Mark Edwards

A dependable and skilled Handyman and Maintenance Operative with nearly a decade of hands-on experience carrying out repairs, installations, and general maintenance across residential and commercial properties. Backed by a further 10 years in structural construction and street furniture installation, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality workmanship safely and on time. Competent across a broad range of trades including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and decorating, and fixture installation.

Holds a Street Works Certificate and up-to-date health and safety knowledge. Currently seeking a Handyman or Maintenance Assistant role where practical skills and a reliable work ethic can add real value.

Property and Home Maintenance - Self-Employed

(2025-08)

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance tasks around the home, including carpentry, painting, and minor plumbing.
• Installing fixtures, shelving, and appliances to a high standard.
• Sourcing materials, managing schedules, and liaising with contractors and suppliers.
• Assessing maintenance issues and determining the most effective and cost-efficient solutions.
• Keeping up to date with new tools, techniques, and materials relevant to property maintenance.
• Maintaining a safe and hazard-free working environment in line with health and safety requirements.

Building Bus Shelter - Trueform Engineering - Hayes

(2015-03 - 2025-07)

• Performing the on-site erection and fitting of various bus shelters, canopies, and associated street furniture.
• Adhering to all relevant health and safety regulations and safe working practices, including NRSWA and CSCS standards, and experience with CDM Regulations.
• Ensuring all construction and installation work meets BSI structural standards, DDA/ADA compliance, and Trueform's high-quality specifications.
• Working with engineering-grade construction materials and special components like shock-absorbing glazing retention systems to ensure durability and safety.
• Implementing quick-release yet tamper-proof fittings during installation to facilitate efficient, low-cost maintenance later.
• Ensuring the physical infrastructure is capable of incorporating intelligent transport hardware, such as CCTV, solar panels, RTPI displays, and audio PA systems.

Warehouse operative - West London Reuse - Greenford

(2013-07 - 2013-08)

• Receive deliveries of goods
• Inspect paperwork and check for damaged or missing items
• Move goods around the warehouse using lifting equipment
• Check stock levels and make sure items are stored safely
• Pack, wrap, and load items to be dispatched
• Clean the warehouse

Handyman - CSL Building Services Agent - Edgware

(1996-01 - 2005-09)

• Perform a wide variety of maintenance and minor repair tasks around residential or commercial properties.
• Complete general repairs and maintenance tasks, which can include patching drywall, fixing leaky faucets, or repairing broken furniture.
• Performed minor plumbing tasks including fixing dripping taps, replacing washers, and clearing blocked drains.
• Handled basic electrical tasks such as replacing sockets, light switches, light fixtures, and fitting smoke alarms.
• Undertake painting and decorating of interior and exterior surfaces.
• Installed a range of fixtures and appliances including ceiling fans, washing machines, shelving units, and kitchen and bathroom cabinets.

Level 1 - Principles of Internet Safety - Shaw Trust Equal Online Learning (2025-11)

Level 1 - Health & Safety in the Workplace - Shaw Trust Equal Online Learning (2025-11)

Certificate - Street Works Certificate - Trueform Engineering (2024-09 - 2024-09)

Level 1 & Level 2 - Motor Mechanics Certification - Uxbridge College (1995-01 - 1995-12)

GCSEs - Chantry High School (1994-01 - 1994-12)