Robert Knibbs
Maintenance operative and landscaping professional
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About
I am a highly motivated, reliable, and adaptable professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Possesses strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Committed to maintaining high standards of work, delivering excellent results, and contributing positively to organisational success.
Interested in a challenging and rewarding position where I am able to utilise and further develop my existing skills, knowledge, and experience. Eager to contribute to a dynamic organisation, take on new responsibilities, and support the achievement of both personal and company goals through dedication, professionalism, and continuous learning.
Experience
Maintenance operative and landscaping - Joben Properties ltd
(2021-01 - 2026-12)
Manage day to day maintenance and operation of residential and commercial properties.
- Coordinated and supervised contractors, ensuring work is completed at high standard.
- Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance requirements and ensure it is compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and resolve issues efficiently.
- Planning and scheduling preventative maintenance to minimise property repair cost.
- Manage property budget, approve maintenance expenditures and monitoring cost to ensure value of money.
- Managing utility services, security systems and building facilities to ensure smooth property operation.
Maintenance Manager - Avante Care Home
(2020-01 - 2021-12)
- Assisting when required
- Complying with the health and safety and fire regulations
- All aspects of grounds maintenance
- PAT testing electrical appliances in the home
- Cyclical Redecoration
- Undertake maintenance repairs and remedial works as identified
- Performing weekly fire alarm tests
- Undertake routine H&S monitoring, inspections and audits in the home
- Undertake light plumbing and carpentry repairs
- Maintaining equipment in the home
- Assist with moving furniture and goods deliveries
- Carrying out other reasonable duties
Refuge Loader - SERCO
(2018-01 - 2020-12)
- Being polite and respectful
- Always Adhering to the Health & Safety regulations
- Working to timescales and deadlines
- Assisting collecting waste & recycling from the kerbside
- Ensuring the correct items are being put into the correct bins
- Performing all other duties as and when requested
Self Employed – Property Maintenance/ Caretaker - SHERICO CARE SERVICES
(2014-01 - 2018-12)
- Being polite and respectful
- Cleaning and clearing general areas
- Changing light bulbs and light fittings and making various adjustments to other fixtures and fittings
- Rewiring, changing fuses, junction boxes etc.
- Minor plumbing and carpentry
- Moving furniture and equipment
- Assembling furniture and equipment
- Garden/footpaths maintenance
- Painting and decorating
- Tiling and retiling kitchens and bathrooms
- Clearing gutters and drains
- Maintaining property exteriors throughout the different seasons
PROJECT MANAGER, Carpenter - GANDECO
(2013-01 - 2014-12)
- Being respectful and well mannered
- Taking measurements of different types of units
- Installing doors, windows and other fixtures
- Making various adjustments to fittings
- Understanding drawings, plans and written or spoken instructions
- Understanding mathematical and numerical data
- Being physically capable of performing the required functions
Shop Manager - R&T's Grocery and Newsagents
(2011-01 - 2013-12)
- Providing excellent customer service
- Payroll Processing.
- Interviewing, recruiting, training and mentoring new employees into the business.
- Setting budgets and forecasting sales.
- Developing positive relationships with potential customers, establishing their business needs and developing solutions.
- Stock taking and stock control.
- Stock replenishment.
Team Member - MORRISONS SUPERMARKETS
(2009-01 - 2011-12)
- Providing excellent customer service
- Stock taking and stock control
- Stock replenishment
- Keeping the work area tidy and hygienic
Education
Grafton College
Shepherd's Bush London
AA Hamilton College, London