Participant - Restart Scheme (Reed in Partnership)
(2026-03)
- Attending fortnightly meetings and working alongside employment advisor to overcome barriers into employment.
Mechanic Assistant - Personal Projects & Shop Work
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
- 2 Month work placement to work alongside the Projects & Shop Work manager.
- Developed mechanical knowledge through hands-on practice.
- Took apart engines on Pod bikes and replaced piston rings
- Built strong mechanical knowledge through hands-on repairs and workshop support.
- Serviced bikes and cars, including oil changes, tyre changes, and general maintenance.
- Supported experienced mechanics in workshop tasks and learned safety procedures.
Site Assistant - Bridger Landscaping
(2024-01 - 2025-12)
- Maintained lawns and green spaces through regular mowing, strimming, edging, and leaf clearance
- Assisted in landscaping projects such as turf laying, patio installation, fencing, and pathway creation
- Operated and maintained landscaping equipment including lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers
- Applied pest and disease control methods to maintain plant health
- Ensured all work was completed in line with health and safety regulations, including proper use of PPE
- Maintained tidy outdoor areas by removing waste, debris, and ensuring proper disposal of green waste
- Worked effectively both independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and quality standards
Pellet Yard Worker - TW Pellets
(2023-01 - 2024-12)
- Gained experience working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day yard operations.
- Learned how to work safely and communicate under pressure.
- Learned the importance of teamwork, safety, and efficiency.
