Jim Blackstock

Experience

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  Wolverhampton Civic Halls

  Jun 2008 - Jun 2016

  Various Roles

  ● 2012-2016: Worked as member of the bars team, was promoted to bar supervisor which involved managing a team of up to ten. It also involved managing till systems and ensuring the safe handling of money. ● 2012-2015: Worked as a social media administrator, managing the social media platforms of the Wolves Civic brand. This was heavily focused on marketing events to the public in a bid to increase ticket sales.● 2015-2016: Health and Safety assistant for Wolves Civic. Assisted in the creation of general and specific health and safety documents and delivered H&S Inductions to staff and external contractors. ● 2010-2012: Worked as an events assistant with the Wolverhampton Councils Event team. Providing support to the event management team during their events held through the year Show less

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  SKI SNOWCOACH LIMITED

  Jul 2016 - May 2017

  Hotel Bar Manager / Reservations Administrator

  This period of employment was my industrial placement year which formed part of my degree. ● July 2016- December 2016: Administration and Reservations Administrator– This role covered a broad range of activities such as: recruitment, marketing, staff training and bookkeeping. ● December 2016- May 2017: Hotel Bar Manager for Alpine Ski hotel-responsible for all bar operations, including- Hygiene, ordering, food handling, staff training and scheduling.● Also included transfer driving to and from Geneva Airport. Show less

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  USA Summer Camp

  May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Catering and Support Staff Manager

  ● Oversaw the production of meals for 400 staff/campers three times per day. ● Responsible for the organisation of food storage, food safety, kitchen cleanliness and procurement of goods/supplies. ● Responsible for kitchen and support staff line management, scheduling and training.

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  SEP Limited

  Jun 2018 - Apr 2021

  Project Manager in the North of the UK. Projects include Download Festival, Great Yorkshire Show, Royal Norfolk Show, Nantwich show, Radio 1's Big Weekend and multiple other smaller projects.Responsibilities-• Responding to new enquiries ensuring these are dealt with professionally and promptly. • Liaising with clients in the industry to provide a professional service. • Producing quotes after analysis of requirement, ensuring all costs are within budget. • Creation of event /traffic management plans tailored to each event’s specific requirements. • Liaising with all stakeholders/Sags of each event to ensure license requirements relevant to SEP Operations are met. • Line Management of event staff and event support staff across the region, including appraisals, mentoring, and identifying training needs.Training -• Produced the new learning portal (LMS) for all casual staff. • Created COVID-19 Pre-Event Training Videos and Module.• Developed all videos that are used in the learning• Launched new training programmes across the country - including training daysEvent Management: • Management of Traffic Management, Stewarding, Ticket Sales and Car Park operations at events throughout the year. • Ensuring Health and Safety is adhered to. • Maintaining staff welfare and motivation. • Co-ordination of resources before and after each event. • Managing change – weather, resources, staff Recruitment-• Developed the 2020 Student Recruitment Program for SEP North (aimed to recruit 20 students for summer 2020 season)• Developed the 2020 SEP Graduate Scheme (Aimed at recruiting 2 graduates into junior project coordinator roles) Show less

  • Senior Project Manager

    Feb 2021 - Apr 2021

  • Northern Project Manager

    Jun 2018 - Feb 2021
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  Select School Travel

  Jan 2020 - now

  Peak Season Ski Rep

  Travel Representative working with Select School Travel to deliver School Ski Trips. An extremely enjoyable position with a good change of pace compared to my full time role at Tracsis EventsWill have completed somewhere between 15-20 trips completed in Italy, France, Austria and the USA by the end of the 2025 season

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  The Jockey Club

  Apr 2021 - Sept 2021

  Senior Operations and Events Executive

  Senior Operations & Events Executive | Venue & Event Management | Strategic Growth✅ Operations & Event ManagementOversaw planning, logistics, and execution for high-profile conferences and eventsManaged event facilities, including security, staffing, cleaning, and traffic controlEnsured high standards in venue presentation, safety, and customer experience✅ Team Leadership & DevelopmentLed and mentored operations teams, including full-time and casual staffDeveloped and implemented training programs for optimal service deliveryOversaw recruitment and scheduling to ensure seamless event execution✅ Stakeholder & Client RelationsLiaised with third-party vendors, sponsors, and authorities to ensure smooth operationsSupported commercial teams by enhancing event offerings and customer engagementDrove collaboration with sales, marketing, and estates teams to improve service delivery✅ Health & Safety ComplianceOversaw venue safety, security, and risk management strategiesEnsured compliance with local regulations and industry best practicesLeft on good terms, of my own volition, to return to the dynamic world of greenfield event management, where I can apply my experience in large-scale event operations and logistics. Show less

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  Tracsis Events

  Oct 2021 - now

  Senior Project Manager

  Senior Project Manager | £1.4M+ Revenue Portfolio | Business & IT Development Support✅ Project Leadership & ExecutionManage high-value projects, overseeing planning, budgeting, logistics, and deliveryEnsure efficient resource allocation, risk management, and quality controlConduct post-project evaluations to drive continuous improvement✅ Business Development & Client RelationsSupport growth initiatives by securing contracts and maintaining key relationshipsContribute to strategic bids, tenders, and negotiationsDrive exceptional customer service to enhance retention and future opportunities✅ IT & Process OptimizationCollaborate with IT teams to enhance project workflows and digital solutionsImplement technology-driven improvements for operational efficiency✅ Team Leadership & DevelopmentMentor and manage project teams for peak performanceLead training, feedback, and performance reviews to foster growth✅ Health, Safety and Compliance Active member of the Health and Safety Advisory Group, playing a key role in shaping and improving workplace safety policies and procedures. I contribute to risk assessments, compliance initiatives, and best practice implementation, ensuring a strong safety culture across the business. My involvement helps drive continuous improvement in health and safety standards, promoting a safer and more efficient working environment.Always open to networking, industry insights, and new opportunities—let’s connect! Show less