Robert Goodhand
Burton On Trent,Staffordshire
Summary
Accomplished health and safety professional with extensive expertise in safety leadership, change implementation, and site-specific risk analysis. Holds a NEBOSH diploma and general certificate, demonstrating a strong foundation in health and safety legislation. Proven track record in enhancing manufacturing processes through effective risk management. Committed to fostering safe work environments and continuously improving safety standards within the industry.
Strong communication and problem solving ability individually and as part of a team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10112
10112
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Health and Safety Technician
Briggs Of Burton
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
02.2023 - Current
- Operated as team leader for a team of Health and Safety Technicians across two manufacturing sites and multiple customer sites.
- Developed a positive safety culture using a variety techniques to ensure engagement from each business entity including behavioural safety change.
- Provided technical advice on safe working practices, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Improved worker's adherence to personnel protective equipment use through routine checks, reminders, toolbox talks and selection discussion.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, enhancing overall workplace compliance.
- Engaged senior leadership teams buy in that safety was the forefront of any successful business.
- Developed and delivered training packages to increase staff awareness about industry specific safety awareness.
- Ran incident investigations determining root causes and preventive measures required following accidents and near misses.
- Performed safety audits regularly to track regular trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Submitted CAPEX proposals for £750K investment to manufacturing facilities for safety compliance and greater productivity.
Health And Safety Technician
Briggs Of Burton PLC
Burton On Trent, Staffordshire
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Reported directly to the Health and Safety Manager.
- Regularly reviewed health and safety policies, ensuring their relevance in changing scenarios.
- Implemented new safety recording techniques to track key areas of risk. (Safety Observations)
- Delivered external training packages across all business entities.
- Delivered toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
- Regularly inspected facilities to ensure adherence to fire, hazard and evacuation guidance.
- Day to Day running as HSE project manager of a £2 million building extension and logistics hub for the global technical centre based in Burton on Trent.
- Conducted intensive safety audits and investigated reported issues, accidents and near-misses, documenting findings appropriately.
Sheet metal fabricator
Briggs Of Burton
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
09.2010 - 03.2020
- Trained new and apprentice staff members on sheet metal fabrication processes.
- Safely operated sheet metal fabrication machinery and equipment.
- Observed strict adherence to health and safety regulations during all stages of fabrication work.
- Built bespoke stainless steel equipment to meet unique client requirements within brewing and distilling industries.
- Maintained clean work area, promoting a safe and efficient working environment.
- Read complex design drawings accurately, ensuring fabrications meet tolerances required.
- Experienced in welding operations including TIG/MIG/MMA
- Controlled weld shrinkage and prevented distortion by applying optimally balanced welding sequences.
- Inspected finished production and installation work to determine conformity with specifications.
Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker
Briggs Of Burton
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
08.2006 - 09.2010
- Adapted quickly to changing work requirements, maintaining high-performance standards under pressure.
- Gained proficiency in industry-specific tools and equipment.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail whilst carrying out complex assignments.
- Achieved deadline compliance with meticulous time management.
- Commended for punctuality and consistent regular attendance.
- Developed practical skills through hands-on training.
- Strengthened understanding of business operations by actively listening during briefings and trainings.
Education
Level 6 National Diploma - NEBOSH National Diploma
NEBOSH
United KingdomNational General Certificate - NEBOSH General Certificate
Nebosh
United KingdomLevel 5 - Mechanical Engineering
BTEC National Awards
Coalville, LeicestershireNVQ Level 4 - Engineering and Technology
Advanced Diploma
DerbyLevel 3 - Education Training & Tutoring
SFJ Awards
NVQ Level 3 - Fabrication And Welding
Derby College
DerbyResponsible Welding Coordinator - Fab and Weld of Class 2 Structural Steel Work
TUV LTD UK
SSSTS - Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme
CITB
03.2019 - 03.2024
Certificate of Higher Education - Confined Space Watcher and Entrant
Medium Risk Confined Space Entry
Skills
- NEBOSH diploma
- NEBOSH general certificate
- Safety leadership
- Change implementing
- Manufacturing process familiarity
- Site-Specific risk analysis
- Health and safety legislation
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Affiliations
- Sports and Music
Timeline
Lead Health and Safety Technician
Briggs Of Burton
02.2023 - Current
Health And Safety Technician
Briggs Of Burton PLC
03.2020 - 02.2023
SSSTS - Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme
CITB
03.2019 - 03.2024
Sheet metal fabricator
Briggs Of Burton
09.2010 - 03.2020
Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker
Briggs Of Burton
08.2006 - 09.2010
Level 6 National Diploma - NEBOSH National Diploma
NEBOSH
National General Certificate - NEBOSH General Certificate
Nebosh
Level 5 - Mechanical Engineering
BTEC National Awards
NVQ Level 4 - Engineering and Technology
Advanced Diploma
Level 3 - Education Training & Tutoring
SFJ Awards
NVQ Level 3 - Fabrication And Welding
Derby College
Responsible Welding Coordinator - Fab and Weld of Class 2 Structural Steel Work
TUV LTD UK
Certificate of Higher Education - Confined Space Watcher and Entrant
Medium Risk Confined Space Entry
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