Taylor Mccandless
United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced mine warfare specialist with a proven track record in operational command, decision-making under pressure, and hazardous equipment handling during deployments with the Royal Navy. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, emotional resilience, and environmental awareness while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication in high-stakes scenarios.
Previous roles include as a Chef at Searcys (Allen and Overy), where expertise in maintaining health & safety regulations, working efficiently under pressure was honed,as well as technical assistant positions involving machinery installation and gas pressure surveys.
Skilled in fire safety knowledge, public safety protocols, CCTV monitoring, and premises patrol. Committed to leveraging extensive experience to contribute to operational excellence and public safety initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6035
6035
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mine warfare specialist
Royal Navy
02.2019 - 02.2025
- Executed operations during three deployments to clear waterways for vessels using Sonar equipment
- Served as a key member of the Response Force team
- Responded promptly to safeguard requests, being among the first on the scene
- Ensured cleanliness supplies remained well-organized
- Ensured proper stocking and storage of chemicals to meet operational requirements
- Addressed and documented all incidents of spillages and accidents
- Trained in handling hazardous equipment such as firearms, ammunition, and explosives
- Served as CBRNDC liaison, ensuring efficient communication
- Handled and preserved firefighting equipment onboard the ship
- Completed BISC COURSE at HMS EXCELLENT during phase 2
- Gained practical experience using various firefighting hoses and attachments
- Managed and used EDBA sets effectively
- Ensured safety compliance by wearing helmets and employing Co2/AFFF extinguishers
- Executed practical assessments in firefighting simulation centers
- Completed First Aid Level 2 training course
- Trained in managing multiple casualties and injuries
- Facilitated communication between units, ensuring coherence in complex operational scenarios
Commie chef
Searcy's ( Allen and Overy )
London
11.2015 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: London
- Initiated career as Commie Chef; advanced to Chef de Partie
- Executed food preparation tasks for daily services during daytime and evening shifts
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene of workstations during each shift
- Worked efficiently under pressure during peak dining hours, maintaining composure and delivering consistent quality
- Maintained a high standard of kitchen hygiene, regularly cleaning work areas and equipment to meet health and safety regulations
- London
Technical Assistant
JJY Machinery Ltd
09.2015 - 11.2015
- Facilitated transportation, installation, and servicing of print machinery equipment
- Collaborated on part-time projects involving installation of finishing machinery across multiple locations
- Gained experience working efficiently and professionally in various workplaces
- Provided technical support to clients, resolving issues promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels
Technical Assistant
ACAP - National Grid
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Conducted surveys and verified gas pressure readings for National Grid project
- Removed and replaced gas reading posts as part of project tasks
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex /2012 - 01.2015
High School Diploma - Mathematics
The Appleton School
Benfleet, EssexPrimary School
South Benfleet Primary School
Benfleet, EssexSkills
- Teamwork
- Calm under pressure
- Operational command
- Decision making under pressure
- Vehicle maintenance
- Motivational leadership
- Emotional resilience
- Environmental awareness
- CCTV monitoring
- Premises patrol
- Alertness and awareness
- Physical Fitness
- Fire safety knowledge
- Health and Safety regulations
- Public safety knowledge
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Certification
- Functional Skills in English Level 1&2
- Functional Skills in Mathematics Level 2
- BTEC ICT systems and principles Level 2
- BTEC Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals Level 2
- Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in IT, Software, Web, Telecoms Professionals
- Maritime Radio Operator (GMDSS) Short Range Certificate
- Professional Cookery Diploma Level 1, 2 & 3
- ED EXCEL TECH Work Skills (QCF) Level 1&2
- CIE Award Food Safety in Catering Level 1&2
- BTEC in Applied Science Level 2
- BTEC Employability Skills Level 2
- OCR level 2 ICT Merit
- OCR level 2 ICT skills for business Merit
- G.C.S.E. Design & Technology Grade E
- G.C.S.E. Food & Nutrition Grade D
- G.C.S.E. Applied Business Grade E
Hobbies
- Maintaining physical fitness
- Catering
- Travelling
Timeline
Mine warfare specialist
Royal Navy
02.2019 - 02.2025
Commie chef
Searcy's ( Allen and Overy )
11.2015 - 01.2019
Technical Assistant
JJY Machinery Ltd
09.2015 - 11.2015
Technical Assistant
ACAP - National Grid
11.2014 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
South Essex College
/2012 - 01.2015
High School Diploma - Mathematics
The Appleton School
Primary School
South Benfleet Primary School
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