Daire Croke
Mountrath
Summary
I am a hardworking and adaptable professional with experience managing diverse projects. I communicate effectively with staff and customers, learn quickly, take direction well, and am committed to delivering high-quality results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Caretaker
Cosby NS & Rushall NS
Stradbally & The Pike of Rushall , Ireland
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained access to school in adverse weather conditions, clearing paths from snow, ice, leaves and floodwater.
- Booked outside contractors for major repair work using a preferred network of contacts.
- Held responsibility for cleaning and up-keep of buildings and grounds area, improving aesthetics and appearance.
- Took steps to deter trespass.
- Undertook daily checks of WC facilities, providing stock to ensure adequate supplies remained onsite.
- Investigated and resolved faults and issues within development including leaks and fire alarms.
- Built and maintained effective relationships with teams and visitors.
- Ensured that the building was a safe and hygienic place for all staff and visitors.
- Assisted with office moves and carried out heavy lifting and furniture assembly
- Stored building equipment in secure area to mitigate risk of theft.
- Scheduled maintenance, repair and cleaning work by liaising with different disciplines.
- Authorised building access and oversaw key management.
- Patched up painting sections showing wear and tear to improve look of building interior.
- Notified management on major repair and maintenance needs.
- Maintained designated building and associate grounds in pristine and orderly condition.
- Planned and carried out grounds maintenance activities to meet seasonal needs.
- Showed very good awareness of health and safety standards and procedures.
- Carried out simple cleaning, maintenance and repair tasks for daily upkeep.
- Examined building conditions, identifying health and safety hazards and arranging remedial action.
- Supervised contractors to maintain high standard of work.
- Maintained paths, cut grass and carried out painting and maintenance of fences.
- Developed good technical knowledge in some areas of building services equipment and maintenance.
- Effectively prioritised and multitasked to meet deadlines.
Trade Sales Manager
Coolrain Sawmills
Mountrath, Ireland
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Searched for new markets and clients to spur business growth.
- Directed business activities, planned events and brainstormed new ideas.
- Developed work strategies and teams to optimise labour productivity.
- Was involved in the management of staffing requirements by coordinating with line manager in relation to work schedules and recruiting new employees.
- Determined needs of clients.
- Coordinated hiring and recruitment to bring in knowledgeable, friendly staff.
- Drafted and negotiated contract terms with clients.
- Helped staff create attractive displays to drive stock sales.
- Implemented seasonal plans for products and advertising, meeting customer expectations and maximising sales.
- Devised optimum pricing strategies.
- Supervised daily work operations and located ways to maximise productivity.
- Evaluated resource consumption and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
Education
Certified Metal Fabricator - Apprenticeship in Metal Fabrication ( 4 years)
AIT and CIT
Athlone and Cork 2005
Green Cert - Agriculture
Gurteen College
Tipperary, TA1998
Skills
- Proficient in tools use
- Self motivated
- Workload prioritisation
- Communication with pupils
- Routine maintenance planning
- Liaising with staff
- Retail industry knowledge
- Customer relationship
- Salesmanship
Timeline
School Caretaker
Cosby NS & Rushall NS
09.2024 - Current
Trade Sales Manager
Coolrain Sawmills
01.2019 - 08.2024
Certified Metal Fabricator - Apprenticeship in Metal Fabrication ( 4 years)
AIT and CIT
Green Cert - Agriculture
Gurteen College