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Thomas Cochrane

Dunfermline,Fife

Summary

Friendly individual confident at performing repair and maintenance work independently. Delivers quality customer service and maintains safe areas of work. Adapts to changing needs and priorities with ease and flexibility.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Handyman helper

Thomas Cochrane
Dunfermline, Fife
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Prioritised safe systems of work in line with health and safety policies and method statements
  • Painting and decorating
  • Went above and beyond to provide timely, reliable and friendly service.
  • Determined tools and equipment needed to complete maintenance and repair jobs quickly.
  • Built decking, fences, gates, landscaping and general maintenance

Subcontractor

Thomas Cochrane
Dunfermline, Fife
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Completed segment of work in an efficient and accurate manner to maintain overall schedule.
  • Produced documentation detailing project actions and necessary changes.
  • Evaluated project scope documents and submitted pertinent questions to fully understand plans.
  • Adhered to applicable standards and legal requirements for work performed.
  • Identified and implemented safety, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
  • Liaised with project manager to address third party, environmental and public relations issues.
  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.

Senior general foreman

Vanesky Brown
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
06.2017 - 12.2018
  • Offered adequate resources to meet project schedule and timely deadlines.
  • Utilised tools, machinery and equipment following safety measures.
  • Purchased materials required for projects to maintain inventory.
  • Supervised specialist sub-contractors by providing thorough induction and delegating tasks.
  • Created and maintained construction schedules to determine work shifts.
  • Prioritised tasks and adjusted schedules following good weather.
  • Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.
  • Monitored progress to determine timely completion aligned to detailed design specifications.
  • Handled procurement of necessary materials and supplies within clear budgetary guidelines.
  • Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
  • Monitored site productivity levels to achieve projects within budgets and deadlines.
  • Briefed and motivated site teams to deliver quality results.
  • Organised material supplies to facilitate smooth construction works.
  • Kept site areas clear of obstructions to limit risk.
  • Updated managers on project progress for improved forward planning.
  • Maintained site health and safety compliance for safe, secure working environments.
  • Briefed teams on daily task requirements to meet project targets.

Civil construction worker Steel Fixer/Joiner

Thomas Cochrane
Dunfermline, Fife
04.1986 - 06.2017

Education

GCSEs -

Graeme High School
Falkirk
08/1966 - 06/1969

SVQ Level 2 , SSSTS Management -

Construction Major Civils
Dunfermline, Fife
04/1986 - 06/2023

Skills

  • New construction and renovation
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Power and hand tool operation
  • High-value project management
  • Hand tool operation
  • Painting
  • Joinery
  • Excellent manual dexterity
  • CSCS-certified
  • Construction management
  • Project budgeting
  • Safety compliance

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Handyman helper

Thomas Cochrane
08.2020 - 06.2023

Subcontractor

Thomas Cochrane
02.2019 - 07.2020

Senior general foreman

Vanesky Brown
06.2017 - 12.2018

Civil construction worker Steel Fixer/Joiner

Thomas Cochrane
04.1986 - 06.2017

GCSEs -

Graeme High School
08/1966 - 06/1969

SVQ Level 2 , SSSTS Management -

Construction Major Civils
04/1986 - 06/2023
Thomas Cochrane