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Leigh Hayward

Warrington,Cheshire

Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in rapid decision-making, military vehicle operation, and firearms safety and maintenance. Demonstrates strong tactical communication and intercultural competence, ensuring accountability and responsibility in all tasks. Proven perseverance in adversity, adept at using radio equipment and emergency medical techniques. Proficient in ammunition management, courageous under pressure, with a thorough understanding of military law. Experienced in surveillance systems operation and security protocols, showcasing weaponry proficiency and empathy for subordinates. First Aid Qualified with leadership expertise, committed to achieving excellence in all endeavours.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Lance corporal

British Army
Market Drayton, Shropshire
04.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with team members, fostered strong working relationships.
  • Utilised tactical knowledge in strategising mission plans with precision and care.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills whilst briefing team on missions.
  • Performed administrative duties efficiently for organised record keeping.
  • Ensured punctuality and attendance at all official events, displayed commitment towards duty.
  • Provided guidance for new recruits with comprehensive training sessions.
  • Enhanced morale within the team by promoting open communication.
  • Undertook regular fitness training, ensured readiness for active duty.
  • Maintained high standard of personal conduct, instilled respect and trust.
  • Followed strict military regulations, upheld professionalism and integrity.
  • Handled sensitive information confidentially; demonstrated high level of trustworthiness.
  • Delivered swift response in emergency situations for crisis management.

Residential support worker

Brightfutures Care
Warrington, Cheshire
02.2020 - 04.2021
  • Communicated effectively with families, offering reassurance and updates on resident progress.
  • Fostered a sense of community amongst residents through organised activities.
  • Deescalated tense situations through use of effective communication strategies, maintaining peace within the residential facility.
  • Escalated critical situations swiftly, preventing harm to residents or property damage.
  • Maintained cleanliness, enhancing living conditions for residents.
  • Provided emotional support for residents in distress.
  • Encouraged independence amongst residents by assisting them in mastering day-to-day tasks.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals for optimal resident health outcomes.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality protocols safeguarding privacy rights of all those residing within the home.
  • Administered medication following physician guidelines, ensuring correct dosages at all times.
  • Kept accurate records to ensure continuity of care for residents.
  • Delivered personal care whilst preserving dignity and respect of each individual resident.
  • Identified potential triggers leading to behavioural outbursts, minimising incidents of unrest within the community setting.

Parts advisor

Baylynx
Runcorn, Halton
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Processed sales transactions smoothly, enhancing customer experience.
  • Liaised with suppliers for timely delivery of ordered parts.
  • Coordinated with technicians to provide necessary vehicle components on time.
  • Performed daily stock counts ensuring adequate inventory levels.
  • Communicated effectively with customers to understand their needs better.
  • Improved parts inventory by conducting regular audits and stock checks.
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating excellent organisational skills.
  • Placed orders for new stock to meet customer requirements.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the work area, promoting safe working conditions.
  • Updated stock systems regularly for reliable inventory information.

Supply chain specialist

Royal Navy
Yeovil, Somerset
01.2008 - 08.2019
  • Organised and managed regular stock inventory checks to ensure product availability.
  • Coordinated logistics operations for on-time delivery of goods.
  • Optimised storage solutions for better warehouse space utilisation.
  • Planned logistics across international boundaries to reliably meet delivery requirements.
  • Established operational and administrative procedures and enforced controls.
  • Adjusted inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.

Parts advisor

Marshall Thermoking
Warrington, Cheshire
07.2003 - 01.2008
  • Monitored market trends for potential changes in pricing strategies.
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating excellent organisational skills.
  • Liaised with suppliers for timely delivery of ordered parts.
  • Improved parts inventory by conducting regular audits and stock checks.
  • Achieved high level of product knowledge through continual learning and training.
  • Streamlined storage system, making parts easier to locate.
  • Ensured availability of needed parts by regularly checking inventory levels.
  • Communicated effectively with customers to understand their needs better.
  • Coordinated with technicians to provide necessary vehicle components on time.
  • Placed orders for new stock to meet customer requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate service.
  • Processed sales transactions smoothly, enhancing customer experience.
  • Complied with company policies whilst handling returns or exchanges.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the work area, promoting safe working conditions.
  • Performed daily stock counts ensuring adequate inventory levels.
  • Checked incoming parts against delivery notes to limit stock discrepancies.
  • Stored incoming inventory in correct locations for organised stock access.
  • Handled high-volume parts, service and repair enquiries.
  • Updated stock systems regularly for reliable inventory information.
  • Promoted parts and accessory sales to increase revenue and drive satisfaction.
  • Processed parts orders and coordinated shipping to align deliveries with customer deadlines.

Technical Storeman

British Army
Gutersloh, Germany
09.1993 - 07.2003
  • Ensured accurate stock control by conducting regular inventory checks.
  • Complied with all health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
  • Managed deliveries, ensuring timely receipt of goods.
  • Maintained a clean warehouse by adhering to strict cleanliness standards.
  • Improved warehouse safety with implementation of stricter protocols.
  • Updated inventory system regularly, allowing for real-time tracking of goods.
  • Identified and reported any stock discrepancies, maintaining accurate inventory records.
  • Assisted in the annual stock take, ensuring accuracy in reporting.
  • Provided excellent customer service for improved client satisfaction.
  • Liaised with suppliers to ensure steady supply chain flow.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to facilitate smooth operations.
  • Sent Tool's And Test Equipment for Calibration and maintained the calibration register.
  • Ensured all Tool's and test equipment was issued using the tally system to ensure tool safety.
  • Assured quality control by performing regular checks on tools and materials used.

Education

GCSEs - Core Subjects

Birchwood Community High School
Warrington
09.1988 - 05.1993

City & Guilds - Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Princess Marina College
Reading
09.1993 - 07.1995

City & Guilds - Technical Storekeeping

School of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Bordon, Hampshire
09.1997 - 11.1997

NVQ Level 2 - Warehousing & Disribution

School of Navy Logistics
Torpoint, Cornwall
04.2008 - 06.2008

Skills

  • Rapid decision-making
  • Military vehicle operation
  • Firearms safety and maintenance
  • Tactical communication
  • Intercultural competence
  • Accountability and responsibility
  • Perseverance in adversity
  • Radio equipment usage
  • Emergency medical techniques
  • Ammunition management
  • Courageous in adversity
  • Understanding of military law
  • Surveillance systems operation
  • Security protocols understanding
  • Weaponry proficiency
  • Empathy for subordinates
  • First Aid Qualified
  • Leadership expertise

Affiliations

Enjoy Watching and supporting Warrington Wolves Rugby League Team

Enjoy Watching Films and Tv series

Enjoy Building Star Wars Lego sets

Enjoy Gaming on my Xbox

Enjoy Listening to music and attending music Festivals

Timeline

Lance corporal

British Army
04.2021 - Current

Residential support worker

Brightfutures Care
02.2020 - 04.2021

Parts advisor

Baylynx
08.2019 - 02.2020

NVQ Level 2 - Warehousing & Disribution

School of Navy Logistics
04.2008 - 06.2008

Supply chain specialist

Royal Navy
01.2008 - 08.2019

Parts advisor

Marshall Thermoking
07.2003 - 01.2008

City & Guilds - Technical Storekeeping

School of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
09.1997 - 11.1997

Technical Storeman

British Army
09.1993 - 07.2003

City & Guilds - Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Princess Marina College
09.1993 - 07.1995

GCSEs - Core Subjects

Birchwood Community High School
09.1988 - 05.1993
Leigh Hayward