ThatEssexBloke

A hardworking, enthusiastic, and conscientious individual with extensive experience in driving, distribution, warehouse operations, and site-based work. Highly capable of managing multiple responsibilities, prioritising workloads, and meeting deadlines efficiently. Comfortable working under pressure while maintaining high standards of workmanship and strict adherence to Health & Safety practices. Approachable, reliable, and equally effective working independently or as part of a team.

Installer / Warehouse Operative - Associated Security Solutions Limited

(2023-05)

• Manufacture, installation, and removal of commercial and residential safes (50kg–3000kg)
• First 18 months based in warehouse and stores, gaining strong stock control and logistics knowledge
• Progressed to installation crew, working on-site with specialist equipment
• Consistently worked as part of a team under strict H&S procedures

Groundsman / Gardener - Bentley Crematorium - Brentwood - Brentwood

(2022-05 - 2023-05)

• Responsible for full grounds maintenance across the crematorium
• Built and prepared gardens for internments
• Led internments independently with professionalism and sensitivity
• Undertook training as a Cremation Technician and reached test-ready level
• Role ended due to personal reasons

Shops Van Driver - St Francis Hospice - Romford - Romford

(2014-06 - 2022-10)

• Delivered and collected furniture from shops and private homes
• Transferred stock between retail locations
• Supervised and managed drivers' mates
• Maintained excellent customer service and professionalism at all times

Assistant Warehouse Manager - SwallowBox - Barking - Barking

(2010-07 - 2014-02)

• Oversaw day-to-day warehouse operations
• Managed a small team of staff
• Received, dispatched, and recorded goods accurately
• Operated counterbalance forklift
• Completed and maintained all warehouse-related paperwork

Warehouse Operative / Driver - Chelmsford Kitchen Studio - Chelmsford - Chelmsford

(2007-01 - 2010-12)

• Stock movement by hand and forklift
• Loading and delivery of goods
• Picking, packing, and despatch
• Maintaining clean and safe work areas

Warehouse Operative - Galleywood Kitchen Studio - Chelmsford - Chelmsford

(2002-01 - 2007-12)

• Stock handling, picking, and packing
• Forklift operation and deliveries
• Loading goods for despatch
• General warehouse housekeeping

GCSE - Barstable School - Basildon (1979 - 1984)