Dynamic, results driven facilities management professional with transferable skills acquired in the private and public sectors. Leads and co-ordinates mission critical projects to solution delivery within time and cost, maintaining high standards. Communicates effectively at all levels and manages technical and non-technical services. Possesses an extensive knowledge of operations within a multi-disciplined mechanical engineering environment. CORE COMPETENCIES and ACHIEVEMENTS Accomplished at managing a portfolio of properties for University of Oxford that included Grade II listed buildings and modern properties. Adeptly project managed refurbishments totalling £3m and advised on neighbouring new buildings at circa £13m. Demonstrated planning and organisational acumen on a £1m refurbishment of a listed building whilst occupied to assist in developing an IRC for Nanotechnology in the heart of Oxford for the University of Oxford. Purchased then managed Key Residential Lettings and increased brand visibility through advertising and improved working practices. During just 18 months total business turnover grew by 30% pa and company value increased by an impressive 300%. Resolved issues on a client facing helpdesk and Technical Support team for eight clients and 2,500 customers on a four square mile site. This allowed the helpdesk to identify technical needs, thereby meeting agreed performance criteria. Took control of Rapier Ace’s computerised maintenance system and resolved operational issues assisted by a dedicated team. System information ensured that maintenance for the UKAEA (Atomic Energy Authority) attained cost and quality expectations.

Account Manager @ Account Manager managing a prestige petrochemical estate covering a 10 Hectare site. Responsible for all aspects of a total facilities management contract including all mechanical, electrical and civil roles encompassing all aspects of hard and soft services including grounds, catering, security with a team of 50 direct and indirect staff. Overall responsibility for a quality service in line with agreed SLA's and KPI's, financial performance of a budget circa £3m, training of staff to include apprentices and ensure statutory compliance. Providing leadership on all matters including contract review meetings and Health & Safety. From June 2013 to Present (2 years 5 months) Facilities Manager @ Fully responsible for six multi disciplined research and teaching properties within Department of Materials, located across the city centre. Managed all non-core business activities, inclusive of hard and soft services via a dedicated team of technicians and procured external contractors for outsourced activities. Specified and project managed all refurbishment and change of use building works. Oversaw electrical rewires of fully occupied buildings, both in a listed building and a multi-million pound electron microscope facility. Spearheaded multiple installations of DDA infrastructure to four diverse buildings to deliver disabled access. Member of Health & Safety, IT and Safety & Security committees; a trained First Aider. From April 2002 to June 2013 (11 years 3 months) Managing Director @ Managed the lettings agency with 70 properties and completed financial transactions such as rent collection of £500K pa. Ensured compliance with current legislation and kept all properties fully maintained to an optimal standard. Offered a 24/7 tenant service for emergencies and advised on matters related to the letting of rented accommodation. From April 2000 to April 2002 (2 years 1 month) Facilities Manager @ Overall management control for Benefits Agency buildings in Slough, Bracknell, Reading, Twickenham and Newbury. Arranged provision of all non-core business activities, including mechanical, electrical and civil work. Responsible for security, cleaners, post room, grounds and catering, and Health & Safety compliance for 450 people. Principal point of contact in all building matters, such as leasing and community impact. From April 1999 to April 2000 (1 year 1 month) Senior Site Engineer @ I served my Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship here and continued to progress through the ranks in a variety of positions From September 1979 to November 1998 (19 years 3 months) Harwell, Oxfordshire

HNC, Mechanical Engineering, HNC in Mechanical & Production Engineering @ United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority From 1979 to 1983 Simon Aldworth MBIFM is skilled in: Health & Safety Officer, Facilities Management, Project Management, Mechanical Engineer, Contract Management, Maintenance Management, Energy Management, Property Management, Budget Monitoring, Change Management, IT Consultant, Churns, HVAC, Heating & Installation, Air Compressors, Security, Contract Cleaning, Catering, Listed Buildings, Disabled Access, Reception Areas, Procurement Outsourcing, Procurement, Facilities Operations, Budgets, Operations Management, Building Services, Energy Efficiency, Project Planning