Sofi Hurst
Whitehaven,Cumbria
Summary
Experienced, reliable and motivated crane operator with over four years of industry experience. Skilled at working effectively both independent and as part of a team, with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety while ensuring precise, efficient operations and full compliance with site procedures and safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Nuclear Operator
Sellafield
Seascale, Cumbria
2022.05 - Current
- Consistently adhered to all health and safety procedures, maintaining a strong focus on safe working practices.
- Safely manoeuvred and positioned loads by following banksman signals and established lifting procedures.
- Collaborated effectively with Health Physics and Maintenance teams to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Conducted pre-operational inspections to verify that all machinery and equipment were in safe working condition prior to use.
- Maintained all required training and certifications, ensuring full compliance with operational and safety standards.
Manager
Wild Duck
Branthwaite, Cumbria
2017.03 - 2022.05
- Managed front of house staff and kitchen staff rotas
- Delegated tasks to enhance team productivity and meet operational goals.
- Facilitated staff training to improve customer service and foster team development.
- Liaised with suppliers to secure timely deliveries and maintain service standards.
- Worked weekdays/weekends and bank holidays
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Oversaw daily operations
Support Worker
Lifeways
Workington, Cumbria
2016.01 - 2017.03
- Guided patients through activities to promote independence and enhance life skills
- Facilitated daily living skills training for individuals in a residential setting
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments to ensure timely access to healthcare services
- Assisted with housekeeping tasks so that each individual's flat was clean and safe
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes and medication use for healthcare team insights
Care worker
Stilecroft
Stainburn, Cumbria
2014.04 - 2016.01
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients
- Provided care and support for patients living with dementia in a residential setting.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for increased independence.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance such as, bathing, dressing, continence support. Promoting comfort, dignity and respect
- Supported patients with mobility issues
- Provided emotional support to patients, improved mental well-being
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals
- Assisted in meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition.
- Worked 12-hour shift pattern
- Provided round-the-clock support by working both day and night shifts.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding all sensitive personal data
- Followed safe lifting for client safety.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science
St Josephs Catholic High School
Workington, Cumbria 2001.04 -
A-Levels - Health and Social Care
Workington Sixth Form Centre
Workington, CumbriaSkills
- Strong attention to detail
- Patient, focused, and reliable
- Night shift and rotating shift experience
- Safe crane operation
- Excellent time management and efficiency
- Health & Safety compliance
- Risk awareness and hazard identification
- Manual handling techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clear communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving and quick decision-making
- Adaptable and flexible approach to work
- Strong work ethic and dependability
- Following procedures and safe systems of work
- PPE compliance and site safety awareness
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Good organisational skills
- Commitment to quality and accuracy
Timeline
Nuclear Operator
Sellafield
2022.05 - Current
Manager
Wild Duck
2017.03 - 2022.05
Support Worker
Lifeways
2016.01 - 2017.03
Care worker
Stilecroft
2014.04 - 2016.01
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science
St Josephs Catholic High School
2001.04 -
A-Levels - Health and Social Care
Workington Sixth Form Centre