Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Hugh Glanfield

Taunton,Somerset

Summary

Experienced and adaptable professional with expertise in safe driving practices, transport safety, and adherence to road laws. Skilled in driving 3.5-tonne vehicles.

Demonstrating resilience in stressful situations and the ability to handle adverse conditions.

Knowledge and experience of building temporary lighting and sound structures for Events.

Proficient in shift work adaptability, and maintaining performance during night shifts or challenging weather changes. Committed to ensuring safety and efficiency while navigating diverse transport scenarios.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Ambulance Emergency Medical Technician

South Western Ambulance Service
Taunton, Somerset
07.2005 - 12.2024
  • Practised safe driving techniques whilst transporting patients, guaranteeing a smooth journey.
  • Safeguarded patients' lives with quick and efficient medical interventions.
  • Administered first aid treatments for improved patient condition.
  • Participated in regular training drills to ensure up-to-date knowledge on protocols.
  • Conducted basic and advanced diagnostic tests at scene of incident, aiding in fast treatment decisions.
  • Delivered patients to hospital emergency and other departments for immediate medical care.
  • Operated ambulance equipment to maintain constant communication with dispatch team.
  • Collaborated effectively with other emergency service and medical providers; streamlined rescue operations.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation on cardiac arrest victims, potentially saving lives.
  • Stocked ambulance with necessary supplies; ensured readiness for all scenarios.
  • Assisted paramedics during advanced life-support procedures, helping to contribute to successful outcomes.
  • Performed routine checks on ambulance systems; securing optimal functionality at all times.

Stay at home childcare provider - "House Husband"

Self
Exeter and Taunton
09.1998 - 06.2005

Stayed at home to provide childcare for my two daughters, whilst my wife continued to work and further her career.


Worked freelance in sound, lighting, and stage management on an ad hoc basis, more towards the end of this period as the children became more independent.

Freelance Sound and Lighting Engineer,

Self Employed, Casual Employment With DB Sound and Lighting , and Stage Electrics.
Exeter, Devon
05.1995 - 02.2005
  • Complied with regulations for all electrical works conducted.
  • Set up large-scale lighting and sound rigs for Theatre, Live Concert, Festival and Conference events, maintaining safety and quality standards throughout set up and pack down.
  • Working safely at height utilising appropriate Harnesses and other PPE.
  • Operating Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP) . My certification for this has since expired.
  • Building low level scaffold structures and truss support structures for placement of lighting and sound equipment.
  • Never had, or seen any Personal Injury incident during my time working in this industry.

Technical and Company stage manager

Theatre Alibi Theatre Company
Exeter, Devon
03.1996 - 09.1998
  • Led safety briefings to reduce risks in performances
  • Collaborated with directors and producers for successful stage productions.
  • Maintained clean and safe backstage area with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.


  • Undertook regular maintenance of lighting and sound hardware, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
  • Managed and addressed technical problems in real-time during performances
  • Collaborated with production team to create visually appealing stage designs.
  • Managed budget constraints whilst delivering superior quality work within stipulated timelines.
  • Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations during setup and dismantling of equipment and set on stage.
  • Managed transport of performers and tour equipment

Education

NVQ Level 4 - Emergency Ambulance Aid

IHCD
Plymouth
06.2005 - 10.2005

Certificate of Higher Education - Graduate Diploma in Band Musicianship/ Sound recording

Salford College of Technology
Salford
09.1984 - 05.1985

A-Levels - Music, Biology

Queen Elizabeth's School
Crediton, Devon
09.1982 - 06.1984

O level - Maths, English Lit, English Lang, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Music. General Studies.

Queen Elizabeth's School
Crediton, Devon
09.1980 - 06.1982

Skills

  • Adaptable to shift work
  • Resilience in stressful situations
  • Transport safety understanding
  • Comfortable with night shifts
  • Drive in adverse conditions
  • Stress handling
  • Distraction avoidance
  • Adaptability to weather changes
  • Understanding of road laws
  • Safe driving practices
  • 35 tonne manoeuvring, some 75 tonne operation

Affiliations

  • Trombone playing Grade 8
  • previous Dinghy and Yacht Sailing
  • Cycling, Walking.
  • Watching films and documentaries, reading.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ambulance Emergency Medical Technician

South Western Ambulance Service
07.2005 - 12.2024

NVQ Level 4 - Emergency Ambulance Aid

IHCD
06.2005 - 10.2005

Stay at home childcare provider - "House Husband"

Self
09.1998 - 06.2005

Technical and Company stage manager

Theatre Alibi Theatre Company
03.1996 - 09.1998

Freelance Sound and Lighting Engineer,

Self Employed, Casual Employment With DB Sound and Lighting , and Stage Electrics.
05.1995 - 02.2005

Certificate of Higher Education - Graduate Diploma in Band Musicianship/ Sound recording

Salford College of Technology
09.1984 - 05.1985

A-Levels - Music, Biology

Queen Elizabeth's School
09.1982 - 06.1984

O level - Maths, English Lit, English Lang, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Music. General Studies.

Queen Elizabeth's School
09.1980 - 06.1982
Hugh Glanfield