Luke Gilbertson

Skilled and safety-focused Scaffolder with over 30 years of experience erecting, modifying, and dismantling scaffold structures across commercial, residential, and industrial sites. Known for delivering high-quality workmanship, maintaining strict safety standards, and working efficiently within fast-paced environments. Strong team player with a solid understanding of load-bearing requirements, site regulations, and safe access solutions.

Scaffolder at Veryan Scaffolding (2024-10 – Present)

Current role as Scaffolder

Scaffolder - Site Foreman at Hamptons / Arch Scaffolding (2012-06 – 2024-10)

Site Foreman role managing scaffolding projects

• Lead the erection, modification, and dismantling of scaffolding structures in line with TG20:21, SG4, and site-specific requirements
• Interpret and work from complex drawings, plans, and design specifications, ensuring all structures meet safety and load-bearing standards
• Supervise and mentor junior scaffolders and labourers, providing guidance, checking work quality, and ensuring correct techniques are used
• Conduct daily safety checks, risk assessments, and scaffold inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations
• Coordinate with site managers, contractors, and trades, ensuring scaffolds are delivered on time and adapted to changing project needs
• Manage materials, tools, and equipment, ensuring efficient use, correct handling, and organisation across the site
• Ensure all scaffold structures meet legal and industry standards, including bracing, ties, guard rails, toe boards, and access points
• Communicate clearly with team members and site supervisors, reporting progress, risks, and any structural concerns
• Oversee the safe loading, unloading, and transportation of scaffold materials, ensuring manual handling procedures are followed
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including handover certificates, inspection sheets, and sign-off reports
• Support with complex or high-risk builds, including suspended scaffolds, confined spaces, and restricted-access installations
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on site, ensuring PPE compliance and safe working practices at all times
• Operate HGV Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently for deliveries, collections, and site transport
• Carry out thorough vehicle checks and daily walk-around inspections, ensuring full compliance with safety and roadworthiness standards
• Load and unload materials securely, following safe manual handling and load-securing procedures (strapping, chains, restraints)
• Transport scaffold materials, equipment, and supplies between depots, sites, and storage yards
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, paperwork, and digital records, ensuring all documentation is completed correctly
• Comply with all driving regulations, including tachographs, Working Time Directive, and company policies
• Plan routes and adapt to traffic, site restrictions, and changing schedules to maintain timely deliveries
• Communicate effectively with site managers, yard teams, and logistics staff, providing updates on progress and delays
• Support site teams where required, including loading assistance, equipment organisation, and general labour tasks
• Keep the vehicle clean, well-maintained, and service-ready, reporting defects promptly

Scaffolder - Charge Hand at J C Beale - Brickwork and Scaffolding Ltd (2007-03 – 2012-06)

Charge Hand role in scaffolding operations

Construction Industry Scaffolding Record Scheme in Scaffolding (2029-01)