Stephen Henderson
Saltcoats,North Ayrshire
Summary
- Young, hardworking, energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking and leading group discussions.
- Methodical and resourceful team player with excellent time management and task prioritisation skills. Experienced in using power tools, heavy machinery and forklifts to complete transportation tasks. Works safely and securely to prevent damage, loss and injury to other team members.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Labourer
Strathclyde Demolition
Glasgow
04.2022 - Current
- Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.
- Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.
- Transported goods and materials safely and securely to prevent damage and loss.
- Demolished buildings and responsibly disposed of solid waste.
- Manoeuvred hoists and cranes to safely transport materials.
Cavity Insulation Installer
Ecosave
Glasgow
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Drilled holes in wood, brick, stone and fibrous structures to fit bolts, screws and nails into place using Hilti drills and Compressors
- Operated Compressors to blow and spray mineral wool, fibre fill and foam insulation material into cavities, exercising meticulous attention to safety.
- Completed up to 1 - 3 properties across Scotland per day, exceeding company average by 25 %.
- Correctly identified hazardous materials, applying safe handling techniques to remove them to safe sites.
- Maximised performance of hand tools and equipment, performing Daily maintenance through Daily Inspection.
- Performed install inspections to satisfy customers of work quality and rectify staff mistakes.
- Contacted customers post-install, checking on customer satisfaction and resolving any install issues.
- Reached all areas of building by climbing ladders, crawling into underground spaces, accessing all areas of the rooftop.
- Trained and inducted 3 + staff over a 3 month period.
- Prepared sites for insulation and the installation of fittings by nailing furring, drilling holes for screws and bolts and erecting scaffolding and ladders.
Delivery Van Driver
Argos
Irvine, North Ayrshire
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed vehicle safety checks, identified issues and arranged prompt repair to minimise delivery disruptions.
- Maintained ongoing communication with clients, promptly advising changes in schedule and delivery times to ensure satisfaction.
- Safely loaded and unloaded 40 + parcels per day, lifting and carrying objects of 20+ kg.
- Evaluated driving routes, identifying limitations and suggesting adjustments that boosted delivery efficiency.
- Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists ahead of customer drop-offs, maintaining order and delivery accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and vendor locations, working safely and efficiently to limit disruption to other road users.
Aircraft Handler/Firefighter
Royal Navy
Portsmouth
06.2015 - 09.2020
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Educated public and community on fire safety and prevention methods, providing life-saving techniques.
- Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants in order to fight fires.
- Supervised the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Participated in training exercises and in-class training to improve skills and knowledge.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimise incidents.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Quickly acted to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak or spill.
- 50 bar breathe down on each BA set every month spread over the course of the whole month.
Sales Manager
Stellar Europe
Irvine, North Ayrshire
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Collected customer and market feedback and reported information to company leadership.
- Shaped business direction through rigorous research and strategy development.
- Determined merchandise price schedules and discount rates.
- Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by developing sales strategies and business plans according to market trends.
Printer Technician
British Polythene Industries
Ardeer, North Ayrshire
07.2013 - 09.2014
- Followed tight schedules to bring projects to completion on-time and meet contract requirements.
- Maintained current logs of daily tasks, review comments and labour hours for individual projects.
- Crafted detailed drawings meeting customer requirements for structures built of different materials.
- Conferred with engineers to understand and incorporate recommendations and required changes during update process.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths
St Matthew’s Academy
North Ayrshire 09/2007 - 06/2012
GCSEs - Firefighting
MOD
Portsmouth, England06.2016
GCSEs - Aviation
MOD
Portsmouth, England06.2016
Higher - Music
St Matthew’s Academy
Saltcoats, North Ayrshire06.2012
Higher - Craft & Design
St Matthew’s Academy
Saltcoats, North Ayrshire06.2012
Higher - English
St Matthew’s Academy
Saltcoats, North Ayrshire06.2012
Higher - Chemistry
St Matthew’s Academy
Saltcoats, North Ayrshire06.2012
Skills
- Expert Communication
- Health & Safety
- Computer Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork
- Construction site labouring
- Manual lifting
- Forklift operation
- Work zone safety
- Tireless work ethic
- First aid trained
- Trained firefighter
Accomplishments
- Collaborated and worked with team of 4 in development of HMS Prince Of Wales commissioning hangar ceremony, which won the captains prize, only awarded to an individual or group of individuals once a year.
- Completed the Eden Marathon 2016
- Started a feed the homeless campaign whilst in the Royal Navy which helped feed upto 50+ people in Hayle, Cornwall. With the help of 3 or 4 others we took the the hot unused food from the canteens on hot plates secured in boxes which kept the heat in the food. With the help from the local supermarkets, who gave us the produce which they were no longer able to sell in store. We would take food in a minibus every other night to the same location and supplied all who came with hot food and food to be taken away which could be consumed at another date.
Hobbies
- Playing guitar & piano
- Running
- Hiking
- Reading
- Staying active
Timeline
Labourer
Strathclyde Demolition
04.2022 - Current
Cavity Insulation Installer
Ecosave
09.2021 - 03.2022
Delivery Van Driver
Argos
10.2020 - 09.2021
Aircraft Handler/Firefighter
Royal Navy
06.2015 - 09.2020
Sales Manager
Stellar Europe
10.2014 - 05.2015
Printer Technician
British Polythene Industries
07.2013 - 09.2014
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths
St Matthew’s Academy
09/2007 - 06/2012
GCSEs - Firefighting
MOD
GCSEs - Aviation
MOD
Higher - Music
St Matthew’s Academy
Higher - Craft & Design
St Matthew’s Academy
Higher - English
St Matthew’s Academy
Higher - Chemistry
St Matthew’s Academy
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