Iain McIvor
GRANTHAM,United Kingdom
Summary
Results-driven Investigator with a knack for fostering team collaboration and driving project success. Highly experienced in leading teams to ensure a systematic approach to all investigations are maintained, maximise results whilst prioritising case workloads to enhance productivity and ensuring investigations are completed in a timely manner.
An Energetic employee and people-orientated Team Leader well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Openly seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. . Known for cultivating a supportive work environment, resulting in improved team morale and reduced turnover. Unique abilities include conflict resolution, decision making, and performance management.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team leader
National Grid Electricity Distribution
Grantham, Lincolnshire
07.2025 - Current
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
- Handled employee grievances professionally, minimising potential workplace disputes.
- Resolved conflicts effectively, promoting harmony within the workforce.
- Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
- Streamlined processes to improve and maximise operational effectiveness.
- Negotiated successful outcomes in challenging scenarios, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
Police sergeant
Lincolnshire Police
Grantham, Lincolnshire
11.2007 - 07.2024
- Collaborated effectively with other law enforcement agencies for successful operations.
- Drafted comprehensive plans for critical incidents, enhancing readiness in crisis situations.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding investigations, aiding in case resolution.
- Demonstrated high level of integrity whilst carrying out duties, inspiring respect among colleagues and the public alike.
- Aided investigations through strategic interviewing and statement taking of victims, suspects, witnesses and informants.
- Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
- Coordinated complex investigations with external law enforcement agencies.
- Attended criminal and civil cases to testify and provide evidence to support judgements.
- Safely and securely handled intelligence to minimise unnecessary disclosure.
Armed forces corporal
Royal Air force
National/World Wide Deployments
07.1988 - 04.2006
- Liaised with various departments for streamlined coordination.
- Maintained high standards of discipline, resulting in well-coordinated team efforts.
- Developed strong leadership skills through good communication
- Operated highly specialised equipment to gather and interpret intelligence.
- Ensured optimal use of resources, maximising operational effectiveness.
Education
O-Levels - Secondary Education
Cranhill Secondary School
Glasgow, Glasgow CityScottish Qualifications Certificate - Architectural studies
Glasgow College of Building & Printing
Glasgow, Glasgow City 08.1985 - 03.1987
BTEC National Certificate - Mechanical Engineering
Norwich City College
Norwich, Norfolk 07.1995 - 07.1997
NVQ Level 3 - Photography/Management
Royal Air Force
Halton, Buckinghamshire 06.1999 - 06.1999
NVQ Level 3 & 4 - Policing
Lincolnshire Police
Lincoln, Lincolnshire 11.2007 - 11.2009
Skills
- Experience in policy implementation and enforcement
- Trained police search advisor skilled in systematic search techniques, leading a team of officers during homicide, counter-terrorism and missing people investigations
- Excellent communicator both written and verbally
- Skilled in task prioritising and critical evaluation of incidents and investigative decision making
- In-depth knowledge of investigatory technical reporting
- Experienced in dealing with competing priorities with effective management strategies to meet investigation timelines
- In-depth knowledge of law and legal procedures
Affiliations
I maintain and enjoy an active lifestyle, enjoying fitness in my own home gym, running and walking the family dog. Unfortunately this has to be delicately balanced with my love of cooking, particularly Asian and Indian cuisines.
Accomplishments
Notable achievements and career highlights;
- Senior photographer for the Royal Air Force Aerobatics Team (The Red Arrows)
- Police bravery award at Downing Street, after tackling an armed gunman whilst off duty
- Numerous Police commendations for outstanding investigatory commitment to solving crime through thorough investigation diligence.
Timeline
Team leader
National Grid Electricity Distribution
07.2025 - Current
Police sergeant
Lincolnshire Police
11.2007 - 07.2024
NVQ Level 3 & 4 - Policing
Lincolnshire Police
11.2007 - 11.2009
NVQ Level 3 - Photography/Management
Royal Air Force
06.1999 - 06.1999
BTEC National Certificate - Mechanical Engineering
Norwich City College
07.1995 - 07.1997
Armed forces corporal
Royal Air force
07.1988 - 04.2006
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Architectural studies
Glasgow College of Building & Printing
08.1985 - 03.1987
O-Levels - Secondary Education
Cranhill Secondary School
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