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Patrick Turner

Edinburgh,Midlothian

Summary

Professional with extensive experience in client-facing roles, recognized for delivering exceptional customer service. Proven skills in bespoke furniture crafting, interior fitting, and building framework construction. Achievements include enhancing workplace efficiency and maintaining high-quality workmanship. Proficient in blueprint reading, safety protocol adherence, and effective use of hand and power tools.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sole Trader

Green Forrest Joinery
08.2022 - Current
  • Client Acquisition: Secured new business and maintained client relationships to drive growth.
  • Project Management: Organized and managed all aspects of joinery projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
  • Material Procurement: Ordered and sourced materials required for various projects, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency.
  • Design Development: Utilized 3D software to create and refine design concepts tailored to client specifications.
  • Financial Management: Prepared detailed estimates and invoices for clients, managed finances, and oversaw all tax-related applications.
  • Production Planning: Developed cutting lists and schedules to streamline production processes and manage workload efficiently.
  • Logistics Coordination: Transported materials to client locations, ensuring timely delivery and proper handling.
  • Customer Service: Maintained a high level of customer service, addressing client needs and concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Furniture Construction: Expertly constructed and installed custom fitted furniture, ensuring precision and craftsmanship.
  • Finishing: Provided professional painting services to ensure high-quality finishes on all projects.
  • Workshop Management: Operated and maintained a fully functional workshop, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.
  • Operational Oversight: Managed overhead costs and implemented strategies to optimize business operations.
  • Created a website to market services and products online.
  • Managed customer service inquiries via email, phone and social media platforms.
  • Researched new industry trends and technologies to stay competitive.

Joiner

Take Root Designs
09.2019 - 08.2022
  • Accurately cut, rip, and prepare a variety of materials to a consistently high standard.
  • Assemble bespoke carcasses and furniture units with precision and attention to detail.
  • Responsible for all painting tasks, with a focus on high-quality spray finishes.
  • Interpret technical drawings and follow detailed plans and instructions effectively.
  • Work in both workshop (bench joinery) and on-site environments.
  • Install custom-made units including wardrobes, media centres, and loft beds.
  • Carry out various first fix carpentry tasks such as fitting roof rafters, door hanging, and framing.
  • Lead select projects independently, overseeing fabrication and full installation.
  • Operate a wide range of power tools safely and proficiently.
  • Craft and install fine finishes such as mouldings, slatted panels, and other decorative elements.
  • Maintain strict quality control standards throughout all phases of production and installation.
  • Deliver excellent customer service with professionalism, politeness, and respect.
  • Maintained machinery used in the manufacture of joinery items according to health and safety regulations.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.

Education

College Diploma - Joinery and Carpentry

George Watson College
Edinburgh, Scotland

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Project management
  • Power tool operation
  • Customer service
  • Woodworking skills
  • Joinery techniques
  • Wood finishing
  • Precision cutting
  • Cabinet construction
  • Estimate preparation
  • Construction mathematics
  • Team collaboration
  • Performance monitoring

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sole Trader

Green Forrest Joinery
08.2022 - Current

Joiner

Take Root Designs
09.2019 - 08.2022

College Diploma - Joinery and Carpentry

George Watson College

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