Operations Manager

• Mar 2023 - Present

F. Bamford (Engineering) Ltd, known as in the industry as Bamford Doors Was formed in 1984 as part of the Bamford Group of Companies. With our wealth of engineering expertise we specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of custom made, vandal resistant security doors and screens to meet the needs of many local authorities, housing associations, schools and other public sector buildings on a national basis. For almost 40 years our range of products have been installed into many sites throughout the UK. Show less

Senior Health and Safety Consultant

• Feb 2021 - 2023

Technical Director

• May 2002 - Sep 2021

UKLacrosse are the premier Lacrosse distributors and suppliers within Europe. Supplying the leading brands including Warrior, Brine and Cascade, we offer the complete range of equipment and servcing to the lacrosse community. Uklacrosse has a history of providing excellent customer service with the highest technical knowledge and expertise to all levels of play from total novices to International Teams. We can cater equipment supplies to suit any budget and levels of play. Provided the highest level of tution and training on offer outside the USA with staff playing and working in the game for over 25 years. Lacrosse isn't a job its a life style and passion. Show less

HSEQ Manager

• Oct 2013 - Mar 2016

- Client contact and liaison on HSEQ matters, frequently speaking with clients to identify specific needs and develop systems and procedures to ensure the safety of all persons and the environment. - Management and control all CDM requirements for Fenelon storage tanks - Review and advise senior management on changes in legislation or upcoming legislation and best practice guidance to ensure compliance at all times. - Management of ISO9001 accreditation including internal process auditing across all business areas and external auditing of suppliers and subcontractors - HSEQ Lead across all projects and work scopes, frequent site visits to encourage best practice and promote a good Safety culture at all levels within the business across all UK sites - Multisite auditing/assessment with compilation of action plans and reports with given timescales and close out actions. Visit includes feedback sessions with site teams and clients. Process includes safety tours, safety inspection and audits. - Ownership of company proactive near miss reporting protocols and close out actions - Management of all HSEQ relevant tender information completion of tender applications with - Policy and procedure development and review - Review and update of all HSEQ to manage risk - Accident Investigation and reporting in line within both internal, external and client procedures, - Fire Risk Assessment across all sites - Training- design, develop and deliver in house training courses - Management of the annual training budget, sourcing and selection of appropriate training providers and management or certification. - Weekly, Monthly and Annual reporting to senior management team on HSEQ statistics and trends, performance against KPIs and setting of new targets. - COSHH review, assessment and implementation for all chemicals and work processes - Development and review of all working procedures such as work at height, noise, vibrating tools, and confined space rescue plans etc. Show less

Health and Safety Advisor

• Jan 2010 - Oct 2013

Praxis42 are an HSEQ Consultancy offering advice and support to all levels of company from FTSE listed to sole traders and partnerships. Clients include Hiscox insurance, ITV, Enterprise Inns, EE, T-Mobile, 3, BT, Monsoon and Accessorize along with Numerous Local councils, and many other companies. As well as providing consulting and support they also develop e-learning and face to face training for their clients . Key activities / areas of responsibility: - HSE auditor and advisor across multi-site location through UK and Europe - Lead consultant/Advisor on numerous projects taking clients specific brief and producing required solutions and also completing gap analysis of systems and advising on requirements to management any deficiencies - Review and advice on all aspects of workplace HSE in line with legislation, best practice and client’s procedures. - Fire Risk Assessments completion and action plan development, regular communication with all stakeholders including fire and rescue services enforcement teams - Complaining and developing Emergency Action plans with all relevant stake holders - Asbestos Management, undertaking annual ACMs reviews and actioning required remedial works - Food Hygiene and safe working procedures auditing reporting liaison with local Environment Agencies as required. - Development of NOP and EAP form clients brief to achieve set targets or outcomes, annual review of previous works and updating s required., - Liaising with various clients and enforcing authorities including Fire, Council and EHO - Promoting and Educating Users on e-learning and use of interactive online support and guidance - Deliver of in house Fire and safety training to clients employees - Development of auditing protocols against client brief. - DSE assessment and reporting - Pregnant workers assessments and guidance Show less

Health and Safety Officer

• Sep 2011 - Oct 2011

Safety officer for T&I Shutdown on Total Lindsey Oil Refinery -Development, implementation, review and update of workplace method statements and risk assessments -Site safety tours -Accident and incident investigation and reporting -Monthly client and management reports -Client liaison -Development and delivery of Toolbox training talks -Proactive safety management and near miss reporting Safety officer for T&I Shutdown on Total Lindsey Oil Refinery -Development, implementation, review and update of workplace method statements and risk assessments -Site safety tours -Accident and incident investigation and reporting -Monthly client and management reports -Client liaison -Development and delivery of Toolbox training talks -Proactive safety management and near miss reporting

Site Safety Officer

• Oct 2008 - Mar 2009

on the Marchwood CCGT new build Power Station. My Responsibilities and Duties Included - Responsible for all HSE on Site for Cape - Liaison between client and Senior Management for both the client and Cape including Monthly Reports - Design and development of local site procedures, SSOW, design to meet legal and company Polices plus ISO standards. - Accident/ Incident/ Near Miss reporting, analysis and feedback - Risk Assessments - Development of actions plans and best practice to prevent accidents and re occurrence - Writing and delivering Toolbox talks and Safety Alerts - Internal Auditing across a diverse range of topics including, PPE, Safe working, Environment, Welfare, - Completion of safety tours and walks with and without the client - Site Employee inductions and Safety Training on Risk Assessments, Working at Height and Near miss recording - Drug and Alcohol Testing - Advisor to management and site employees - Site 1st Aider Show less

Trainee HSEQ Manger

• Sep 2007 - Oct 2008

- Work across various Site including Coal and Nuclear Power Stations, Chemical Sites and Oil and Gas Facilities - Office and Site Safety advice both on and offshore - Part of Companywide team re-developing IMS - Developing and Implementing SSOW and Method Statements for use on all site types - Internal Auditing of Sites Coal Power Stations, Oil and Gas Plants - Development and Issuing of Improvement plans - HAV Analysis and System development - Development and Implementation of Equipment Trials and approval - Development of new company policies and procedures - Client liaison - Review, Updating and Training on Cape IMS system - Client Tender completion - Reviewing Contractors Safety records and approving as Subcontractors - DSE Assessments - Site Risk assessments - COSHH Assessments and Training - Database control on TBTs, Near Miss/ Accident reporting. - Accident Investigation and feedback - Part of team ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 - Site visits for review and to offer guidance - Work Force contact for advice - Safety Representative Co-ordination -Working with all levels of management both clients and internally. Show less

Assistant Operations Manager

• Jun 2006 - Sep 2007

Responsible for Day to day running of Hotel - All HSE issues within company across 2 sites, COSHH, Risk Assessments, Method Statements Training, security, Emergency response plans - Project work and reporting to senior management - Function Organisation and management - Staff recruitment, Training and supervision Responsible for Day to day running of Hotel - All HSE issues within company across 2 sites, COSHH, Risk Assessments, Method Statements Training, security, Emergency response plans - Project work and reporting to senior management - Function Organisation and management - Staff recruitment, Training and supervision