Two aspects:
1. Experienced weather forecaster since 1987: shift Meteorologist working in a range of sectors incl aviation, media, road-ice, water authorities, offshore & Energy. Extensive forecast knowledge of UK, Europe & parts of the world. Extensive forecast experience (since 2002) in the European and worldwide Energy, agriculture and commodities sector, forecasting the magnitude & timing of
temperature, precipitation, wind & solar potential in the short, medium & long term. Recently this has included research & forecast of teleconnection patterns (NAO/AO etc) & their drivers, & the resultant implications on seasonal patterns across Europe & the globe. Additional skills:
a. Training of clients & colleagues in relevant aspects of Meteorology, especially in relation to Energy/commodities. Usually completed via interactive, Powerpoint workshops
b. Powerpoint presentations at Energy weather symposiums
c. Lead Meteorologist, providing guidance to less experienced staff
d. Development & monitoring of weather forecast verification schemes to maximise learning and ensure highest possible forecast accuracy, with dissemination of results. Mostly undertaken in MS Excel. Onging research to ensure I remain at the forefront of Meteorological developments. Product development and enhancement on weather workstations, and knowledge of weather GIS systems. Develop, maintain and enhance relevant data on intranet/internet. Good knowledge of Microsoft applications, especially Word, Excel & Powerpoint. About to undertake a course in VBA programming.
2. Experienced, Level 3 qualified badminton coach since 1997. Have coached from complete beginner through to county standard, both junior and adults. I coach groups and on a one to one basis. I am CRB cleared and have a First Aid certificate. I have helped set up junior clubs in the South Birmingham area and these remain successful, helping children to 'realise their badminton ambitions'.
