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Philip Miller

Darlington,Durham

Summary

Dynamic and motivated retired firefighter with a strong foundation in communication and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrates exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail, ensuring efficient time management and adherence to health and safety standards. A flexible team player with a full clean driving licence, proficient in mathematics, and committed to continuous learning.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Firefighter

County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service
Darlington, County Durham
06.2006 - 05.2025

Excellent communication skills with a vast experience of working with the public.

Promotional skills currently used to enhance fire safety and prevention and enhance informed decision making.

Collaboration with team members to ensure smooth operational procedures in a supportive environment.

A good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations in the workplace and first aid skills.

Active listening skills, essential for conflict resolution and creative problem solving.

Detail orientated and able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively.

Assisting in unloading and storage of station deliveries (consumables/equipment)and checking of equipment to ensure optimal safety and efficiency and maximize organisation.

Production operative

Cummins Engineering
Darlington, Durham
06.1997 - 06.2006

Coordinated with team members for smoother assembly line operations and enhanced production efficiency.

Ensured product quality by conducting regular checks and adjustments.

Worked on packaging tasks, ensured product protection during transit.

Followed company procedures for effective task completion.

Maintained a clean work environment, promoting overall well-being of staff.

Kept record of inventory for better stock management.

Collaborated on problem solving tasks for improved workflow efficiency.

Operated machinery to meet daily production targets.

Improved safety standards through strict adherence to regulations.

Machine operator/Setter/Warehouse person

Magnet Kitchens
Darlington, County Durham
08.1993 - 06.1997

Education

City and Guilds - Woodworking and Machine Technology

Darlington Collage of Technology
Darlington
09.1990 - 06.1993

GCSEs - All mandatory GCSE's, CDT, Art &Design, Geography

Longfield Comprehensive School
Darlington
09.1985 - 07.1990

Skills

Excellent Communication

Team player

Flexible and Motivated to learn

Conflict resolution skills

Organised with attention to detail

Friendly and approachable

Good time management

Full clean driving licence

Proficient in Math's

Good understanding of Health and Safety



Timeline

Firefighter

County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service
06.2006 - 05.2025

Production operative

Cummins Engineering
06.1997 - 06.2006

Machine operator/Setter/Warehouse person

Magnet Kitchens
08.1993 - 06.1997

City and Guilds - Woodworking and Machine Technology

Darlington Collage of Technology
09.1990 - 06.1993

GCSEs - All mandatory GCSE's, CDT, Art &Design, Geography

Longfield Comprehensive School
09.1985 - 07.1990
Philip Miller