Dean Verges

• I am currently responsible for a team of 30 officers pulled from different departments and police forces for proactively searching / locating those attending public events, Notting Hill Carnival in the main with corrosive substance intent to cause harm.
• I produce comprehensive stratergy to reduce crime rates with implementation of proactive policing strategies.
• Liaised with external agencies for sharing intelligence data and resources.

Team Leader – Operations & Risk Management
Led specialist teams in high‑risk, fast‑moving environments requiring strong leadership, risk assessment, and performance oversight. Managed critical incidents using structured frameworks, assessed KPIs, implemented corrective actions, and supported staff well‑being to maintain high performance, resilience, and stakeholder confidence

• Initially responsible for leading a Roads Policing function focused on regulatory compliance, public safety, and the reduction of serious harm and fatalities.

• Progressed into a position within a Roads Crime function, operating as part of a tri‑force team during the COVID‑19 pandemic. This role involved overseeing cross‑organisational operations at a time of exceptional uncertainty, heightened risk, and rapidly evolving guidance.

• Played a key role in coordinating activity with external agencies and partners, collectively targeting high‑harm offenders exploiting vulnerable individuals during the pandemic. Ensured that operational activity remained ethical, lawful, and proportionate while maintaining public trust and organisational integrity.

• Responded effectively to unprecedented circumstances by driving continual learning, reviewing operational practices, and adapting strategies to protect employee welfare and public safety. Demonstrated agility and resilience in decision‑making during prolonged periods of disruption.

• Fostered strong teamwork within challenging and high‑pressure environments, improving unit cohesion, morale, and effectiveness through visible and supportive leadership.

• Provided tactical and strategic advice to senior leaders during operational planning phases, supporting informed decision‑making and effective risk management.

• Improved compliance with organisational policies and procedures through the design and delivery of regular training interventions, reinforcing standards and accountability.
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• Invested in the development of junior staff through coaching and structured training, resulting in improved capability, confidence, and overall team performance.

• Began my full‑time professional career in a frontline operational role, developing core skills in incident response, decision making, and public service delivery within a high‑demand environment.

• Responded to emergency and priority incidents, providing timely, professional support to members of the public and ensuring effective service delivery under pressure. Required to assess situations quickly, balance competing priorities, and take appropriate action in line with organisational policy and legal requirements.

• Handled sensitive and confidential information on a daily basis, maintaining strict data protection standards and respecting the privacy and rights of all individuals involved. Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and accountability when managing information and making decisions with potential legal and reputational impact.

• Safely detained and managed individuals where necessary, ensuring fair, lawful, and professional treatment at all times. Maintained a calm and respectful approach during challenging interactions, reducing risk and supporting positive outcomes.

• Progressed into a specialist road network operations role, contributing to the safe and effective management of a strategic transport network. Worked to keep critical infrastructure operational, fully understanding the economic, safety, and societal impact of network disruption if incidents were not managed efficiently.

• Responded to complex and high‑impact incidents affecting road infrastructure, coordinating actions to minimise disruption, manage risk, and restore normal operations as quickly and safely as possible.

• Held responsibility for attending and managing fatal and serious collision investigations. Delivered a professional, compassionate service to bereaved families and stakeholders, operating with empathy, accuracy, and attention to detail during highly sensitive circumstances.

• Produced thorough and compliant incident documentation, ensuring accuracy, accountability, legal, and organisational standards were met.