Stephen Bunn

• Established partnerships with governmental agencies to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Regularly inspected protected areas ensuring adherence to established regulations and guidelines.
• Acted as Crewman and Boarding Officer for pro-active boarding activities on fishing vessels, ensuring compliance with local and national fishing regulations.
• Conduct boat maintenance activities, including basic engineering activities, such as checking fluid levels, pre-deployment engine checks etc.
• Boat refueling activities.
• Management of safety equipment (Ranging from EPIRBs, man-overboard equipment, navigation lights, lifejackets, firefighting equipment, dry suits etc)
• Prepare prosecution reports, utilising PDF and Microsoft Word, which are relied upon for court purposes, ensuring evidence is detailed, admissible and accurate.
• Inputting data onto Excel spreadsheets, ranging from details of fishing activity, to use of lifejackets by Fishermen, for the MCA.
• Co-ordination of fishing gear recycling activities, in collaboration with RWE and Keep Britain Tidy.
• Acted as crew during conservation activities, such as surveys, which are predominantly in the Cromer area and The Wash which included assisting scientific staff with shellfish collection, which were collected by hand, or by mechanical devices.
• Use of the onboard hydraulic "A Frame" for lifting purposes.
• Complete man overboard drills, both as crew and helmsman.
• Act as helmsman / Radio Operator on vessel passages.
• Maintain vessel engine log readings.
• Handled ropes and wires during berthing and unberthing activities to facilitate safe docking.
• Engaged in fire fighting drills, maintaining preparedness for emergencies.
• Carried out cargo handling duties, ensuring secure transit.
• Undertook painting and chipping tasks to preserve ship's condition.
• Operated ship's rigging equipment effectively for load bearing tasks.
• Followed operational procedures, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations.
• Maintained cleanliness on deck with routine cleaning tasks.
• Carried out basic engine room tasks under supervision for understanding machinery operations.
• Undertook helmsman duties contributing to accurate navigation.
• Demonstrated expertise in knot tying, resulting in efficient rope work.
• Performed lookout duties for safe maritime passage.
• Participated in mooring operations to secure vessels at port.
• Avoided slipping hazards by monitoring deck safety and promptly cleaning leaks and spills.
• Lubricated and made minor repairs to engine, resulting in increased reliability and longevity.
• Performed look-out watches at sea and when entering or leaving harbour.
• Prepare lifeboats in ships before departure, verifying full functionality.
• Maintained vessel rigging and cargo gear for optimal performance.
• Operated equipment and assisted in anchor manoeuvres.
• Recorded weather conditions and distance travelled in ship logs.
• Inspected lifesaving and firefighting appliances to verify condition.
• Interpreted navigation aids, communicated information and followed orders from captain.
• Monitored route for obstructions and other vessels to avoid risks.
• Utilised technological equipment to measure ocean depth.
• Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Assist as crewman for Norfolk Police Marine Unit activities.

• Created positive relationships with clients through shared interests, receiving positive feedback from both customers and management.
• Facilitated progress tracking, maintaining accurate patient records on the INFORM system.
• Recording and liaising with contractors for property repairs.
• Ensured patient safety by observing progress, promptly reporting issues and concerns to medical professionals.
• Developed and maintained good working relationships with family members, social workers and medical professionals to guarantee all patient needs were met.
• Undertake and record details of financial planning with customers.
• Liaise with other housing agencies, to support customers moving on.
• Review rent payment reports and address rent arrears issues with customers, ensuring that payment plans are acceptable to both the customer and to Sanctuary Housing.
• Access additional support for clients with financial difficulties, such as acquiring Discretionary Housing Payments.
• Acquire funds/assistance for customers such as the Local Welfare Assistance Scheme and Armed Forces charities.
• Assess clients debts and liaise with companies/agencies to formulate payment plans.
• Promoted independence, assisting patients in gaining budgeting and social skills.
• Supported development of individual support plans, conducting initial patient assessments to establish risk and needs.
• Helped customers to develop independent living skills, consistently meeting individual care plan objectives.
• Developed and implemented cohesive care plans for patients according to individual needs.
• Monitored and evaluated patients' health, wellbeing and progress to mitigate potential health risks.
• Reported on patients' health and mobility progress, maintaining excellent continuity of care.
• Monitored individuals' progress, continuously updating and adjusting care plans to meet health and wellbeing needs.
• Ensured consistent quality improvement by developing improved personal care services, optimising service user satisfaction.
• Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.
• Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
• Reduced hospital admissions and readmissions by delivering rapid, evidence-based intervention.
• Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
• Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
• Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
• Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
• Implemented first stages of action for breaches of tenancy, including the issue of verbal/written warnings and compiling and issuing letters for rent arrears issues.
• Utilising Microsoft Word for general computer activities, such as compiling letters, reports etc.
• Utilising Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to monitor housing benefit/client rent payments.
• Assist clients with benefits claims, such as housing benefit, Universal Credit and PIP.

