Thomas Fry
Street,Somerset
Summary
Self-employed Arborist with experience since September 2024 and fully qualified with CS30/31, CS38, and CS39. Skilled in chainsaw operation, aerial rescue, and climbing with safe and efficient use of a saw from a rope and harness. Experienced in delivering domestic tree work including pruning, reductions, and controlled dismantles. Highly motivated to progress within the arboriculture industry, committed to earning further qualifications and advancing technical rigging, climbing, and tree-care competencies. Known for a strong work ethic, professionalism with clients, and a safety-first approach. Eager to grow within a professional team like Hi-Line and contribute long-term to high-quality arboricultural work.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Self employed Arborist
Self Employed
09.2024 - Current
- Assessed tree health to formulate effective care strategies.
- Executed tree removals and pruning to enhance safety and aesthetics.
- Operated heavy machinery, including stump grinders and wood chippers, safely.
- Removed diseased trees, ensuring safety for residents.
- Maintained tools regularly to guarantee operational efficiency.
- Utilised chainsaws and chippers for streamlined tree maintenance.
- Undertook tree felling to ensure safety in residential areas.
- Assisted with storm cleanups to facilitate rapid emergency response.
Post Person with Driving
Royal Mail
Yeovil, Somerset
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered mail and parcels efficiently to designated addresses daily.
- Managed delivery routes to ensure timely and accurate distribution of items.
- Sorted incoming mail according to established procedures and delivery schedules.
- Maintained high levels of customer service through friendly and professional interactions.
- Conducted routine checks on vehicles to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimise delivery processes and improve efficiency.
Keyholder / Pet Manager
Pets at Home
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed a retail team of 12-15 employees, scheduling rotas up to eight weeks in advance.
- Provided training on advanced canine nutrition to enhance team expertise.
- Oversaw animal welfare and ensured compliance with welfare regulations through regular audits.
- Developed improvement plans for team processes and ensured adherence to standards.
Supervisor / Warehouse Manager
Asics
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Developed daily work plans for a retail team of 3-4 members to achieve targets set by head office.
- Maintained nearly 100% stock accuracy in warehouse through an efficient organisational system.
- Trained and mentored team members on effective warehouse practices and procedures.
- Optimised space utilisation within warehouse to enhance workflow efficiency.
Warehouse Operative
Clarks
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Organised and retrieved stock for orders to ensure timely fulfilment.
- Collaborated with team members to guarantee accurate and prompt shipping of goods.
- Utilised warehouse management systems for tracking inventory levels and locations.
Daytime Team Leader
Tesco
10.2014 - 04.2018
- Supervised fresh food department, ensuring stock replenishment and product freshness through effective date management.
- Managed end-of-day cash handling, securing banking and depositing store revenue efficiently.
- Coordinated daily operations to maintain high standards of customer service and team performance.
- Trained and mentored new team members, facilitating smooth integration into workflows.
Nighttime Sales Assistant
Tesco
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Managed inventory levels through timely stock replenishment in grocery and fresh food departments.
- Operated tills while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Handled cash and banking responsibilities with accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold cleanliness and organisation of sales floor and storage areas.
- Monitored security measures, reporting suspicious activity to ensure a safe shopping environment.
- Acquired knowledge of new products swiftly, offering informed guidance to customers.
Education
Level 2 Diploma - Forestry and Arboriculture
Bridgwater and Taunton Technical College
Cannington 09.2024 - 07.2025
Level 3 Diploma - Engineering
Strode College
Street 09.2013 - 07.2014
Level 2 Diploma - Engineering
Bridgwater College
Bridgwater 09.2012 - 06.2013
GCSEs -
Crispin School
Street, SomersetSkills
- Aerial rescue training
- Tree felling and removal
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Rigging techniques
- Vehicle towing and operation
- Arboriculture law knowledge
- Physical fitness
Certification
CS30/31, CS38, CS39
Timeline
Self employed Arborist
Self Employed
09.2024 - Current
Level 2 Diploma - Forestry and Arboriculture
Bridgwater and Taunton Technical College
09.2024 - 07.2025
Post Person with Driving
Royal Mail
06.2024 - 04.2025
Keyholder / Pet Manager
Pets at Home
12.2021 - 03.2024
Supervisor / Warehouse Manager
Asics
10.2018 - 12.2021
Warehouse Operative
Clarks
05.2018 - 10.2018
Daytime Team Leader
Tesco
10.2014 - 04.2018
Level 3 Diploma - Engineering
Strode College
09.2013 - 07.2014
Nighttime Sales Assistant
Tesco
01.2013 - 10.2014
Level 2 Diploma - Engineering
Bridgwater College
09.2012 - 06.2013
GCSEs -
Crispin School