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Education
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Certification
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Matthew Norrish

St Neots,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Experienced and safety-focused professional with a solid background in risk assessment, emergency response, and heavy equipment operations. Trained in advanced first aid with hands-on knowledge of equipment maintenance. Known for staying calm under pressure and making sound decisions in high-stakes situations. Brings strong leadership and supervisory experience, along with a commitment to discipline, compliance, and teamwork. Culturally aware and proactive, with a clear focus on improving safety standards and operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Tank Crewman

British Army
Tidworth, Wiltshire
10.2019 - 07.2025
  • Operated and maintained various tank systems to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Assisted in executing safety protocols during training exercises and operational drills.
  • Collaborated with team members to conduct routine inspections of equipment and supplies.
  • Participated in loading and unloading of supplies essential for tank operations.
  • Followed established procedures for handling hazardous materials during maintenance tasks.
  • Contributed to maintaining cleanliness and organisation of equipment and workspaces.
  • Achieved high levels of operational efficiency with meticulous navigation in diverse terrains.
  • Maintained physical fitness to meet the demanding requirements of the role.
  • Operated sophisticated communications systems, enhancing coordination among team members.
  • Conducted thorough inspections for ensuring the readiness of tank weaponry and equipment.
  • Remained composed and focused in highly stressful situations.

IT Hardware technician

AN Audio
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware malfunctions across diverse computer systems.
  • Installed and configured various IT hardware components to enhance system performance.
  • Conducted regular maintenance and upgrades on hardware to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline troubleshooting processes and improve response times.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends to provide informed recommendations on hardware purchases and upgrades.

Retail worker

Mountain Warehouse
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
12.2018 - 02.2019
  • Assisted customers in locating products and provided recommendations based on individual needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of sales floor to create a welcoming shopping environment.
  • Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure stock levels were appropriate and replenished as necessary.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Promoted seasonal items or discounts effectively stimulating increased revenue.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Maintenance and Engineering

British Army
Tidworth
10.2020 - 05.2024

GCSEs - Physical Education

Longsands Academy
Cambridgeshire
01.2012 - 08.2017

GCSEs - Mathematics

British Army
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
10.2019 - 12.2020

GCSEs - English

British Army
Tidworth
10.2019 - 08.2020

GCSEs - Public Services level 1&2

Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge
09.2018 - 06.2019

GCSEs - IT

Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge
09.2017 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Decisive judgement
  • Discipline and compliance
  • Heavy equipment maintenance
  • Fire suppression techniques
  • First aid training
  • Situational awareness
  • Explosives handling
  • Safety awareness
  • Supervisory skills
  • Organisational leadership
  • Advanced first aid
  • Initiative taking
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Professional integrity
  • Team player
  • Cultural awareness
  • Risk assessment proficiency

Accomplishments

Brigadiers Commendation for aiding a member of the public in a serious RTA.

Certification

Category B License (Full)

Category H License(Full)

Affiliations

  • Gaming
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Bass Guitar

Timeline

NVQ Level 2 - Maintenance and Engineering

British Army
10.2020 - 05.2024

Tank Crewman

British Army
10.2019 - 07.2025

GCSEs - Mathematics

British Army
10.2019 - 12.2020

GCSEs - English

British Army
10.2019 - 08.2020

IT Hardware technician

AN Audio
06.2019 - 09.2019

Retail worker

Mountain Warehouse
12.2018 - 02.2019

GCSEs - Public Services level 1&2

Cambridge Regional College
09.2018 - 06.2019

GCSEs - IT

Cambridge Regional College
09.2017 - 05.2018

GCSEs - Physical Education

Longsands Academy
01.2012 - 08.2017

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