Michael Johnston

Oversaw refurbishment projects across Cornwall and North Devon to enhance shop environments. Directed installation of new doors, countertops, and bespoke fittings to ensure high-quality standards. Managed perimeter boarding, cladding, flooring, and new aisles to improve overall aesthetics and functionality.

Shop Fitter - Precise shopfitting - Cornwall

(2023-06)

Oversaw refurbishment projects across Cornwall and North Devon to enhance shop environments. Directed installation of new doors, countertops, and bespoke fittings to ensure high-quality standards. Managed perimeter boarding, cladding, flooring, and new aisles to improve overall aesthetics and functionality.

Carpenter - Self-employed - Plymouth

(2017-11 - 2023-06)

Delivered high-quality home improvement services, ensuring client satisfaction through meticulous work. Achieved seamless second fix installations of doors and kitchens, contributing to overall home aesthetics. Successfully completed various additional tasks including plumbing, decorating, and tiling, enhancing living environments.

Carpenter - marisco south ltd - Plymouth, Devon

(2016-07 - 2017-11)

Assisted team with cut roof timber work and tiling tasks. Supported installation of first fix stud work and plasterboard. Contributed to second fix work including doors, skirting boards, kitchens, and bathrooms. Participated in decorating and basic plumbing activities to enhance skillset.

Carpenter - Princess Yachts International Plc - Plymouth, Devon

(2011-11 - 2016-06)

Working for an international luxury boat building company. My role is to fit all the stainless steel fixings and the safety rail that stretches across the deck. I am responsible for drilling with precision so the rails and the cleats fit perfectly.

I am also responsible for the deck cut out which again has to be done with great accuracy, due to the fact that the boats fittings will be mounted to these cut out. My other role, This involves working from instruction, and is to fit and fix all pre assembled furniture down to the mm. also using own initiative and meeting very demanding targets. I have to be a great team player, but at the same time work will on my own.

self employed carpenter - Self-employed - My own

(2010-11 - 2011-11)

Delivered high-quality carpentry solutions for 1st and 2nd fix installations. Achieved successful barn conversions through expert bespoke carpentry techniques. Enhanced overall project outcomes by implementing effective carpentry practices.

Carpenter - CLC Contractors Limited

(2010-01 - 2010-09)

• Assisted in carpentry tasks related to bathroom renovations. Interacted with homeowners to ensure a pleasant working environment. Maintained a clean workspace to prevent accidents. Executed boxing in around pipes and toilets. Installed toilet roll holders and cabinets.
• Assisted in 1st and 2nd fix carpentry tasks within residential properties undergoing renovations. Participated in hanging doors, fitting skirting boards, and constructing studwork. Supported flooring board installations, dry lining, and kitchen fittings.

Carpenter - SPWC

(2006-04 - 2009-09)

• Delivered successful outcomes in timber frame construction by ensuring safe and efficient assembly of ground floor panels. Achieved project milestones in social housing by effectively managing first and second fix carpentry work. Realised skill enhancement through the acquisition of installation techniques for diverse structural elements. Completed NVQ Level 2 in site carpentry, affirming commitment to ongoing professional development. Facilitated training excellence in crane operations, securin
• Ensured efficient organisation of items through effective unloading of deliveries. Achieved optimal gondola layouts by expertly coordinating planning based on provided drawings. Delivered high-quality assembly outcomes by guaranteeing frames were secured and levelled accurately.
• Achieved safe working conditions for tradespersons through effective site cleanliness oversight. Streamlined logistics of construction materials, resulting in improved delivery timelines for plasterboard and flooring boards. Contributed to overall project efficiency by proactively adapting to various roles within the labour group.
• Enhanced project success by ensuring timely supply of essential materials to carpentry and dry lining teams. Achieved operational efficiency through effective logistics coordination for plasterboard flooring boards and joists. Strengthened collaboration between trades by providing seamless access to necessary materials, driving project completions.
• Achieved robust quality control through effective oversight of pressure testing operations for steel tubing. Enhanced product reliability by implementing thorough inspection processes for tubes in water, successfully eliminating defects. Optimised testing schedules for incoming coiled tubes, ensuring alignment with operational standards and specifications.