In current role responsible for the continuous improvement, management and development of Virgin Active facilities, H&S protocols, safety and security systems. Covering 5 regions and 141 sites, as well as Namibia and Botswana.Management team (direct reports) includes: - National H&S Manager- Head of Maintenance & Engineering- National Construction & Refurbishment Manager- Head of Property Projects- National Property CoordinatorImplementation of safety management systems in new clubs Provision of guidance and recommendations during club refurbishments and new club openings, in terms of H&S and layout strategiesBoard presentations on country risk management strategiesOversight of recruitment and staff development operations and H&SOversight of security systems and insurance coverage (public liability, Asset/ Business Interruption, Commercial Crime, Medical Malpractice, Cyber Liability and Travel)Executive member of African Operating BoardChair National Health & Safety meetings

Responsible for the Health and Safety, Maintenance and Engineering, Construction and Capex projects across 140 sites.

Responsible for H&S matters across the country, staff management, training and development.

Appointed to ensure all 20 Virgin Active sites were fully compliant with H&S legislation.Implemented and maintained safety management strategies, systems and protocols.Provided training to staff and management, as well as advisory line to facilities and maintenance depts.Responsible for quarterly H&S audits, achieving 'Top Region' for two consecutive years.

Responsible for club management, business growth and H&S across clubs in Croydon, East Dorset and Epsom.

Feb 2005 to Nov 2006 - Key Operations Manager Oversaw implementation of health management system across 5 health clubs in the Holmes Place group.Responsible for induction and training of new operational managers.H&S audits to manage club progressDec 2003 to Feb 2005 - Operational ManagerJoined Holmes Place as a Graduate Trainee Manager. Promoted to Operational Manager in Nov 2004.* Holmes Place group was acquired by Virgin Active in 2006