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Luke Derrick

Thornbury,VIC

Summary

Knowledgeable and hardworking fence/timber installer with 5 1/2 years of experience (3 years running my own business), focused on achieving the best possible results and customer satisfaction. Excellent understanding of tools and installation procedures with great attention for detail. Also a very quick learner of techniques/products I haven't used before.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director/Installer

Bespoke Timberworks
01.2020 - 11.2023
  • Started my own company initially operating by myself, supplying and fitting a wide variety of timber, concrete and composite fencing, decking, made to order gates, sheds, retaining sleepers.
  • After 6 months employed and led a team of installers, ensuring timely completion of projects and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Mentored a junior installer, fostering professional development through hands-on training and guidance.
  • Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients, dealing with quotations/admin/finances myself.

Fence Erector

1st Class Fencing
05.2018 - 01.2020
  • Started working for my fathers company, primarily erecting timber fences, decking and gate making. Gained an excellent knowledge of building techniques, power/hand tools including laser levels.
  • Had the advantage of 1-1 training to gain good understanding of the trade quickly.
  • Learnt the importance of attention to detail and that everything should be completed to best possible standard.
  • Took over the company in November 2019 as my father fell ill, which meant learning to be independent on the job, before starting a new company on my own in Jan 2020.

Sales Executive

BMW Bristol
03.2013 - 05.2018
  • Selling new and used cars via face to face and telephone.
  • Consistently met monthly targets by implementing effective sales strategies
  • Gained a great understanding of customer rapport and experience in dealing with a wide range of different customer types

Education

Diploma - Business Studies

St Katherine's
Bristol

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Estimating Abilities
  • Working in a Group
  • Problem Solving
  • Self Motivation

Additional Information

Drivers Licence (Manual and Automatic)

White Card

Timeline

Director/Installer

Bespoke Timberworks
01.2020 - 11.2023

Fence Erector

1st Class Fencing
05.2018 - 01.2020

Sales Executive

BMW Bristol
03.2013 - 05.2018

Diploma - Business Studies

St Katherine's

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