IAN WILSON
Bicester,United Kingdom
Summary
Safety compliance professional with expertise in health and safety management, currently pursuing NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma. Holds CPCS Tester Card and IOSH Managing Safely certification, showcasing skills in machinery operation and team collaboration. Experienced in adult education with CAVA Level 3 qualifications, focusing on safeguarding and modern slavery awareness. Committed to enhancing workplace safety as a fire marshal and first aid provider, aiming to contribute effectively in safety leadership roles.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
plant trainer/tester
operator skills hub
Curdworth, Warwickshire
2025.04 - Current
- Conduct intensive training sessions for novices in entering the plant hire industry, focusing on relevant construction categories. Develop and deliver comprehensive programs covering theory, mechanical knowledge, and practical techniques. Enhance trainees' skills through 1-2 weeks of targeted instruction, improving competency and safety on the job. Guide trainees to achieve a nationally recognized CPCS qualification.
- Developed engaging training materials for diverse learning styles.
- Improved trainees' safety records through hands-on instruction.
- Assisted over 100 trainees in obtaining CPCS qualifications.
- Evaluated trainee performance to tailor future training sessions.
plant operator
L A Lockhart plant hire ltd
2024.07 - 2025.06
- Operate multi-ticketed plant machinery, focusing on Komatsu D61 dozer. Manage 360 tracked and wheeled excavators, tractors, Ftd, and ADT as required. Engage in large-scale civil construction for HS2 and smaller archaeological and housing projects.
- Delivered high-quality operation on diverse construction sites.
- Ensured safety and efficiency across all machinery operations.
- Supported project teams in meeting tight deadlines and budget constraints.
Plant operator/cover driver
P Flannery Plant hire oval ltd
2022.03 - 2024.07
- Operated diverse plant machinery, including excavators, dozers, and tractors, as a Cover Relief Operator for over two years. Responded promptly to national on-call notifications, ensuring operational continuity during absences. Delivered support across various projects, including heavy civils and major infrastructure for Thames Water. Contributed to sensitive MOD sites like AWE Aldermaston and Burfield.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands and project requirements.
- Ensured safety and compliance on all job sites.
- Collaborated with teams to achieve project deadlines effectively.
Plant operator
P Flannery plant hire oval
2014.03 - 2022.03
- Operate tracked and wheeled excavators, dumpers, and dozers across multiple projects in the South East. Transitioned from NPORS to CPCS certification in 2014, meeting industry standards. Gained additional qualifications in ADT and tracked shovels, enhancing operational versatility.
- Achieved CPCS certification, aligning with employer requirements.
- Contributed to numerous projects, ensuring efficient equipment operation.
- Developed skills in diverse machinery, improving job site adaptability.
Plant operator
OBrien Plant hire
2013.02 - 2014.03
- Operated 360 excavator for A46 Newark to Windermere Pool road improvement scheme. Executed muckshifting, loaded trucks, and shaped box formations for new carriageway. Collaborated with team to ensure project timelines were met.
- Achieved efficient muckshifting to enhance project flow.
- Streamlined truck loading processes, improving turnaround times.
- Contributed to precise box formation cuts, supporting roadway integrity.
Plant operator
protek building and groundworks ltd
2010.06 - 2013.02
- Operated plant equipment and performed groundworks for construction projects. Managed private jobs with a focus on drainage and excavation operations. Ensured compliance with safety standards and efficient project execution.
- Executed groundwork tasks, enhancing project timelines.
- Streamlined drainage processes, improving operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimise site productivity.
infantry soldier
british army
2004.10 - 2010.04
- Trained as a frontline infantry soldier at the Infantry Training Center, Catterick. Served two active tours in Iraq during Operation Telic 8 (2006) and Operation Telic 13 (2008). Qualified as a vehicle gunner on Warrior Armoured Fighting Vehicle; completed signals course to become platoon commander vehicle gunner and signaller. Achieved promotion to Lance Corporal after completing Junior NCO Cadre.
- Led training exercises in Canada, Poland, Kuwait, and Qatar.
- Served as regimental bugler after completing bugle cadre in the UK.
ground worker
alpha site services
2002.01 - 2004.10
- Performed ground work on holiday park and caravan sites. Conducted drainage, concreting, and road formations. Executed kerb laying and operated various machinery, including forward tipping dumper and tractor with trailer. Gained experience with Sumitomo 360 excavator and Fermec 860 backhoe loader.
- Operated heavy machinery to enhance site productivity.
- Executed drainage and concreting tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in road formation and kerb installation projects.
Skills
- currently studying for Nebosh l6 diploma
- CPCS tester card
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Adult Education and teaching L3
- cava l3
- Safety Compliance
- First Aid
- fire Marshall
- Safeguarding
- Machinery Operation
- Modern slavery awareness
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
plant trainer/tester
operator skills hub
2025.04 - Current
plant operator
L A Lockhart plant hire ltd
2024.07 - 2025.06
Plant operator/cover driver
P Flannery Plant hire oval ltd
2022.03 - 2024.07
Plant operator
P Flannery plant hire oval
2014.03 - 2022.03
Plant operator
OBrien Plant hire
2013.02 - 2014.03
Plant operator
protek building and groundworks ltd
2010.06 - 2013.02
infantry soldier
british army
2004.10 - 2010.04
ground worker
alpha site services
2002.01 - 2004.10