• Temporary role, to assist a colleague managing the local area.
• Operated manual and mechanical lifting equipment safely.
• Safely load and unload prescription medication, including Controlled Drugs.
• Maintain the “Flexipod” delivery system, to ensure deliveries are documented, as having been delivered.
• Liaise with Pharmacy staff, undertaking any additional jobs as required to maximise efficiency.
• Warmly greeted customers within seconds to ensure optimum first impressions.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance matters are complied with and vehicles are kept in clean condition, to project a professional company image.
• Interpreted maps and followed written and verbal directions.
• Completed pre and post-trip safety inspections, recording and reporting any defects and malfunctions.
• Reported any errors found on delivery documents to supervisor.
• Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits.
• Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
• Maximised vehicle performance by completing basic vehicle maintenance, including air pressure checks, oil changes, etc.
• Maintain a flexible approach to the work location and working hours, travelling to various branches throughout the region as required.

• Conducted and recorded interviews with suspects, witnesses and victims.
• Identify vulnerable victims and witnesses and provide the appropriate safeguarding measures.
• Trained as a Police Negotatiator, for hostage/suicidal type scenarios.
• Reported and recorded all investigation material using various crime recording systems.
• Identify vulnerable premises and provide advice and assistance for “target hardening” in conjunction with Crime Prevention Officers.
• Conducted multiple complex investigations as a CID officer, leading to the conviction of a great number of suspects, ranging from theft offences to murder offences.
• Conducted covert surveillance at a local and regional level, both armed and unarmed.
• Led multiple teams of officers, both in CID, Surveillance Teams and Uniform patrol.
• First-aid trained.
• Critical incident management trained.
• Successfully presented evidence in court cases, at Magistrates, Crown and Coroner’s Court.
• Secured and collected forensic evidence, adhering to strict continuity and exhibit protection procedures.
• Successfully coordinated and carried out drug raids.
• Supervised duty shifts consisting of CID and Uniform officers, both in Lowestoft and Halesworth, covering the risk assessment and co-ordination of the response to incidents.
• Undertook and achieved the Level 5 Certificate in Police Management, which was completed in June 2021 (Foundation degree equivalent)
• Trained multiple new detectives and Constables over a twenty year period.
• Created and shared detailed reports using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the editing/creation of PDF documents.
• Routinely prepared, completed and submitted unexplained/ sudden death files to the Coroner ahead of agreed deadlines and to high standards.
• Maintained excellent relationships with external agencies, including schools, social service organisations, Mental Health Services, NHS and Fire Service.
• Responsible for the management of missing person investigations.
• Undertook child safeguarding requirements, placing children into Police protection as required and liaising with Social Services and other agencies, to provide appropriate support measures are implemented.
• Decide upon appropriate sanctions for first time, juvenile and vulnerable offenders, working with Youth Justice staff.
• Co-ordination and dealing with the response to persons suffering from mental health episodes, including liaising with the NHS/Paramedics and mental health facilities.
• Liaising with housing services/charities to accommodate vulnerable people.
• Provided bereavement advice to the families of those who have died in suspicious or unexplained circumstances.
• Was responsible for the management of a Police Custody Centre, ensuring that risk assessments, health and safety issues and prisoner reviews of detention were completed expeditiously.
• Attended management meetings, to update senior officers on progress of investigations and caseloads, with an emphasis on progressing cases where the victims are vulnerable or are domestic abuse victims.
• Co-ordination and investigating police complaints and taking the necessary action required, to assist the complainant and the officer/concerned.
• Dealing with staff performance issues and taking the necessary action.
• Dealing with staff welfare issues and signposting officers to the appropriate assistance.
• Preparing staff briefings for training and operations.
• Ensured officers were adhering to correct health and safety procedures, in regards to their activity within police premises, vehicles, equipment and the response to incidents, including COVID assessments.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the Police station, ensuring visitors are security screened by staff and staff adhere to strict security guidelines, to protect police property and equipment.

As covered previously. I returned to the company after leaving the Royal Navy, pending commencement of my Police training.

• Monitor and update Local Control System (LCS) to ensure smooth broadcasting operations.
• Monitored and adjusted audio and video parameters to ensure the highest level of network quality.
• Minimised loss of broadcast services at times of equipment failure, rapidly identifying and implementing alternative methods to provide successful restoration.
• Utilised satellite communications systems.
• Used Morse code and flashing light signaling for ship to ship communications.
• Used VHF Radio for short range communications.
• Member of the onboard firefighting team, being trained to use breathing apparatus systems and safety equipment.
• Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
• Undertook armed guard duties.
• Co-ordinated fleet movements utilising encrypted communications.
• Logged all outgoing messages in accordance with regulatory guidelines, ensured compliance across the board.
• Risk assessed incoming communications, ensuring that messages were distributed correctly, in accordance with security classifications.
• Acted as the mobile communications member for boarding parties, and tenders.
• Instructed new operators on handling radio equipment correctly, increased overall team proficiency considerably.
• Responsible for encrypted ship to ship communications, when replenishing at sea (RAS).

• Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
• Organised and executed safety exercises to ensure safety in emergency situations.
• Reduced the risk of onboard hazard, identifying unsafe situations and performing follow-up actions according to safety regulations.
• Provided effective evacuation support, demonstrating life-saving equipment, performing First Aid, to ensure maximal passenger safety.
• Maintenance of outboard engines.
• RIB crew, utilised for man overboard situations, as tasked by gas installations, crew transfers, etc.
• Assisted with shifting, dropping and picking up deliveries from offshore installations.
• Maintained meticulous appearance of ship by cleaning, polishing and painting interior and exterior areas.