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James Lefley

James Lefley

Manager
Boroughbridge/York,North Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced professional with extensive expertise in leadership within diverse environments, proficient in decisive decision-making and risk assessment. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations, bio-hazard handling techniques, and familiarity with COSH and health regulations. Skilled in emergency preparedness, hazard identification, and implementing employee wellness programmes, complemented by a vast amount of First Aid certification. Committed to knowledge sharing and fostering a culture of safety and wellness in the workplace.

A confident, energetic and hardworking individual who possesses excellent communication skills, team leader skills with a friendly disposition.

Leadership skills with proven strengths in high performance, problem solving and decision making.

Enjoys working part of a team but also has the confidence and knowledge to use own initiative and be able to work alone if it should arise.

A highly valued team member and is capable of communicating verbally and electronically to all within the workplace.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Warehouse forklift operator

Reed Boardall
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with 8 team members fulfilling complex orders effectively.
  • Effectively stacked goods at appropriate places under given instructions, maintaining orderliness in the warehouse.
  • Demonstrated quick problem-solving skills when faced with mechanical issues regarding the forklift.
  • Promoted safety environment with regular inspection of warehouse equipment.
  • Ensured safe operation of warehouse forklift by following established safety guidelines.
  • Enhanced productivity by assisting other team members during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated expertise in operating various types of forklifts to meet warehouse needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness in the work area, promoting healthy work environment.

Yard manager

Tarmac
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Established strong rapport with customers through consistent communication and feedback.
  • Ensured safety protocols for reducing workplace incidents.
  • Coordinated with 17 members of sales team for smooth logistics operation.
  • Recruited skilled labour force which enhanced overall output levels.
  • Fostered teamwork environment, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Maintained records of all yard transactions for easy reference and transparency.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials when needed.

RAF Regiment Gunner

Royal Air Force
Leeming, North Yorkshire
03.2009 - 03.2022
  • Prepared weaponry for launch, improving response time during emergencies.
  • Followed strict adherence to orders, promoting efficiency in task execution.
  • Managed communication equipment operation, ensuring seamless coordination during missions.
  • Emphasised physical fitness regimen, encouraging resilience in challenging environments.
  • Enhanced teamwork through regular drills and team-building activities.
  • Improved accuracy in firing by implementing new targeting systems.
  • Maintained discipline within the unit, fostering responsible work environment.
  • Achieved precision in target acquisition with advanced surveillance techniques.
  • Assisted in strategic planning to optimise firepower deployment during operations.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimise accidental discharges or mishandling of weapons.
  • Safeguarded unit morale with effective leadership and motivational skills.
  • Mastered night and day combat techniques to protect against nuclear, biological and chemical weapons attacks.
  • Coordinated team training exercises to comply with organisational standards.
  • Led sections to successfully execute daily plans.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of military drills and weaponry.
  • Identified security threats, taking or recommending preventative action.
  • Oversaw welfare of over 40 soldiers.
  • Directed aid and patrolling missions for peace-keeping.
  • Gave detailed battle commands on latest based intelligence to optimise troop activities.
  • Coordinated missions to rescue injured soldiers, officers or civilians.

Workshop controller

Evans Halshaw Ford
Leicester, Leicestershire
09.2007 - 02.2009
  • Handled complex mechanical issues personally; ensured high client satisfaction regarding vehicle performance post-service.
  • Liaised effectively with suppliers to ensure steady supply of necessary parts and tools.
  • Coordinated with 8 technicians to ensure high-quality services provided to customers.
  • Enhanced workshop efficiency by implementing improved management practices.
  • Improved customer satisfaction levels through timely completion of vehicle repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, reducing workplace incidents.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for employees, improving their technical skills and knowledge.

Workshop manager

K.M Cross
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
07.2006 - 09.2007
  • Managed workshop operations for improved productivity increasing it by 35%
  • Coordinated logistics to ensure timely delivery of projects.
  • Ensured safety protocols with regular inspections and maintenance of equipment.
  • Led team of 5 training sessions for increased skill development.
  • Implemented energy-efficient practices , contributing towards organisational sustainability goals.

Senior service advisor

Dixon Peugeot
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
09.2005 - 07.2006
  • Served as liaison between 6 technicians, 4 parts personnel and customers ensuring smooth operations.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through proactive follow-ups post-service.

