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Neil Simpson

Penrith,cumbria

Summary

Enthusiastic professional with a strong foundation in instructional roles across various training environments. Demonstrates adaptability in teaching techniques and classroom dynamics to enhance student engagement. Committed to collaborative growth, sharing best practices with fellow instructors to drive continuous improvement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EUSR Instructor

Self employed
Cumbria , Cumbria
03.2026 - Current
  • Instructed ESUR Category 1 and 2 courses to students in a practical setting.
  • Taught practical lessons in Safe use of Cable avoidance and safe digging practices to develop applied learning.
  • Utilised hands-on curriculum and diverse teaching methods to engage students and facilitate practical learning.
  • Instructed students using innovative classroom techniques and lectures to help learners overcome learning challenges.
  • Managed classroom dynamics, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment conducive to learning for all participants.
  • Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to enhance understanding and retention of course material.
  • Provided tailored instruction and tutoring to align with each student's knowledge level.
  • Used established assessment criteria to evaluate student skills and knowledge gaps.
  • Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture content and support student learning outcomes.

NPORS Instructor

Self Employed
Cumbria
08.2025 - Current
  • Instructed on 27 categories in plant and management subjects, enhancing students' subject knowledge.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans incorporating innovative teaching methodologies to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions, facilitating personalised learning and skill advancement.
  • Instructed students using innovative classroom techniques and lectures to help learners overcome learning challenges.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to share best practices and continuously improve teaching techniques.
  • Explained and demonstrated tasks to learners, promoting understanding of problem-solving techniques and approaches.
  • Evaluated students' abilities by reviewing performance records and adjusted teaching methods to foster progress.
  • Individualised instruction and tutoring to match student knowledge and skills.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of advancements in educational methods and technologies.

Appointed Person

GailfordTry
Carlisle , cumbria
10.2023 - Current

The 8km long road will provide vital infrastructure to relieve congestion in Carlisle and provide the access and network capacity to enable the successful and accelerated delivery of St Cuthbert's Garden Village. My duties are to ensure all lifting activities are carefully planned and executed with Safety of all involved at the forefront of the task.

Compiling lift plans, using AutoCAD and Kranexpert. reviewing and authorizing contractors lift plans.

I am contracted to GailifordTry construction on The Carlisle Southern Link Road will connect Junction 42 of the M6 with the A595 to the west. The route will include new junctions linking existing radial routes into Carlisle and the Garden Village.

The route will include bridges over two main railway lines and the Caldew and Petteril rivers, a network of footways and cycleways and an extensive programme of landscaping and environmental mitigation.

  • Collaborated with team members on projects to improve communication and teamwork.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety of work areas to minimise the risk of accidents.
  • Fulfilled service time and quality objectives, contributing to operational efficiency.

Appointed Person (lifting)

Advance Plus
Carlisle , cumbria
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Oversaw all lifting duties as lead Appointed Person for £33.2m upgrade at Carlisle WwTW, managing operations involving mobile, crawler cranes, and excavators.
  • Supervised and coordinated site team in waste water areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project timelines.
  • Ensured timely service delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Ensured timely service delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Worked closely with team members to coordinate efforts and meet project objectives.

Appointed Person (lifting)

Advance Plus
Kendal, cumbria
01.2022 - 08.2022

Assumed responsibility for the Appointed Person role, overseeing site supervision at Kendal WwTW, which serves a large residential and tourist catchment.

Coordinated lifting activities and supervised site operations, scheduling materials and labour to ensure efficient workflow.

Maintained accurate working details at clean water site to support compliance and operational standards.

  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.

Site supervisor

Wannop Contractors
Carlisle , cumbria
03.2017 - 11.2021
  • I was supervising multiple teams who worked on Northern Gas replacement line contracts.
  • Supervised water replacement and repair teams on various projects.
  • I was supervising multiple teams who worked on Northern Gas replacement line contracts.
  • Monitored work progress and maintained daily logs to support project tracking and accountability.
  • Supervised construction site operations, maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations and project timelines.
  • Conducted daily briefings for team members to outline tasks and address potential safety hazards.
  • Enforced site safety rules, significantly reducing work-related accidents and injuries.
  • Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organise site operations and achieve project milestones without delays.
  • Inspected site work to check progress, identify quality or code issues and estimate completion times.

Site supervisor

Waitings Drainage
Penrith , Cumbria
04.2007 - 10.2016
  • Supervised construction site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and timely project delivery.
  • Adapted project schedules in response to unforeseen challenges, minimising disruptions and maintaining project momentum.
  • Enforced site safety rules, minimising work-related accidents and injuries.
  • Organised crew operations to achieve project completion within schedule and budget constraints.
  • Inspected site work to check progress, identify quality or code issues and estimate completion times.
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to identify potential risks and took corrective actions promptly to maintain safety standards.
  • Coordinated and supervised operatives' activities, allocating tasks and enforcing safety procedures to maintain safety.
  • Managed export cabling for multiple wind farm projects across the country.

Ganger

R C Civils
workington , cumbria
01.2005 - 03.2006
  • Laid multi-utilities within new housing developments, ensuring efficient installation.
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections of water, gas, and electricity infrastructure to uphold regulatory standards.
  • Scheduled routine and ad hoc inspections to ensure comprehensive coverage of utility networks.
  • Documented safety hazards within utility networks, contributing to risk mitigation and accident prevention.
  • Delivered detailed reports on inspection findings to senior management, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • RC Civils - mainly laid multi utilities into new housing developments

Education

Site managers -SMSTS

Construction industry training board
01-2025

Study

Keswick High School
keswick
01-2025

Liebherr Cranes

Skills

  • Technical instruction
  • Safety regulations
  • Risk assessment
  • Assessment criteria
  • Lesson planning
  • Test preparation
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Group sessions
  • Tutoring
  • Student motivation
  • Team collaboration
  • Class management

Custom Section

I am experienced construction worker with many years’ experiences of working in the utility and construction industry. I have the ability to work on my own or as part of a team and have proven leadership skills. I am trustworthy and dependable and always strive to achieve a high level of performance always adhering to strict health and safety regulations. I am a hardworking individual and am always looking to learn new skills and extend my knowledge.

Experienced and safety-conscious Appointed Person with a strong background in overseeing lifting operations in various industries. Possessing in-depth knowledge of regulations and standards related to lifting equipment and procedures. Skilled in coordinating and managing safe lifting activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines. Proven ability to provide detailed lift plans, conduct thorough risk assessments,and communicate effectively with team members to execute lifting operations efficiently. Dedicated to promoting a culture of safety and professionalism in the workplace while achieving project objectives.

Certification

  • NPORS certified Instructor
  • Level 6 construction site management
  • ESUR Multi Disciplined certified
  • CPSC Operator certified
  • NPORS operator certified
  • First Aid certified

Timeline

EUSR Instructor

Self employed
03.2026 - Current

NPORS Instructor

Self Employed
08.2025 - Current

Appointed Person

GailfordTry
10.2023 - Current

Appointed Person (lifting)

Advance Plus
09.2022 - 09.2023

Appointed Person (lifting)

Advance Plus
01.2022 - 08.2022

Site supervisor

Wannop Contractors
03.2017 - 11.2021

Site supervisor

Waitings Drainage
04.2007 - 10.2016

Ganger

R C Civils
01.2005 - 03.2006

Site managers -SMSTS

Construction industry training board

Study

Keswick High School

Liebherr Cranes
Neil Simpson