I am David Green, with a background in, church ministry, geotechnical engineering and mental health. I have spent over two decades in engineering, consulting, and safety-critical advisory roles, and more recently in frontline ministry, safeguarding, and voluntary chaplaincy work. I combine technical rigor with pastoral care, governance, and a passion for making complex information accessible. In addition to church and community work, I have trained for AI language-model projects, mentored others, and enjoy writing for diverse audiences. I seek roles that blend care, leadership, and clear communication to support people and organisations.

David Green

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I am David Green, with a background in, church ministry, geotechnical engineering and mental health. I have spent over two decades in engineering, consulting, and safety-critical advisory roles, and more recently in frontline ministry, safeguarding, and voluntary chaplaincy work. I combine technical rigor with pastoral care, governance, and a passion for making complex information accessible. In addition to church and community work, I have trained for AI language-model projects, mentored others, and enjoy writing for diverse audiences. I seek roles that blend care, leadership, and clear communication to support people and organisations.

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I am David Green, with a background in, church ministry, geotechnical engineering and mental health. I have spent over two decades in engineering, consulting, and safety-critical advisory roles, and more recently in frontline ministry, safeguarding, and voluntary chaplaincy work. I combine technical rigor with pastoral care, governance, and a passion for making complex information accessible.

In addition to church and community work, I have trained for AI language-model projects, mentored others, and enjoy writing for diverse audiences. I seek roles that blend care, leadership, and clear communication to support people and organisations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Complaints Panel Member at BABCP
April 1, 2023 - Present
Independent panel member for BABCP complaint panels determining whether complaints meet criteria for further investigation; regular chairing of Complaints Screening panels, CCID panels, Interim Suspension panels and Appeals panels.
Artificial Intelligence Large Language Model Trainer at Self-employed
November 1, 2025 - Present
Projects for two client companies involving data annotation for training LLMs; online data analysis and mapping tasks drawing on geological and online map-editing experience; assessed as competent to train LLMs across multiple domains including theology, mental health, privacy and crisis-sensitive content; also provides voice-over material for model refinement.
Bank Healthcare Support Worker at Elysium Healthcare
September 1, 2024 - Present
Healthcare Support Worker in a locked rehabilitation unit for predominantly women with personality disorders and/or complex mental health needs; 1:1 observation; supports Occupational Therapy; accompanies patients on trips; trained in basic life support; intervenes in high-risk self-harm incidents.
Faith Workers Assistant Branch Secretary at Community Union
April 1, 2023 - Present
Voluntary role supporting the Faith Workers Branch Secretary; provides ‘roving rep’ coverage to offer occasional support and representation in different workplaces.
Senior Waterways Chaplain at Waterways Chaplaincy / Church Army
October 1, 2023 - Present
Voluntary role supervising other chaplains for a Derbyshire & Peak District Hub; provides pastoral care to boaters and canal users; assists with reasonable-adjustment forms for Canal and River Trust; signposts to benefits.
Waterways Chaplaincy Project Board Member at Church Army
September 1, 2024 - Present
Voluntary non-executive board member representing chaplaincy; governance and policy decisions on safety, safeguarding, and financial matters.
Support Worker at Derbyshire Mind
July 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024
Part-time Crisis Support Drop-In worker providing non-clinical listening and signposting; NHS safeguarding training (Levels 1 & 2); based in the Zink Project foodbank and employability service.
Assistant Curate at The Longnor Benefice, Diocese of Lichfield
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Assistant Curate to a benefice of seven rural churches; led funerals (approx. 50 to date) and provided pastoral care; occasional PCC leadership; safeguarding and schools engagement; public speaking and preaching.
Ordinand at Ripon College Cuddesdon / The Church of England
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Residential ordination training; extended NHS Mental Health placement; involvement in pastoral care, street ministry, and community service projects.
Senior Engineering Geologist at AECOM
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2017
Progressed through roles to Senior Engineering Geologist; provided safety-critical geotechnical advice to Network Rail and Highways authorities; leadership of junior staff; written risk assessments and earthworks design; guided projects in railways, highways, waterways and energy sectors.
Volunteer Chaplain at Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
October 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Volunteer chaplain for retained firefighters; adheres to Nolan Principles; provides spiritual and pastoral support.
School Governor at Hollinsclough Academy, Staffordshire
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Member of local governing body; governance responsibilities within multi-academy setup.
Assistant Churchwarden at St Chad’s Church Woodseats, Sheffield
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Co-opted PCC member; led Pilgrim Course across four churches; governance and pastoral support.

Education

BTEC Professional Award in Complaints Handling and Investigations at Bond Solon (accredited by Pearson)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
BA Theology, Ministry and Mission (Ordinary Degree) at Durham University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023
MSc Geotechnical Engineering (Commendation) at Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
BSc Geological Sciences (2:2) at The University of Leeds
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
A Levels at High Storrs School, Sheffield
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998
GCSEs at High Storrs School, Sheffield
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Leadership Safeguarding, Diocese of Sheffield
May 1, 2024 - December 15, 2025
Safeguarding Training (Adults and Children) Elysium Healthcare
September 1, 2025 - December 15, 2025
Safeguarding Training (Nur / L1 & L2 NHS) (Derbyshire Mind / NHS)
January 1, 2023 - December 15, 2025
Volunteer Chaplain Training
October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Listening Course (non-accredited)
May 1, 2019 - December 15, 2025
Death, Dying and Bereavement Themed Study Week
January 1, 2019 - December 15, 2025
Mental Health Placement – Warneford Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
October 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
NHS Safeguarding Training (L1 & L2)
January 1, 2023 - December 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment