Neil Keeton

Experience

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  Dor Electrical

  May 1982 - Mar 1985

  Electrical Engineer

  After my training I was responsible for rewinding electrical motors. Motors that had suffered from severe wear and tear I would work on and replace the copper wiring so that the machines would work efficiently again

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  GKN Sheepbridge Stokes

  Mar 1985 - Sept 2007

  Honer

  During my time at this company I performed a number of different roles. I operated Midland Machine Tool (MMT), BSA horizontal turning machine, a Borizer, CNC and Honing machines. I produced cylinder liners for cars, ships and everything else that had a piston in. I later took on the role of mentor and helped to train new employees how to use these machines.

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  Mollart Cox Engineering Ltd

  Sept 2007 - Aug 2008

  Deep Hole Borer

  Responsible for operating and setting deep hole borers. I worked on large and small projects, with the finished products being distributed to company’s within the UK and abroad. It was important that I paid attention to detail at all times as accuracy was paramount.

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  Darron Oil Tools

  Aug 2008 - Apr 2009

  Deep Hole Borer

  I was responsible for operating machinery and setting deep hole borers, this involved working on extremely large pieces of work for large projects. It was important that I paid attention to detail at all times as accuracy was paramount. I also took on the responsibility of training other employees. The equipment we made was used in the oil and gas industry and exported to the USA.

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  Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

  Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

  Advisor

  Responsible for signing customers, making sure they had done their job search and applied for suitable vacancies in accordance to their jobseekers agreement. When customers secured employment I then closed the claim. If customers fell out work I then booked Back to Work sessions, the customers who attended then went onto weekly signings. Whilst working at Job Centre Plus I was awarded the Reward and Recognition Certificate for excellent contribution to the District. Implemented the ACKO security check system for the office to ensure staffs are working within specified legal guidelines. Responsibilities for secure printing checking process to ensure staff are compliant with correct computer access. Show less

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  A4E / People Plus

  Jun 2010 - Sept 2015

  Lead Employment Advisor

  • Working for A4E a prime provider on the delivery of DWP’s “Work Programme” supporting the unemployed into finding sustainable work. Currently working with JSA/ESA customers providing support with realistic job goals to assist with sustainability, looking at what they “can do”, job applications, interview prep, CV’s, benefit calculations, sourcing employment opportunities and signposting to other specialist providers.• Providing self-employment support from idea to trading as well as business planning, giving support around HMRC registration and working tax credit criteria. Over achieving on monthly targets (job starts and outcomes). Mentoring other staff members and challenging individual performance. Setting up sessions aimed at “Changing mind set” as well as sector specific training/apprenticeships for upskilling and monitoring referrals.• Company appointed Health & Safety officer ensuring all policies are adhered to on a daily basis and new policies are read / understood and signed, maintaining H&S file and updated when required. Responsible for ensuring all new staff are inducted accordingly and needs are met. • Liaising with Business lead on any issues that need addressing to ensure safety of staff and service users. Show less

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  DONCASTER DEAF TRUST

  Sept 2015 - now

  • Set up work place placements ensuring full Health & Safety checks are completed• Sourcing employment opportunities nationwide and providing information on special requirements like interview support and in work support• Mentoring other ESA advisors and challenging individual performance weekly/monthly forecasts on job starts, setting up forward planning for pipeline customers. • Deputising in manager’s absence, taking the lead in team meetings and decision making.• Line managing staff and responsible for staff one to ones and caseload reviews Show less Working for Doncaster Communication Specialist College on 2 DWP contracts - SES ( Specialist Employability Support) contract supporting deaf and hearing impaired also those with communication issues this could also include Autism and Asperger’s to find sustainable employment clients can come locally/nationally or residential. Second contract is SESA (Supporting Employment & Support Allowance) Customers consisting of intense 5 week support delivering GOALS to change mindset and employability. Engage with employers and apprenticeship providers local and national to show how working with people who have communication issues is not as challenging as they may think. Currently learning British Sign Language.• Delivering Goals to benefit claimants to change mindset • Supporting job search sessions/CV writing etc• Linking in with employers sourcing vacancies• Completing paperwork- ISP’s and exit reports Show less

  • Employment Liaison Manager

    Apr 2017 - now

  • Employment Liaison Officer / Goals Trainer

    Sept 2015 - now