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cycling
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Thomas Scoular

Edinburgh

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in warehouse operations and customer service, notably with Amazon. Excelled in process improvements and stock management, enhancing operational efficiency by over 20%. Adept at fostering team collaboration while capable of independent problem-solving. Skilled in loading/unloading and maintaining high customer satisfaction through efficient service delivery.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Operator

IKEA (blue Arrow)
12.2024 - 01.2025

using pallet trucks

removed and recycling cardboard and plastic putting them into the bailer.

putting stock on shelves for sales

Labourer

Integr8
07.2021 - 11.2024

using power wheel barrow

helping tradesmen with all tasks as needed

taking deliveries

keeping site clean and tidy

filling skips

digging for drainage


Warehouse Operative

Amazon
11.2019 - 06.2021

Identify and remove damaged products, replace with quality stock to minimise customer delays.

Carry out day to day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Regularly exceeded performance and productivity targets through accurate and efficient picking and packing.

Proactively assisted teams in heavy lifting and complex problem solving tasks, improving operational efficiency.

Kitchen Porter

Tesco
01.2017 - 06.2021
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
  • Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, resulting in timely service and high-quality dishes.
  • Maintained accurate records of cleaning activities, ensuring compliance with health department regulations at all times.

Labourer (for Brick Layer)

Darren Whytock
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Bartender/kitchen Porter

Ye Olde Inn
11.2010 - 12.2012
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Volunteer

Stand International
09.2010 - 10.2010
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Bartender/kitchen Porter

the Flying Scotsman ( Families Pub)
09.2001 - 04.2010
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Linen Porter

Edinburgh City Travel Inn
03.2000 - 08.2001
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and efficient linen delivery and collection services.
  • Developed strong professional relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.
  • Streamlined linen processing procedures, reducing turnaround time and increasing efficiency.
  • Conducted routine quality control assessments on finished products prior to storage or delivery thereby ensuring optimal appearance standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Augustines High School
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
06-2001

Skills

    stocktaking

    process improvements

    labelling stock

    efficient and proactive

    loading and unloading

    team player and also can work alone

    serving customers

cycling

I enjoy cycling epecially in the summer months i cycle everywhere.

Timeline

Warehouse Operator

IKEA (blue Arrow)
12.2024 - 01.2025

Labourer

Integr8
07.2021 - 11.2024

Warehouse Operative

Amazon
11.2019 - 06.2021

Kitchen Porter

Tesco
01.2017 - 06.2021

Labourer (for Brick Layer)

Darren Whytock
01.2013 - 12.2016

Bartender/kitchen Porter

Ye Olde Inn
11.2010 - 12.2012

Volunteer

Stand International
09.2010 - 10.2010

Bartender/kitchen Porter

the Flying Scotsman ( Families Pub)
09.2001 - 04.2010

Linen Porter

Edinburgh City Travel Inn
03.2000 - 08.2001

High School Diploma -

St Augustines High School
Thomas Scoular