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England, United Kingdom

As the Lead Data and Information Coordinator for England's Water Company Environment Destination programmes, I spearhead advanced data solutions to meticulously assess and convey the efficacy of water company strategies in response to a dynamic climate. Collaborating with water companies and Environmental Agency (EA) Areas, I play a pivotal role in adapting abstraction profiles, ensuring the provision of more resilient water supplies for communities, industries, and the environment.In my capacity as the Lead Technical Specialist for England's Water Resources National Framework, I collaborate with consultants and partners to model the current state of the 2050 Water Resources environment. This strategic initiative empowers England's abstractors to proactively adapt to the evolving environmental landscape.Taking on the role of EA Operational Catchment Services Data Hub Lead, I lead a team of Water Resources Technical specialists in a self-help group. Together, we address day-to-day challenges with innovative technical solutions while also delivering comprehensive training and demonstrations.My expertise extends to coordinating colleagues in leveraging tools such as Excel, MS Access, GIS, and PowerBI, enabling us to conduct in-depth analyses of hydrology, water resources, and climate change data. This collaborative effort results in the creation of meaningful evidence highlighting the current impact of public water supply on the environment.

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

In my previous role as the Environmental Policy Lead for OFWAT's RAPID team, I played a key role in assessing strategic water resource options. Advising the RAPID team on the impacts of environmental legislation, I collaborated closely with regulators to ensure future supply options aligned with high standards, providing optimal value for customers and the environment.I coordinated the environmental assessment of water supply strategic resource options at RAPID gateways, overseeing water company submissions and regulator assessments to meet required standards.Leading the Regulatory Community Network, I addressed policy risks and issues hindering the progression of Strategic Resources Options (SRO’s) to meet future supply demands. As the RAPID Engagement Lead for the Grand Union Canal SRO, I collaborated with Severn Trent Water and Affinity Water, ensuring options aligned with customer and environmental interests through careful review of project expenditures and environmental impact evidence.I integrated inputs from the EA, Natural Resources Wales, and Natural England to consider tactical concerns in the light of a longer-term and strategic view, both nationally and regionally through the EA’s National Appraisal Unit.Additionally, I provided expert advice on SRO’s impacting chalk stream aquifers, ensuring thorough consideration of options to prevent further deterioration of these unique habitats.https://www.ofwat.gov.uk/regulated-companies/rapid/

Warrington, United Kingdom

Environment Agency (EA) - GMC Water Resources Business LeadLed the EA’s GMC Water Resources business since 2015, overseeing the EA’s GMC Area response to Drought Incidents during the 2018 and 2020 droughts.Managed and delivered the PR19 Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP), contributing to environmental sustainability.Served as EA GMC lead for regional planning, actively contributing to Water Resources West goals.Held the position of EA GMC lead for the National Framework, project managing the assessment of Strategic Resource Options.Led and coordinated the sustainable abstraction program for the EA’s GMC Area, emphasizing environmental protection.Analyzed and interpreted environmental data and systems to protect people and the environment.Managed key water resources revenue and capital projects, ensuring successful project completion.Acted as an advisor on Water Resources law and legislation for effective regulation.Key AccomplishmentsBusiness Continuity Manager for the EA during the COVID pandemic in 2020, ensuring smooth operations.Led water resources recovery efforts following the Todd Brook reservoir breach in 2019-20.Successfully protected the Environment Agency from legal challenges, showcasing regulatory compliance understanding.Delivered Restoring Sustainable Abstraction from water company abstraction in Cheshire in 2019.Project-managed the delivery of water company National Environment Programme during AMP 6 & 7.Key SkillsDemonstrated highly motivated, self-starter approach.Showcased strong leadership and motivational skills.Proved organizational and project management experience.Confident coach, mentor, and trainer in various technical and soft skills.Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.Gained incident management leadership experience from civil and military roles.

Global

TROOP COMMANDER, WARRANT OFFICER (CLASS 2) 2019 - 2021• Command and responsibility of the Motor Transport Troop including soldier management, career development, training and welfare. • Responsible for ensuring the movement of the unit through the deployment of transport assets. • Unit Bridge Commander responsible for the wide gap crossing capability of the unit including command of the build and logistics. Skilled in all the UK’s equipment bridges but specialising in Logistic Support Bridge. • Project manager of several Military Aid to the Civil Community (MACC) tasks including the refurbishment of a charity housing scheme and disabled children’s playground DEPLOYMENTSASO, AFGHANISTAN SEP 2010 – MAY 2011• Project manager of local civilian construction tasks e.g. Police Stations, Prisons, District Governors Centre and many more.• Intelligence gathering and reporting to provide technical engineering advice to higher command. • Working with international organisations such as the FCO, USAID, DFID, USMC, Afghan Government on the progress of civil development in Helmand Province.GIS TECHNICIAN, AFGHANISTAN NOV 2010 – APRIL 2011• GIS project manager of ‘OP TETHYS’ – a water resources project aimed at restoring the Helmand Canal System to provide water to the civilian population.• Reconnaissance gathering and reporting of data including the asset condition, geomorphology and survey data.• Created an asset systems geodatabase that presented and analysed data using GIS. Data were used to assist contract tender process with local Afghan construction firms to rehabilitate the canal back to its pre-conflict state.COMBAT ENGINEER, IRAQ 2003• Ground based engineer supporting construction tasks included police stations, hospitals, air field repair, roads etc.This multifaceted experience showcases my leadership, project management, and technical skills, demonstrating a track record of success in diverse and challenging environments.

