David Byrne
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
I have worked at the English Institute of Sport Sheffield since September 2021. I am currently employed as a Duty Manager and Sports Assistant.
I have gained extensive experience in event management, daily operations, and maintaining the exceptional standards expected at the venue. I take pride in consistently upholding these high standards and strive to inspire the same commitment in my colleagues.
I have continually looked for growth, evidenced by my continued development and greater responsibilities at the EISS.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Duty Manager & Sports Assistant
English Institute of Sport Sheffield, EISS
2021.09 - Current
- This involves the daily operations of the venue, which include set-ups for various bookings throughout the day, preparing for events, and dealing with any customer queries
- Throughout my time I have looked to lead by example, embodying a positive work ethic and motivating staff for peak performance
- As a Duty Manager, I believe I have developed my customer service interactions by ensuring a positive experience when hosting events and being an excellent ambassador for the Trust
- Additionally, I have advanced my organisational skills and ability to delegate tasks, respond to situations quickly and effectively
- During my time at the EISS, I have completed several training courses including First Aid at Work and Defibrillator qualification, Fire Safety, Manual Handling, ACT awareness, Disability awareness and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion training
- Furthermore, I am fully licensed to operate Mobile Vertical (3a) and Boom (3b) Platforms and have an operational Personal License
Student Placement
Sheffield Hallam University
- I completed a 6-week placement as part of my degree course, working with a Junior Diving Talent Squad at Ponds Forge
- I worked in a multi-disciplinary team responsible for identifying weaknesses and introducing interventions to enhance the divers' performance
- From this experience, I learned to adapt my coaching style depending on the needs and abilities of different individuals as well as introduce innovative techniques to assess and analyse their performance
- As part of this role of working with young athletes, recognition of appropriate safeguarding practices to maintain the safety and welfare of the divers during their training was paramount
Charity Shop Volunteer
Barnado's
- I volunteered for Barnardo's Charity Shop where I served customers, ensured the shop floor was tidy and presentable, as well as dealing with any queries
- I found this enhanced my ability to communicate with others and work effectively as part of a team
- I also gained an insight into sales and marketing techniques with regard to organising displays and labels to increase footfall and the overall customer experience
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree - Sport and Exercise Science
Sheffield Hallam University
SheffieldA-Levels -
King Edward VII School
Sheffield2019
GCSEs -
King Edward VII School
SheffieldSkills
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Organisation
- Leadership skills
- Forward Thinking
- Delegation
- Continual Personal Development
- Staff training
Certification
Operational Personal Licence Holder
Powered Access Licence in Mobile Vertical & Boom Platforms
First Aid at Work and AED Certified
Accomplishments
Represented my county at the National level in Cross Country Running
North of England medalist in Track and Cross Country
Timeline
Duty Manager & Sports Assistant
English Institute of Sport Sheffield, EISS
2021.09 - Current
Student Placement
Sheffield Hallam University
Charity Shop Volunteer
Barnado's
Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree - Sport and Exercise Science
Sheffield Hallam University
A-Levels -
King Edward VII School
GCSEs -
King Edward VII School