Charlotte Newton
East Drayton ,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in risk assessment, reception management, and company policy enforcement. Demonstrates exceptional communication proficiency and decision-making under pressure, ensuring effective handling of sensitive information. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer literacy, complemented by strong customer service and team leadership skills. Holds a driving licence and certifications in CPR and First Aid, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency through responsive communication and report-writing. Career goals include advancing within procurement and purchasing systems to drive organisational success. Can work flexibly to cater for business need, able to work solely or as part of a team as an when required with a dynamic approach to evolve to all situations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Security officer
Equans
West Burton Power Station, Nottinghamshire
2014.08 - Current
- High level of computer literacy, proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications etc.
- CAFM user, Data base user (Tensor systems)
- proficient in the raising of purchase orders and allocation of correct budgets.
- Stand in supervisor / team leader to cover annual leave and sickness as required.
- Worked flexible working hours to suit business need.
- Undertook job specific training to enhance personal skills including SIA Licence.
- Maintained order by monitoring CCTV screens and reporting suspicious activities.
- Carried out health and safety risk assessments accurately for reducing potential hazards.
- Managed lost property system effectively, returning items to rightful owners promptly.
- Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
- Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
- Ensured smooth traffic flow in the car park by directing vehicles efficiently.
- Patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Assisted in emergency evacuation drills, ensuring all staff understood procedures.
- Supervised visitor sign-in process meticulously; ensured accurate record keeping.
- Trained new members of the security team, raising overall team performance levels.
- Applied outstanding communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff and visitors.
- Remained flexible in rapidly moving environment and adapted to developing situations.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
Domestic cleaner
Mitie Facilities Management
Cottam Power station, outgang lane, Cottam , Nottinghamshire
2010.09 - 2014.08
- Provided excellent customer service through clear communication with clients regarding their specific needs.
- Upheld highest standards in cleaning procedure adherence, resulting in consistently positive feedback from clients.
- Monitored inventory of cleaning supplies to uphold efficient functioning of service.
- Complied with COSHH regulations to protect health and safety of staff and residents.
- Recorded completed work on daily checklists and company logs.
Child Care Practitioner
Pump Farm Day Nursery
Tuxford, Nottinghamshire
2008.04 - 2010.08
- Developed strong relationships with parents, ensuring a cohesive approach to child care.
- Participated in training courses to enhance knowledge of child development and safeguarding practices.
- Managed challenging behaviour in a calm, patient manner, promoting positive interactions between peers.
- Worked closely with colleagues to ensure smooth running of childcare setting, demonstrating teamwork skills.
Education
GCSEs - Maths
Tuxford Comprehensive
Tuxford, Nottinghamshire 2002.09 - 2007.06
GCSEs - English
Tuxford Comprehensive
Tuxford, Nottinghamshire 2002.09 - 2007.06
SIA License -
SIA
Lincoln, Lincolnshire 2014.09 -
Emergency First Aid -
QNUK
Equans Regeneration LTD 2025.06 - 2025.06
MAXIMO Training -
Equans
Sturton le Steeple, Nottinghamshire 2023.06 -
CAFM user -
Equans
Sturton le Steeple, Nottinghamshire 2023.06 -
IOSH Managing Safety -
HSQE LTD
Remote / Open Learning 2025.06 -
Skills
- Risk assessment capability
- Reception management
- Email processing
- Company policy enforcement
- Responsive communication
- Report-writing
- Driving licence
- Professional demeanour
- Sensitive information handling
- Communication proficiency
- Decision making under pressure
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer literacy
- CPR and First Aid
- Procurement and purchasing systems
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency First Aid -
QNUK
2025.06 - 2025.06
IOSH Managing Safety -
HSQE LTD
2025.06 -
MAXIMO Training -
Equans
2023.06 -
CAFM user -
Equans
2023.06 -
SIA License -
SIA
2014.09 -
Security officer
Equans
2014.08 - Current
Domestic cleaner
Mitie Facilities Management
2010.09 - 2014.08
Child Care Practitioner
Pump Farm Day Nursery
2008.04 - 2010.08
GCSEs - Maths
Tuxford Comprehensive
2002.09 - 2007.06
GCSEs - English
Tuxford Comprehensive
2002.09 - 2007.06