Stuart Burns

A self-motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic individual who has the determination and capability to succeed. Extremely competent and reliable, self-motivated and passionate person who enjoys working as part of a team, and the maturity to work without supervision. Manages time effectively and efficiently also performs well under pressure.

Communicates well at all levels and has a methodical approach to planning and organising. A quick learner with a can do attitude who is keen to secure a position which will utilise and develop his skill base and improve on his own personal development.

Senior Youth Development Officer (2023-01 – Present)

• Raising standards of attainment and achievement for all
• Addressing the 'poverty related attainment gap' by ensuring equity of opportunity
• Improving employability and positive destinations for all young adults 16-24 years old
• Improving the learning environment
• Promoting access to College education
• Promoting citizenship and community engagement
• Promoting employability skills for lifelong learning including enterprise and creativity
• Teaching practical skills Eg. Joinery, Upholstery, painting & decorating, IT skills
• Working in the community on council run projects

Sales Driver at Arnold Clark (2022-11 – 2023-01)

• Delivering and collection of customers vehicles

PAT Testing Engineer (2022-07 – 2022-10)

• Portable Appliance testing Class 1 & 2
• Testing appliances for Schools, Hospitals, Hotels, Offices and commercial Businesses

Delivery Driver at Amazon Prime (2022-09 – 2022-06)

• Multi Drop parcel delivery, Use of Amazon handheld scheduling app
• Using Handheld route planner
• Delivering up to 200 drops per day

Owner/Director at Auto Foam Wash (2005 – 2021)

Set up new business venture, obtaining site and purchasing all equipment, negotiating with service providers for supplies, Arranging advertising, Responsible for the recruitment and training of all new staff members. Leading the day-to-day management of staff ensuring that resource meets customer demand, providing a friendly service and building a good rapport with customers Handling on customer complaints quickly and effectively, organised a filing system to input data into SAGE Accountancy system for bookkeeping and tax year end reporting, ensuring all environmental regulatory requirements are met. Understanding of Health & Safety Guidelines

• Working with Forward Training Enterprise and Street Soccer – Placements for young people/school leavers, providing on the job training & mentoring with a view to employment

Delivery Driver at Home Aid West Lothian (2001-09 – 2005)

• Picking up and delivering household goods within a charity organisation
• Supplying furniture to council run projects within the West Lothian area

Logistics Controller at Ambassador Packaging LTD (1997-03 – 2001)

Initially employed as a forklift driver and warehouse operative. Duties included handling of goods in and out of warehouse and preparing orders to be delivered by company vehicles. During my time with the company, I have been promoted to Logistics Controller, where my duties now include controlling accurate stock levels and warehouse budgets.

Creating and preparing customer delivery schedules, ordering of external supplies and intercompany deliveries. Liaising with office staff and sales team ensuring all customer demands are met to the highest standard. Supervising a team of Warehouse Operatives and dealing with their daily requirements.

Ensuring service schedules and MOT Certificates are up to date on company vehicles with all necessary repairs and maintenance are carried out. Providing excellent customer relations and increased productivity. Good leadership qualities, ensuring a friendly and efficient working environment.

Ability to work under pressure in demanding circumstances. always Maintaining accurate and effective stock levels.

ITEC Computing Certificate

Upholstery & Furniture Repair – City & Guilds

Coach building – Classic car interior and carpeting

Forklift Counterbalance

Reach Truck

First Aid Training

Assessors Training – SQA