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Simon Anthony Wheeler

Colchester ,Essex

Summary

Within my 16 years of the Royal Navy, I had achieved promotion multiple times through the leadership skills I obtained. This is a typical characteristic within my work ethnic, determined to continue developing upwards within my following careers. Throughout my career I have aimed to always deliver high standards and ensure that my team are well trained.



Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Cheif/Armed Boarding Party

Royal Navy
06.1980 - 02.1996
  • Trained junior chefs to enhance their professional skills.
  • Optimised workflow processes reduced time spent on administrative tasks.
  • Supervised all kitchen staff to maintain high quality standards.
  • Collaborated closely with suppliers, secured fresh ingredients daily.
  • Implemented cost-effective strategies in purchasing and inventory management.
  • Enhanced team productivity with effective delegation of tasks.
  • Maintained high safety standards during food preparation and serving procedures.
  • Performed regular equipment maintenance increased lifespan of kitchen appliances.

Food Retail Management

Iceland's Foods
Dunfermline, Fife
06.1996 - 09.2001
  • Participated actively in periodic professional development workshops organised by management; kept skills updated in line with industry best practices and technological advancements in machine operation procedures.
  • Coordinated with HR teams nationally for successful expatriate lifecycle management.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff on system management tasks; enhanced workforce competency in managing minor system issues independently.
  • Devised strategies to improve customer engagement.
  • Cultivated a productive work culture by encouraging teamwork.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing diverse teams.
  • Performed basic bookkeeping duties contributing towards sound financial management.
  • Oversaw budgeting process, ensuring prudent financial management.
  • Achieved all KPI's set by the Company.

Retail manager

Sainsbury's
London, Various Sites
01.2002 - 10.2008

This job role was very similar to my previous role at Iceland's, therefore I have listed the same skills and roles as seen below.

  • Participated actively in periodic professional development workshops organised by management; kept skills updated in line with industry best practices and technological advancements in machine operation procedures.
  • Coordinated with HR teams nationally for successful expatriate lifecycle management.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff on system management tasks; enhanced workforce competency in managing minor system issues independently.
  • Devised strategies to improve customer engagement.
  • Cultivated a productive work culture by encouraging teamwork.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing diverse teams.
  • Performed basic bookkeeping duties contributing towards sound financial management.

Structure cabling engineer

Bluepoint Technologies
Colchester, Essex
07.2008 - 09.2019
  • Cooperated with cross-functional teams during project development stages.
  • Liaised with clients, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
  • Designed innovative engineering strategies for improved productivity.
  • Facilitated productive client meetings ensuring clear communication of complex technical concepts.
  • Conducted regular site visits to oversee construction process and progress.
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality work.
  • Led team meetings, fostering effective communication amongst the team.
  • Trained junior engineers and provided mentorship, enhancing their skill set and knowledge base.

Semi

Retired
Serian Malaysia
10.2019 - 07.2025

Education

CSE's -

Alec Hunter High School
Braintree
09/1975 - 05/1980

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Strategic planning
  • Leadership
  • Public Relations
  • Inventory management
  • Project troubleshooting

Certification

City and Gilds Catering

Affiliations

Football

Music

Cinema

Gym

General keep fit

Socialising


Timeline

Semi

Retired
10.2019 - 07.2025

Structure cabling engineer

Bluepoint Technologies
07.2008 - 09.2019

Retail manager

Sainsbury's
01.2002 - 10.2008

Food Retail Management

Iceland's Foods
06.1996 - 09.2001

Cheif/Armed Boarding Party

Royal Navy
06.1980 - 02.1996

CSE's -

Alec Hunter High School
09/1975 - 05/1980
Simon Anthony Wheeler