously, maximising work efficiency and productivity

• I am currently the only maintenance person within the Portsmouth and surrounding areas for the Wetherspoons company. I usually cover Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Gosport and the Cosham premises. I complete many different tasks and have a wide variety of skills
• Routinely check the premises for suitability for customer service and safety
• Upkeep of outdoor areas, including jet washing, gutter maintenance and pointing
• Building upkeep, including doors, window, tables, chairs, kitchen appliances, plumbing, rest room upkeep and painting and decorating
• I maintain a safe and tidy work environment by routinely clearing up debris and materials
• Conducted regular inspections of properties for potential repairs or improvements.
• Undertook general maintenance tasks to maintain property condition.
• Completed small brickwork jobs, enhancing structural integrity of buildings.
• Provided quality customer service, resolving client concerns efficiently.
• Fixed broken furniture guaranteeing comfortability for occupants.
• Replaced damaged tiles in bathrooms and kitchens, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Installed new hardware like door knobs and hinges resulting in improved security.
• Fixed plumbing issues promptly, preventing further damage and inconvenience to clients.
• Painted interior and exterior surfaces, refreshing property appearance.
• Performed carpentry work, improving overall aesthetic of properties.