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Edmond Lwangu

Edmond Lwangu

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

A skilled professional with expertise in commercial and industrial coatings, proficient in the use of hand and power tools, and adept at reviewing and approving bid proposals. Demonstrates exceptional time management and project planning abilities, ensuring efficient execution of tasks such as wall and surface repair, sprayer use, and general painting. Competent in bookkeeping and computer literacy, contributing to comprehensive project plans and reports. Committed to delivering high-quality results while seeking opportunities for career advancement within the industry.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Painter/Polisher

Atlantis The Royal
Dubai, Dubai
02.2024 - Current
  • Mixed paint, achieved desired colour and consistency.
  • Assisting in the selection of appropriate colours, provided professional advice based on client's vision and existing decor.
  • Creating textured effect on walls with specialist brushes and tools for added depth in interior design projects.
  • Repairing surface defects to ensure flawless final result prior to painting process.
  • Operating power and hand tools in a safe and effective manner.
  • Appling varied types of paints, stain products and decorative finishes to all types of surfaces.
  • Inspecting furniture and buildings to identify sections for repainting.
  • Performing smoothing and finishing work on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Maintaining painting tools through regular cleaning, care and maintenance for optimum performance and reliability.

Painter/Polisher

Crowne Plaza Hotel Nairobi Airport
Nairobi, Nairobi
08.2017 - 01.2024
  • Repaired surface defects to ensure flawless final result prior to painting process.
  • Achieved smooth finish by applying paint with roller and brush techniques.
  • Accurately estimated required materials for job completion without wastage or shortage.
  • Created textured effect on walls with specialist brushes and tools for added depth in interior design projects.
  • Completed jobs within agreed timeframe, avoided unnecessary delays or disruptions.
  • Refreshed walls, doors and trims with strict attention to detail.
  • Operated power and hand tools in a safe and effective manner.
  • Applied varied types of paints, stain products and decorative finishes to all types of surfaces.
  • Inspected furniture and buildings to identify sections for repainting.
  • Maintained painting tools through regular cleaning, care and maintenance for optimum performance and reliability.

Sales assistant

Orata international
Nairobi, Nairobi
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
  • Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.

Stores assistant

rai plywoods
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2010 - 11.2012
  • Utilised point-of-sale systems efficiently, expediting checkout process for customers.
  • Contributed to positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Enhanced store efficiency by assisting with delivery processing.
  • Checked for damaged items to maintain a high-quality product range.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations whilst maintaining retail space aesthetics.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by replenishing low or out-of-stock items promptly.
  • Acted as a liaison between customers and management when required, improving overall communication within the store.
  • Loaded and unloaded deliveries, keeping all stocked items current.

Education

Diploma - paint mixing, application and Decoratives

crown paints
Kenya
/2018 - /2018

Diploma - computer sudies

Talons institute of business studies
/2010 - /2010

certificate - secondary education

st marys viwandani secondary school
/2006 - /2009

certificate - primary education

shimanyiro primary school
Kenya
/1996 - /2003

Skills

  • Commercial and industrial coatings
  • hand and power tools
  • bid proposals review and approval
  • wall and surface repair
  • sprayer use
  • book keeping
  • exceptional time management
  • project plans and reports
  • general painting and polishing skills
  • computer literate

Languages

English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • sports
  • photography
  • strategy gaming
  • mentoring others
  • travelling and learning new cultures

Certification

  • basic first aid
  • fire safety
  • food handling

Timeline

Painter/Polisher

Atlantis The Royal
02.2024 - Current

Painter/Polisher

Crowne Plaza Hotel Nairobi Airport
08.2017 - 01.2024

Sales assistant

Orata international
02.2014 - 12.2016

Stores assistant

rai plywoods
03.2010 - 11.2012

Diploma - paint mixing, application and Decoratives

crown paints
/2018 - /2018

Diploma - computer sudies

Talons institute of business studies
/2010 - /2010

certificate - secondary education

st marys viwandani secondary school
/2006 - /2009

certificate - primary education

shimanyiro primary school
/1996 - /2003

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