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Steve Hill

Chelmsford,Essex

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience
9
9

Worked as a Building Surveyor

8
8

Worked as a Transport Manager

4
4

Worked as a Local Authority Custodian of the Address Database

3
3

Served as a Para Provo

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2

Worked as a Building Labourer

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7

Worked as a Rental Valuer and Statutory Officer

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2

Managed a Betting Shop between 1990 and 1992

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2

Was employed as a Bailiff /Debt Collector between 2009 to 2011

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2

Jobs in factories and as a salesman in the High St 71-73

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1

Trained and passed a level 3 qualification CPC Transport Manager

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1

ONC Construction Processes

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1

HNC Building Surveying

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1

4 O'levels English Lang, English Lit, Maths & Physics

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1

Trained on bespoke software to maintain databases

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1

Numerous Health and Safety Courses

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Asbestos Surveying Course

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1

Scaffolding Appraisal Training

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In addition to my full time work I had varied part time roles

Work history

Transport manager

Patrol Freight
Chelmsford, Essex
02.2020 - 05.2023
  • Established relationships with external vendors which lead to cost-effective procurement of supplies.
  • Improved fleet efficiency by implementing innovative scheduling and route planning.
  • Handled emergency situations effectively, minimising downtime and disruption to services.
  • Streamlined operational processes for increased productivity in transport management tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with transport laws and regulations to maintain safety standards.
  • Streamlined administrative procedures resulting in more efficient operations.
  • Managed vehicle maintenance schedules to prevent unexpected breakdowns and delays.
  • Coordinated logistics operations efficiently for timely delivery of goods.
  • Communicated with drivers to address accurate start times, load information and route issues.
  • Kept all company logs and records updated, recording daily details of work performed.
  • Strategically planned delivery runs and routes to maximise available resources.
  • Liaised with customers and other departments to plan timely transportation of goods.

Transport manager

R & R Haulage
Ramsden Heath nr Billericay, Essex
06.2015 - 12.2019
  • Coordinated logistics operations efficiently for timely delivery of goods.
  • Managed vehicle maintenance schedules to prevent unexpected breakdowns and delays.
  • Devised strategies that improved overall customer satisfaction levels in delivery services.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly maintaining good relations with clients.
  • Negotiated favourable contracts with fuel suppliers, saving on operational costs.
  • Mitigated risk by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety guidelines within the team.
  • Implemented a system to track vehicles real-time, improving the reliability of deliveries.
  • Ensured compliance with transport laws and regulations to maintain safety standards.
  • Kept all company logs and records updated, recording daily details of work performed.

Street Naming and Numbering Officer

LBBD
Barking and Dagenham, London
08.2011 - 05.2015
  • Worked diligently under pressure whilst preserving high-quality output.
  • Upheld laws and regulations within my jurisdiction, ensuring compliance from all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for effective teamwork.
  • Facilitated smooth communications between departments for better coordination.
  • Executed assigned duties responsibly thus meeting departmental expectations consistently.
  • Maintained meticulous records to detail chain of evidence and reported non compliance.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
  • Managed public relations duties to provide positive and accurate narratives.
  • Negotiated on behalf of organisational leadership and members of the council to agree naming of researched street descriptors.
  • Identified instances of non-compliance and issued penalties.
  • Liaised closely with external agencies such as The Land Registry and housing departments, providing comprehensive support for individuals in need.
  • Increased operational efficiency by streamlining administrative processes.
  • Liaised with the blue light services ensuring accuracy of address information.
  • Visiting locations in question and plotting Northings and Eastings on O S maps and allocating a UPRN where necessary.
  • Updated various address databases used by different departments to ensure accuracy and consistency when dealing with the public.
  • Provide accurate uploads of address data to the national hub from the bespoke database that was in my care.

Statutory Rent Officer

DETR
Islington
08.1992 - 03.2009
  • Executed assigned duties responsibly thus meeting departmental expectations consistently.
  • Wrote detailed reports, aiding in case documentation.
  • Carried out Housing Benefit valuations on behalf of the Local Authorities'.
  • Referenced subject properties.
  • Provided rental valuations for the L A Grants Department.
  • Undertook redeterminations on behalf of other Local Authorities' where they were unhappy with the valuation supplied.
  • Acted as advising officer where the same process took place locally.
  • Carried out section 70 valuations whilst ensuring I never acted ultra vires.
  • Held consultation and jurisdiction hearings with Tenants, Landlords and their respective agents.
  • Appointed in a statutory capacity without the benefit of any employment legislation.

