David Baird Email & Phone Number

An experienced, motivated and highly capable professional with a strong background in managing operations with budgetary control.Possesses strong leadership, motivational and interpersonal skills with extensive experience of managing staff development and performance. NEBOSH qualified and previously responsible for company-wide Health and Safety. Strong planning and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Proven experience in problem solving and reaching innovative solutions.LeadershipDiploma in Leadership from Institute of Leadership and ManagementTrack record of inspiring and motivating staff. Leads by example to engage employees and encourage collaborative working. Experienced manager in both military and civilian environments whilst maintaining the ability to work effectively as a team member. Personnel Management and Development Managed the training, development and performance of operations staff to ensure an environment of cohesion in fast paced factory surroundings. Led successful company recruitment while ensuring a positive candidate experience.Managed employee performance and development formally and informally, including regular 1:1s. Led grievance and disciplinary procedures.Health and Safety NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety awarded with Credit.In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and subsequent regulations. Responsible for creating, implementing and managing a Health & Safety Management System to facilitate the controlling of workplace hazards including regular toolbox talks.Human Factors training - Management of Occupational and Major Hazard Safety.Project Management Prince 2 Practitioner with extensive experience in delivering and implementing large and small scale projects including leading on the construction of a mill and silo development with CDM.Experience in leading change management projects involving operational change and workforce restructure.Communication and Networking Worked with all operations staff to create an environment where good communications facilitate a teamworking ethos. Interdepartmental collaboration to deliver excellent quality and service on plan and budget.Extensive IT skills including Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel. Overseas Military Liaison Officer working with foreign forces with responsibility of ensuring cohesion. Demonstrated strategic planning, crisis management and cultural sensitivity to achieve optimum results.

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  Edinburgh Napier University

  Sports And Exercise Science