Geoff Penberthy
Address: 36 Jubilee Rd, W-S-M
North Somerset, United Kingdom, BS24 8AZ
Tel: +44 (0) 1934 641703
Cell: +44 (0) 7849 631504
Email:
Skype ID: geoff.penberthy
Date of birth: 5th July 1989
Nationality: English
Visa: US C1D visa valid till November 2021
Language Skills: Fluent English and Spanish
Skills
· Superb Analytical skills
· Ability to inspire others to achieve and excel targets
· Self-accountability
· Strong consultation skills with all levels of management
· Outstanding organizational skills
· High standards with regards to time management and personal presentation
· Excellent Computer skills and knowledge of computer based programs including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
· Experienced user of Cruise ship/hotel software including Fidelio, Aims, SAP and MAPS
· Operator who works calmly under pressure
· Independent worker who is able to work with minimal supervision
Education
Bath Spa University, UK 2009 – 2011
· Professional Graduate Certificate in Education P.G.C.E (Level 5)
Weston College, UK 2005 – 2007
· BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Fitness Development with the grade of MERIT
Broadoak Community School, UK 2003 – 2005
· General Certificates of Secondary Education GCSE’s include
Spanish A* English C
Physical Education B Maths C
Geography C
Double science C C
Relevant Qualifications & Trainings
· ENG1 valid July 2019
· Basic STCW valid until 2021 including BSI/Crowd/Crisis management
· CYQ Fitness instructor level 1
· CYQ Certified Personal fitness instructor Level 2
· RFU certificate in coaching Rugby Football Union
· Disney Train the Trainer
· Diversity and Inclusion Training - Disney University
· Inspiring Trust (FranklinCovey material) Disney university
· Consulting to Teams, Large Groups, and Systems training sessions
Work History
Training & Development Manager
NCLH – Oceania Cruises; Vessel Crew count total: 780
September 2016 – Present www.oceaniacruises.com
Duties include:
· Induction training for all new joining Crew Members
· Responsible for planning ship wide training including; induction, compliance, regulatory, Guest service, security and safety training for 750+ Crew
· Leadership development including training, coaching and mentoring.
· Ensure ships wide training records are up date and Crew is compliant with training.
· Creating, implementing, assessing and sustaining new training initiatives and incentives
· Liaise with HR Manager, Staff Captain and Captain on Crew related issues
· Champion Policies & Procedures across the ship and ensure Crew has an understanding of SMS, VOM, MLC, and SOLAS.
· Active role in employee relations and investigations
· Responsible for Crew Welfare [events, activities, Crew tours, committee meetings, budgets and Crew welfare inventory]
Learning & Development Assistant
TLT LLC
February 2016 – September 2016 www.tltsolicitors.com
Duties include:
· Creation of firm induction timetables
· Coordination, scheduling and booking of all training Firm wide across all 6 UK office locations
· Responsible for training records
· Booking of external trainers
· Booking of external training as required for employees
· Support the Compensation & Benefits team with information processing and payroll
· Ensure the Firm is SRA compliant
[February 2015 – February 2016 Work break]
Training & Development Manager – Human Resources
The world – Residences at Sea; Vessel Crew count total: 400
February 2014 – February 2015 www.aboardtheworld.com
Duties include:
· In charge of ship wide training and development of all Crew
· Provide leadership training to onboard Management
· Facilitating personalized training plans and lessons catered to the organization or department needs
· Sourcing external training materials
· Building relationships with onboard Management and Crew and also external training companies
· Coaching and mentoring of employees, managers and interns
· Management of Internship program
· In charge of SOP creation, implementation and amendments
· Succession planning
· Partner with HR manager on employee Relations and disciplinary investigations
· Crew Welfare
· Crew Performance and Appraisals
· Monitoring a $250,000 a year training budget.
Training Officer - Human Resources
Disney Cruise Lines; Vessel Crew count total: 1,000 – 1,500
September 2012 – February 2014 http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/
Duties Included:
· Facilitating shipboard Orientation program for new and returning Crew
· Delivery of ongoing policy / procedure and Guest service training sessions
· Monitor new hires on the job training during 1st week of new hire training
· Provide support for each department’s Training Liaisons and Trainers
· Maintaining Training Records and assisting Departments in reviewing training records through the use of the Disney Development Connection
· Partnering with Safety and shore-side HR to keep regulatory and mandatory training at a high level of focus
· Owner of the Career Navigation Process for Crew transfers and promotions, including education, implementation, administration and support to Leaders
· Partner with the Asst. HR Manager for advice on Employee Relations cases
· Facilitation of Leadership training programs
· Partnering with shipboard HR Manager regarding Crew Focus Groups, ensure Crew related issues are dealt with promptly and appropriately
· Maintaining Crew class materials and monitor’s the ordering of departmental materials
· Partnering with shore-side Learning & Development - Disney University
· Partnering with shore-side HR Services for the delivery and execution of DCL global incentives
· Responsible for administrating Crew Recognition programs (e.g. Great Service Fanatic,
· Service Anniversaries and Four Keys Basics)
· Consultant for Leaders
· Promote and maintain a work environment that encourages fun and teamwork
· Active member of onboard Crew Welfare committee’s including C.A.S.T and F.E.A.S.T
Teen Youth Activities Counselor, Youth Activities department
Disney Cruise Lines
November 2011- Sept 2012
Duties included;
· Supervising teen youth area
· Desk duties in the Oceaneer's Lab
· Floor Supervision Duties in the 3 – 11 year old youth spaces
· Setting up and leading programs
· Maintaining sanitation practices that are compliant with USPH procedures and criteria
· Creating daily schedules for the teen program
· Leading teen excursions on Castaway Cay (Disney’s own private island)
· Following Child Handling Guidelines, Child protection laws and looking after the welfare off all teens within our spaces whilst making sure they are all enjoying their cruise and having a magical vacation
Sports Lecturer & Specialist Support worker - Sports & Public Services Faculty
Weston College, UK
September 2009 – July 2011
Duties included:
· Implementing Schemes of work that were in line with curriculum content
· Delivery of various modules over 3 different programs (First and National Diplomas in Exercise Science)
· Creating lesson plans that focus on learning objectives and learner differentiation
· Marking student’s work and cross verification of other teacher’s marking
· Tutoring & mentoring a class of 30 students and looking after student’s welfare
· Writing references for students wishing to apply for university
· Providing advice and guidance to students when needed
· Support students with learning needs through1:1 work based sessions
Gunner, Royal Air Force Regiment
Royal Air Force, UK
May 2008– November 2011
Duties included:
· Total of 4 years’ service (regular and reserve)
· Force protection and UK Airspace protection