Sharon Parkes
CFIOSH
Overview
Personal Profile
I am a dedicated Health and Safety professional Freelance Consultant - with a proven ability to drive positive safety cultures and delivering results under pressure. Whilst Passionate about creating safe working environments, I combine strong technical knowledge with excellent communication and leadership skills. I take pride in building trust and rapport with colleagues and clients, providing clear guidance, solutions and support.
I am Naturally proactive and forward-thinking, confident in my ability to challenge, adapt, and implement improvements that add value to both people and organisations. I hold the relevant qualifications that support my professional development and career progression. I am Skilled in planning, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing protective and preventative measures, whilst also committed to ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and safeguarding wellbeing across the workplace.
With a strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to work collaboratively or independently, I consistently deliver to tight timescales and maintain high professional standards. My goal is to continue developing my expertise while contributing to safe, efficient, and productive working environments.
Personal Skills
• Good communication acumen and active listening skills
• Time management, well organised and responsive
• Value individuals, open and honest
• Continuous improvement, capacity to learn
• Strong Teamwork skills, committed to developing self and others
• Problem solving, decision making and agreed actions
• Exceed expectations
Based In Stone Staffordshire covering Staffordshire / Cheshire Areas
Specialisms
| Topic | Years Experience |
|---|---|
| Falls from height | 17 |
| Asbestos | 17 |
| Hazardous Substances (COSHH) | 17 |
| First aid at work | 17 |
| Leadership | 17 |
| Carriage dangerous goods (DGSA) | 5 |
| Drugs and alcohol | 8 |
| Managing for health and safety | 17 |
| Risk management | 17 |
| Workplace health advice | 17 |
Work History
| Role | From - To | Job Title / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Health, Safety and Compliance | 03.2021 - today | • Developed and implemented H&S strategies aligned with business goals and evolving legislation |
| Regional Health and Safety Consultant / Senior Consultant | 04.2017 - 03.2021 | Croner – Consultancy Company based in Hinckley, Leicestershire. (Field Consultant) Provided support to the Regional Managing Consultant to ensure the effective management of H&S service delivery in respect of all SME clients within a defined geographical area. Managed a portfolio of clients and provided coaching and mentoring to team members. Introducing and supporting my team members with working smarter to improve service delivery and efficiency Regional Health and Safety Consultant (field) Provision of bespoke Health & Safety solutions to a wide range of sectors, including but not limited to warehousing, offices, construction, housing associations, care homes, vulnerable housing, childcare settings, schools, engineering, transport, and hauliers. Provision of bespoke Health & Safety solutions to a wide range of sectors, including but not limited to warehousing, offices, construction, housing associations, care homes, vulnerable housing, childcare settings, schools, engineering, transport, and hauliers. |
| Health and Safety Manager | 11.2015 - 04.2017 | • Developed and implemented H&S strategies aligned with business goals and evolving legislation |
| Health, Safety and Welfare Manager / Development Manager | 03.2008 - 11.2015 | Supported development and implementation of corporate H&S strategy, including risk assessments, action planning, monitoring, and review. |
Membership of Professional Bodies
| Professional Body | Membership | Member since | OSHCR Eligible Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOSH | Chartered Fellow (CFIOSH) | 04.2008 |
Qualifications
| Accrediting Institute | Type | Qualification | Date passed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOSH | Certificate | Chartered Fellow (CFIOSH | 08.2022 |
| Other | Diploma | Leadership and Management | 06.2015 |
Further Information
Certificates & Professional Memberships
IOSH Institution of Occupational Health and Safety - CFIOSH Chartered Fellow Member of IOSH
• CFIOSH - Chartered Fellow IOSH August 2022 - Health and Safety Professional
• CMIOSH – Chartered Achieved IOSH Sept 2015
• NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety Practice – Grad IOSH Member Dec 2011 • NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Nov 2010
• Controlling workplace hazards
• Management of Health and Safety –Tech IOSH April 2011
Fire Safety Risk Assessor
• FPA Fire Protection Association - C06 Fire Risk Assessment Certification April 2018
• FPA Fire Protection Association – C09 Fire Risk Assessment In Complex Buildings (residential) course Certification July 2019
• ASFP – Understanding Passive Fire Protection
SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme March 2023 – March 2028 for the Construction and Civil Engineering Industries
- CSCs Professionally Qualified Person - card held April 27
Leadership & Management
• Level 5 University Diploma in Leadership & Management Staffordshire University Graduated June 2015
Internal Auditing
• ISO 9001:15 Internal Auditor BSI Certification Feb 2017
Department of Transport
• DGSA Certification - Dangerous Good Safety Advisor Jan 2020 – Jan 25
Teacher Training
• PPTLS Preparing to Teach in the Long-life Learning Sector May 2012
• Experience on delivering training courses on Manual Handling; COSHH; ADR; WAH; Lone Working etc
Chartered Institute of Housing – Housing Practitioner CERT CIH CIOB
• CIOB CIH Level 2 Housing Maintenance 2008-2009
• CIOB CIH Level 3 Housing Maintenance 2010 (equivalent to an A level)
• NVQ Level 3 Customer Services 2008-2009
Other
• QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid At Work (RQF)
• Safeguarding Awareness & Mental Health Awareness Certificate – commitment and understanding, of safeguarding, DBS, and the welfare of vulnerable groups.
• Lead on achieving CHAS, Construction Line Gold, Social Value and PAS2030:19 Accreditations
• Assist and have an understanding on the Tender / Bid process / contracts for Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality Management, Social and Sustainability
• A clear understanding of Carbon Zero, attaining PAS2030:19 for my current employee, working alongside Retrofit Coordinator / Assessors
• Good knowledge of HR - Management of employees, safeguarding, DBS Lead and auditor