Colin Anderson
Caister-on-Sea,Norfolk
Summary
Experienced professional with extensive expertise in water quality testing, construction site supervision, and wastewater treatment. Demonstrates strong project management capabilities and proficiency in surface water management and water supply systems. Skilled in permit application processes, health and safety compliance, and public speaking. Adept at virtual classroom instruction, diversity and inclusion awareness, employee assessment tools, and specialised industry knowledge. Committed to employee development through on-the-job coaching, performance improvement strategies, new starter inductions, and Zoom presentations. Career goals include advancing site safety awareness and enhancing pipe material knowledge for optimal pipe installation.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainer
Utilise/Kier
Wymondham, Norfolk
04.2025 - Current
- Prepared detailed training materials, ensured ease of understanding for all participants.
- Collaborated with management to create personalized development plans for employees.
- Stayed abreast of latest industry trends; incorporated these into relevant courses.
- Developed employee skills by delivering comprehensive training programmes.
- Facilitated open discussions during sessions, encouraged active participation from attendees.
- Prepared training materials and supplemental aids to support employee comprehension.
- Held refresher courses and workshops to reinforce key concepts and skills.
- Delivered instruction across various topics, integrating audio-visual presentations and training materials.
- Planned training schedules, prepared materials and booked necessary rooms and facilities.
- Developed soft skills by providing training in time-management, problem-solving, and effective communication.
- Produced training and supportive materials tailored to organisational needs.
- Facilitated high-quality workshops, meetings and demonstrations online and offline.
- Updated and modified training syllabus to stay ahead of industry developments and maintain relevancy.
Steward/Paddock Steward
Yarmouth Stadium
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure smooth running of kennel operations.
- Maintained high standards of kennel cleanliness, resulting in better dog health.
- Collaborated with vets for ensuring top health conditions of the dogs.
- Adhered strictly to licensing regulations, maintained an impeccable record during inspections.
- Ensured Dogs were ready and presentable for parades at the required times set by Sky TV.
- Ensured the correct allocation of kennels to keep the dogs identified and safe.
- Oversee the security of the kennels and the welfare of the dogs.
Delivery Agent
Kier Group
Norwich, Norfolk
11.2017 - 03.2023
- Maintained site cleanliness, contributing to improved work environment.
- Handled procurement of materials for optimal resource utilization.
- Ensured safety protocols for minimal workplace accidents.
- Implemented cost-saving measures whilst ensuring high-quality outputs.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff, enhancing skill development.
- Delivered projects within deadline by closely monitoring progress.
- Oversaw daily operations on-site, promoting effective workflow management.
- Managed a team of contractors, resulting in timely project completion.
- Demonstrated leadership skills during challenging circumstances, ensuring team morale remained high.
- Upheld regulatory compliance at all times during project life cycle.
- Responded promptly to site issues with optimum solutions to prevent delays.
- Conducted regular site inspections to comply with safety guidelines.
- Kept workforce in compliance with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring activities.
- Delivered inductions and toolbox talks to achieve efficient team performance.
- Held regular team briefings to communicate project goals and expectations.
- Implemented method statements and risk assessment reporting.
- Administered site diary with comprehensive visitor, meeting and incident logs.
- Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
Front line manager
Kier Group
Norwich, Norfolk
05.2013 - 11.2017
- Delegated tasks evenly amongst the team to maintain balance workload.
- Coordinated team meetings to keep all members updated and aligned.
- Ensured health and safety rules compliance, creating a safe work environment.
- Addressed employee concerns promptly, reducing workplace conflicts.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, avoiding major breakdowns and interruptions.
- Identified training needs and opportunities to provide Continued Professional Development (CPD) for staff.
- Oversaw all aspects of installation on the water network.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency, ensuring timely completion of all activities.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw the installation of various projects and advised where required.
- Got involved with innovations and relaying the information to the work force.
- Trained and upskilled operatives where and when required.
Team Leader
May Gurney
Norwich, Norfolk
06.2001 - 05.2013
- Attended further training courses regularly, staying up-to-date with the latest industry practices and technologies.
- Led a team, carrying out tasks that involved all aspects of the water industry's as follows,
- Service installations
- New main laying
- Lead relays
- Installing all types of fittings on the water Network
- Conducting investigations into water issues
- Working with customers to ensure a satisfied outcome
- Complying with health and safety
- Creating mains diversion to help with new developments
- Ensured 24 and 7 availability for emergency repairs minimising property damage from unexpected leaks.
- Promoted ways in which to save water in the home
- Successfully repaired a variety of plumbing issues including minor drips, major bursts, blockages.
water general Operative
May Gurney
07.1995 - 06.2001
- Adhered to health and safety procedures whilst carrying out tasks.
- Repaired and replaced damaged sections of pipeline, maintaining efficient water supply.
- Followed company protocols whilst carrying out all tasks.
- Worked as part of a team to achieve project deadlines.
- Installed utility pipelines for essential services provision.
- Achieved successful excavation tasks with use of appropriate machinery.
- Conducted manual labour tasks, contributing to team efforts towards project completion.
- Identified and wore appropriate PPE required for various tasks.
- Stored tools and equipment in safe and secure area.
- Followed advice laid out by risk and COSHH assessments.
- Established positive relationship with members of public affected by groundworks.
- Used shovels, hole diggers and trenching equipment to complete manual site work.
- Dug trenches and backfilled ground for pipe installation.
Education
GCSEs - General
Calderstones Comprehensive school
Liverpool 09.1986 - 05.1990
Skills
- Water quality testing
- Construction site supervision
- Wastewater treatment knowledge
- Project management capabilities
- Surface water management
- Water supply system expertise
- Permit application experience
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Project Management
- Water processes
- Public speaking
- Virtual classroom experience
- Diversity and inclusion awareness
- Employee assessment tools expertise
- Specialised industry knowledge
- On-The-Job coaching
- Employee development proficiency
- Performance improvement strategies
- New starter inductions
- Zoom presenting
- Site safety awareness
- Pipe material knowledge
- Pipe installation
Affiliations
- I enjoy fishing in my spare time as well as helping my daughter build and race stock cars.
Certification
IOSH
British Safety Council Level 2
SMSTS
Temp Works Supervisor
Installation Of Temp Works
Accredited Trainer For EUSR
Lantra Traffic Management
Timeline
Trainer
Utilise/Kier
04.2025 - Current
Steward/Paddock Steward
Yarmouth Stadium
03.2023 - 04.2025
Delivery Agent
Kier Group
11.2017 - 03.2023
Front line manager
Kier Group
05.2013 - 11.2017
Team Leader
May Gurney
06.2001 - 05.2013
water general Operative
May Gurney
07.1995 - 06.2001
GCSEs - General
Calderstones Comprehensive school
09.1986 - 05.1990
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