Grants Surveyor

Hackney Council
London
06.1987 - 09.1990
  • Monitored construction projects closely, guaranteeing adherence to planned designs.
  • Performed detailed site inspections to ensure construction adhered to project plans.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of planning regulations, staying ahead of industry changes.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously under strict deadlines.
  • Performed site visits to gauge developments and assess activity.
  • Authorised payments for work completed in accordance with the DOE guidelines and our own policy.
  • Performed field calculations to complete assessments.
  • Analysed jobs to verify accuracy of estimating standards for adherence to industry benchmarks.
  • Performed surveying calculations to guarantee accuracy of data and formulate insights.
  • Examined Plans, Drawings, Specifications and Costs including Bills of Quantities, Quotes and Estimates for accuracy, legality, and compliance with my survey and recommendations.
  • Carrying out the initial advice calls when an application for a grant is made.
  • Dealing with insulation grants, special grants, improvement grants, disabled facilities grants and repairs grants for housing from application until final completion.

Barbican Surveyor

Corporation of The City of London
London
05.1984 - 05.1987
  • Demonstrated a deep understanding of health and safety regulations during site visits.
  • Monitored construction projects closely, guaranteeing adherence to planned designs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously under strict deadlines.
  • Utilised latest technology in performing accurate measurements and calculations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of planning regulations, staying ahead of industry changes.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and planners to discuss project details.
  • Performed detailed site inspections to ensure construction adhered to project plans.
  • Identified risks and proposed mitigation strategies thorough assessment of sites.
  • Along with 1 other surveyor I was responsible for all maintenance of the housing and commercial units on the Barbican Estate and the Museum of London as well as the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Building Surveyor

The GLC and ILEA
London
10.1981 - 05.1984
  • Acted as both Architect and Client for the GLC where maintenance, repairs and improvements to housing estates handed over to the Local Authorities with a 10 year warranty were required.
  • Preparing drawings, specifications and contracts for works.
  • Attending regular meetings with the subject Local Authority and appointed contractors as well as tenants and residents associations to progress the works through to completion.
  • Responsible for planned and daily maintenance to schools and school buildings within inner London.
  • Carrying out Asbestos Surveys to same.

Labourer

MCL Building Services
Romford, Essex
08.1976 - 08.1978
  • Utilised hand tools effectively ensuring accuracy and precision in all jobs performed.
  • Implemented correct use of personal protective equipment at all times.
  • Carried out minor repairs when necessary, reducing downtime due to equipment malfunctions.
  • Mixed construction materials such as cement or plaster for various tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials, aiding in maintaining orderly workspace.
  • Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.
  • Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
  • Worked efficiently under pressure resulting in consistent productivity despite tight schedules.

Para Provost

H M Forces
Aldershot, Hampshire
06.1973 - 07.1976
  • Employed as a Military Policeman usually attached to the Parachute Regiment.
  • Enforced Law and Order and regulations within military instillations and where necessary in civvy street.
  • Traffic control and Security patrols.
  • Investigated crimes, collected evidence, interviewed witnesses and made arrests.
  • Involved in security operations and operated detention facilities for military personnel who had been arrested or detained.
  • Undertook operations with the parachute regiment.

Skills

  • Building and construction technical knowledge
  • Customer engagement
  • I T user proficiency
  • Record Keeping
  • Spreadsheet proficiency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Product knowledge
  • Building regulation knowledge
  • Buildings maintenance planning
  • Renovation planning
  • Dilapidation's knowledge
  • Construction knowledge
  • Party wall issues
  • Boundary disputes
  • Knowledge of building materials
  • Property assessments
  • Building condition surveys
  • Transportation legislation knowledge
  • Route optimisation expertise

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Quote

Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.
Chris Hadfield

Timeline

Transport manager

Patrol Freight
02.2020 - 05.2023

Transport manager

R & R Haulage
06.2015 - 12.2019

Street Naming and Numbering Officer

LBBD
08.2011 - 05.2015

Statutory Rent Officer

DETR
08.1992 - 03.2009

Grants Surveyor

Hackney Council
06.1987 - 09.1990

Barbican Surveyor

Corporation of The City of London
05.1984 - 05.1987

Building Surveyor

The GLC and ILEA
10.1981 - 05.1984

Labourer

MCL Building Services
08.1976 - 08.1978

Para Provost

H M Forces
06.1973 - 07.1976

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