Wakefield, England, United Kingdom
I’m a qualified Mountain Leader working freelance as a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award instructor and assessor, delivering outdoor education and multi-day hillwalking expeditions across the UK and Ireland. My work centres on leading young people safely through challenging upland environments while building confidence, resilience, and teamwork. I specialise in navigation training, group management in remote terrain, and dynamic risk assessment in variable mountain weather. I regularly operate in exposed conditions where sound judgement, calm decision-making, and clear communication are essential. Alongside my outdoor work, I bring a practical background in carpentry and joinery and long experience managing logistics and teams in other industries. This gives me a strong, hands-on approach to problem-solving and planning in the field. I’m always interested in connecting with outdoor education providers, instructors, and organisations working in youth development and expedition leadership.
Course Director & Senior Instructor — Outdoor Leadership & Youth Development Experienced in delivering Duke of Edinburgh Award and Gaisce programmes, with strong skills in navigation training, first aid, and supervising teenagers both remotely and in-person. Proven team leader adept at managing a team of instructors across challenging mountainous terrain in the UK and Ireland. Skilled in logistics coordination, liaising with client school staff, and addressing teenage development and behavioural issues to ensure a safe, engaging, and educational outdoor experience.
Carpenter / Joiner Self-employed | Sep 2016 – Present (9 years) Wakefield, Dublin, Leeds Installation and repair of fire doors and frames Construction of garden furniture, gates, and canopies Fitting and maintenance of fascia and soffit Trimming and fitting internal doors Kitchen fitting and cabinetry work Boxing in and stud wall construction Installation and adjustment of locks
Band Manager Self-employed | Sep 1992 – Present (33 years) Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland Organise and manage international tours across South America, Russia, Europe, and Australia, including securing visas and handling travel logistics Negotiate contracts and record deals with labels, promoters, and venues Liaise with PR teams to coordinate publicity, media campaigns, and promotional activities Oversee recording sessions, rehearsals, and all creative processes to ensure smooth production Manage a small team of crew and support staff, ensuring effective communication and coordination Handle venue hire, event promotion, and audience engagement to maximise turnout Manage a rehearsal space in Dublin, including rental agreements, billing, insurance, client relations, and upkeep of facilities Arrange merchandise production overseas and manage distribution for local markets Coordinate transport, accommodation, and logistics for the band and crew Oversee budgets for tours, operations, and merchandise to ensure financial control and cost-effectiveness
machining, joinery, manufacture of fire doors
manufacture of radiator covers, shield back mahogony chairs, antique restoration, onsite fitting and deliveries, and bespoke pieces as needed