Open to work
Matthew Harding
Swansea,West Glamorgan
Summary
Adaptable professional with strong problem-solving abilities and emotional resilience, skilled in maintaining safety compliance and delivering effective first aid in demanding environments. Demonstrates dynamic leadership and supervisory skills, supported by clear communication, active listening and a collaborative, team-focused approach. Known for mental agility and operational planning capabilities that support efficient, safe and high-performing operations, with a focus on contributing to resilient and well-coordinated teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certificate
Work history
Ironworks operative
Griffiths
Gowerton
2024.09 - 2026.03
- Executed ironwork reinstatements across South Wales, encompassing manhole cover reinstatements, patch reinstatements, and patch dig outs.
- Utilised extensive knowledge of tools and materials to oversee reinstatement processes involving M60 QC10 joint sealant and various types of manhole covers across Wales.
- Utilised base 20mm tar, 10mm coat, and 55.10 asphalt to achieve durable surfacing solutions.
- Operated Stihl saw, jackhammer, whacker plate, and gas lance to execute Overband layouts with precision.
- Executed 26 weeks of night shifts, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations across multiple sites.
- Pursued career development opportunities within organisation to achieve long-term professional growth.
- Navigated to remote areas including Leominster, Newport, and Hereford to fulfil work responsibilities on multiple occasions.
- Performed daily checks to guarantee equipment functionality.
- Followed instructions accurately to ensure task completion in a timely manner.
PCSO
Dyfed Powys Police
Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
2023.03 - 2023.10
- Facilitated resolution of potential incidents using effective communication and negotiation skills to support community crime reduction.
- Temporarily detained suspects at crime scenes to assist ongoing criminal investigations until backup arrived.
- Secured crime scenes to ensure minimal disruption prior to the arrival of police officers and the initiation of investigations.
- Conducted house visits to victims and witnesses, providing reassurance, advice, and support throughout crime investigations.
- Patrolled designated areas by car, bicycle, and on foot to maintain community safety.
- Responded to and investigated triggered security system alarms to ensure immediate action on potential threats.
Tank Crewman
British Army
Tidworth, south-east Wiltshire
2016.10 - 2023.01
- Provided emergency aid in disaster zones to support civilians and military personnel.
- Oversaw ammunition storage and distribution to assist troops effectively.
- Followed orders from senior officers promptly without hesitation.
- Completed ceremonial duties to honour fallen soldiers and foreign dignitaries.
- Acquired various trade skills to enhance unit support and diversify capabilities.
- Constructed and camouflaged troop positions in the field efficiently.
- Inspected and repaired military equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Patrolled military grounds to maintain order and respond rapidly to emergencies.
- Trained diligently on equipment and tactics to uphold mission preparedness.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Supervision
QualsDirect
Wales 2025.04 - 2026.02
NVQ Level 2 - Leadership (Non-Commissioned Officer's Course)
British Army
Tidworth, WILNVQ Level 2 - Engineering and Maintenance
British Army
Tidworth, WILGCSE - Mathematics B
Cwmtawe Community School
Swansea09.2015
GCSE - English B
Cwmtawe Community School
Swansea09.2015
GCSE - Science B
Cwmtawe Community School
Swansea09.2015
GCSEs - Information Technology B
Cwmtawe Community School
SwanseaSkills
- Problem-solving
- Emotional resilience
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Supervisory skills
- Dynamic leadership
- First Aid
- Operational planning
- Team player
- Mental agility
- Safety compliance
- Precision measurement
Accomplishments
- Bronze Duke Of Edinburgh's Award
- Silver Duke Of Edinburgh's Award
- Working with the Covid Vaccination programme within the Armed Forces
- Can Speak simple German
- Have worked on events for the Royal Family
- Travelled to many countries within the Armed Forces.
Certification
CSCS Skilled Worker Card - 2024 / Abrasive wheels - 2024 / Emergency first aid at work - 2025 / Water hygiene Card - 2024 / Medium Risk Confined Spaces Entry - 2024
Affiliations
- Gym and keeping active
- Badminton
- Tennis
- Go karting
Work preference
Work Type
Full timeLocation preference
On-siteRemoteHybridTimeline
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Supervision
QualsDirect
2025.04 - 2026.02
Ironworks operative
Griffiths
2024.09 - 2026.03
PCSO
Dyfed Powys Police
2023.03 - 2023.10
Tank Crewman
British Army
2016.10 - 2023.01
NVQ Level 2 - Engineering and Maintenance
British Army
GCSE - Mathematics B
Cwmtawe Community School
GCSE - English B
Cwmtawe Community School
GCSE - Science B
Cwmtawe Community School
NVQ Level 2 - Leadership (Non-Commissioned Officer's Course)
British Army
GCSEs - Information Technology B
Cwmtawe Community School
References
References available upon request.