National

Project Managed and provided technical support for a bespoke Oracle database, allocating a budget of £750k. The CSF database captures nationwide spatial information on Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) activities. Coordinated with Catchment Sensitive Farming Officers, overseeing the implementation of CSF practices and recording outcomes.Served as a technical intermediary between Natural England, The Environment Agency, and external consultants. Advised and directed on various systems and data held by different parties.Conducted detailed data analysis and reporting of CSF project data, utilizing tools such as MS Access, GIS, and Oracle. The final report, presented to DEFRA and the EU, contributes to European decision-making on agricultural policies.Provided guidance to various departments within the Evidence Directorate and the wider Environment Agency based on the analysis of CSF data.Offered technical advice and training to 90 Catchment Sensitive Farming Officers nationwide, including GIS systems training and data management.Introduced innovative ways of working with GIS systems, including 3D 'fly throughs' and geodatabases.Mentored existing evidence staff in data storage and GIS analysis and interpretation.Established shared ways of working between the Environment Agency and Natural England, facilitating the exchange of GIS spatial data.Continued involvement in Incident Management, providing geographic support during the 2013 Winter Floods. Supplied various geographic products and advice to manage and mitigate damage caused by flooding.Carried out the assignment in a dispersed team, demonstrating independence in setting workloads and objectives.Received an EA major award in recognition of contributions.

Warrington, United Kingdom

Strategic Water Resource Manager | North West RegionDrove strategic water resource management across the North West, achieving impactful outcomes for both people and the environment. Key contributions include:Water Licensing Advisor: Provided expert advice on water resource availability to internal and external stakeholders. Interpreted the latest data, offering guidance for water resource planning. Collaborated with utility companies, Natural England, Canal and River’s Trust, and internal teams.License Compliance and Enforcement: Identified failing abstractors, compiling evidence for operational teams in enforcement activities. Developed a tailored enforcement mapping system targeting high-risk abstractors.Drought Incident Planning and Management: Spearheaded the North West's response to drought, implementing legislative changes and crafting guidance for operational teams. Mentored teams on best practices, provided advice to businesses and partners, and addressed public inquiries.CAMs Project Manager: Led Catchment Abstraction Management Strategy (CAMs) projects, gathering raw data and modeling in various databases to assess water resource availability. Produced external-facing reports aligning with the latest policy and legislation, guiding businesses on EA policies (accessible on the EA’s external website).Project Manager, WFD Restoring Sustainable Abstraction (RSA) Investigations: Implemented diverse techniques to identify flow-failing rivers, exploring strategies to alter abstractions and mitigate damage.Geographic Data and Interpretation Advisor: Offered expertise in geographic data, including database creation, spatial data modeling, data analyses, and cartographic output for Environment and Business.Lead Coordinator, NW Virtual GIS Group: Headed the coordination of the NW virtual GIS group, providing coaching, guidance, and mentoring in GIS and data management techniques.

Warrington, United Kingdom

Flood Incident Management OfficerManaged the delivery of Flood Warning Area implementation plans, establishing new geographic areas vulnerable to flooding for timely public warnings. Provided comprehensive training on flood incident procedures and systems, including Flood Warnings Direct, North East and West Telemetry, Hydrological Radar, and GIS Tools.Conducted topographic surveys using GPS, GIS, and leveling. Created Geodatabases for regional staff, such as the Incident Contacts and Professional Partners Database (ICPP) and Flood Warning, Incidents, and Photomap Geodatabase (FWIP). Received an EA major recognition award for the FWIP database.Managed, analyzed, and reported GIS systems and data within Flood Incident Management, encompassing mapping, spatial analysis, database reporting, and data custodianship.Led FIM IT projects, including Future Thresholds for modeling flood occurrences, mapping new Flood Warning Areas, and defining innovative incident mapping tools.Engaged with Professional Partners, advising on the EA’s flood warning service during Gold Incident Command with Local Authorities, MP’s, and category 1 responders. Served as a Liaison Officer with at-risk communities, offering guidance, warnings, and advice, establishing local networking groups, and building community trust through initiatives like local resilience forums.

Warrington

Water Resources Modelling, United Utilities Network Model Maintenance Framework Oct 2007 – June 2008• Water resource modelling for United Utilities DMA's using SynerGEE mains water distribution models. Models updated using latest GIS data, information merged from clean water mains models as well as raw data gathered from field tests.• Responsible for the planning and delivery of raw data acquisition including the design of field tests using GIS, surveying using GPS and level, installing and retrieving data logging equipment and processing raw flow and level data.