Rob

United Kingdom
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My next destination:
France - from Jul 2019 until Jul 2029
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My name is Rob, and I was for 20 years, a teacher and practitioner of massage, specializing in Shiatsu and Tuina (Japanese and Chinese Massage), and held 2 state licenses. I have also been a finish / trim carpenter (10 years),a professional gardener (Organic), I built my own house in Arkansas USA, and lived on 40 acres. In my youth I worked my way around the world in mineral exploration, and lived and worked in the bush. I have also been a hotelier (3 star international), and worked as a hotel manager, maitre'd , bartender, pub manager, and owned a Bed and Breakfast. I have also been a student of yoga and Pilates, and am into self-improvement.
I work well without supervision: I am efficient, strong,adaptable, and take pride in a job well done. I am a good problem solver, affable, with a good sense of humour, and a good communicator.
Still capable of working an 8 hour day , and helped re-roof a tiled barn in SW France. ( a 3 month stay in the Haute-Garonne).I have been doing Workaway and Wwoofing for about 6 years, in England , France and New Zealand.
I have drivers licenses for both sides of the road ! I have my own car ,and a bicycle.
I can cook, and keep a clean kitchen.
Looking for Workaways....in France and Ireland.
I moved to France in July 2019 , and want to improve my French , and do some workaways in a French speaking environment. I prefer warmer climates , but am willing to adapt. Improving my French , and learning about French culture are my priorities.
I am just about to finish up a 5 week workaway in the Rhone region west of Lyon. This has involved sandblasting a 200 year old dead olive tree , sanding and oiling it , for a salon centrepiece. I also made 15 signs that were put on a post , with the names of the countries that the workaways have come from , and last week I made 3 gates for this farm. I like to be challenged, and these were interesting , and unsupervised projects. I have since then done workaways in Brittany , the Garonne area , and returned for 6 weeks to a previous host in the Rhone area . Here I built a Torii , a Shinto gateway , cabinets , and several other woodworking projects
My motto is " Proper preparation prevents pretty poor performance ." Also known as the 6 Ps!!

I am staying near Montreal Aude till June 2021 , and would be available for workaways in the local area , not more than 45 minutes drive from Montreal 11290
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Languages
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
Gardening (good plant knowledge). Building ......have built my own house, lived on and developed 40 acres, and was a finish carpenter for 10 years .Comfortable working with power tools. Tourism.....former hotel manager(3 star international), barman, pub manager(Devon England). I have also worked on farms with sheep and cattle, milked cows by machine and hand, and taken care of friend's dogs, cats and horses. House sat for 3 years in Florida. I am domesticated and love to cook. Especially interested in Biodynamics, anything to do with Rudolf Steiner, and would like to learn Beekeeping, breadmaking, and acquire new skills. Just finished re-roofing a French Barn......required some beam removal, total tile removal , and replacement...about 100 sq. metres of roof. 2017 volunteered @ a white water rafting company in BC Canada, and was the cook for 8-14 people! 2019 just completed 2 workaways in New Zealand , trim carpentry, chainsaw work , and a vegetable garden reclamation. 2019 , I have completed 6 workaways in France , Lyon area , Aude , Brittany and Lot-Garonne and Nimes. 2020 just completed a 6 week workaway back in the Rhone area.
Age
73
What else ...
I am a omnivore, and have been a vegetarian in the past. I am used to hard work, and have spent the past few years working outdoors in the Florida summer. 20 years of my working life were spent practicing and teaching Chinese Medicine. I am very interested in Natural Health. Early riser, used to starting work @ 7.00 am. I am precise when working, as well as tidy and organized. I am good with tools and machinery, and I put things back where I find them, and tidy up after a day's work. Energetic, intelligent, kind, good sense of humour, and adaptable.
I am in excellent health and take no medications. Due to age, generally would prefer own room.
Good with cats, dogs, and children.

Have own car , bicycle .
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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16/11/2020

Left by host (Help with DIY and outdoor ...) for Workawayer ()

Rob was an exemplary workawayer. He came for a month and helped us with a number of fiddly carpentry jobs which really improved our storage provision. He was very friendly and enjoyed conversation with us over a glass of wine. We especially appreciated his respect for us and our space, and consideration for our routine. Any host would be lucky to… read more

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06/10/2020

(Help with DIY and outdoor ...)

