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John L. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operations management, training, and logistics. He has held various roles in companies such as Acclaim Handling Ltd, Gibbs and Ball Ltd, Associated London Distribution Limited, and Booker Food Services. John has obtained multiple certifications in areas like manual handling, telehandler operation, and first aid. He has worked in different capacities, including warehouse management, transport management, and general management. John's expertise spans across industries, and he has demonstrated his ability to adapt to new environments and take on new challenges. John's skills include training, operations management, logistics, and safety awareness.

Credentials

  • Mental Health First Aider
    Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
    Oct, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Manual Handling
    CITY AND GUILDS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (INCORPORATED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM)
    Jan, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Telehandler
    RTITB
    May, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Certificate of Professional Competence, National and International
    OCR
    Jul, 2004
    - Apr, 2026
  • Management level 2
    NVQ Training & Consultancy Services Ltd
    Apr, 2004
    - Apr, 2026
  • IOSH
    IOSH
    Mar, 1999
    - Apr, 2026
  • Harness -use and inspection
    International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
    Dec, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Train a Trainer
    RTITB
    Oct, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Cherry Picker
    International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
    Jul, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Scissor lift
    International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
    Jul, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • RTITB Instructor
    RTITB
    Nov, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Multi Directional Side Loader
    RTITB
    Jan, 2017
    - Apr, 2026
  • Flexi Truck
    RTITB
    Aug, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Very Narrow Aisle Truck
    RTITB
    Jan, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Counterbalance
    RTITB
    Nov, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • PPT
    RTITB
    Nov, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Reach Truck
    RTITB
    Nov, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Tow Truck
    RTITB
    Nov, 2015
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

    • United Kingdom
    • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • RTITB Training Instructor
      • Sep 2021 - Present

    • Driver Trainer Manager
      • Aug 2020 - Sep 2021

    • Driver Trainer / Instructor
      • Nov 2015 - Aug 2020

      RTITB instructor, training individuals on all types of material handling equipmentNational or in House, site specific training covered on Counterbalance, Reach, VNA, Flexi, Tele-handler Multi Directional Side Loader and Pedestrian picking trucks, all types of Attachments plus MEWPS Management safety awarenessSlinging and LiftingGantry Crane Train a TrainerHarness use and inspectionManual Handling

    • General Manager
      • Jul 2008 - Oct 2015

      Reporting directly to Board Level, I am responsible for all day to day aspects of site operations. This will include Health and Safety, Staff, Site Profitability, control of assets and management of our property portfolio.

    • Assistant Operations Manager
      • Jun 1997 - Jul 2008

      Day to day duties include Transport manager, site Health and Safety, HACCP control, looking after customers, quotes / new business, pest control, training, QMS

    • Warehouse Manager
      • Jan 1995 - Jun 1997

      Sub Contract warehouse for Tate and Lyle sugarsLooking after a large sugar holding store and maintaining a high standard of controlDealing with staff, order picking, vehicle loadingCustomer support

    • HGV class 1
      • Jan 2002 - Nov 2009
      • Surrey Quays

      Part time role at weekends getting valuable driving experience delivering live news on a tight time line throughout the country

  • Booker Food Services
    • Edenbridge, Kent, United Kingdom
    • Warehouse Supervisor
      • May 1989 - Jan 1995
      • Edenbridge, Kent, United Kingdom

      I started at Booker Food Services in 1989. My first role was picking orders in the warehouse. I obtained my Reach Fork Lift Truck license in my first year. With this license i was given the role of Fork Lift Driver and looked after stock arriving on site including stock control / Date rotation. In 1993 i successfully applied and gained the role of Warehouse Supervisor. My responsibilities were looking after day to day warehouse operations, motivating staff and making sure the picking operation run smoothly.

  • JA Higgs
    • Forest Gate, London E7
    • Auto Electrician
      • Oct 1986 - Apr 1989
      • Forest Gate, London E7

      I joined JA Higgs through the YTS Scheme back in 1986. Throughout my first two years i passed my City and Guilds Motor Mechanics and Auto electrics exams. I went on to learn skills in vehicle fault finding diagnosis and rebuilding of all types of co-axial units. I also gained experience in Alarm fitments and in car entertainment.

Education

  • 1980 - 1986
    Rokeby High School
    7 CSE, Motor Mechanics

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