Craig MacDonald

Hardworking and reliable professional with extensive experience in grounds maintenance, customer service and practical trade-related work. Possesses hands-on experience in joinery, carpentry and flooring installation, including laminate, LVT and vinyl flooring. Skilled in the use of a wide range of hand and power tools, with a proven ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Recognised for excellent time management, strong communication skills and a positive, motivated attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Senior Neighbourhood Operative - Midlothian Council - Stobhill

(2024-01)

• Carry out grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, tree work, litter picking and path/road maintenance.
• Operate a wide range of vehicles, vans, machinery and handheld equipment safely and efficiently.
• Selected to train as a stand-in supervisor, supporting the coordination of daily work activities and assisting with team operations when required.
• Assist with allocating tasks and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
• Support colleagues and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and safe working practices are followed at all times.
• Liaise professionally with members of the public, contractors and council staff.
• Installed and maintained public waste bins across council areas.

Loader/Sorter - Midlothian Council - Stobhill

(2016-01 - 2024-12)

• Worked as part of a refuse collection team, emptying household, commercial and recycling bins across Midlothian.
• Ensured efficient and safe collection of waste and recyclable materials.
• Worked to strict collection schedules and routes while maintaining high standards of customer service.
• Assisted with vehicle safety checks and adhered to health and safety procedures.
• Worked effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding outdoor environment.

Operative - Viridor - Bonnyrigg

(2015-07 - 2016-02)

Assisted with waste processing and site duties in a busy recycling environment.

Food Packer - Burton's Biscuit Factory - Edinburgh

(2014-10 - 2014-11)

Worked in a fast-paced production environment ensuring quality standards were met.

General Operative - McSENCE - Mayfield

(2014-03 - 2014-04)

Home Assembly & Click & Collect Team Member - IKEA - Edinburgh

(2012-10 - 2012-12)

Assembled products for customers and supported order fulfilment in the Click & Collect department.

Joinery Assistant (Work Experience) - John Dennis & Co Ltd - Bonnyrigg

(2011-01 - 2011-12)

Shadowed a joiner and assisted with tasks in a workshop environment.

National Progression Award in Construction - Joinery and Carpentry