Shane Slingsby
Bradford
Summary
Highly skilled and reliable professional with extensive experience in building refurbishment planning and construction proficiency. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, leadership, and a strong team player ethos. Adept at high-value project management, property assessments, and knowledgeable in building regulations and inspection. Multi-skilled in various trades with a willingness to train and a quick learner. Committed to delivering quality results through hard work and dedication to construction practices. Career goal includes advancing expertise in joint construction knowledge while leveraging software application competency for efficient project execution.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Development Surveyor
Momentum Finance Group Ltd
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2025.02 - Current
- Site surveys to ascertain the stage of completion of developments and analyse applications from clients.
- Performed detailed site inspections to ensure construction adhered to project plans.
- Demonstrated a deep understanding of health and safety regulations during site visits.
- Assessed previous records and identified evidence to determine data accuracy.
- Collaborated with engineers and architects to execute projects.
- Presented findings and provided information to clients.
- Conducted cost analysis and estimation, providing accurate assessments for project planning.
- Fostered strong relationships with existing and new clients for increased satisfaction.
Technical Coach
Yorkshire Housing
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.01 - 2025.02
- Full responsibility for a regional team of operatives in empty homes.
- Responsible for in-person training of all staff in any areas of work required.
- Direct link between operatives and upper management.
- Liaison for all clients requiring repairs, accessibility modifications and general upgrades.
- Responsible for delivering reports on potential disposals of properties and options appraisals of viability of stock.
- Responsible for all quality control measures and implementation.
- Responsible for maintaining all tools and van stocks for all employees.
- Responsible for all Health and Safety based equipment checks.
- Responsible for undertaking interviews for all new starters.
- Responsible for investigating reports of any misconduct or employee behaviour unbecoming.
- Direct point of contact for all front line employees as a representative of management.
Multi Skilled Operative
Yorkshire Housing
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2022.11 - 2024.01
- Full responsibility for all works undertaken in empty homes involving all trades.
- Undertaking of all high importance works.
- Dealing with all works involved with customer complaints to ensure high standards and customer satisfaction.
- Engaged in all company platforms as a representative for all frontline employees.
- Implemented several new procedures and improvements to frontline services to streamline working methods and improve employee wellbeing.
- Partook in many internal training courses to better understand company work practices and to be able to deliver improvements.
- Partook in management training to further my career.
Multi skilled operative
Guardian property care ltd
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2018.09 - 2022.11
- Took on the responsibility of running the void/empty homes side of the business, being the direct point of contact point for our biggest client.
- Maintained fast pace and attention to detail to meet productivity targets.
- Complete installations of kitchens & bathrooms.
- Plastering & decorating.
- Grounds work & fencing.
- Executed routine maintenance tasks, ensured smooth operation of machinery.
- Demonstrated commitment to team goals by sharing expertise and resources.
- Delivered efficient service by performing multiple roles as required.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and plans to determine material requirements with 100% accuracy.
- Most aspects of building trade were undertaken.
- Prioritised daily tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Completed complex repairs for improved performance and safety.
Telesales operative
Andrew Page ltd
Halifax, Calderdale
2017.06 - 2018.09
- Answering inbound sales calls from customers
- Outbound sales calls and customer support
- Management of customer spending
- Analysed customer feedback regularly, resulting in improved telesales strategies over time.
- Managed call lists, ensuring seamless operation of telesales activities.
- Achieved superior results in telesales through diligent follow-up on leads and extensive product knowledge sharing with prospective clients.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changes in the telesales environment.
- Handled calls promptly and professionally using proven telesales skills.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products, contributing to successful telesales pitches.
Warehouse Manager
Andrew Page ltd
Halifax, Calderdale
2016.02 - 2017.06
- All goods in and out
- Data inputting and paperwork entry
- Stock take supervisor
- Implemented cost-saving measures, leading to a significant reduction in overheads.
- Improved accuracy of stock control with regular stocktakes and database updates.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Enhanced team morale with open communication and positive leadership.
- Optimised space utilisation by rearranging warehouse layout.
- Supervised daily warehousing activities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Reported daily warehouse performance data and updated company logs.
- Spearheaded improvements in warehouse operations and workflow to optimise efficiency.
Dispatch manager
Andrew Page ltd
Halifax, Calderdale
2012.01 - 2016.02
- Picking of all parts and sundries for delivery.
- Organizing and allocating runs to drivers.
- Completing all daily paperwork.
- Daily maintenance of outstanding grc's and all outstanding orders.
- Cover for the warehouse manager and all related duties.
- Warehouse stores maintenance.
- Streamlined workflow for improved operational efficiency.
- Achieved seamless operations with regular communication and team coordination.
- Resolved conflicts swiftly, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Prioritised tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines.
- Enhanced team morale with effective leadership skills.
- Navigated complex logistical challenges, ensuring smooth operations.
Delivery driver
Andrew Page ltd
Halifax, Calderdale
2011.03 - 2012.01
- Delivering car parts.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team to ensure timely deliveries.
- Handled cash transactions accurately preventing discrepancies at end of day tallying.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, restoring trust in the service provided.
- Provided excellent customer service, enhancing company reputation.
