Stuart Tayler
Downton
Summary
Highly dedicated and detail orientated, with years of experience operating and leading at the highest levels in Theatre and Television, I have in the last two and a half years taken the skills I acquired in those fields and applied them to my new career as a National Highways Traffic Officer, and now as a Deputizing Team Manager(TRA). Skilled at working in high pressure environments. Offering extensive experience leading projects, problem solving, and providing excellent customer service, I look forward to developing all these skills and many more over the coming years with the aim of gaining more experience, more responsibility, and fulfilling my potential as a trusted and supportive leader both to the team and to National Highways.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Traffic Officer
National Highways
Chieveley , Berkshire
01.2023 - Current
- Live Lane Accreditation achieved in March 2023.
- Single Crew Accreditation achieved in February 2024.
- Deputizing Team Manager (TRA) from November 2024.
- Delivered daily staff briefings at the beginning of shifts.
- Ensured compliance to current work instructions to maintain a safe working environment.
- Supported the team in delivering the highest levels of customer service.
- Maintained complex records and documents to a high standard.
- Investigated reported safety issues and then completed relevant supporting paperwork.
- Created Daily Activity Sheets prioritizing optimal coverage of the Strategic Road Network to ensure KPIs are met and exceeded.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Systems.
- Proficient in National Highways Software Systems.
- Attending incidents on the Motorways and APTRs, supporting our customers including, members of the public, Emergency Services, and Industry Partners with Safety, Traffic Management, Rolling Road Blocks, Carriageway Clearance, and Lane and Carriageway Closures, with the aim of keeping the Strategic Road Network running as efficiently as possible.
- Held polite, professional manner, handling confrontation with tact and diplomacy.
- Remained calm under pressure to professionally handle evolving scenarios.
- Used two-way radio to liaise with control room, colleagues, and team managers to find positive outcomes to complex issues.
- Maintained safe, secure environments through dynamic risk assessments and use of Emergency Traffic Management.
- Responded to safety concerns from members of public.
- Offered advice and guidance to members of public.
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain safe customer environments.
- Acted as point of contact for confused, distressed, or lost members of public.
- Monitored customer activity to respond quickly to emergencies.
- Deescalated situations and behaviours before they got out of hand.
- Maintained current knowledge of all Highways Traffic Officer work instructions.
Followspot Operator
PROspot Group Ltd
Salisbury, Wiltshire
08.2018 - Current
- Operated Ground Control Remote Followspot systems and traditional Tungsten and Discharge Followspots on Television Programmes and large scale Televised Events.
- Interacted with Lighting Designers, Lighting Directors and Console Operators to cultivate full coordination and collaboration.
- Took responsibility as Lead Operator/Crew Chief on several TV Productions.
- Understood and implemented all safety requirements when working at height and worked to ensure the safety of Climbers, Crew and the General Public.
- Experienced with towing trailers up to 7m long.
Freelance Musician
Various
Hamburg/Salisbury, Germany/UK
05.2008 - 10.2024
- Booked concerts at various venues and festivals.
- Dealt with corporate booking requests.
- Arranged rehearsal spaces and created rehearsal schedules.
- Coordinated with venue technical teams on technical requirements and stage plans.
- Performed at numerous venues, heightening brand visibility.
- Arranged music for multiple performances, enhancing audience engagement.
- Led band rehearsals to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated with event organisers for smooth running of concerts.
- Communicated with clients to address requirements and negotiate fees.
- Managed other musicians in rehearsals and performances.
- Developed new adaptations for specific instrumentalists.
- Recruited talented musicians and singers for different performances.
- Produced and distributed sheet music for rehearsal and performance.
- Performed under pressure during high-profile events demonstrating resilience and professionalism.
Delivery Driver
Asda
Andover, Hampshire
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and customer addresses, working safely and efficiently to limit disruption to other road users.
- Fostered positive working relationships with customers, knowledgeably responding to delivery questions and concerns.
- Ensured timely, error-free daily deliveries.
- Drove company vehicles safely and legally.
- Safely lifted crates adhering to manual handling procedures to minimise injury risks.
- Frequently took on extra or extended shifts to cover sickness, helping to ensure completion of Customer Orders and the company's positive profile.
Drama Teacher / Director
Stagecoach
Salisbury, Wiltshire
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Created innovative, engaging and educational lessons, according to curriculum guidelines and best teaching practices.
- Created positive, stimulating learning environment with consistent discipline and successful behaviour management techniques.
- Responsible for the planning and execution of public productions and presentations and providing schedules and material for all teachers and classes in relation to the performances.
- Produced detailed Rehearsal Schedules and Lesson Plans.
- Ensured student safety and welfare at all times.
- Evaluated students' work and provided constructive feedback to guide improvement.
Inspector/Driver
British Car Auctions Logistics
Bridgewater, Somerset
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Inspected and logged detailed report on vehicle condition with the aid of a hand held device.
