Joshua Thomas Dawes

Hi I'm Josh, I have around 2 years of work experience with animals, both in a professional and voluntary capacity. I worked professionally with horses at PB Paddock Paradise Livery, where I cared for rehabilitating, retired and ridden horses. I also volunteered at Gentle Shaw Wildlife Sanctuary where I assisted in the care of many different animals from birds to Capuchin monkeys.

Yard Hand & Maintenance at PB Paddock Paradise Livery (2023 – 2025)

• Ensured the daily feeding and care of around 30 horses
• Administered medications and followed treatment plans for sick or elderly horses
• Operated and maintained company vehicles including tractors, dumpers & UTV's
• Operated and maintained equipment such as tractor attachments, strimmers & chainsaws
• Formed relationships with liveries to maintain a transparent and healthy environment

Machinist at ETJ-M (2020 – 2023)

• Machined and manufactured bespoke parts using traditional methods
• Conducted quality inspections on all products after manufacturing
• Conducted machine maintenance and repairs when necessary
• Engaged with customers to ensure full satisfaction with the end product

CNC Machine Operator at Madewell Products (2018– 2020)

• Operated and maintained a CNC milling machine
• Ensured all parts were machined to ISO standards
• Worked as part of a time to maintain an efficient and tidy standard of work

Diploma in Social Sciences in Social Sciences – NSCG (2025)

GCSE in Mathematics in Mathematics – NSCG (2024)

City & Guilds Level 2 in Site Carpentry in Site Carpentry – South Staffs College (2013)