Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and interest
Accomplishments
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Maria McAuley

Summary

Organised and dependable Events Coordinator with 18 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Strong background in event management, health & safety, and AV/technical production. Effective communication skills between stake holders, clients & team members. Proven ability to lead teams and build cohesive working environments. Career goal includes leveraging leadership skills to drive successful project outcomes and foster team development. Always willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6065
6065
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Facilities Coordinator

GTG
Glasgow
12.2017 - 03.2025
  • Managed large-scale events from initial planning to successful completion.
  • Drafted client quotes detailing service fees and pricing structures for event requirements.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create effective promotional materials for upcoming events.
  • Built strong relationships with key stakeholders through efficient communication skills.
  • Ensured seamless flow of events by timely troubleshooting any arising issues.
  • Coordinated internal staff briefings, ensuring everyone understood their roles during an event.
  • Implemented health and safety regulations that improved employee wellbeing.
  • Conducted regular site inspections for a safer working environment.
  • Acted as a visible and available health and safety resource in the field by consulting with staff, modelling safe behaviours and encouraging model behaviours.

Events Manager

House for an Art Lover
Glasgow
03.2006 - 12.2017
  • Managed and coordinated all aspects of events, ensuring seamless execution, working closely with clients to understand their specific requirements for the events.
  • Facilitated smooth running of events, leading pre-event team briefings to present final action plan and provide updates on last-minute details.
  • Balanced multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Oversaw set-up and breakdown of events to maintain an organised workspace.
  • Dealt effectively with last-minute changes to schedules or plans during events.
  • Handled queries and complaints from attendees professionally.
  • Obtained client feedback to determine improvements for future events.
  • Managed stock levels for optimal product availability.
  • Assisted in the training of new staff, enhancing team performance.

Helpline Advisor

BMI Healthcare
Glasgow
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Managed appointment bookings efficiently using digital scheduling systems, optimising use of time and resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask in fast-paced environment for increased productivity.
  • Possess excellent multitasking skills, managing several tasks simultaneously without errors.

Education

IOSH Working Safely -

GTG Training

Fire Warden -

GTG Training

Safety Champion Training -

GTG Training

Advanced Diploma - Visual Communication: Graphic Design for Print and New Media

Cardonald College
01.2010 - 01.2011

HND - Visual Communication: Graphic Design for Print and New Media

Cardonald College
01.2008 - 01.2010

Psychology - Intermediate 2 - undefined

Cardonald College
01.2007 - 01.2008

Scottish Qualifications Certificate -

St Paul's High School
01.2021 - 01.2007

Skills

  • Event management
  • Health & Safety
  • AV / Technical production
  • Budgets and forecasting
  • Training course marketing
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Leadership

Hobbies and interest

  • Travelling and exploring different cultures.
  • Living an active lifestyle and keeping healthy.
  • Cooking and experimenting with different dishes.

Accomplishments

    Recognition award for Communication

Timeline

Scottish Qualifications Certificate -

St Paul's High School
01.2021 - 01.2007

Senior Facilities Coordinator

GTG
12.2017 - 03.2025

Helpline Advisor

BMI Healthcare
03.2016 - 08.2016

Advanced Diploma - Visual Communication: Graphic Design for Print and New Media

Cardonald College
01.2010 - 01.2011

HND - Visual Communication: Graphic Design for Print and New Media

Cardonald College
01.2008 - 01.2010

Psychology - Intermediate 2 - undefined

Cardonald College
01.2007 - 01.2008

Events Manager

House for an Art Lover
03.2006 - 12.2017

IOSH Working Safely -

GTG Training

Fire Warden -

GTG Training

Safety Champion Training -

GTG Training
Maria McAuley