Rachel Girling

Saxmundham,Suffolk

Summary

Highly safety-conscious and procedure-driven professional with over five years’ experience working in regulated, high-responsibility environments with Royal Mail. Experienced in risk assessment, hazard identification, incident reporting, and strict compliance with data protection and operational procedures. Demonstrates strong situational awareness, security vigilance, and commitment to maintaining safe systems of work. Seeking to transition into a new role at Sizewell Nuclear Power Station, bringing a proven safety mindset, disciplined approach to procedures, and the ability to remain calm and focused in controlled environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work history

Postperson

Royal Mail

Leiston

2019.02 - 2026.02

Deliver high volumes of mail and parcels while adhering strictly to safety and operational procedures.
Carry out daily vehicle inspections and environmental risk assessments.
Identify and escalate suspicious or hazardous items in accordance with security protocols.
Maintain accurate reporting records and documentation.
Drive safely in all weather conditions and varied environments.
Support office-based operational tasks including rota coordination and reporting functions.

Waitress

Sizewell Tea Café

Sizewell

2016.06 - 2025.03

Worked in a fast-paced environment requiring strong communication and teamwork.
Managed secure cash and card transactions accurately.
Maintained high standards of hygiene and safety compliance.
Delivered professional service to members of the public and site personnel.

Education

GCSEs - 5 GCSE A-C, including Maths, English and Science.

Alde Valley Academy

Leiston

Diploma of Higher Education - Travel and Tourism

Suffolk New College

Ipswich

Skills

Safety & Risk Awareness: Conduct dynamic risk assessments (weather, route conditions, vehicle checks); apply safe manual handling techniques; report incidents and safety concerns accurately
Security & Hazard Identification: Trained to recognise suspicious packages and potential hazardous materials; follow strict escalation and reporting protocols
Compliance & Procedural Adherence: Strong understanding of GDPR; consistently follow structured operational procedures; complete accurate documentation and reporting

Operational Responsibility: Support rota planning and vehicle management; maintain accurate records and daily reporting
Behavioural Strengths: Excellent punctuality and reliability; calm under pressure; strong communication skills; high attention to detail; effective problem solving

Additional information

Full UK Driving Licence
Physically fit and accustomed to operational work
Comfortable working within structured, regulated environments
Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance culture

Affiliations

Enjoys running, cooking and baking, reading, and exploring new places through travel.

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