David Wilson MCMI

Transportation Manager at Tarff Valley

Gatehouse Of Fleet, Scotland, United Kingdom

About

Strong leader with a passion for health & safety, adept at managing, developing and motivating teams to achieve objectives. Analytical thinker capable of quickly and logically assessing risk. Skilled in planning, organising and prioritising workloads in order to meet tight deadlines. Excellent communicator with good influencing skills. Eager to learn new skills.

Experience

  • Transportation Manager at Tarff Valley
    Jun 2026 - Present · 2 mos

  • Recruitment Operations Manager at Capita
    Mar 2023 - Jun 2026 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Operations Manager for Army Recruiting in SW England. Responsibilities include development and coaching/mentoring of team members, identification and implementation of best practice, driving performance and analysis of data to inform future planning and strategy.

  • Training Business Partner (Apprenticeships) at Gregory Distribution
    Feb 2021 - Mar 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Responsible for delivery of all aspects of LGV Apprenticeship training. Conduct of continuation training for existing driving staff. Advisor on the development of existing and new safe systems of work within area of expertise. Maintenance of documentation relating to apprenticeships. Assessor for Module 3a of the LGV practical driving test.

  • HM Forces (24 yrs 1 mo)
    • SPSI (Warrant Officer)
      Aug 2014 - Feb 2021 · 6 yrs 7 mos

      Co-ordination and facilitation of training to include training needs analysis, development of training programs and training delivery. Career manager for Reservist Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Resourcing of training facilities and equipment. Employer engagement and liaison on behalf of Reservists. Inspection and maintenance of lifting equipment. Provision and co-ordination of recovery support.

    • Recruiting Manager/Careers Advisor
      Mar 2011 - Feb 2021 · 10 yrs

      Recruiter and careers advisor engaging in outreach activities with local schools and colleges in order to sell the Army as a career of first choice. Manager of applications responsible for psychometric testing, interviewing and matching the candidate to the job most suited to their abilities and interests.

    • Recovery Mechanic
      Feb 1997 - Feb 2021 · 24 yrs 1 mo

      Recovery Mechanic of 18 years specialising in heavy recovery. Experience varies from standard roadside breakdown to the safe recovery of heavily battle damaged equipment under testing conditions. Delivery of training to subordinates.