David Deacon

• Advise both HGV and PSV operators on improving and maintaining compliance.
• Provide assistance and guidance to both HGV and PSV operators who are being investigated by DVSA.
• Deliver driver cpc training
• Prepare and deliver bespoke training
• Conduct compliance audits to both HGV and PSV operators
• Offer external transport manager service

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• Responsible for the national training of DVSA enforcement officers which included the following:
• Developed advanced training programmes by integrating latest policies and procedures.
• Maintained detailed records of each session's content, attendance, and outcomes for easy reference in future planning .
• Taught students about tools and equipment used by enforcement officers.
• Demonstrated techniques to students, showing correct methods and safe approaches for different actions.
• Facilitated collaboration in class environments, preparing students for future professional work.
• Developed vocational courses to meet needs of current students and employers.
• Utilised real-life scenarios during training sessions, improving officer readiness for field situations.
• Helped students understand industry-specific practices and regulations impacting work.
• Updated curriculum regularly to reflect changes in law enforcement practices and legislation.
• Conducted regular evaluations to ascertain progress of each trainee officer.
• Prepared and delivered vocational lessons meeting established standards.
• Maintained course records covering attendance, participation and grades.
• Tested student knowledge through practical examinations and written tests.
• Achieved high satisfaction ratings by providing tailored coaching sessions.
• Delivered high-quality results within budget and timeframe targets.

• I was a traffic examiner where my duties involved ensuring that operators and drivers complied with the various rules and regulations. This role meant that I:-
• Wrote and submitted reports concerning DVSA activities and investigations to both the courts and Traffic Commissioner.
• Adhered strictly to legal regulations whilst conducting duties, ensuring professionalism.
• Conducted official investigations by interviewing key personnel, gathering evidence and taking official statements.
• Kept sensitive intelligence safe and secure from unauthorised access.
• Utilised negotiation skills to defuse volatile situations peacefully.
• Upheld high ethical standards when dealing with sensitive information.
• Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
• Performed risk assessments prior to conducting road checks ensuring staff safety.

I was employed by DVLA within the local office in Glasgow which gave me a grounding in transport law, My duties included preparing cases to court for vehicles which did not have a current vehicle excise licence, register new vehicles, imported vehicles and self built vehicles. I also carried out investigations into stolen cars and included inspection of vehicles working closely with the police stolen car squad,

My duties included the following:

• Adapted quickly to changes in procedures or policies; maintained consistency in output quality despite fluctuations in workload demands.
• Delegated work effectively amongst team members; encouraged shared responsibility and teamwork.
• Participated actively in departmental meetings contributing valuable insights and suggestions.
• Prioritised tasks for timely completion of projects.
• Fielded requests from information from outside parties and wrote professional correspondence in response.