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A seasoned professional with a distinguished career in quality management, and training delivery. With expertise spanning course design, training delivery, and quality control, I have honed my skills in navigating complex organisational landscapes and driving transformative change. Each role has equipped me with invaluable insights into operational excellence, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have a relentless commitment to excellence, and continuous learning that continually drives me to deliver impactful results, including recently leading the elevation of Joint Aviation Institute from high-risk to low-risk accreditation status within 12 months.…A seasoned professional with a distinguished career in quality management, and training delivery. With expertise spanning course design, training delivery, and quality control, I have honed my skills in navigating complex organisational landscapes and driving transformative change. Each role has equipped me with invaluable insights into operational excellence, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have a relentless commitment to excellence, and continuous learning that continually drives me to deliver impactful results, including recently leading the elevation of Joint Aviation Institute from high-risk to low-risk accreditation status within 12 months.

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A seasoned professional with a distinguished career in quality management, and training delivery. With expertise spanning course design, training delivery, and quality control, I have honed my skills in navigating complex organisational landscapes and driving transformative change. Each role has equipped me with invaluable insights into operational excellence, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have a relentless commitment to excellence, and continuous learning that continually drives me to deliver impactful results, including recently leading the elevation of Joint Aviation Institute from high-risk to low-risk accreditation status within 12 months.…A seasoned professional with a distinguished career in quality management, and training delivery. With expertise spanning course design, training delivery, and quality control, I have honed my skills in navigating complex organisational landscapes and driving transformative change. Each role has equipped me with invaluable insights into operational excellence, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have a relentless commitment to excellence, and continuous learning that continually drives me to deliver impactful results, including recently leading the elevation of Joint Aviation Institute from high-risk to low-risk accreditation status within 12 months.

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A seasoned professional with a distinguished career in quality management, and training delivery. With expertise spanning course design, training delivery, and quality control, I have honed my skills in navigating complex organisational landscapes and driving transformative change.

Each role has equipped me with invaluable insights into operational excellence, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have a relentless commitment to excellence, and continuous learning that continually drives me to deliver impactful results, including recently leading the elevation of Joint Aviation Institute from high-risk to low-risk accreditation status within 12 months.

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English

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Work Experience

SAT IV Team Lead – Internal Validator | Course Design – Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) at Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL)

March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2026

Oversee SAT Quality Control/Assurance and awarding civilian accredited qualifications within the UAE Defence Sector; plan training assessments; validate methodologies; deliver soft skill training; manage internal quality processes; supervise assessors; ensure assessment fairness and validity. As Quality Lead for the Joint Aviation Institute, collaborate with External Quality Assurance (EQA) from the Ministry of Defence to secure low-risk approval from the National Qualification Centre (NQC). Produce annual validation plans; standardise processes; revitalise ATP status; lead transformation to low-risk accreditation.

Design Consultant/Trainer at Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL) – EDGE / UAE Defence Sector

August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2021

Delivered soft skills training; produced SAT-compliant Course Training Plans; liaised with UAE Defence Sector to ensure alignment with SAT standards; expanded training team and provided mentorship; acted as SAT subject matter expert.

Military Contract Officer / Instructional Course Designer at GHQ, Abu Dhabi, UAE

April 1, 2008 - June 1, 2014

Advised on UAE SAT issues; ensured compliance at all stages; collaborated with the Training Development Section; mentored Emirati course designers; instructed young officers on training management; developed Course Training Plans; aligned with KPIs and NOS.

Career Development Trainer at Forward Training Partnership Ltd.

January 1, 2008 - March 1, 2008

Provided personalised training and career guidance to young adults, fostering growth and workforce readiness.

Training Development Analyst at HQ Infantry, Warminster, UK

April 1, 2004 - December 1, 2007

Refined Training Performance Statements; developed Course Training Plans adhering to UAE SAT standards; mentored instructors; delivered induction and software training; aligned training with KPI targets.

Infantry Soldier / Communications Specialist / Facilities Manager at British Army

January 1, 1986 - April 1, 2004

progressed from Infantry Parachutist to tactical battlefield communications roles; served as a Communications Information Systems Instructor; Equipment Manager supporting up to 650 personnel; later as Facilities Manager overseeing operations and logistics for 120 staff.