This document contains a personal profile and resume for Colin Derricott. It outlines his contact information, skills, employment history in roles such as a removal operative and packer, education and training qualifications, and availability of references. His profile describes him as hardworking, dedicated, and versatile with the ability to adapt to new situations. His employment history details various roles in retail, warehousing and construction from 1990 to the present.

1. Colin Derricott
103 Millers Lane
Platt Bridge
Wigan
WN2 5DS
Telephone: 01942 561147
Mobile: 07722656424
Email: colinderricott@yahoo.co.uk
Personal Profile
A hardworking, dedicated and versatile individual committed to providing work of a high quality
standard, conscientious with the ability to adapt to new situations and meet new challenges.
Possesses the necessary skills and attributes to prove to an employer, would welcome the chance
to progress within an organisation and above all recognises enthusiasm for the job. Excellent skills
which are easily transferable from warehousing, retail and construction.
Key Skills
 Self motivated being able to work without direct supervision
 Flexible and an adaptable approach, always willing to learn
 Good attendance and timekeeping skills
 Adhering to strict Health & Safety regulations in accordance with company policies and
procedures in the workplace
 Manual lifting and handling materials, understanding of technical equipment
 Multi tasking ability for operating equipment
 A good sense of timing and co ordination
Employment History
Jul 2012 to present: - Wigan & Hospice, Wigan, Volunteer Removal Operative/Driver's Mate
(15 hours weekly)
Duties include:-
 Assisting the driver to sort out the pickup schedule at the start of day
 Emptying domestic bin contents, sorting of glass, pottery and plastics items
 Loading items onto the vehicle, securing them safely for transportation to the recycling
centre
 Keeping the vehicle generally tidy and prepared for use
Jun 2010:- British Home Stores, Wigan, StoreroomAssistant (4 weeks Work Placement)
Duties included:-
 Checking and unpacking deliveries
 Arranging stock within the stockroom ready for transfer to the sales floor
 Changing prices on goods to reflect sales prices with the use of a barcode scanner
2002:- Iceland Frozen Foods, Retail Assistant
1996 - 1988:- Kwik Save, Platt Bridge, Retail Assistant
Duties included:-
 Re-stocking the shelves to ensure they are filled to an appropriate level and standard
 Moving stock from the main freezer to shop freezer, check stock required
 Assisting colleagues checking off the deliveries against delivery invoices
 Cleaning up spillages, ensuring items are in the right place, cleaning up rubbish
2001:- Marsden Wafers, Hindley Green, Packer
2000:- Pasco Spices, Ince, Packer
Duties included:-
 Storing goods in line with instructions
 Moving stock around by hand, using lifting gear

2.  Picking and packing orders, loading goods for dispatch
1999:- Co - op Superstore, Wigan, Store Assistant (13 Weeks Work Placement)
Duties included:-
 Customer service and product knowledge
 Transporting warehouse items using a pump truck
1994 - 1995:- Alpha Timbers, Newtown, Wigan, Labourer
Duties included:-
 Wood preparation, measuring and cutting to size
 Packing and palletizing orders ready for dispatch
1990 - 1993:- Chillwood Ltd, Ashton-In-Makerfield, Production Operative
Duties included:-
 Working on a fast moving production line packing paper tubes and foil
 General cleaning and maintenance of all machinery parts
Education & Training
Jun 2010:- Work Solutions, Wigan
 City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Retail
 Flexible New Deal Programme Step 3 - Employability Training & Development
Mar 2010 - Jun 2010:- International Learning Centre, Wigan
 Flexible New Deal Programme Step 2
 Career Enhancement & Job search Training
2009 - Mar 2010:- Inspire to Independence, Wigan
 Flexible New Deal Programme Step 1
 Career Enhancement & Job search Training
2004 - 2008:- Standguide Ltd, Training Centre, Wigan
 Food Hygiene, Health & Safety Certificates
 Telephone & Interview Techniques/Application Forms, Cover & Speculative Letters
 New Deal 25+ (Pilot Project) Intensive Job search Activities
 Gained City & Guilds in Word Power 9606 (Rathbone Training Centre)
 City & Guilds in Number Power 9616 (Rathbone Training Centre)
1977 - 1982:- Rosebridge High School, Wigan
 Educated to core curriculum levels standards in English Language, Mathematics & Science
Hobbies & Interests
In my spare time to keep fit I enjoy walking. I like to garden and complete DIY projects. I enjoy
meeting up with family and friends as often as possible.
References
Available on request