Alexander Harrison

Experience

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  Applied Vision Corporation

  Jun 2006 - Oct 2010

  Customer Support Engineer

  Worked with Applied Vision, the Global Leader in machine vision systems worldwide for the food and beverage container industry. Installation and programming of equipment at customers' sites, both domestic and abroad

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  Nextbike UK Ltd

  Feb 2017 - Sept 2020

  Nextbike UK Ltd is a subsidiary of Nextbike GmbH, the global leader in bike-sharing services with operations in over 200 cities worldwide. As a key member of the Nextbike UK team, I played a pivotal role in building and optimising a highly efficient field operations department. During my tenure, I developed and implemented new processes and best practices to drive operational excellence and support the company's rapid growth. My efforts contributed to doubling our operations to 10 active schemes across the UK. Show less

  • Technical Operations Manager

    Nov 2018 - Sept 2020

  • Operations Manager

    Jun 2017 - Nov 2018

  • Operations Coordinator

    Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
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  Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve & Howletts Wild Animal Park

  Jun 2021 - Mar 2025

  Following a departmental restructuring at Port Lympne, I was promoted to Stores and Operations Manager. In this new role, I took leadership of the stores and operations department overseeing all aspects of the two team's responsibilities. As department head I assumed responsibility for cost management and efficient resource allocation across all areas of my purview along with duty management responsibilities covering the whole organisation. Overseeing the logistics, storage, delivery, and distribution operations of the off-site storage facility. Additionally, responsible for maintaining park cleanliness, waste management, signage, and guest facilities. The Reserve is a dedicated sanctuary for the preservation of rare and endangered species. As a ranger I utilised game viewing Land Rovers to provide personalized excursions for visitors. In addition to conducting tours, I shared my knowledge through educational talks and engaging animal encounters for both day visitors and overnight guests.

  • Stores and Operations Manager

    Apr 2024 - Mar 2025

  • Assistant Park Manager

    Nov 2023 - Apr 2024

  • Ranger

    Jun 2021 - Nov 2023
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  Folkestone Harbour & Seafront Development Company

  Mar 2025 - now

  Operations Manager

  Playing a crucial role in our mission to reinvent the English seaside experience, we ensure safe and effective operations, prioritise high customer satisfaction, and drive constant improvement at Folkestone Harbour & Seafront.