- Ensured safety by regular vehicle inspections and maintenance.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness for a professional appearance.
Bathroom and kitchen fitter
Self Employed
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2008.06 - 2011.03
- Designing fitted bathrooms and kitchens.
- Sourcing Materials.
- Liaising with customers and suppliers by phone and face to face.
- Fitting bathrooms and kitchens.
- Achieved client satisfaction with high-quality installation work.
- Interpreted complex blueprints accurately, leading to successful installations.
- Utilised specialist tools proficiently for precise cutting and assembly tasks.
- Installed bespoke kitchen cabinets to meet customer specifications.
- Adapted fitting methods for complex kitchen designs.
- Accommodated last-minute changes in designs or plans without compromising on work quality.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of different materials used in kitchen design, contributing to quality output.
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship by paying close attention to detail during each stage of the fitting process.
Salesman
Dramaduel
Pudsey, West Yorkshire
2008.03 - 2008.06
- Cold calling.
- Visiting customers and demonstrating products.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in all client interactions, ensuring clear mutual understanding at all times.
- Utilised comprehensive understanding of the product range to advise customers effectively.
Team leader
Whiteghyll plastics Ltd
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2005.01 - 2008.01
- Leading team of Shop fitters.
- Assessing and ordering required materials for each job.
- Liaising with clients at all levels up to MD's.
- Dealing with all relevant paperwork including stock control, time sheets etc.
- Training personnel in all required procedures and techniques.
- Assuming delivery duties nationwide when work was quite.
- Installation and on-site manufacturing of all signage.
- Signage specialists.
- Reduced staff turnover with an effective motivation strategy.
- Introduced innovative solutions which maximised output without compromising quality.
- Led project coordination, resulting in timely delivery.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Resolved conflicts effectively, promoting harmony within the workforce.
- Streamlined workflow for a more efficient process.
Bathroom and kitchen design/fitter
Self Employed
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2002.06 - 2004.12
- Designing fitted bathrooms and kitchens.
- Sourcing Materials.
- Liaising with customers and suppliers by phone and face to face.
- Fitting bathrooms and kitchens.
- Followed strict health and safety regulations for a safe working environment.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of different materials used in kitchen design, contributing to quality output.
- Installed bespoke kitchen cabinets to meet customer specifications.
- Accommodated last-minute changes in designs or plans without compromising on work quality.
Warehouse general duties
John Menzies
Bradford, West Yorkshire
2001.02 - 2002.05
- Picking bulk paper orders from job sheets.
- Delivering orders to designated shops etc.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Head waiter
Nawaz 2 Restaurant
1999.10 - 2001.01
- Started as dishwasher and rose to head waiter.
- Taking orders and generally liaising with clients.
- Handling cash.
- General kitchen duties as required.
Education
GCSEs -
Buttershaw High School
Bradford 1996.09 - 1998.09
Aspiring Managers
Yorkshire Housing
Leeds 2023.06 - 2023.06
HDN Staff Mentoring Programme
CPD
London 2023.10 - 2024.06
First Aid At Work
St Johns Ambulance
Bradford 2025.04 - 2025.04
Emergency First Aid At Work
Qualsafe
Bradford 2023.06 - 2023.06
SSSTS
CITB
Bradford 2025.05 - 2025.05
Skills
- Hard working
- Reliable
- Excellent communication skills
- Team player
- Leadership
- Willingness to train
- Quick learner
- Multi skilled in a variety of trades
- Building refurbishment planning
- Construction proficiency
- Construction practices
- Joint construction knowledge
- Knowledge of building regulations
- Building inspection
- Software application competency
- High-value project management
- Property assessments
Personal Information
- Age: 42
- Number of Children: 2
Timeline
SSSTS
CITB
2025.05 - 2025.05
First Aid At Work
St Johns Ambulance
2025.04 - 2025.04
Development Surveyor
Momentum Finance Group Ltd
2025.02 - Current
Technical Coach
Yorkshire Housing
2024.01 - 2025.02
HDN Staff Mentoring Programme
CPD
2023.10 - 2024.06
Aspiring Managers
Yorkshire Housing
2023.06 - 2023.06
Emergency First Aid At Work
Qualsafe
2023.06 - 2023.06
Multi Skilled Operative
Yorkshire Housing
2022.11 - 2024.01
Multi skilled operative
Guardian property care ltd
2018.09 - 2022.11
Telesales operative
Andrew Page ltd
2017.06 - 2018.09
Warehouse Manager
Andrew Page ltd
2016.02 - 2017.06
Dispatch manager
Andrew Page ltd
2012.01 - 2016.02
Delivery driver
Andrew Page ltd
2011.03 - 2012.01
Bathroom and kitchen fitter
Self Employed
2008.06 - 2011.03
Salesman
Dramaduel
2008.03 - 2008.06
Team leader
Whiteghyll plastics Ltd
2005.01 - 2008.01
Bathroom and kitchen design/fitter
Self Employed
2002.06 - 2004.12
Warehouse general duties
John Menzies
2001.02 - 2002.05
Head waiter
Nawaz 2 Restaurant
1999.10 - 2001.01
GCSEs -
Buttershaw High School
1996.09 - 1998.09