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Joseph H Hislop

Joseph H Hislop

Dudley

Summary

Experienced Lead Auditor and Trainer with expertise in Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance management. Distinguished public sector service record in the UK military, police, and local and central government. Proven track record of successful project management and implementation in national flagship projects. Currently serving as a national lead auditor and trainer in the food safety sector for a national organisation. Qualified lead auditor and food safety professional ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience

Work history

Auditing and Training Manager (UK Wide)

The Water Hydration Association, WHA
07.2022 - Current
  • Assess training needs, monitor training effectiveness, and develop and deliver training programmes
  • Plan, conduct thorough audits and prepare clear audit reports
  • Execute audit strategies, and ensure policy compliance through audits.
  • Assisting managers, external trainers and auditors in solving specific auditing and training problems.
  • Managed 96 depot audits across the UK, creating efficiencies by maintaining accurate records
  • Promote training sessions, answered phones and responded to enquiries relating to training and audits

Football Safety Officer

Solihull Moors Football Club
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Responsible for safeguarding spectators, participants, and staff during football events, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and guidelines
  • Formulated, executed, and improved safety policies, procedures, and protocols for comprehensive attendee safety
  • Conducted meticulous risk assessments, identified hazards, and crafted effective mitigation strategies.
  • Promoted responsible health and safety culture across departments. Inspired behavioural change to improve workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

National Security Trainer

UK & Scotland, Compass Group
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Delivered impactful training in Security, First Aid, Health & Safety, and Manual Handling to enhance the competence and preparedness of security teams across 10 premier UK shopping centres
  • Achieved 30% KPI enhancement through effective training and innovative training matrix implementation.

Business Partner

MAS Training/British Training Academy
09.2007 - 04.2016
  • Partnered with awarding bodies, FE College, and welfare-to-work allies to spearhead business management and expansion
  • Executed ISO and ACS internal audits, mentored and guided 5,000+ security students, and managed expansive special event contracts
  • Spearheaded the UK's inaugural mandatory training and registration initiatives for door supervisors
  • Provided customers with outstanding service, extending relationships for future business opportunities

Neighbourhood Wardens Project Advisor

HM Government
02.2003 - 09.2007
  • Represented ODPM on a national government-funded community wardens scheme. Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff
  • Led and managed a national study tour to engage and motivate local government and communities across the UK to set up community wardens schemes.
  • Championed the project's merits through dynamic presentations at seminars and conferences and across the nine UK regional government offices

Operations Manager

Genesis Housing Group
01.2000 - 02.2003
  • Managed a community regeneration project and actively engaged with the local public forums in an economically disadvantaged high-crime area, with a strong focus on community safety
  • Conducted comprehensive crime audits, identifying patterns and gathering essential data to bolster community safety
  • Pioneered a community wardens scheme within the project, gaining national recognition and endorsement from the UK Government.

Project Director

Islington Council Safer
09.1992 - 01.2000
  • Effectively transitioned "Safer Islington Cities Project" from government funding to a community safety initiative supported by local business contributions
  • Provided crucial assistance to the Chairman and built relationships with stakeholders through outstanding client management skills.
  • Pioneered a business radio link scheme aimed at curbing crime and reducing shoplifting.

Police Sergeant

West Midland Police
03.1983 - 09.1992
  • Effectively managed and supervised various aspects of operational policing, including crowd control during parades, processions, and sports events, ensuring public safety and maintaining order
  • Played a crucial role in the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) operations, actively contributing to solving complex cases and ensuring the thorough investigation of criminal activities
  • Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues, assigned police officers to beats, monitor performance and directed staff on assigned shifts and reviewed completed shift activities and incidents

Platoon Section Leader

Corporal, 1st Battalion Staffordshire Regiment
05.1976 - 03.1983
  • In challenging combat environments, I showcased adept leadership and sound tactical acumen, contributing to the success of demanding operations
  • Provided strategic and tactical guidance to the platoon, ensuring the successful execution of combat missions
  • Trained and instructed subordinates in various critical areas, including proficient handling of weapons and essential soldiering skills, thereby enhancing the overall combat readiness of the platoon.

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Auditing and Training Manager (UK Wide)

The Water Hydration Association, WHA
07.2022 - Current

Football Safety Officer

Solihull Moors Football Club
07.2018 - 05.2020

National Security Trainer

UK & Scotland, Compass Group
07.2016 - 07.2018

Business Partner

MAS Training/British Training Academy
09.2007 - 04.2016

Neighbourhood Wardens Project Advisor

HM Government
02.2003 - 09.2007

Operations Manager

Genesis Housing Group
01.2000 - 02.2003

Project Director

Islington Council Safer
09.1992 - 01.2000

Police Sergeant

West Midland Police
03.1983 - 09.1992

Platoon Section Leader

Corporal, 1st Battalion Staffordshire Regiment
05.1976 - 03.1983

NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety Ongoing -

NEBOSH

L4 Food Safety -

Verner Wheelock

L4 Lead Auditor -

Verner Wheelock

First Aid at Work Level 3 2022 IOSH Managing Safely -

Dudley College

Construction Site Safety Suite -

Dudley College

L3 Physical Intervention Trainer -

McCormack

L4 Teaching Qualification -

Highfield

L3 Managing Health & Safety -

IOSH

ISO 9001:2000 Internal Auditor Training - undefined

Level3 C&G 1886 Conflict Management Qualification - undefined

BA Business Studies -

Trinity College

Skills

  • Expert Auditor, Trainer, and Safety Advisor
  • National Roles and Flagship Project Experience
  • Proven Track Record of Successful Project Management and Implementation
  • Qualified Lead Auditor and Food Safety Advisor

Education

NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety Ongoing -

NEBOSH
2023

L4 Food Safety -

Verner Wheelock

L4 Lead Auditor -

Verner Wheelock

First Aid at Work Level 3 2022 IOSH Managing Safely -

Dudley College
2022

Construction Site Safety Suite -

Dudley College
2022

L3 Physical Intervention Trainer -

McCormack
2014

L4 Teaching Qualification -

Highfield
2013

L3 Managing Health & Safety -

IOSH
2010

ISO 9001:2000 Internal Auditor Training - undefined

2008

Level3 C&G 1886 Conflict Management Qualification - undefined

2006

BA Business Studies -

Trinity College
1996
Joseph H Hislop