Stuart McDonald
Fraserburgh,Aberdeenshire
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Ship painter
PBP Services
Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire
2026.06 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changes in plans or schedules, displayed flexibility in work approach.
- Safeguarded personal health with proper use of safety gear during tasks.
- Managed waste disposal according to environmental regulations, promoted sustainability practices in workplace.
- Applied protective coatings to prevent corrosion on ship exteriors.
- Utilised brushes and rollers to apply paint, ensured uniform application.
- Achieved a smooth finish by meticulously preparing ship surfaces for painting.
- Followed instructions accurately from senior painters, ensured task execution as per plan.
- Coordinated with team members for efficient completion of projects.
- Maintained cleanliness in work area to facilitate easy operations.
- Worked closely with other teams like welders and carpenters for coordinated project completion.
- Cleaned painting equipment promptly to maintain good condition.
- Removed grease, dirt or rust to avoid imperfections in final surfaces.
- Sanded material between coats to achieve smooth and even finish.
- Spotted imperfections in surfaces and performed corrective action.
- Kept air flowing in indoor working areas to minimise risk of inhaling hazardous materials.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
Production operative
Macduff Shellfish
Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire
2024.03 - 2026.06
- Handled raw materials, prepared for production process.
- Operated machinery to meet daily production targets.
- Worked on packaging tasks, ensured product protection during transit.
- Maintained a clean work environment, promoting overall well-being of staff.
- Followed company procedures for effective task completion.
- Organised goods ready for dispatch, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Coordinated with team members for smoother assembly line operations.
- Accurately labelled and packaged items.
- Maintained clean workstation to comply with safety guidelines and protocols.
- Carried out picking and packing to production requirements, maintaining department dispatch speed.
- Independently operated production line equipment.
- Worked closely with production leads to ensure effective, efficient manufacturing and distribution processes.
- Performed cleaning activities across site to maintain safety and compliance.
- Assembled items accurately and promptly, maintaining efficiency of fast-paced production lines.
- Operated various machinery to produce and store products.
- Met personal and team production goals consistently to fulfil established quotas.
- Ensured full compliance with health and safety regulations, including appropriate use and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Fed raw materials into production machinery.
- Palletised completed products and staged items in assigned areas to support timely shipping.
- Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention.
- Loaded and unloaded materials into machines, applying safe loading techniques to avoid damage.
- Selected and wore protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
- Followed work orders to sort items destined for storage, production lines, or shipping.
- Collected finished work at end of production lines and moved to locations for storage or shipping.
- Attended to needs of teammates for seamless production.
- Stored supplies strategically for easy accessibility.
Customer delivery driver
Tesco Superstore
Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire
2020.03 - 2024.04
- Communicated effectively with dispatch team for efficient route planning.
- Resolved customer queries and complaints with a professional approach.
- Carried out daily vehicle inspections as per company policy, ensured roadworthiness.
- Loaded goods into van according to delivery schedule, streamlined operations.
- Adhered strictly to traffic regulations whilst performing duties, ensuring safety on the road.
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance checks before starting journeys, avoiding breakdowns.
- Followed correct manual handling procedures when lifting parcels, minimised risk of injury.
- Worked flexibly including weekends and public holidays catering to high demand periods.
- Ensured safety of products during transit to prevent damages.
- Provided excellent customer service during deliveries, leading to positive feedback.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of vehicle for smoother operation.
- Completed all necessary paperwork related to deliveries for record-keeping purposes.
- Transporting temperature-sensitive items using appropriate equipment guaranteeing product integrity.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely deliveries.
- Reported any issues or incidents encountered on route promptly.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure during peak hours.
- Operated navigation systems efficiently to reach destinations quickly.
- Delivered goods to customers by following designated routes.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of delivery vehicle, enhancing company image.
- Strictly adhered to route and time schedules, maintaining [Number]% on-time delivery score.
- Delivered [Type] items daily to [Number]+ residential and business locations across [Location].
- Loaded items on to truck, using securing techniques to prevent damage and loss.
- Ensured effective cost control by tracking mileage and usage with [Number]% accuracy.
- Used electronic logging devices (ELD) to facilitate tracking of hours and duty status.
- Avoided delays by altering routes according to traffic conditions, using GPS [Software].
- Maintained [Number]% road safety score by driving truck in accordance with traffic regulations and UK highway code.
- Optimised routes to maximise fuel efficiency.
- Carried heavy items to customers' desired location using best moving and handling practices.
- Maintained optimal vehicle driving conditions, conducting daily fuel, tyre and safety checks.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists ahead of customer drop-offs, maintaining order and delivery accuracy.
- Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.
- Fostered positive working relationships with customers, knowledgeably responding to delivery questions and concerns.
- Minimised complaints by maintaining clear communication with customers, promptly advising of schedule changes.
- Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues, enabling prompt maintenance and repair.
- Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
- Kept vehicles safe and roadworthy maintaining and checking gas, oil and water levels.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and vendor locations, working safely and efficiently to limit disruption to other road users.
- Completed deliveries with smile and patient, personalised service.
- Contacted customers ahead of parcel drop-offs, effectively confirming and coordinating delivery times.
- Drove company vehicles safely and legally across national pick-ups and deliveries, maintaining brand reputation.
- Interpreted maps effectively, following written and verbal directions as required to navigate optimal delivery routes.
- Reported delivery goods and document errors to management, enabling prompt resolution.
- Completed end-to-end deliveries by reaching assigned customers on time and obtaining signatures.
- Safely loaded and unloaded packages with zero material damage.
- Utilised hand-held devices to capture, document and communicate proof of delivery.
- Selected efficient routes in compliance with delivery instructions and fuel policies, continually meeting company targets.
- Maximised vehicle performance by completing basic vehicle maintenance, including air pressure checks and oil changes.
- Verified each delivery against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Stayed calm in emergency driving situations, prioritising safety of passengers and other drivers.
- Selected most appropriate route, accounting for weather and road closures.
- Cleaned vehicle's interior and exterior to meet high presentation standards.
- Applied personal road knowledge and GPS application to set shortest routes.
- Followed safe driving practices for safety of fellow travellers and passengers.
- Maintained clean, well-functioning vehicle through regular attention and care.
Drilling machine operator
Aberdeen Diamond Drilling
New Pitsligo, Aberdeenshire
2008.03 - 2020.03
- Monitored vibrations during operation, ensuring none exceeded permissible limits as per company guidelines.
- Set up drilling machinery for efficient production run.
- Performed precise measurements using micrometres and verniers, assuring quality output from the drill machine.
- Completed tasks within given deadlines, contributing to overall project timelines successfully met.
- Achieved high-quality finishes by performing deburring procedures post-drilling process.
- Utilised personal protective equipment to safeguard against possible accidents during operation hours.
- Adjusted machine controls correctly; ensured smooth functioning throughout shifts.
- Identified operational issues promptly, preventing significant damage or delays in production line.
- Kept workspace clean and organised, reducing potential hazards in the work area.
- Operated drilling machine with utmost accuracy, ensuring precision in every task.
- Improved team efficiency by training new operators on safe and correct usage of the drill machine.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to all established protocols for drilling operation.
- Assured uniformity in every job by setting correct feeds, speeds and depths according to material specifications.
- Achieved optimal drilling speed by regularly maintaining and servicing drilling machine.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure accurate interpretation of blueprints before commencement of work.
- Conducted regular inspections of drill bits for wear, enhancing machine longevity.
- Used work instructions and measuring tools to check specifications of finished items.
- Kept work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free to uphold general safety and security.
- Performed regular, routine maintenance on machinery to maintain smooth-running operations.
- Performed test runs to check machinery operated correctly.
- Disposed of cutting waste materials safely and securely, following relevant regulations.
- Operated precision measuring equipment to comply with product quality standards.
- Changed worn machine accessories using hand tools to keep machinery running smoothly.
- Inspected raw materials for adequate quality and quantity to complete work.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Arranged and secured materials in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms.
- Liaised with management to procure required mechanical machinery.
Education
GCSEs -
Mintlaw Academy
Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire 08/2015 - 06/2019
Skills
- Worksite safety awareness
- Patience and precision
- Marine coating application
- Waste disposal protocols
- Corrosion control
- Respiratory protection use
- Respirator usage
- Marine paint application
- Use of manual tools
- Ladder and scaffolding safety
- Equipment Maintenance
- Surface preparation
- Working at heights
- Sanding methods
- Craftsmanship pride
- Environmental protection procedures
- Environmental regulations understanding
- Masking application
- Protective equipment utilisation
- Health and Safety Compliance
Affiliations
- In my spare time I enjoy repairing cars from working out the problem, stripping down and rebuilding.
- I enjoy all motor sports
Timeline
Ship painter
PBP Services
2026.06 - Current
Production operative
Macduff Shellfish
2024.03 - 2026.06
Customer delivery driver
Tesco Superstore
2020.03 - 2024.04
Drilling machine operator
Aberdeen Diamond Drilling
2008.03 - 2020.03
GCSEs -
Mintlaw Academy
08/2015 - 06/2019