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Ryan Mckenzie

Hartlepool ,Cleveland

Summary

Ex-military and current serving Police Constable who is a highly skilled professional with a strong foundations in interpersonal communication, self-discipline, and decision making under pressure. Dedicated to achieving the highest level of success in any and all roles and will bring a confident and success driven attitude. Years of experience in public facing roles have led to strong communication skills. Adaptable to all situations and able to learn and retain new information such as the UK laws and legislation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police constable

Cleveland Police
Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland
01.2022 - Current
  • Diffused potentially volatile situations by employing proven de-escalation and conflict management techniques and using strong communication skills with both members of the public and suspects of crime.
  • Upheld law and order through proactive policing strategies.
  • Collaborated with local agencies to enhance crime prevention efforts.
  • Fostered public trust by maintaining high ethical standards and transparency.
  • Prepared crime reports and case files, delivering documentation to Criminal Prosecution Service (CPS).
  • Work regularly in high pressure situations as a single crewed officer or part of a team to protect members of the public and bring offenders to justice.
  • Completed a University Degree in Professional Policing Practice alongside full time work as a Police Constable showing great time management ability and information retention.

Team leader

SK Foods
Middlesbrough, Cleveland
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Led team of up to 10 to achieve KPI targets and successfully complete assigned projects.
  • Reported on team performance to higher leadership, proactively offering action for areas of improvement.
  • Completed quality assurance paperwork in a timely fashion whilst also maintaining overview of the team.

Army soldier

British Army
08.2016 - 10.2020
  • Operated weaponry and communication systems.
  • Qualified Tank driver - completed multiple exercises as the driver of a 3 man team on military armoured vehicles.
  • Upheld strict discipline standards at all times both during working hours and in everyday life.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to junior soldiers; fostered a culture of respect and cooperation within the regiment.
  • Performed maintenance on military vehicles, increased overall fleet readiness.
  • Represented military unit professionally at ceremonial events and occasions including the Queen's Birthday Parade (2018, 2019) and the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry.
  • Followed instruction to complete exact requests of senior officers.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Bar manager

Braye Beach Hotel
Alderney, channel islands , Alderney
01.2016 - 06.2016
  • Monitored stock levels to avoid any potential shortages during peak hours.
  • Oversaw general maintenance of bar equipment.
  • Monitored and maintained stock levels for maximised efficiency and minimised waste.
  • Communicated with my team to ensure we were all working towards the same goal.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Policing in Practice

Teesside University
Middlesbrough
01.2022 - 01.2025

Diploma of Higher Education - Uniformed Public Services

Hartlepool College of Further Education
Hartlepool
09.2013 - 05.2015

GCSEs - A-C in Maths, English, Science

Manor College of Technology
Hartlepool
09.2009 - 05.2013

Skills

  • Interpersonal communication
  • Self-discipline
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Working under sustained pressure
  • Excellent time management
  • Adaptable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to learn and retain new information

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Basketball

Accomplishments

In 2019 I had the honour of meeting Queen Elizabeth II after placing in a regimental competition.


I was a member of the Captains Escort during the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Certification

Full UK Driving Licence plus FKQ

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Police constable

Cleveland Police
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Policing in Practice

Teesside University
01.2022 - 01.2025

Team leader

SK Foods
01.2021 - 12.2021

Army soldier

British Army
08.2016 - 10.2020

Bar manager

Braye Beach Hotel
01.2016 - 06.2016

Diploma of Higher Education - Uniformed Public Services

Hartlepool College of Further Education
09.2013 - 05.2015

GCSEs - A-C in Maths, English, Science

Manor College of Technology
09.2009 - 05.2013
Ryan Mckenzie