Stephen Walby
London
Summary
Seasoned in facility management and maintenance & cleaning, with focus on ensuring smooth building operations. Excels in coordinating tasks, overseeing safety protocols and managing building functions. Known for troubleshooting skills and commitment to maintaining high quality standards to achieve optimal building performance. With knack for problem-solving and understanding of property management, can ensure building systems are well-maintained, safe and efficient. I enjoy working as a team but I am also just as comfortable working alone, I am always willing to learn new things and I enjoy helping others improve their daily performances.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work history
City of London Beadle (Events/ Building Manager)
The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers
London
02.2000 - 03.2023
- Oversaw refurbishment projects to enhance the property's aesthetic appeal.
- Coordinated building maintenance tasks for optimised workflow.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to achieve best possible prices.
- Managed contracts for cleaning, security and other services to improve operational efficiency.
- Complied with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe environment for all occupants.
- Maintained building safety by implementing regular checks and adhering to regulations.
- Organised training sessions for staff; enhanced their skills and knowledge.
- Kept detailed records of work done on the property, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about latest building management trends; ensured the property remained modern and competitive.
Housekeeper
Royal Albert Hall
London
11.1998 - 11.1999
- Completed minor repair works around the venue for improved functionality.
- Cleaning before, during & after events in the venue
- Work within a team but also individually to set up in preparation for the next event in the venue
- Work closely with security to ensure all visitors are safe during their visit to Royal Albert Hall
- Day to day door work on the entrance during non event hours, greeting members of the public.
Internal & External Messenger
Charterhouse Bank
London
05.1990 - 11.1998
- Served as a reliable point of contact between business units and external stakeholders.
- Used a systematised approach to organise daily deliveries, resulting in improved efficiency.
- Ensured timely arrival of packages to customers by maintaining a strict delivery schedule.
- Followed company policies and procedures stringently, upholding high standards of corporate ethics.
- Building important relationships with people around the building on a daily basis, treating each person equally and kindly with the willingness to always help.
Security & Maintenance
Nikko Securities
London
03.1986 - 07.1990
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Carried out all maintenance duties which included plumbing and electrical, working closely in a small team to fix all issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the building on a daily basis.
City of London Corporation Hall Keeper
City of London Corporation
London
01.1979 - 03.1986
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- 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.
- Health & Safety responsibilities
- Front desk duties
- Cleaning & Post duties
Skills
- Communication
- Great will and drive to help those around me
- Excellent Punctuation
- Willing learner
- Great eye for detail
Affiliations
- I enjoy sport, music & family time, with the majority of my days off spent with family on days out and relaxing.
Timeline
City of London Beadle (Events/ Building Manager)
The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers
02.2000 - 03.2023
Housekeeper
Royal Albert Hall
11.1998 - 11.1999
Internal & External Messenger
Charterhouse Bank
05.1990 - 11.1998
Security & Maintenance
Nikko Securities
03.1986 - 07.1990
City of London Corporation Hall Keeper
City of London Corporation
01.1979 - 03.1986
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