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Mark Spence

Mark Spence

Traffic Operator

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Making transport safer one mile at a time. Support for those transporting dangerous goods. Director at The Dangerous Goods Consultant Ltd | Chair of British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals

  • Education

    • Knutsford County High School

      1978 - 1984

    • Aston University

      1984 - 1990
      BSc Combined Honours Society & Government

      Activities and Societies: Vice President Commercial Services, RAG, Societies, AU

  • Experience

    • Cadbury's Bournville

      Jan 1994 - Jan 1998
      Traffic Operator

    • Daily Nationwide Distribution

      Jan 1999 - Jan 1999
      Transport Manager

    • Jaguar Land Rover

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2003
      Preproduction Logistics

      Ensured prompt flow of parts for vehicles in pre production and to support dealer & press launch of new models

    • Cummins Inc.

      Jan 2003 - Jan 2005
      Materials Analyst

    • CargoLink Distribution

      Jan 2005 - Apr 2007
      Transport Manager

    • Fortec Distribution Network Ltd

      May 2007 - Jul 2016

      ISO 9001 internal auditor and maintaining accreditation. Also responsible for Dangerous Goods activity in the company Working with network members to improve service levels achieved and ensuring full use of Signature Capture app. Involved with all new member start ups Audit depots to ensure correct use of systems, usage of the reporting tools and complaince with regulatory requirements. Also run ADR Awareness courses for staff and ensure Network compliance with ADR regulations.

      • Compliance and Audit Manager

        Mar 2016 - Jul 2016

      • Service Delivery Manager

        Jan 2015 - Feb 2016

      • Network Auditor

        Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

      • Network Compliance Manager

        May 2007 - Dec 2013

    • British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals

      Sept 2013 - now
      Chair (2020-2025), Vice Chair (2016-20)

      The purpose of BADGP is to promote the safe transport of materials that present a risk, by supporting the professionals who work in the business of Dangerous Goods. We support the implementation of best practice, the application of sound science, and the complete adoption of the laws governing the transport of Dangerous Goods.

    • GEODIS

      Jul 2016 - Jul 2019
      Compliance & Quality Audit Manager and Company DGSA

      Geodis UK Ltd (Distribution & Express Division) and Fortec Distribution Network - Company Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor and ISO Manager

    • Fortec Distribution Network Ltd

      Jul 2019 - Jan 2020
      Compliance Manager

      Working with the Network to drive up standards & service, resolve issues and deal with depot start ups and training

    • The Dangerous Goods Consultant Ltd

      Jan 2020 - now
      Director

      DGSA offering advice, training and consultancy services on ADR. Specialist in Limited Quantities, Special Provisions and exemptions in the regulations.

    • International Association of dangerous Goods Safety Advisors (IASA)

      Oct 2024 - now
      President

      IASA is the Association for Dangerous Goods Professional associations in ADR signatory countries. It represents 26 associations in 21 countries and has representation at WP15.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ISO9001:2015 Internal QMS Auditor

      Bywater Excel
      Feb 2016

    • IOSH Working Safely

      THE INSTITUTION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
      Feb 2017

    • Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor

      SQA – Scottish Qualifications Authority
      Nov 2006

    • Certificate of Professional Competance - National & International

      City & Guilds
      Jan 1994

    • Managing Safely

      THE INSTITUTION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
      May 2018

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Life Guard

      Issued by Daventry Dolphins swimming for the Disabled on Jan 2003
      Daventry Dolphins swimming for the DisabledAssociated with Mark Spence

    • Chairperson

      Issued by Daventry Allotment & Gardens Association on Apr 2008
      Daventry Allotment & Gardens AssociationAssociated with Mark Spence