Workshop controller

Dixon Peugeot
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
05.2003 - 09.2005
  • Gained promotion in May 2003 from Service Master Technician.
  • Streamlined repair process protocols, enhancing workshop efficiency significantly.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, reducing workplace incidents.
  • Observed worker activities to assess safety compliance and identify enforcement gaps.
  • Updated staff on changes to internal policies and procedures for continued compliance and standardisation.
  • Established and maintained organised working environment for team of 7.
  • Supervised activities of workers and enforced safety regulations.

Master auto technician

Dixon Peugeot
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
05.1998 - 05.2003
  • Completed regular training sessions to stay up-to-date with industry advancements.
  • Educated customers on car maintenance tasks, promoting preventive measures.
  • Diagnosed complex automotive issues by conducting thorough examinations of vehicles.
  • Streamlined workshop operations by implementing efficient work processes.
  • Installed new parts accurately for optimal vehicle performance.
  • Adhered strictly to manufacturer's guidelines during repairs and part replacements, maintaining high quality standards..
  • Conducted inclusive vehicle inspections to ensure road worthiness.
  • Operated diverse garage tools effectively, facilitating quicker fixes.
  • Complied strictly to safety regulations whilst performing auto repairs, ensuring safe work environment.
  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when diagnosing unusual vehicle symptoms.
  • Efficiently diagnosed and rectified system faults occurring within motor vehicles.
  • Mentored 2 apprentices in vehicle diagnostics since 2001.

Youth Trainee

Edward Hanson
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
06.1994 - 05.1998
  • Performed servicing and general repairs on cars, lorries and plant equipment.
  • Training and learning of all aspects of vehicles in conjunction with NVQ course at college in order to gain necessary qualifications.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Remote Piloting of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

ProQual
Newport
05.2021 -

NVQ Level 1 - Communication

City & Guilds of London Institute
London
11.2009 -

NVQ Level 2 - Own Learning and Performance

City & Guilds of London Institute
London
11.2009 -

NVQ Level 2 - Working With Others

City & Guilds of London Institute
London
11.2009 -

NVQ Level 2 - Public Services

City & Guilds of London Institute
London
11.2008 -

GCSEs - English

Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01.1994 -

GCSEs - 5 Various Subjects stated below.

AQA
Manchester
06.1994 -

Skills

  • Leadership in diverse environments
  • Decision-Making autonomy
  • Risk assessment knowledge
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Decisive decision-making
  • Leadership proficiency
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Employee wellness programmes
  • Bio-hazard handling techniques
  • Safety regulations knowledge
  • Familiarity with coshh regulations
  • Health regulations knowledge
  • Hazard identification
  • First Aid certification

Affiliations

  • Enjoy playing, attending and watching football.
  • Coaching U 13 Youth Football Team.
  • Keen interest in all physical activities with an active life.
  • Boating on the canals with family.
  • Keen interest in Motorsport especially F1.

Certification

Part of a local charity organisation for 18 months that is international. Boroughbridge Lions Club. Progressed from volunteer in the food larder role to Executive Health and Safety Officer.

Health

Excellent health and a Non-Smoker.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Warehouse forklift operator

Reed Boardall
10.2023 - Current

Yard manager

Tarmac
04.2022 - 10.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Remote Piloting of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

ProQual
05.2021 -

NVQ Level 1 - Communication

City & Guilds of London Institute
11.2009 -

NVQ Level 2 - Own Learning and Performance

City & Guilds of London Institute
11.2009 -

NVQ Level 2 - Working With Others

City & Guilds of London Institute
11.2009 -

RAF Regiment Gunner

Royal Air Force
03.2009 - 03.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Public Services

City & Guilds of London Institute
11.2008 -

Workshop controller

Evans Halshaw Ford
09.2007 - 02.2009

Workshop manager

K.M Cross
07.2006 - 09.2007

Senior service advisor

Dixon Peugeot
09.2005 - 07.2006

Workshop controller

Dixon Peugeot
05.2003 - 09.2005

Master auto technician

Dixon Peugeot
05.1998 - 05.2003

Youth Trainee

Edward Hanson
06.1994 - 05.1998

GCSEs - 5 Various Subjects stated below.

AQA
06.1994 -

GCSEs - English

Oxford Cambridge and RSA
01.1994 -

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