1. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, adaptable, initiative and pro-active skills, Organisational Skills, Knows People Possesses the ambition to accept responsibility for any task presented to him, Problem Solving, Training Plans, Training Analysis, Management of Return on Investment, ROI, Thorough (Record Keeping), Management and Facilitation of Change, Driven, Strong Work Ethic, Direct, Approachable, Sympathetic, Empathic, Management of Change, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Accountability public speaking and persuasive skills improve employee performance and productivity within the business, highly effective feedback process, e-learning, Worked with management to develop training plan and budget, Developing procedures, the ability to relate to staff at all levels, good influencing and negotiating skills, traditional and technological means of training, Ability to proactively appraise effectiveness of training courses , natural leadership, initiative, pro-active skills, ambition, responsibility, multinational, Member and Engineering Technician of the Institution of Royal Engineers, Problem Solving, Presentation and Communication Skills (written and oral), Procurement, liaison, Recruitment, Termination, downsizing, Team Building Training, personnel database, EN ISO 9001/2000, Appraisal Scheme,
procedure
James Andrew Parker
Phone: +971 (0) 55 68 100 E-mail: parker.j.workemail@gmail.com LinkedIn Profile: James Parker
Warehousing, Logistics, Operations, Design
I am a graduate engineer, with skills in computer aided product design. I have a varied experience having worked in
Project Management, Logistics, Architectural 3D walkthrough Layouts and quality control. I have worked in a power
station, Heavy transportation industries, sports complexes and technical offices.
I am self-motivated, outgoing and have the ability to quickly adapt to new environments, working with new people and I
look forward to the challenge of problem solving and system development by incorporating new ideas.
I am searching for a challenging position with long term career prospects, I am ready and able to accept responsibility and
capable of working to a deadline. I have experience of working with customers, contractors and client’s engineers.
Skills
Strategic Management Formulating & implementing strategic training plans to align with business strategies
Staff Evaluation Thorough assessment of employee abilities to accurately identify their qualities
Personnel Development Facilitates the ongoing personal development and nurturing of new skills in all staff
People Management Strong motivation and mentoring of individuals to build cohesive, productive teams
Project Management Ensuring projects are kept within timeline parameters and completed on time
Target Achievement A completer / finisher thriving under pressure and retaining a keen eye for detail
Communication Exemplary presentation, communication and coaching skills
IT Literacy Excellent IT knowledge with the ambition to apply new technologies
Selected Career Achievements
 Working In the Crown Prince Of Dubai’s Office
 Working directly for the Royal Family of Dubai
 Working in Sharjah Power station on a large project
 Working for one of the largest container shipping companies in the world
Career History
January 2016 – July 2016 : Ithara Group
Quality Manager
Brought in to sort out and organize warehousing and logistics issues originally then proceeding on to operations co-
ordination.
• Took command of the current warehousing situation, evaluated the competency of current staff, removed some
staff and employed better staff for the job.
• Input location plans for warehouses
• Wrote job descriptions for warehousing staff and trained them to complete their roles within the Warehouse.
• Improved communication internally between warehousing and incoming/outgoing goods,
• Preparation procedures and delivery procedures
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2. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, adaptable, initiative and pro-active skills, Organisational Skills, Knows People Possesses the ambition to accept responsibility for any task presented to him, Problem Solving, Training Plans, Training Analysis, Management of Return on Investment, ROI, Thorough (Record Keeping), Management and Facilitation of Change, Driven, Strong Work Ethic, Direct, Approachable, Sympathetic, Empathic, Management of Change, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Accountability public speaking and persuasive skills improve employee performance and productivity within the business, highly effective feedback process, e-learning, Worked with management to develop training plan and budget, Developing procedures, the ability to relate to staff at all levels, good influencing and negotiating skills, traditional and technological means of training, Ability to proactively appraise effectiveness of training courses , natural leadership, initiative, pro-active skills, ambition, responsibility, multinational, Member and Engineering Technician of the Institution of Royal Engineers, Problem Solving, Presentation and Communication Skills (written and oral), Procurement, liaison, Recruitment, Termination, downsizing, Team Building Training, personnel database, EN ISO 9001/2000, Appraisal Scheme,
procedure
Key Achievements
 Dramatic improvement with stock control, incoming and outgoing goods
 Improved technical format and paperwork internally
January 2014 – September 2015 - Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex & His Highness the Crown Prince of Dubai’s Office
Store and maintenance logistics coordinator
• Store Room :Designed layout plan for a brand new building, obtained 3 quotations, project managed contractors
for racking system and then itemized location plan and day to day running of the store
• House-keeping: carried out external areas cleaning, reporting of damaged items and any safety issues to relevant
departments. Housekeeping staff would also assist other departments running errands, heavy lifting, laundry room
routines.
• Maintenance Department: Routine and breakdown maintenance throughout the complex. All main breakdowns or
damages were sent out to companies with warranties or subcontractors brought in to make repairs.
• Cleaning Department: Cleaning of the entire arena, internal and externals, including bathrooms, toilets, kitchens
and cafeterias.
