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SCOTT MCDONALD

Sheffield,SHF

Summary

A diligent and customer-focused Logistics Specialist with experience in operating in high pressure environments within HM Forces. Held accountability as a Storeman for £MM of specialist Defence equipment and assets, overseeing end to end supply chain management. A highly motivated professional, who works well independently and as part of a team. Embraces challenge and thrives while working to tight deadlines to deliver results. Proven experience in high value goods distribution, high value equipment movements, fleet management and dangerous goods. An innovative problem solver, takes time to understand the needs of the client and finds ways to meet expectations without compromising on agreed deadlines for the distribution of goods in challenging environments. A confident team player "Individual" undersells you. with a positive attitude to any situation, gets the job done with no questions asked. Reliable and always willing to go the extra mile on and job given. Leads teams to deliver expected outcomes, devising a plan to utilise the strengths within the team. Meets tight deadlines on short notice and brings ideas to improve the distribution of goods. Willing to relocate: Anywhere Eligible to work in the UK Yes Highest Level of Education: GCSE or equivalent Industry: Administrative Assistance, Aerospace & Aviation, Agriculture & Forestry, Logistic Support, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Information, Mining & Oil, Other, Security & Public Safety, Transportation Services Total years of experience: 3

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Supervisor

National Timber Group
Sheffield
06.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for ensuring that all loads are collated for delivery
  • To plan all daily delivery schedules to make best use of the fleet of vehicles and drivers
  • Responsible for communicating with the sales team on a daily basis to ensure that the potential of each load is maximised
  • Responsible for ensuring that all paperwork is correctly booked out and Driver and Loading Manifests are completed correctly
  • Liaise with our service providers and drivers to make sure that vehicles are taken in for M.O.T and services on the required dates
  • Ensuring that any defects are reported and dealt with
  • Responsible for liaising with drivers to ensure that completed loads are correct, once they are loaded and prior to the vehicle leaving site
  • Work as a team to ensure all deliveries are completed on time and in full
  • Solve any problems arising on a daily basis

Train presentation

Northern Trains
Sheffield
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Supervise and lead the Train presentation teams at Sheffield and Doncaster Stations and Holbeck Depot
  • Provide guidance, support, and motivation to ensure a consistent and efficient working environment
  • Delegate tasks and responsibilities among the team, ensuring each member understands their role in maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of the trains
  • Ensure staff members meet high standards of cleanliness and presentation by conducting regular inspections of trains
  • Ensure compliance with established cleanliness protocols and safety standards
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development
  • Oversee the stock of cleaning supplies and equipment
  • Ensure that the team has the necessary tools and resources to perform their duties effectively
  • Manage resources and budgets for the 3 teams
  • Address and resolve any issues related to train cleanliness or presentation promptly
  • Investigate and respond to passenger feedback or complaints regarding the condition of trains
  • Maintain a safe and organized work environment
  • Ensure jobs have been completed and ensure staff safety and cleanliness has been adhered to the highest standard

Water Technician

J & D Water Consultants Ltd
Pyle
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Legionella risk assessments
  • Water hygiene & water treatment services
  • Water consultancy
  • Cleaning & disinfection of water systems
  • Acid cleans of calorifiers
  • Water sampling services
  • Chemical supply
  • Dosage and control equipment supply and installation
  • Supply of pre-treatment plant

Logistics Specialist

HM Forces
Location
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Held accountability for £MM of Defence equipment and technology
  • Oversaw the distribution of goods and essential equipment to 80 personnel, ensuring that they held the relevant entitlement to the equipment and that it was issued appropriately
  • Utilised equipment guidelines to ensure that personnel were provided with the appropriate kit to undertake key organisational activities, including training and overseas deployments
  • Oversaw road moves of high value assets, planning and identifying resources and personnel to ensure that the move was achieved
  • Provided Team Leader support for all Dangerous Goods within the organisation, delivering advice and guidance to peers and senior management
  • Fire Safety Supervisor within site accommodation, ensuring that fire provisions were present and not misused, ensuring that fire doors were not left propped open
  • Worked within a team of five, providing advice and mentoring to new Logistics Staff
  • Demonstrated effective stock management, ensuring enough equipment and stock was always at hand
  • Oversaw that equipment was accounted for and all paperwork was up to date
  • Dangerous goods management – Account for class 1 dangerous goods, helping with the movement of dangerous goods to different locations around the UK and overseas

Wool Grader

Lawrence Peirce Wool Merchant
Location
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Worked with a team of 3 sorting and picking through wool that had come into the warehouse from customer premises
  • Ensured that the fleece was clean and ready for processing, before sorting the different types of wool into appropriate areas
  • Operated a press machine that could compact 3 tons of wool into a 4ft bale
  • Sorted bales of different wool and loaded them onto trucks before being shipped globally

Trawler Deckhand

Location
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Worked on a commercial trawler vessel as part of a team of 4
  • Experienced in working in dangerous situations and adapting to any environment
  • Sorted caught fish into the correct boxes and sent them into the freezer
  • Accounted for all stock and gauged when the crew had reached their quota and deadline
  • Utilized experience to certify quota and deadline accomplishments
  • Adhered to extreme safety measures to ensure appropriate team operation
  • Demonstrated awareness of surroundings and ensured a safe working environment

Education

GCSE or equivalent -

Skills

  • Risk Assessment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Risk Management
  • Team leader skills
  • Trainer and Mentor
  • FLT Trained
  • ADR Hazmat

Highestlevelofeducation

GCSE or equivalent

Industry

  • Administrative Assistance
  • Aerospace & Aviation
  • Agriculture & Forestry
  • Logistic Support
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medical Information
  • Mining & Oil
  • Other
  • Security & Public Safety
  • Transportation Services

Totalyearsofexperience

3

Training

  • Level in Industrial Environmental Awareness, City & Guilds
  • Mechanical Engineering Track safety, Northern

Eligibletoworkinuk

Yes

Personal Information

Willing To Relocate: Anywhere

Languages

English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Managing Supervisor

National Timber Group
06.2024 - Current

Train presentation

Northern Trains
10.2023 - 06.2024

Water Technician

J & D Water Consultants Ltd
03.2023 - 10.2023

Logistics Specialist

HM Forces
01.2018 - 01.2023

Wool Grader

Lawrence Peirce Wool Merchant
01.2017 - 01.2018

Trawler Deckhand

01.2016 - 01.2017

GCSE or equivalent -

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