Israel Shankar
Stapleford,Nottinghamshire
Summary
As a highly versatile and results based individual, I bring over two decades of leadership and experience to my future role. My background includes 22 years of service in the Armed Forces, where i honed my ability to adapt to diverse roles and thrive in high pressure environments.
Throughout my career, I have developed a passion for people development and integrating technology to drive organisational success. I have a proven track record of managing and developing diverse team to deliver communications equipment tasking deadlines and personnel developments.
My broad range of experience encompasses a variety of discipline including Joint Operations Officer (watch keeper) UN HQ JOC 2 tours Cyprus, Facilities Management 1 tour Oman and MINHAD(Dubai), EOD Advance Search Team 1 tour Afghanistan, Engineering construction role 2 tours Iraq, 2 tours Canada, 1 tour Falklands and Armoured role Germany. The versatility enables me to adapt to any situation and drive the organisation forward, delivering results in a timely manner. I am an effective and efficient leader, capable of critical and creative thinking, with a strong background in planning and execution in complex and high pressure situations.
Beyond my professional accomplishments, I am also passionate about history WW 1 & 2, watching rugby, football and hiking in my free time. I enjoy spending time with my family cooking, swimming and walking the family pet dog.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Sergeant Digital Communication Technician
21 Engineers Regiment
Ripon, North Yorkshire
07.2021 - 02.2024
- Defended human rights and supported peacekeeping efforts.
- Directed staff on assigned shifts and reviewed completed shift activities and incidents with employees.
- Devised and executed military tactics to support overall operation strategy.
- Led military operations, directing troops by giving battle commands.
- Assisted staff with maintaining manual and computerised records.
- Coordinated physical searches to remove contraband and weapons from suspects.
- Followed senior officer orders to direct operations and activities in 21 Engrs.
- Offered mentoring and support to junior officers to develop leadership skills, knowledge and advanced technical abilities.
- Managed unit training to hone skills for specific roles and general combat readiness.
- Inspected staff uniforms and equipment and initiated disciplinary action for breaches or non-compliance.
- Safely and securely handled intelligence to minimise unnecessary disclosure.
- Maintained calm under pressure in emergency response and handling, aiding desired outcomes.
- Maintained weaponry, supplies and equipment in optimal operating condition for immediate use.
- Operated highly specialised surveillance equipment to gather intelligence.
- Stayed current on processes and procedures to offer relevant assistance.
- Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
- Assisted with infection control through social distancing and PPE wearing.
- Developed appropriate resources to meet needs of diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Sergeant
170 Engineer Group
Chilwell, Nottingham
06.2018 - 06.2021
- INT/TRG SGT organised, administrative and delivered deployment training packages for 100+ personnel within 62 WKS Gp.
- Identify threats to security and facilitated eliminative action.
- Collected and filed reports from officers for new and ongoing cases.
- Oversaw completion of mandatory drug testing and cell searches for new detainees.
- Defended human rights and supported peacekeeping efforts.
- Coordinate military deployments in support of temporary and permanent base operations.
- Adhered to military code of conduct, keeping up-to-date with latest developments in processes and technology.
- Led military operations, directing troops by giving battle commands.
- Generated Key Performance Indicator reporting to drive better performance.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Management and Leadership
3 Royal School of Engineering/CMI
Camberley, SurreyNVQ Level 2 - Communication Technologies (INRASTRUCTURE)
3 Royal School of Engineering
Camberley, SurreyCertificate of Higher Education - 8841 Royal Engineer Search Course EOD
1 Royal School of Engineering
Chatham, Kent 09.2009 - 10.2009
Certificate of Higher Education - ECDL Certificate
3 Royal School of Engineering
Camberley, SurreySkills
Management Skills
Human/Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership- empowered to make strategic decisions, inspire and guide others in project managing, make decisions and respond more efficiently, motivated, engaged and focused in achieving objectives
- Communication- present ideas and visions to inspire others and ensuring active flow of required information throughout to succeed
- Decision -making- great decision making and willingly taking responsibility in producing better result
- Problem-solving- good in identifying problem, finding way to handle and get the best solution
- Delegation-great acting on passing tasks and/or authorities to employees, effectively and reassigning task to right employees
Technical Skills
- Data Analysis- project managing and budgeting
- Report Writing and presenting
Affiliations
- Rugby, Football, running, listening to music and cooking
Accomplishments
Force Commanders Commendation UN PEACEKEEPING FORCE UNFICYP
Timeline
Staff Sergeant Digital Communication Technician
21 Engineers Regiment
07.2021 - 02.2024
Sergeant
170 Engineer Group
06.2018 - 06.2021
Certificate of Higher Education - 8841 Royal Engineer Search Course EOD
1 Royal School of Engineering
09.2009 - 10.2009
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Management and Leadership
3 Royal School of Engineering/CMI
NVQ Level 2 - Communication Technologies (INRASTRUCTURE)
3 Royal School of Engineering
Certificate of Higher Education - ECDL Certificate
3 Royal School of Engineering
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