• Dealing day to day with staff issues, rotas, holidays, monthly stock)
• Events Layout Designer: Working alongside other colleagues to design 2D security layouts, fire exit plans, staff
locations for the complex.
Key Achievements
 I worked alongside the Sports Complex Director to design 3D images for 2014/15 Ramadan sports tournaments,
including greatly detailed 3D images for the running/cycling registration and starting point and finishing areas
 Assisting in the successful running of the Ramadan Tournaments 2014/2015
Transferred internally to His Highness the Crown Prince of Dubai’s Office: 3D concept Design and visualization
Department
• Working alongside interior designers, architects, and AutoCAD draftsman to provide a 3D representation of
building interiors/exteriors, landscapes, BBQ units and other such design-to-fit units.
• Working on a short deadline to provide good quality renders to clients
• Providing a number of design ideas from the original idea to give variation to the client.
• Travelling to site to get layout photographs and perspective views to better understand the concept
• Building a virtual library of concepts and materials.
2011 – 2013 Gulftainer, Momentum Logistics, Gulf Container Repair Department
trainee/supervisor
Working for one of the largest Shipping and Logistics companies in the Middle East. I worked with all areas of container
repair from reefer repairs, standard dry unit, and open tops. I was also involved in container conversions and buying and
selling of containers.
 Managed, developed and controlled a work force of 10 men
• Day to day organisation and running of the depot included, checking the site (cleanliness and QHSE Issues),
designating jobs for the day and prioritising tasks.
• While continuing with daily estimates, inspections and container repairs it was my task to improve the site, such
as making material and tooling stores, a covered workshop area, AC cooled staff room, improved depot layout,
and planning a new electric system because the old one kept having faults/power shorts
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3. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, adaptable, initiative and pro-active skills, Organisational Skills, Knows People Possesses the ambition to accept responsibility for any task presented to him, Problem Solving, Training Plans, Training Analysis, Management of Return on Investment, ROI, Thorough (Record Keeping), Management and Facilitation of Change, Driven, Strong Work Ethic, Direct, Approachable, Sympathetic, Empathic, Management of Change, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Accountability public speaking and persuasive skills improve employee performance and productivity within the business, highly effective feedback process, e-learning, Worked with management to develop training plan and budget, Developing procedures, the ability to relate to staff at all levels, good influencing and negotiating skills, traditional and technological means of training, Ability to proactively appraise effectiveness of training courses , natural leadership, initiative, pro-active skills, ambition, responsibility, multinational, Member and Engineering Technician of the Institution of Royal Engineers, Problem Solving, Presentation and Communication Skills (written and oral), Procurement, liaison, Recruitment, Termination, downsizing, Team Building Training, personnel database, EN ISO 9001/2000, Appraisal Scheme,
procedure
• I also worked on planning new site areas for proposals to secure new depots by visiting sites, taking photos and
measurements, finding costs from companies for structures, flooring, electrics, water and drainage systems.
Key Achievements
 I also learned about the computer system that they were using in our department and was the main instigator in
changing and improving the Process Map which was approved by an external auditor assisting in the securing of
ISO’s for the company.
 A main part of my job was dealing with and assisting the Quality Health and Safety Department by carrying out site
checks, performing toolbox talks when required, educating staff on safety issues and correcting observations or non-
conformities..
With a small container repair depot we managed to provide a workforce for 2 other departments which were newly started,
the container conversion department and Airport Pallet Repair department supplied us with plenty of work and new
experiences. Learning on the job how to inspect, estimate and repair damaged airport pallets of different types as well as
constructing high quality converted units from standard shipping containers. With the added volume of work control of
stock and supply of material had to be meticulously monitored to ensure that employees had exactly what they needed at
all times to complete their work.
Earlier Career
Bar & Waiting Staff Vodka Revolutions 2010 – 2011
Project Development Engineer Leading Edge Technologies 2009 - 2009
Office Manager ProjeX 2006 - 2006
Bar and Waiting Staff Yates Wine Lodge, Taunton 2005 - 2005
Bar and Waiting Staff Millers Wine Bar and Restaurant 2005 - 2005
Education
Graduated Nottingham Trent University: Computer Aided Product Design and realisation Bachelor of Science Bsc
Kings College, Taunton: 10 GCSE’s / 3 AS levels/ 3 A Levels
Personal Achievement
International Rugby CAP for United Arab Emirates vs Singapore
Management Board – East Coast Bulls Rugby Team
Management Board - Ras Al Khamiah Goats Rugby Club
Advanced PADI Diver / Underwater Photographer
PADI SCUBA DIVER INSTRUCTOR
References
Nad Al Sheba Reference:
Zane Holt: Email: Mobile Number:
Sports Complex Director: holt.zane@gmail.com 00971 50 552 2650
Gulftainer Reference :
Christopher Walker Email : Mobile Number
Momentum Logistocs GCR Manager C.Walker@momentumlogistics.ae 050 633 8965
Further References on request
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