Tom Whittaker
Lingfield,Surrey
Summary
Professional and skilled in building maintenance, including painting and decorating, plumbing, and carpentry. Expertise in landscaping and grounds maintenance, construction, site security, and health and safety protocols. Committed to delivering high-quality workmanship while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Business Owner
Smelly Drains Ltd
Lingfield, Surrey
2022.01 - Current
- Business Owner: I manage daily operations to ensure the smooth running of the business. Scoring 10/10 on Checkatrade reviews.
- Site Management: Directing drainage and groundwork teams across multiple sites, including excavations, pipework repairs, and manhole construction.
- Operations & Maintenance: Managing high-pressure water jetting, CCTV surveys, and root removal for sewer/drainage blockages.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations (e.g., CSCS, NRSWA, Confined Spaces).
- Reporting & Design: Analysing CCTV footage to produce repair reports, interpreting technical drawings, and planning new installations.
- Project Coordination: Liaising with clients, local authorities, and contractors to ensure project delivery.
- Resources & Planning: Scheduling staff, equipment, and managing site logistics
Business Owner
Otterwood Fencing and Landscapes
Horley, Surrey
2016.01 - 2021.12
- Business Owner: Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the business. Scoring 9.87/10 on Trustpilot.
- Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in horticulture, landscaping design, and construction techniques, particularly for fencing and hardscaping.
- Equipment Operation: Experience using and maintaining landscaping and construction machinery.
- Communication & Leadership: Ability to manage teams and build strong, trusting relationships with clients
- Health & Safety: Ensure that all team members are trained and PPE is used and maintained in accordance with regulations.
General Maintenance Manager
Knoll Farm and Equestrian Centre
Horley, Surrey
2006.01 - 2016.01
- Building Repairs & Maintenance: Conducting routine maintenance, including repairs to fixtures, fittings, furniture, lighting, fencing and outbuildings
- Plumbing & Electrical: Unblocking toilets/traps, repairing taps, changing lightbulbs, and basic troubleshooting.
- Painting & Decorating: Internal and external painting and decorating.
- Grounds Maintenance: Ensuring outside areas are tidy, which may include litter picking, clearing drains/gutters, and gardening tasks.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Conducting routine checks (e.g., fire safety, water temperature), ensuring tools are used safely, and managing waste.
- Reactive Repairs: Responding promptly to emergency maintenance calls.
Education
GCSEs -
Sunnydown School
CaterhamSkills
- Building maintenance including painting and decorating
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Landscaping and grounds maintenance
- Construction
- Site security
- Health and safety
- Plant machinery maintenance and repairs
Certification
Confined space - level 2 medium risk,
Street works - NRSWA,
First Aid at Work,
Enhanced DBS,
Full UK driving licence
Timeline
Business Owner
Smelly Drains Ltd
2022.01 - Current
Business Owner
Otterwood Fencing and Landscapes
2016.01 - 2021.12
General Maintenance Manager
Knoll Farm and Equestrian Centre
2006.01 - 2016.01
GCSEs -
Sunnydown School