John Backhouse

Having returned to the United Kingdom, after 14 years in New Zealand, I wish to secure a challenging position in a management environment, which demands the dedication and the application of knowledge and experience and a “can do” attitude; that offers the scope for professional growth and development, mentor others, in a stimulating and interactive atmosphere.

I completed an apprenticeship; served in the Army as soldier and an Officer; and developed and ran my own businesses, employing up to 27 staff.  In the past 14 years I have worked for both National and International businesses, in manufacturing management, LEAN implementation, reactive and preventative maintenance, engineering and project management.  I come from and engineering / manufacturing background, with over 20 years of experience implementing LEAN, Continuous Improvement and project management.

SECONDARY & TERTIARY EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Combined Studies (Metallurgy)  2:1

City & Guilds Advanced Welding Technology NVQ 4 – Distinction (3)

GSE “O” Level                                        

English; Mathematics; Physics; Chemistry; Biology

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING:

Working Heights Certificate

Confined Space Certificate

Gantry Certification

Diploma in Operations Management

Team Building & Functional Leadership Course

Workplace Health & Safety Course (2015) Hazard ID, Risk Assessment, Workplace Safety

Patchell Industries - Enhanced Leadership 

St John’s First Aider 

Fire Extinguisher Training Certificate

HSNO Approved Handler Test Certificate (Hazardous Substances & New Organisms)

Diploma in Competitive Manufacturing (LEAN)

Competitive Manufacturing Enhanced Leadership Course

Shop Floor Best Practice Workshop (LEAN)

CIPS (Continuous Improvement Production System)

Coverdale Project Management Course

Coverdale / Whitbread’s Business Management Courses 

Advanced Wines & Spirits Trust Examinations

Military qualified in the Marksmanship and Safety of Small Arm Weaponry 

RMAS Military Training