Kerry Griffiths
Barrow in furness,Cumbria
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused Vessel Fire Safety Officer. Highly skilled in identifying hazards, conducting risk assessments and enforcing safety procedures. Highly effective communicator who remains calm and focused during high-pressure environments. A reliable team player with a strong work ethic and a consistent commitment to excellence. Ability to work in a team and independently. Seeking to apply transferable skills in a new career opportunity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Vessel Fire Safety Officer
Securitas (BAE)
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct thorough inspections of areas prior to hot work activities.
- Collaborate with trades to ensure awareness of risks and adherence to safe working systems.
- Utilise various tools and materials to safeguard assets from injury or loss.
- Verify completion of operations to ensure alignment with required specifications.
- Navigate challenging environments, including heights and confined spaces, ensuring correct use of breathing apparatus.
- Complete risk assessments to confirm compliance with safety protocols.
- Adhere strictly to company's procedures when disposing off harmful waste with proper disposal.
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure safe working environments.
Hairdresser (Salon Owner)
Self Employed
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria
01.2001 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients in managing workflow effectively.
- Provided strong customer service by greeting clients, managing reception duties, scheduling appointments, and addressing client queries efficiently.
- Demonstrated attention to detail by thoroughly reviewing work.
- Answered 30+ phone calls daily to schedule appointments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used industrial cleaning equipment to ensure deep cleaning of the salon premises.
- Apply COSHH control measures like ventilation, good hygiene, PPE and safe products.
Education
RoSPA - Working at Height Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Risk Assessment Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Confined Space Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Slips, Trips and Falls Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Work Equipment Awareness v4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
John Winerah Institute
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria 09.1997 - 07.1999
GCSEs x 5 -
Parkview School
Barrow in Furness, Cumbria 09.1992 - 07.1997
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Physical stamina
- Customer service
- Keen eye for detail
- Communication
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning to high standards
- Enthusiastic
- Liaising with trade
- Active listening
- Care and protection of assets
- Fire prevention strategies
- Experience in hazard recognition
- Knowledge of dangerous substances
- Regulatory compliance
- Hazard identification
Certification
- Working at Heights
- Risk Assessment
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Work equipment
- Confined Spaces
Also hold Security Clearance
Timeline
RoSPA - Working at Height Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Risk Assessment Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Confined Space Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Slips, Trips and Falls Awareness V4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
RoSPA - Work Equipment Awareness v4.5
HSQE
12.2025 -
Vessel Fire Safety Officer
Securitas (BAE)
01.2025 - Current
Hairdresser (Salon Owner)
Self Employed
01.2001 - 12.2024
NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
John Winerah Institute
09.1997 - 07.1999
GCSEs x 5 -
Parkview School
09.1992 - 07.1997