Shannon Parkes
Camborne,Cornwall
Summary
I am an ambitious professional with strong leadership qualities and knack for strategic planning. I have high standards of communication skills and understanding people. I engage, set goals, problem solve and build relationships. I demonstrates proficiency in financial management and team building. Capable of driving business growth and fostering positive organisational culture.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Sole Proprietor
Parkes Painting Decorating Maintenance
Redruth, Cornwall
2015.09 - Current
- Prioritising time keeping and methodical approaches on everyday tasks to achieve daily targets
- Works on supermarkets, schools, care homes, listed buildings
- Deal with operational risk management, health & safety, security, fire and environmental issues
- Manage Budgets and business strategy
- Use many types of Microsoft Office suite of products. Emails, quotes and invoicing. Using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and often Teams/SharePoint for works efficiency and professionalism
- Manage a small group of sub contractors to help complete jobs efficiently and on time.
- Working regionally on residential, commercial and industrial buildings
- High level problem solving and innovation
- Liaising with clients and contractors and ensure projects run smooth
Painting foreman
B Jopson Painters & Decorators
Camborne, Cornwall
2007.05 - 2015.09
- Maintained inventory of paint supplies to avoid shortage during critical stages.
- Tackled unexpected problems during painting process swiftly and effectively.
- Ensured safety protocols were adhered to whilst on job site.
- Handled customer complaints professionally leading to satisfactory resolution.
- Achieved smooth finishes by applying paint evenly using brushes or rollers.
- Ensured clean workspace post task completion, leaving premises in pristine condition.
- Coordinated painting projects to ensure timely completion.
- Managed teams, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Assured quality workmanship by providing detailed instruction and guidance.
- Worked offshore maintaining lighthouses for Trinity House
- Worked on contracts with Devon and Cornwall Constabulary, The National Trust, Schools
Education
A-Levels - Construction Skills
CITB
Truro, Cornwall 2024.10 -
Certificate Pass - Health and Safety
PASMA Mobile and Podium Training
Penzance, Cornwall 2012.02 - 2012.02
Functional Skills Level 2 - Mathematics
TQUK
Sale, Trafford 2024.01 - 2024.09
NVQ Level 3 - Occupational Work Supervision Construction
City & Guilds of London Institute
Truro, Cornwall 2022.09 - 2023.08
NVQ Level 2 - Decorative Finishing & Industrial Painting
CAA
Camborne, Cornwall 2007.09 - 2011.08
BTEC Level 1 Certificate Public Services - Public Services
Edexcel
Camborne, Cornwall 2006.06 - 2007.06
GCSEs - English
WJEC
Redruth, Cornwall 2007.05 - 2007.05
GCSEs - Science
AQA
Redruth, Cornwall 2007.05 - 2007.05
Suicide Awareness Training -
ZSA
Mersey 2026.02 - 2026.02
GCSEs - History
Edexcel
Redruth, Cornwall 2007.05 - 2007.05
Skills
- Safety regulations adherence
- Result-Driven approach
- Financial budgeting
- Business development
- Leadership development
- Full Driving Licence
Affiliations
- Spending time with my wife and three children
- Playing golf
- Volunteering
Timeline
Suicide Awareness Training -
ZSA
2026.02 - 2026.02
A-Levels - Construction Skills
CITB
2024.10 -
Functional Skills Level 2 - Mathematics
TQUK
2024.01 - 2024.09
NVQ Level 3 - Occupational Work Supervision Construction
City & Guilds of London Institute
2022.09 - 2023.08
Sole Proprietor
Parkes Painting Decorating Maintenance
2015.09 - Current
Certificate Pass - Health and Safety
PASMA Mobile and Podium Training
2012.02 - 2012.02
NVQ Level 2 - Decorative Finishing & Industrial Painting
CAA
2007.09 - 2011.08
Painting foreman
B Jopson Painters & Decorators
2007.05 - 2015.09
GCSEs - English
WJEC
2007.05 - 2007.05
GCSEs - Science
AQA
2007.05 - 2007.05
GCSEs - History
Edexcel
2007.05 - 2007.05
BTEC Level 1 Certificate Public Services - Public Services
Edexcel
2006.06 - 2007.06