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Margaret Rohan

Greenford,Middlesex

Summary

I am organised, dependable and people-focused professional with a proven ability to work effectively under pressure, solve problems and build positive relationships with colleagues and passengers. Experienced in transport operations, customer service and supporting remote teams, with a strong commitment to passenger safety, safeguarding and delivering an excellent service. A confident communicator who leads by example, adapts quickly to new systems and procedures, and is trusted by both passengers and colleagues for being approachable, fair and supportive. Now seeking the opportunity to bring my experience, leadership skills and commitment to excellence to the role of Duty Manager.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work history

Driver attendant

Dial-a-ride
Wembley, Brent
2006.11 - Current
  • Completed passenger pick-ups and drop-offs safely and efficiently.
  • Transported passengers safely and professionally.
  • Followed company policies and procedures.
  • Carried out vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness before journeys.
  • Maintained health and safety standards at all times.
  • Complied with the Highway Code and all road traffic regulations.
  • Treated all passengers with respect and compassion.
  • Maintained professional working relationships with colleagues.
  • Reported issues to the appropriate person in line with company procedures.
  • Followed daily manifests efficiently to ensure journeys were completed on schedule.
  • Demonstrated a proactive and adaptable approach to changing schedules and passenger needs.
  • Worked to strict time constraints while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Maintained confidentiality at all times.

Assistant Manager & Administrator

Angela Wilcock
Ruislip, Hillingdon
1999.02 - 2005.09

Wheelock CCV

Assistant Manager & Administrator

  • Delivered the CCV (Certificate in Community Volunteering) course to volunteers when required.
  • Collated all coursework documentation to ensure completion.
  • Visited various sites where the course was delivered.
  • Maintained regular contact with tutors and instructors.
  • Held meetings with tutors and instructors to discuss performance and deadlines.
  • Visited all sites to ensure health and safety policies were available, understood and followed.
  • Ensured all staff CRB/DBS records were kept up to date.
  • Resolved issues relating to tutors, instructors, locations, facilities and students.
  • Conducted welfare visits to staff who were absent due to sickness.
  • Held end-of-course meetings to ensure all evidence required for NVQ accreditation was completed and submitted.
  • Made quarterly visits to Chester, Bath College and other training locations to deliver student folders for accreditation.
  • Maintained regular written and verbal communication with tutors and instructors based across London, requiring frequent site visits and ongoing monitoring.
  • Managed conflict and resolved issues between tutors, instructors, students and site managers at training locations.

Various Roles

West London Collage
Acton, Ealing
1989.09 - 1999.02

College – Various Roles Purchase Ledger Assistant Management Accountant Team Leader – External Payroll

  • Processed invoices for accurate bookkeeping and payment processing.
  • Balanced supplier statements to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Resolved discrepancies by checking entries and correcting mismatches.
  • Liaised with suppliers and customers to resolve account queries.
  • Met deadlines for payment runs through timely processing and accuracy checks.
  • Assisted the cashier with weekly payroll tasks and record updates.
  • Balanced cash against receipts to verify totals and reduce variances.
  • Collated departmental expenditure against budgets.
  • Maintained verbal and written communication with department heads.
  • Attended meetings with heads of departments to discuss concerns, discrepancies and late monthly account submissions.
  • Collated the monthly college finance report for the Finance Manager.
  • Processed temporary staff timesheets to ensure accurate and timely payroll.
  • Processed CRB/DBS applications for temporary staff.
  • Resolved CRB/DBS issues where reports identified information that could affect an individual's suitability for their role.
  • Liaised with the Temporary Staff Manager, temporary staff and recruitment agencies.
  • Worked in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Attended quarterly training sessions in Nottingham on payroll systems and met with agency managers to discuss ongoing processes and future requirements.

Purchase Ledger

McVities
Harlesden, Brent
1989.01 - 1996.07
  • Processed invoices for accurate bookkeeping and payment processing.
  • Balanced statements to keep records consistent.
  • Resolved discrepancies by checking entries and correcting mismatches.
  • Liaised with suppliers and customers..
  • Met deadlines for payment runs through timely posting and checks.
  • Assisted cashier with weekly payroll tasks and record updates.
  • Balanced cash against recipes to verify totals and reduce variances.

Skills

  • Excellent Communication (Written & Verbal)
  • Problem Solving and Decision Making
  • Customer Service, Passenger Care and Driver Support
  • Safeguarding and Welfare Awareness
  • Organisation and Time Management
  • Working Under Pressure in a Fast-Paced Environment
  • Health & Safety and Risk Awareness
  • Building Positive Working Relationships
  • IT Skills (Microsoft Office & Quick to Learn New Systems, including Trapeze)
  • Leadership & Team Support

Timeline

Driver attendant

Dial-a-ride
2006.11 - Current

Assistant Manager & Administrator

Angela Wilcock
1999.02 - 2005.09

Various Roles

West London Collage
1989.09 - 1999.02

Purchase Ledger

McVities
1989.01 - 1996.07
Margaret Rohan