Josh Reid

A friendly, polite, driven and outgoing individual. Enthusiastic and motivated who can manage time effectively, as well as working in a flexible and positive manner. Able to work proficiently as part of a team, remaining flexible and proactive in dealing with all aspects of job roles.

Follows instructions well and is dedicated in finishing tasks to a high standard. Takes pride in my work. Has experience in the construction industry and hospitality, sectors which has allowed me to build strong communication, customer service and team-working skills.

I am willing to participate in any additional training to secure employment in a fast-paced working environment.

Handyman at Spectraglass (2024-02 – Present)

• Delivering glass around Scotland.
• Performing strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting.
• Completing end-to-end deliveries by reaching assigned customers on time and obtaining signatures.
• Contacted customers ahead of drop-offs, effectively confirming and coordinating delivery times.
• Maintained optimal vehicle driving conditions, conducting daily fuel, tyre and safety checks.
• Safely loaded and unloaded deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.
• Keeping grounds around the warehouse tidy by cutting grass and hedges.
• Keeping warehouses tidy by organising tools and equipment.
• Working in the packing warehouse, getting glass ready to be delivered/shipped.
• Labouring along side our architectural glass specialist, which involves fitting glass balustrades and balconies.
• Loading the van with all the equipment we need for each job.

Modern Apprenticeship at B&A Builders (2019-04 – 2023-04)

I split my time between the building site and Arbroath College on a 3-weeks on, 3-weeks off basis. On the building site, I was labouring, driving a transit tipper, dumper truck, bricklaying and stonemasonry.

• Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
• Worked efficiently to help teams' complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
• Confidently operated and manoeuvred trucks, safely transporting heavy construction materials and supplies.
• Maintained construction machinery in line with operation manuals.
• Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
• Stored, maintained and cleaned construction equipment.
• Prepared sites and surfaces for concreting.
• Promoted health and safety by raising concerns of unsafe practices to construction supervisors.
• Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.
• Safely loaded and unloaded daily deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.
• Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
• Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.

Delivery Driver at Hermes, Evri (Self Employed) (2023-04 – 2023-06)

• Interpreted maps effectively, following written and verbal directions as required to navigate optimal delivery routes.
• Maintained optimal vehicle driving conditions, conducting daily fuel, tyre and safety checks.
• Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
• Safely loaded and unloaded packages with zero material damage.
• Contacted customers ahead of parcel drop-offs, effectively confirming and coordinating delivery times.
• Completed end-to-end deliveries by reaching assigned customers on time and obtaining signatures.
• Minimised complaints by maintaining clear communication with customers, promptly advising of schedule changes.
• Kept vehicles safe and roadworthy maintaining and checking fuel, oil and water levels.

Events Steward at Col Clean (Summer Job) (2018-04 – 2018-08)

• Cleaned dressing rooms, artist area, toilets and showers quickly and efficiently at Rewind Festival and Cool Britannia Festival.
• Emptied and cleaned trash cans following procedures.
• Kept cleaning equipment to optimal standards to reduce cleaning inefficiencies.
• Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
• Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
• Restocked, refreshed and sanitised bathroom facilities.
• Reported breakages to supervisor.
• Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
• Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.

National 5 in Hairdressing – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 5 in Hospitality: Practical Cake Craft – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 5 in Physical Education – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 5 in Hospitality: Practical Cookery – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 4 in Art and Design – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 4 in Computing Science – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 4 in Geography – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 4 in Mathematics – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)

National 4 in Spanish – Perth Academy (2012 – 2017)