Summary
Overview
Work history
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Robert Gammage

Ivybridge,Devon

Summary

A highly empathetic, committed and selfless Officer who has a proven track record in welfare over twelve years. Focusing on the needs of the individual, a calm decisive problem solver, proven in the most challenging of environments. An outstanding listener with a caring and welcoming persona, someone who can gain the trust of a vulnerable person or family. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

A proud recipient of a Bde Commanders Commendation for the comprehensive support to a VSI Reservist whilst deployed overseas over the Christmas Leave period, despite being on an FTRS (HC) contract.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

RQMS(T) Camp Bastion

Op HERRICK 9
Camp Bastion, Afghanistan

RQMS(T) role processing over £2million of demands every month. Responsible for the backloading of all the damaged vehicles and equipment.

ROSO

165 P&M Regt RLC
Plymouth, Devon
11.2014 - Current
  • Implemented welfare policies according to AGAI 81, maintaining compliance standards.
  • Liaised with external agencies to secure additional resources for individuals and families when necessary.
  • Coordinated welfare programmes, resulting in better support to WIS personnel.
  • Handled sensitive information confidentially to maintain trust and comply to GDPR legislation.
  • Conducted regular home visits for vulnerable clients as per policy.
  • Collaborated with social services teams, strengthening overall support system.

Training Major

2 Regt AAC
Middle Wallop, Hampshire
09.2013 - 11.2014

All Phase 2 Training

All Aviation Ground Training

Watchkeeper Course

First Regular/Reserve Modular Groundcrew Course

Sqn 2IC

2 Regt AAC
Middle Wallop, Hampshire
05.2012 - 09.2013

676 Sqn 2IC- a Welfare Duty of Care Sqn that was set up after the Deepcut enquiry. Responsible for the administration and welfare of the Phase Two trainees at the Army Aviation Centre.

RQMS (T)

29 Cdo Regt RA
Plymouth, Devon
07.1999 - 04.2009

Various duties in 29 Cdo Regt RA including Provo Sgt, Officers Mess Manager, Battery Sergeant Major and RQMS (T). This included IC Security for Music of the Night, where 5,000 of the public in camp.

A Sqn Storekeeper

22 SAS Regt
Hereford, Herefordshire
06.1996 - 06.1999

Deployed and supported a Sabre Sqn on exercise and operation in Desert, Jungle and Arctic environments. During this period my two year old daughter had cancer and this is where my passion for welfare support was ignited. I was incredibly well supported by the Regt and I feel passionate to support new welfare cases, as well as I was.

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team building
  • Compassionate leadership
  • Resourcefulness
  • Empathy
  • Adaptable to new challenges

Affiliations

Dog Walking, reading, Theatre and supporting local charities, especially those connected with Welfare.

Certification

Unit Welfare Officer Pt1 & 2 with several Refresher Courses

Domestic Violence and Informed Practice Trained

Basic Safeguarding Training Level 2

Safeguarding Children Introduction Level 1

Loss and Bereavement Trained

Dementia Awareness Trained

Edexcel Level 7 BTEC Advanced Professional Certificate in Management Studies

Accomplishments

Nominated for an MBE but received a Bde Commander's Commendation for welfare

CO's Commendation for welfare (previous unit)

Timeline

ROSO

165 P&M Regt RLC
11.2014 - Current

Training Major

2 Regt AAC
09.2013 - 11.2014

Sqn 2IC

2 Regt AAC
05.2012 - 09.2013

RQMS (T)

29 Cdo Regt RA
07.1999 - 04.2009

A Sqn Storekeeper

22 SAS Regt
06.1996 - 06.1999

RQMS(T) Camp Bastion

Op HERRICK 9
Robert Gammage