Tom Nixon
Plymouth,Devon
Summary
Experienced Site Operative with a robust background in construction, property maintenance, and operations management. Demonstrated expertise in project management, health and safety compliance, and computer-aided design. Proven track record of enhancing production output, maintaining high safety standards, and managing complex projects within budget and time constraints. Adept at troubleshooting technical faults, coordinating multitrade maintenance tasks, and handling customer accounts. Career goal: to leverage extensive experience in a challenging role that drives operational excellence and innovation in the construction industry.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Operative
Bloor Homes
Saltash, Cornwall
01.2026 - Current
- Planned daily construction tasks with site managers to raise production output.
- Reported health and safety concerns immediately to the site agent.
- Cleaned construction areas regularly to keep sites tidy and hazard-free.
- Followed work assignments while complying with health and safety protocols.
- Completed pre-plaster tasks following building regulations for sign off.
Contractor
Harbron Recruit Ltd
Plymouth
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Various labouring and demolition tasks across South West locations.
- Worked on listed ,commercial and residential buildings.
Quarry Plant Operator
Sibelco Group
Cornwood
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Troubleshoot technical faults with team members to minimise operational downtime.
- Operate complex plant machinery precisely, following safety protocols and production schedules.
- Record plant activities accurately, supporting accountability and easy reference.
- Supervise cleaning and maintenance across plant areas to maintain hygiene standards.
- Run dry plant within quarry effectively to produce kaolin each shift.
Director
Jarvis Property Maintenance Ltd
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Running of a property maintenance company that serviced social housing and residential care facilities in the south west.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to construction and maintenance problems.
Assistant Maintenance Manager
The Idle Rocks & St Mawes Hotel
Roseland
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated multitrade maintenance for two premium resort hotels daily.
- Coordinated repairs across staff accommodation blocks and scheduled trade visits.
- Coordinated trades across multiple sites while running concurrent projects for time and budget.
Assistant Operations Manager
Falcatch
Falmouth
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Completed daily health and safety checks to reduce ongoing workplace risks.
- Maintained safe conditions through compliance walkthroughs and prompt follow-ups.
- Coordinated shellfish export from catch to depuration tanks, then to France.
Working Holiday Visa
Freelance
Australia
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Travelled around Austrailia after completing 9 months contract at Brennan IT.
- Various volunteering roles and homestays across the continent.
Credit Control Officer
Brennan IT
Sydney, New South Wales
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Manage customer accounts, cash flow, billing queries, and debt collection liaison.
- Handle billing queries and follow up debtor accounts to maintain cash flow.
- Communicate with debtors via email, phone, and letters for timely payment.
Architectural Assistant
Airedale Architects
Bingley
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Attend project meetings, record minutes, and coordinate minor actions with consultants or suppliers.
- Gather site data, review planning policies, and support planning application documents.
- Draft and edit 2D and 3D architectural drawings using CAD and BIM tools.
- Prepared planning application documents, adhering to local regulations and building codes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Lincoln
01-2011
A-Levels - 3
Associated Sixth Form
Keighley01-2007
GCSEs - 11
Greenhead High School
Keighley01-2005
Skills
- Project management
- Computer-aided design
- Health and safety
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
References
Ross Carey - Senior Site Manager @ Bloor Homes
Ross.Carey@bloorhomes.com
07814206413
Jon Lingham - Operations & Facilities Coordinator @ Cornish Mutual
jlingham@cornishmutual.co.uk
07768763501
Certification
•Traffic Marshal Course
Health & Safety Training 1st
Issued Sep 2025 · Expires Sep 2028
•CAT A - Asbestos Awareness
The CPD Certification Service
Issued Oct 2023 · Expires Oct 2033
•Green Labourers Card
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
Issued Sep 2023 · Expires Sep 2028
Information
linkedin.com/in/nixontom
Timeline
Site Operative
Bloor Homes
01.2026 - Current
Contractor
Harbron Recruit Ltd
02.2025 - 01.2026
Quarry Plant Operator
Sibelco Group
02.2024 - 01.2025
Director
Jarvis Property Maintenance Ltd
03.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Maintenance Manager
The Idle Rocks & St Mawes Hotel
03.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Operations Manager
Falcatch
04.2021 - 03.2022
Credit Control Officer
Brennan IT
01.2020 - 09.2020
Working Holiday Visa
Freelance
09.2019 - 03.2021
Architectural Assistant
Airedale Architects
07.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Lincoln
A-Levels - 3
Associated Sixth Form
GCSEs - 11
Greenhead High School