- Safely drove a wide variety of vehicles to and from Business and Private Customer addresses nationwide and BCA Logistics Hubs, complying with all road and traffic laws.
- Daily planning and executing of complex Public Transport solutions to ensure critical deadlines were met.
Director/ Resident Director / Actor
Theater Auf Tour GmbH
Darmstadt, Germany
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Responsible for all creative and artistic aspects of the show.
- Successfully facilitated communication and collaboration across departments.
- Created and adapted schedules to make best use of time to ensure deadlines were met.
- Maintained a positive and safe working environment, supporting and guiding colleagues to achieve their best results.
- Negotiated contracts with Performers involving Salary and Work Schedules.
- Responsible for maintaining the high standards of productions expected by Promoters and Public whilst out on tour.
Night Receptionist
Deutsche Seemannsmission Hamburg-Altona eV.
Hamburg, Germany
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Greeted guests comprising of Ships Crews and Tourists in a friendly and professional manner on arrival, completing Check-In procedures, provided room keys and any help that was required to ensure the best possible start to the guests stay.
- Managed Reservations and Bookings.
- Completed corridor checks, Fire and noise patrols to maximise guest safety and satisfaction.
- Effectively dealt with all enquires throughout night shift.
- Assisted Ships Crews with missing personal equipment including providing free warm weather clothing, High Vis clothing and boots.
- Provided support to Ships Crew in dealing with issues at work or with family and where necessary connecting them with the right people to help or simply providing a sympathetic ear.
- Assisted with translating English and German for business promotional material and also for guests when required.
Musical Theatre Performer
Mehr Entertainment GmbH
Bochum, Germany
02.2001 - 05.2008
- Learned and performed 11 different roles in the musical STARLIGHT EXPRESS.
- Maintained the highest professional standards of performance.
- Worked as a team to ensure the safety and success of each performance and all performers.
- Rehearsed with cast members to help and support them in learning new roles.
- Maintained personal fitness and health to minimise risk of injury to myself or others.
Musical Theatre Performer
Bill Kenwright Ltd
London
05.1999 - 02.2001
- Learned and performed 2 roles in the UK Tour of Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
- Maintained the highest professional standards of performance.
- Worked as a team to ensure the safety and success of each performance and all performers.
- Rehearsed with cast members to help and support them in learning new roles.
- Maintained personal fitness and health to minimise risk of injury to myself or others.
Musical Theatre Performer
UK Productions Ltd
Godalming, Surrey
06.1998 - 05.1999
- Learned and performed 2 different roles in the UK Tour of The Pirates Of Penzance
- Maintained the highest professional standards of performance.
- Worked as a team to ensure the safety and success of each performance and all performers.
- Rehearsed with cast members to help and support them in learning new roles.
- Maintained personal fitness and health to minimise risk of injury to myself or others.
Senior Front Of House Assistant
Apollo Leisure Group
London
01.1996 - 06.1998
- Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responsible for counting all daily cash takings.
- Responsible for training new staff.
- Understood and completed Evacuation Training on a regular basis.
Education
Language
KOM MbH Hamburg
Hamburg2010
3 Year Musical Theatre Course
The Academy of Live And Recorded Arts
LondonGCSEs -
Bishop Wordsworth's Grammar School
SalisburySkills
- Calm under pressure
- Proven leadership ability
- Strong Communication Skills
- Experienced at problem solving under time pressure
- Fast learner
- Experienced at providing excellent Customer Service
Languages
English
Native language
German
Upper intermediate
B2
Additional Information
Working in Television and previously for British Car Auctions has meant a lot of time on the Motorways in various vehicles from Cars to Vans up to 7.5 tonne. I have also regularly pulled trailers from small single axle Tipper Trailers to large 7.5m triple axle Flatbed Trailers.
Timeline
Traffic Officer
National Highways
01.2023 - Current
Followspot Operator
PROspot Group Ltd
08.2018 - Current
Delivery Driver
Asda
05.2018 - 07.2018
Drama Teacher / Director
Stagecoach
09.2016 - 07.2018
Inspector/Driver
British Car Auctions Logistics
08.2016 - 12.2016
Director/ Resident Director / Actor
Theater Auf Tour GmbH
04.2013 - 03.2016
Night Receptionist
Deutsche Seemannsmission Hamburg-Altona eV.
02.2011 - 06.2013
Freelance Musician
Various
05.2008 - 10.2024
Musical Theatre Performer
Mehr Entertainment GmbH
02.2001 - 05.2008
Musical Theatre Performer
Bill Kenwright Ltd
05.1999 - 02.2001
Musical Theatre Performer
UK Productions Ltd
06.1998 - 05.1999
Senior Front Of House Assistant
Apollo Leisure Group
01.1996 - 06.1998
Language
KOM MbH Hamburg
3 Year Musical Theatre Course
The Academy of Live And Recorded Arts
GCSEs -
Bishop Wordsworth's Grammar School
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