Lee CARDWELL
Manchester,Greater Manchester
Summary
A seasoned professional with extensive expertise in risk assessment, compliance management, and process optimisation. Demonstrates strong leadership competence and team leadership skills, effectively managing employee training and workplace inspections. Proficient in industrial hygiene knowledge, hazardous materials handling, and occupational health understanding. Holds certifications in, IOSH managing safely, First Aid, fire marshal, Asbestos Awareness, and manual handling training. Adept at conflict resolution and problem solving with a keen eye for detail in vehicle inspection protocols and maintenance scheduling. Confident communicator committed to enhancing workplace safety and wellbeing through comprehensive safety training programmes.
Driven professional with exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, adept in risk assessment and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams and implement safety protocols.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Operational Health & Safety Manager
RBH
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2022.06 - Current
- Provided solutions for identified risks, creating a safer work environment.
- Conducted risk assessments for improved safety measures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HSE legislation for accurate advice provision.
- Implemented health and safety regulations, enhancing workplace environment.
- Reviewed accident reports to identify areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective health and safety policies.
- Trained staff on safety procedures, minimising accidents in the workplace.
- Established a culture of safety by promoting awareness programmes.
- Improved compliance with health and safety guidelines through regular audits.
- Enhanced employee morale by ensuring safe working conditions.
- Ensured all equipment met necessary safety requirements, reducing potential hazards.
- Streamlined processes by conducting thorough evaluations of current systems.
- Established and enforced health and safety policies and procedures for regulatory compliance.
- Conducted regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
- Worked with department heads to implement safety protocols tailored to specific work environments.
- Examined tools, machinery and equipment to determine safety and adequacy.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
Operations Manager
RBH
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2017.11 - 2022.06
- Identified bottlenecks, implemented solutions, increased productivity.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning, improved workforce competency levels.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies, ensured business continuity during crises.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic plans.
Caretaking & Grounds Maintenance Coordinator
RBH
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2016.06 - 2017.11
- Reduced downtime to increase productivity through efficient scheduling of repairs.
- Documented all maintenance activities for future reference and transparency.
- Identified potential issues with routine inspections, prevented costly breakdowns.
- Managed a team of technicians to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Provided technical support for smoother operational functionality.
- Boosted team morale with effective communication and coordination strategies.
- Performed risk assessments, enhanced safety standards.
- Conducted training sessions, upskilled the maintenance team.
- Liaised with external contractors for specialised repairs, ensured optimal machine performance.
- Complied with health and safety regulations, fostered safer work environment.
- Maintained an inventory of tools and supplies, ensured ready availability when needed.
- Improved equipment lifespan by implementing regular maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated safety checks for improved workplace security.
- Oversaw facility refurbishments, improved workspace aesthetics and functionality.
- Collaborated with management to set performance goals and objectives for the maintenance department.
- Assisted in budget planning, enabled cost-effective maintenance operations.
- Diagnosed faults and carried out or assigned repair tasks to minimise downtime.
- Implemented improved training programs for maintenance employees.
- Implemented maintenance programme to manage operational efficiencies and reduce downtime.
- Handled employee relations issues and resolved challenges to support retention.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Enforced compliance with relevant legislation and internal policies and procedures.
- Devised activity and service plans to meet customer requirements.
- Received and resolved customer complaints escalated by staff.
- Maintained excellent health and safety standards for continued compliance.
- Actioned customer feedback to promote continued service improvement.
Senior caretaker
RBH
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2007.04 - 2016.06
Mobile Estate Caretaker
RBH
Rochdale, GreaterManchester
2000.04 - 2007.04
Warehouse operative
Dale joinery
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
1999.01 - 2000.04
Buffer operator
Saber tyres
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
1998.06 - 1999.01
Warehouse operative
G.U.S
Oldham, Greater Manchester
1997.03 - 1998.06
Kingsman
British Army
Manchester, Greater Manchester
1994.06 - 1997.03
Education
GCSEs - physical education
school Middleton technology school
ManchesterGCSEs - craft design and technology
school Middleton technology school
ManchesterHealth and Safety
S A Associates Management Training Company
leadership course
The Huston exchange
Ground Maintenance
GGM
CPC
Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Employee training
- Process optimisation
- Compliance management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership competence
- Workplace inspection
- Industrial hygiene knowledge
- COSHH trained
- IOSH managing safely certification
- Chemical handling awareness
- Well-Versed in ppe regulations
- Occupational health understanding
- Confident communicator
- Hazardous materials handling
- First Aid certification
- Keen problem solver
- Asbestos Awareness training
- Safety training
- Manual handling training
- Occupational health and wellbeing
- People management techniques
- Lease agreement understanding
- Licence checking proficiency
- Vehicle inspection protocols
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Driver training and development
- Insurance claims handling
- Driving licence
- Maintenance scheduling
Affiliations
- football coach
- scuba-diving
- Alpine skiing
- camping
Timeline
Operational Health & Safety Manager
RBH
2022.06 - Current
Operations Manager
RBH
2017.11 - 2022.06
Caretaking & Grounds Maintenance Coordinator
RBH
2016.06 - 2017.11
Senior caretaker
RBH
2007.04 - 2016.06
Mobile Estate Caretaker
RBH
2000.04 - 2007.04
Warehouse operative
Dale joinery
1999.01 - 2000.04
Buffer operator
Saber tyres
1998.06 - 1999.01
Warehouse operative
G.U.S
1997.03 - 1998.06
Kingsman
British Army
1994.06 - 1997.03
GCSEs - physical education
school Middleton technology school
GCSEs - craft design and technology
school Middleton technology school
Health and Safety
S A Associates Management Training Company
leadership course
The Huston exchange
Ground Maintenance
GGM
CPC
Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Agency