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
2019.10 - 2025.07
- 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
2019.06 - 2019.09
- 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
2018.12 - 2019.02
- 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 2020.10 - 2024.05
GCSEs - Physical Education
Longsands Academy
Cambridgeshire 2012.01 - 2017.08
GCSEs - Mathematics
British Army
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2019.10 - 2020.12
GCSEs - English
British Army
Tidworth 2019.10 - 2020.08
GCSEs - Public Services level 1&2
Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge 2018.09 - 2019.06
GCSEs - IT
Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge 2017.09 - 2018.05
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
2020.10 - 2024.05
Tank Crewman
British Army
2019.10 - 2025.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
British Army
2019.10 - 2020.12
GCSEs - English
British Army
2019.10 - 2020.08
IT Hardware technician
AN Audio
2019.06 - 2019.09
Retail worker
Mountain Warehouse
2018.12 - 2019.02
GCSEs - Public Services level 1&2
Cambridge Regional College
2018.09 - 2019.06
GCSEs - IT
Cambridge Regional College
2017.09 - 2018.05
GCSEs - Physical Education
Longsands Academy
2012.01 - 2017.08