I spent the month of September with Sue and Chris. They are a delightful couple , provide very comfortable independent accommodation , excellent food with great conversation. They had interesting and challenging projects that were very satisfying. Just what I like in a workaway.

Thank you both.

(Excellent )

31/08/2020

(Help us with some gardening, ...)

Jo and her family were fabulous hosts. The best . Great caravan accommodation, excellent food , and very generous people . I enjoyed the work , and especially working with Thomas.
Thank you all for a lovely month

(Excellent )

23/08/2020

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Rob is very conscientious, always wants to do his best, he finishes every job he starts, he's very proud of his work and so he should be, and he comes with his own tools. He is also an excellent dinner guest and great conversation. He is a nice man with a good heart and a good worker. He was our first ever workawayer and helped us take the first… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2019

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Thanks for helping out Rob and good luck in Carcasonne !

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07/11/2019

(Assist with Landscaping South ...)

Thanks Sally and Irving for a very good stay in Brittany. Lovely accommodation, excellent food , and charming hosts.

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16/11/2020

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06/10/2020

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31/08/2020

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23/08/2020

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07/11/2019

Left by host (Assist with Landscaping South ...) for Workawayer ()

Thanks for helping out Rob and good luck in Carcasonne !

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07/11/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Assist with Landscaping South ...)

Thanks Sally and Irving for a very good stay in Brittany. Lovely accommodation, excellent food , and charming hosts.

(Excellent )

07/11/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with gardening, sorting ...)

I spent a great week with Sylvie and Kris. A few challenging projects (just what I like!) , and best of all , they worked out beautifully , and resulted in a very happy host. We all worked well as a team , and accomplished a lot. Thanks for the lovely meals , Sylvie , and great hosting.

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03/11/2019

Left by host (Help with gardening, sorting ...) for Workawayer ()

Thanks very much Rob for this week spent together in a good and efficient team ! Thanks to your skills, and the work you have done with another workawayer, my kitchen got an new atmosphere... New wooden shelves in a curved shape, a modern, natural and original furniture ! The ambiance is more welcoming, and to look at it makes me feel happy ! This… read more

(Very good )

09/10/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us with renovations in a ...)

Laury , kindly took me at the last minute. She is a fabulous host , who takes excellent care of her workers. It was a pleasure to work for her , clear instructions , good tools , and she takes the time to introduce you to her friends . Very good accommodation and great food. A very social household , with lovely animals. Highly recommend. Thanks… read more

(Excellent )

09/10/2019

Left by host (Help us with renovations in a ...) for Workawayer ()

Rob is a very warm, friendly man who can hold his end of a conversation and get on with whatever tasks are at hand. He got on well with our other guests and workaways as well. We would be very happy to have him back for a longer stay! Thank you Rob!

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08/09/2019

Left by host (Need a helping hand in the ...) for Workawayer ()

Rob est resté à la maison quatre semaines. Tout s'est très bien passé.
Rob a travaillé en totale autonomie. Il me suffisait de lui dire ce que je voulais et le résultat était là, toujours à la hauteur de mes attentes. Très impliqué dans le travail demandé, Rob va à son rythme, et ne compte pas les heures.
Dans la vie quotidienne, Rob, bien que… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Need a helping hand in the ...)

A fantastic workaway experience for me. Just what I have been looking for. Exciting and challenging projects requiring me to improvise and expand my skills . A wonderful house in the countryside , lovingly restored with great innovations and artistic touches.
Herve , Mathieu and their family are exceptional hosts. Herve is extremely patient , and… read more

(Excellent )

24/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Rob came to help us with our reno project in Christchurch for a few weeks. We were glad to have him. He shared his deep understanding of wood with us, making a lovely job of sanding and preparing our doors and frames. He enjoyed our team of helpers and shared interesting stories of varied travels and experiences. Rob is a great organiser. He… read more

(Excellent )

31/10/2016

Left by host (A permaculture project with ...) for Workawayer ()

Rob was an great addition to our team for three months, he is a hard worker, he is tidy and conscientious in his work. he was a voice of experience in all kinds of aspects of building work, he helped us with reroofing our barn, and as well as proving himself an able carpenter, he is a fantastically skilled masseuse, just what you need after a hard… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Rob was very conscientious, and was happy to work the hours without supervision. He insulated my loft, tidied up the garden and helped point the brick work on the front of the house.

(Excellent )

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