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Stuart Vatcher

Bournemouth,Dorset

Summary

RSAS accredited Rail Community Officer and Mental Health First Aider with 22 years of experience in the rail industry, specializing in community engagement and mental health support. Proven track record of enhancing safety and well-being within rail environments. Seeking new challenges and opportunities for increased responsibility in a dynamic setting.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work history

Rail Community Officer

South Western Railway
, Bournemouth
08.2008 - Current

Conducted high-visibility uniform patrols night and day across South Western Railway network including known crime hotspots, to deter anti-social behaviour.

Responded promptly to British Transport Police and South Western Railway requests for incident assistance.

  • Collaborated with British Transport Police, Local Police forces, Revenue Protection, Mask and other agencies during Operations.
  • Enforced Railway Byelaws and relevant legislation to maintain security standards.
  • Prioritised safeguarding measures to protect vulnerable individuals on trains and stations.
  • Engaged with rail staff and customers to promote a culture of safety and security.
  • To prepare and submit statements of evidence and to attend court to support prosecutions.

Travelsafe Officer

South West Trains
Bournemouth, England
09.2005 - 08.2008

Conducting high-visibility uniform patrols night and day across the South West Trains network work including crime hotspots working with the British Transport Police.

  • Respond promptly to British Transport Police and South West Trains.
  • Dealing with anti-social behaviour
  • Provided customer service to improve overall rail experience.
  • Being Eyes and Ears of the Railway then feeding that information to the appropriate department.
  • Dealing with unhappy rail passengers and finding resolutions.

Revenue Protection Assistant

South West Trains
Southampton
02.2003 - 09.2005

Conducted on-board and station inspections of passenger rail tickets.

Issued penalty fares for fare evasion incidents, ensuring compliance with regulations.

  • Charged appropriate rail fares to uphold standards and deter violations.
  • Compiled MG11 reports for prosecution unit regarding fare evasion cases.
  • Administered unpaid fare notices to facilitate recovery processes.
  • Assisted with customer service during service disruptions, maintaining effective communication.

Various

Royal Mail - Post Office Counters
Bournemouth, England
08.1988 - 02.2003

In my early career I had various jobs at Royal Mail - Post Office Counters Ltd. Redirection Manager, Redirection Administrator, Postcode Enquiries Administrator, Customer Service Administrator and Counter Clerk.

Short description of my duties and experiences.

  • Resolved customer issues promptly enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing excellent customer service to all.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Managed cash, cheque and credit transactions to ensure accuracy and integrity.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Delegated tasks efficiently to maximise productivity.


Education

Advance Level Apprenticeship - Management - in the Business Sector

Instructs Group

City & Guilds - Functional Skills Qualification

The City and Guilds of London Institute
Bournemouth, England

NCFE - Functional Skills Qualification - Mathematics

Northern Council of Further Education

NVQ Level 3 - Customer Service

LCCIEB Examinations Board

Diploma - Management

Northern Council of Further Education

Level 2 - Function Skills Qualification in Information and Communication

Northern Council of Further Education

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Work Ethic and Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • Resilience and Adaptability
  • Collaboration and Team work
  • Interpersonal Skills


Affiliations

  • I enjoy watching Football and Rugby and enjoy visiting new destinations on my holidays.

Timeline

Rail Community Officer

South Western Railway
08.2008 - Current

Travelsafe Officer

South West Trains
09.2005 - 08.2008

Revenue Protection Assistant

South West Trains
02.2003 - 09.2005

Various

Royal Mail - Post Office Counters
08.1988 - 02.2003

Advance Level Apprenticeship - Management - in the Business Sector

Instructs Group

City & Guilds - Functional Skills Qualification

The City and Guilds of London Institute

NCFE - Functional Skills Qualification - Mathematics

Northern Council of Further Education

NVQ Level 3 - Customer Service

LCCIEB Examinations Board

Diploma - Management

Northern Council of Further Education

Level 2 - Function Skills Qualification in Information and Communication

Northern Council of Further Education
Stuart Vatcher