Project Manager

• Jun 2023 - Present

Without supervision manage a variety of complex tasks related to the Project Management of marine and interior outfit projects from commercial handover, through to on-site and then project close down. Collaborate across different functions to ensure allocated tasks contribute to the overall project delivery requirements.Understand the final scope of projects over a million pound and take ownership for allocated tasks or projects following relevant sign off. With approval from a Senior Project Manager plan and work with the relevant stakeholders on the procurement of all resources and labour. Contribute to the on-going communication with the client professionally and consistently. Contribute to project meetings from start up to close down, including regular and ad-hoc project and site meetings. With minimal supervision help control and monitor project performance according to the project specification, budget and timeline. Make recommendations for continual improvements that can be made.With minimal guidance produce and provide regular project and financial reports to nominated stakeholders identifying any variances and how these are to be managed or mitigated. In collaboration with the Senior Project Manager, during project delivery review labour and resource levels on site, proactively recommending where adjustments are required. Support the Senior Project Manager ensuring Health and Safety standards are adhered to for nominated sites including ensuring personnel are issued with and wear the appropriate Personal Protections Equipment. Where required take full responsibility for the delivery of small projects ensuring they are completed on time, in budget and to the client requirements. Show less

Junior Project Manager

• Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

With direct supervision manage a variety of complex tasks related to the Project Management of marine and interior outfit projects from commercial handover, through to on-site and then project close down. Where appropriate lead on smaller projects. Collaborate across different functions to ensure allocated tasks contribute to the overall project delivery requirements.· Understand the final scope of the project and take ownership for allocated tasks or projects following relevant sign off.· With approval from a Senior Project Manager plan and work with the relevant stakeholders on the procurement of all resources and labour.· Contribute to the on-going communication with the client professionally and consistently.· Contribute to project meetings from start up to close down, including regular and ad-hoc project and site meetings.· With minimal supervision help control and monitor project performance according to the project specification, budget and timeline. Make recommendations for continual improvements that can be made.· With minimal guidance produce and provide regular project and financial reports to nominated stakeholders identifying any variances and how these are to be managed or mitigated.· In collaboration with the Senior Project Manager, during project delivery review labour and resource levels on site, proactively recommending where adjustments are required.· Support the Senior Project Manager ensuring Health and Safety standards are adhered to for nominated sites including ensuring personnel are issued with and wear the appropriate Personal Protections Equipment.· Where required take full responsibility for the delivery of small projects ensuring they are completed on time, in budget and to the client requirements. Show less

Specialist Welfare Worker

• Apr 2018 - Sep 2022

Provide an excellent standard of service to all Service personnel and their families by providing a specialist casework service, through one to one and group sessions, ensuring anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice. Act as a local interface between the Armed Forces and families, delivering presentations and community initiatives. Work in partnership with statutory agencies, undertaking evidenced based assessments to advise Command on the requirement for intervention, while remaining in up to date and adhering to legislation. Conduct one to one session with young adults in their school environment during a time of need, liaising with SEN and Safeguarding Officers to ensure the correct intervention is made. Show less

Department Coordinator

• Apr 2016 - Apr 2018

• Managed and Co-ordinated all aspects of a deployable Unit, arranging courses, leave and manpower. Provided support and guidance on HR related issues, including Maternity, Pay, Equal Opportunities and Performance Plans. • Planned, managed and delivered a project to setup of a Forward Operating Base in Oman. Liaised with stakeholders and maintained robust channels of communication between Command, Embassy Staff and Civilian Port agents to ensure the smooth and successful running of Operations while feeding into future Operations. Delivered the project in budget and on time, receiving commendation from the Commodore. • Continuous review of all processes, policies and procedures to ensure best practice. • Coached and Mentored new and existing line managers in the application of all policies and procedures as required. • Managed the development of 18 Able Ratings and Leading Hands within the department, conducting Command Leadership and Management briefs and writing annual appraisal reports.• Project Managed the maintenance packages for 5 deployed Ships in Bahrain. Provided leadership to a team of 20, performed resource planning and managed project documentation. Liaised with engineers, logistical support, finance and other professionals to ensure the completion of the project within scope, quality standards and specific requirements. Show less

Office Manager & Event Manager

• Jul 2011 - Apr 2016

• Led the logistical planning and successful execution of all aspects of a high profile Naval Base Families Day enjoyed by over 4,000 people, including event design, health and safety compliance, stakeholders and financial aspects. • Responsible for planning and delivering a high number of large, simultaneous, and more high profile events on a monthly basis in support of the business engagement strategy. • Designed, constructed and implemented a Leadership Training program to assist Junior Ranks within the Eastern Region to develop their Command Leadership and Management skills in preparation for progression in the Service. • Acted as Office Manager and implemented the Physical Training output intent and maintained quality control. • Organisation of Team Building events, including Adventurous Training and Sports Activities. • Managed a staff of 12-20, co-ordinating all aspects of manpower to ensure a positive output and performance. • Acted as the building manager, ensuring all defects are highlighted and rectified while ensuring all health and safety policy is adhered to. • Supervising the delivery of business support and directing and enhancing daily administrative operations inclusive of office inventory management and general administration. Show less

Physical Trainer for HMS Ark Royal

• Feb 2010 - Jun 2011

One of two Physical Trainers for HMS Ark Royal, keeping the ship's company fit to fight. Organising events on and off the Ship, conducting the liaison officer role in foreign ports.

Physical Trainer HMS Nelson

• Mar 2008 - Feb 2010

General Sailor

• Feb 2000 - Mar 2008

Conducted Leadership and Management courses to achieve Chartered Institute of Leadership and Management Level 5. Conducted general Naval duties to include, Radar Operator, Ships husbandry, Security and Ship to Ship Boarding Party. Completed 4, 6-9 month, operational deployments at sea, covering the Far East, Middle East, America and Europe.