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Leigh Parker

Plymouth,Devon

Summary

Shunter with 22 years experience with a solid understanding of training and mentoring trainee Shunters.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Shunter

GWR
Plymouth, Devon
11.2001 - Current

Working as part of the Shunting Team at Laira Depot my role as Shunter is to be responsible for the safe movement of trains within the depot. This is a demanding job requiring the ability to work alone and as part of a team, remain calm under pressure, and maintain high levels of concentration for periods of time.

For the past 12 years I have been a Mentor Shunter.


Carriage Cleaner

GWR
Plymouth, Devon
11.2000 - 11.2001

Clean trains to the highest standard, working as part of a team a team.

Observing COSHH regulations.

Print Manager

E J Rickard Ltd
Plymouth, Devon
04.1987 - 11.2000


Delivering print projects within set budgets and deadlines.

Estimated costs, generated reports, and maintained detailed records.

Train co-workers and new staff on new machinery.

Education

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Computer Studies, French

Southway School
Plymouth

Skills

Ensuring rail vehicles are safe to be moved after work has been completed

Couple/Uncouple, Shunt & Prepare Rail Vehicle

Ensure that trains are correctly marshalled

Mentor new Shunters

Have knowledge and understanding of current Rules and Regulations and keeping up to date with any changes

Strong communication to be able to liaise with colleagues, managers and third parties at all levels

Timeline

Shunter

GWR
11.2001 - Current

Carriage Cleaner

GWR
11.2000 - 11.2001

Print Manager

E J Rickard Ltd
04.1987 - 11.2000

GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Computer Studies, French

Southway School
Leigh Parker