Championing the climate change adaptation agenda within a large local authority, I have developed an innovative risk-management based approach to climate adaptation, working closely with a broad range of partners and stakeholders. I have a range of experience in commissioning and project management, including with the Met Office and in policy formation and strategy development including the response to the Flood and Water Management Act and to other government-led initiatives. I have led on… Show more Championing the climate change adaptation agenda within a large local authority, I have developed an innovative risk-management based approach to climate adaptation, working closely with a broad range of partners and stakeholders. I have a range of experience in commissioning and project management, including with the Met Office and in policy formation and strategy development including the response to the Flood and Water Management Act and to other government-led initiatives. I have led on successful funding applications, presented to a wide range of audiences and led community engagement and stakeholder dialogue on a range of challenging topics from renewable energy to the changing coastline. Show less

Development, delivery and audit of the Environmental Management and Audit Scheme and climate change training to officers and elected members. Responsible for both the mitigation and adaptation roles across the local authority. Web and communications campaign development including 'Big Switch Off' and 'Climate Change Pledge'. Led consultations with the Local Strategic Partnership and worked closely with the regional Government office.

Responsible for the project management of a new (SAP) stock management system rollout to over 30 B&Q stores across Southern England. This involved - writing training material and delivering training to all store staff and management. - managing the in store preparation and transition between stock management systems - system development and user acceptance testing